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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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“Dress like you are going to meet your worst enemy today.” Coco Chanel

SUMMER FASHION STAPLES TO KEEP ON ROTATION
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SUMMER FASHION STAPLES TO KEEP ON ROTATION

“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

Summer is here and surely you want to be prepared and ready for anything, and that means dressing your outfit accordingly! Read ahead to find out what gems are bossing my wardrobe!

Elegant Duchess
June 10, 2019
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“How can you live the high life if you do not wear the high heels?” Sonia Rykiel

SNAPSHOTS OF LONDON | INSTAGRAM HEAVEN
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SNAPSHOTS OF LONDON | INSTAGRAM HEAVEN

“Life is a question and how we live it is our answer”. Gary Keller

There might be no place in the world bursting with more cute, trendy, and Instagram-worthy places than London. And thank goodness for that, because we need ‘em! If you are looking for some photo inspiration and how to spend a day in London like and Instagram pro
I’ve culled the masses and brought you a few of the very best of London.

Elegant Duchess
May 30, 2019
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MADE BY HARRODS ESPECIALLY FOR YOU

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

50’S ITALIANATE STYLE | INSTAGRAM WORTHY HARRY’S BAR
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50’S ITALIANATE STYLE | INSTAGRAM WORTHY HARRY’S BAR

Every now and then I do try to take a break from my busy schedule to explore a new area of London and fill you guys in on all the trending spots from coffee shops, restaurants, architecture and hidden gems!
What is eating out in London if not an all-out extravaganza that must be experienced at least a dozen or so times? No place in the world knows brunch better than London with an endless list of places to choose form. There are a few that definitely are a more Instagram worthy brunch than others. And let’s be honest, if you didn’t Instagram your brunch, then did you really brunch?

Elegant Duchess
May 23, 2019
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BEIGE AESTHETIC
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BEIGE AESTHETIC

“Being well dressed hasn’t much to do with having good clothes. It’s a question of good balance and good common sense.” Oscar de la Renta

SS19 it’s predominantly all about relaxed elegance with earth tones coming back in simple, demure silhouettes like tan, cream, oatmeal, biscuit, blush pink and off-white. It’s time to lighten up your wardrobe with one of the chicest hues a girl can wear.

Elegant Duchess
May 16, 2019
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ICELANDIC FOOD YOU MUST TRY
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ICELANDIC FOOD YOU MUST TRY

Reykjavík is brimming with great food and world class chefs. Traditional Icelandic food such as smoked lamb, dried fish and herring often has a place on Reykjavík city’s top-notch restaurants, although often with some fusion twist.
A country’s food is not only about the flavours but also speaks about its culture and history. This is especially true for Iceland! Getting to know the traditional food is to learn about Icelandic history in the most exciting way: through your senses.

Iceland boasts a local food scene that’s renowned for fresh ingredients and Nordic simplicity. Vegetarian and vegan cuisine is also on the rise, with plenty of options from fine dining to greasy hangover food.

Elegant Duchess
May 9, 2019
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STRIPES ARE THE PRINT OF THE SEASON!
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STRIPES ARE THE PRINT OF THE SEASON!

“Be a Girl with a mind, a Woman with attitude, and a Lady with class”.

It’s time to take your outfit in new directions with easy to wear stripey staples. From thick stripes to pinstripes, co-ords to jumpsuits to dresses, bags and even shoes, all covered in the classic print, you’ll be standing out in stripes this season.

Elegant Duchess
May 2, 2019
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HOW TO MASTER THE EPSOM DERBY DRESS CODE
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HOW TO MASTER THE EPSOM DERBY DRESS CODE

“Elegance is not the prerogative of those who have just escaped from adolescence, but of those who have already taken possession of their future”. Coco Chanel

The two-day affair, the Epsom Derby Festival, including Ladies Day, attracts royalty, celebrities and horse racing aficionados, alongside the magnificent Epsom Derby hospitality It’s one of the many occasions marked out in the British summer events calendar and offers the opportunity to wear something special. If you have run out of excuses to refill your wardrobe, then this event is certainly one of them!

Elegant Duchess
April 24, 2019
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ACCESSORIES CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR OUTFIT SO CHOOSE THEM CAREFULLY