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ELEGANT DUCHESS

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IRRESISTIBLE DRESSES DESTINED FOR YOUR WARDROBE
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IRRESISTIBLE DRESSES DESTINED FOR YOUR WARDROBE

“Fashion you can buy, but style you possess. The key to style is learning who you are, which takes years. There’s no how-to road map to style. It’s about self expression and, above all, attitude”. Iris Apfel

As we start mourning the last days of summer now is the time to get ahead and start investing in some key pieces that will work hard in your A/W wardrobe.

All hail the midi, the most sophisticated dress trend for A/W19. Back for another season, the midi dress is top of my wish-list when it comes to shopping.

Elegant Duchess
September 4, 2019
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“Dress like you are going to meet your worst enemy today.” Coco Chanel

25 WAYS TO WEAR A BROOCH
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25 WAYS TO WEAR A BROOCH

“Accessories are what makes or marks a woman”. Coco Chanel

Brooches … forgotten for decades. There’s a common misconception that a brooch is an accessory worn by someone 60+, the Queen of England, aged Park Avenue Socialites, you get the picture.

It’s unfortunate that brooches have gotten such a stodgy reputation, considering they’re one of the most versatile accessories out there. The styling possibilities for brooches are much wider as oppose to most other jewellery that can be worn only the way it’s intended

Elegant Duchess
August 23, 2019
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“How can you live the high life if you do not wear the high heels?” Sonia Rykiel

AMAZING RESTAURANTS YOU MUST VISIT IN RHODES, GREECE
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AMAZING RESTAURANTS YOU MUST VISIT IN RHODES, GREECE

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step”. Lao Tzu

Surrounded by the glistening Aegean Sea and the resting place of one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, Rhodes boasts a rich culinary heritage. A trip to Greece equals an exciting journey through Greek gastronomy.

Elegant Duchess
August 15, 2019
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MADE BY HARRODS ESPECIALLY FOR YOU

“Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller” Ibn Battuta

THE BRAND TO KNOW | EXECUTIVE STYLE WITH CLOSET LONDON
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THE BRAND TO KNOW | EXECUTIVE STYLE WITH CLOSET LONDON

“The dress must follow the body of a woman, not the body following the shape of the dress.” Hubert de Givenchy

Whether you like it or not, the way you look plays a role in your success in the modern workplace.
It only takes a few seconds for someone to make an impression of you and a handful of others to change it.
A midi length dress is always a great work appropriate option for when the heat is just too warm to bear. It is such a classic cut that looks feminine and put together.

Elegant Duchess
August 8, 2019
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AFFORDABLE PHOTO PROPS EVERY BLOGGER NEEDS
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AFFORDABLE PHOTO PROPS EVERY BLOGGER NEEDS

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened”. Ludwig Jacobowski

One of the (many) things I struggled with when I first started my fashion and lifestyle diary was getting the right background for my photos.
How about those perfect blogger photos with a laptop and glossy magazines laid out perfectly on the white table? Where to get that immaculate aesthetic white background that just don’t exist in my house?
It took me a while to understand a few tricks in the blogger’s world but Guys do not underestimate the power of props. They are fantastic if you want to enhance your photos.

Elegant Duchess
July 18, 2019
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BE QUEEN OF THE SARTORIAL JUNGLE IN LEO PRINT
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BE QUEEN OF THE SARTORIAL JUNGLE IN LEO PRINT

“Elegance is elimination.” Cristóbal Balenciaga

Some fashion trends come and go, very few have staying power. The two trends I don’t seem to have enough of, jumpsuit and leo print have evolved and adapted over the years and are now are iconic pieces of clothing. For fashionistas like myself who like versatility and outfits that last longer than one season a leo jumpsuit is a must. They are cool, chic and yet timeless.

Elegant Duchess
July 11, 2019
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WHERE TO SHOP NEW SUMMER STYLE STAPLE | PLAYSUITS ON A BUDGET
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WHERE TO SHOP NEW SUMMER STYLE STAPLE | PLAYSUITS ON A BUDGET

“Elegance is not standing out, but being remembered”. Giorgio Armani

Dressing during soaring summer temperatures can be quite a challenge, with very few pieces of clothing seemingly able to balance being both fashionable and comfortable.
As the summer has progressed, a number of items have surged in popularity, including pearl hair clips, mesh body suits, statement earrings and my favourite playsuits.

Elegant Duchess
June 30, 2019
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ALEXANDER HOUSE HOTEL & UTOPIA SPA | A TRANQUIL COUNTRYSIDE SPA BREAK
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ALEXANDER HOUSE HOTEL & UTOPIA SPA | A TRANQUIL COUNTRYSIDE SPA BREAK

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years”. Abraham Lincoln

There are so many breath-taking countryside locations in the UK that choosing one can be a challenge itself. My latest staycation didn’t disappoint me. Set on the borders of Sussex and Surrey, surrounded by 120 acres of countryside estate and perfectly maintained gardens, five-star luxurious in every aspect Alexander House hotel was a fantastic choice for the first staycation of the year.

Elegant Duchess
June 20, 2019
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ACCESSORIES CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR OUTFIT SO CHOOSE THEM CAREFULLY