i've been looking forward to tonight all week. can't wait to party and see the guys from uni, its gonna be fabulous!
SO excited!
Saturday 24 July 2010
happy birthday spread!
i've been looking forward to tonight all week. can't wait to party and see the guys from uni, its gonna be fabulous!
SO excited!
Friday 16 July 2010
Take me back to 1960
Today sees the start of this years London 60s week, celebrating the creativity and freedom found during this wonderful era of the swinging sixties. Participants are invited to look back on the decade and reminisce about all its glory whether it be in the fashion, music or art movements. From the 16th to the 25th of July a number of exhibitions, fairs and shows are are available to see. This includes the story of Radio Caroline, the world's famous offshore radio station, at the British Music Experience in Greenwich all week long, A Frock Me All Vintage 60s fashion fair at the Chelsea town hall on the King's Road on the 18th, Live music all week long notably at the Troubadour. The Eel Pie Club and the Barmy Club in Twickenham is a must, including very special guests from the 60s; Mick Avory of the Kinks and Ali McKenzie of the Birds. It's looking pretty special! Along with other live nights of 60s music, live rock tours, exhibitions and a whole lot of swinging and twisting this celebration is a must see by anyone living in London. Check it all out here: http://london60sweek.co.uk/
Tuesday 13 July 2010
when you're strange
A film about The Doors directed by Tom Dicillo, When You're Strange is a beautiful documentary narrated by Johnny Depp. The film is a story about the band with a strong focus on lead singer Jim Morrison. Previously unseen footage gives an insight into the impact The Doors music had and the influence it had on fans and all people at that time.
Watching in a packed tent at Glastonbury festival was incredible. The atmosphere was amazing, everyone clapped, laughed, sung... so so good.
This film is an absolute must-see for any Doors fan, or anyone for that matter. I'm not a massive fan. They remind me too much of someone i used to know. But I loved it!
glastonbury wonders
This year was the 40th anniversary of Glastonbury, and oh what an amazing event!
This year's festival must have hit record temperatures as it was scorching the entire time, almost too hot at points, with nowhere shady to hide.
The lineup was yet again incredible and highlights included Sunday's headliner and Motown legend Stevie Wonder, Gorrilaz, and the Scissor Sister's collaboration with Kylie.
Personal highlights for me were definitely seeing Tegan & Sara for the first time, as well as Seasick Steve and Ellie Goulding. One moment I will never forget was dancing along with the rest of the crowd to Sunny Afternoon played by Ray Davies of The Kinks. It honestly felt like we were back in the late 60s dancing in a field overtaken by hippies. What else was poignant for me was seeing Mumford & Sons a year on to when I first saw them at Glastonbury in the Green Fields tent. The atmosphere was phenomenal and the chemistry on stage from all four members of the band was even better. A look of pure amazement and overwhelm was across all of their faces, as they genuinly could not believe how many people they were playing too. It was a beautiful moment that gave me goosebumps.
I spent most of Thursday on my own but it was probably one of my best days even though there was no music. I spent hours in the healing fields talking to Buddhists and having a go at meditating with them. I really find it fascinating and their calm presence is inspiring. I also got to see When You're Strange which was fantastic! I'm gonna dedicate my next post to it.
As for fashion, it was on top form again this year, with a massive emphasis on straw trilbys, cut off denim shorts and crop tops. So cute, and perfect for the blistering heat.
Bad case of the glasto blues now :(
This year's festival must have hit record temperatures as it was scorching the entire time, almost too hot at points, with nowhere shady to hide.
The lineup was yet again incredible and highlights included Sunday's headliner and Motown legend Stevie Wonder, Gorrilaz, and the Scissor Sister's collaboration with Kylie.
Personal highlights for me were definitely seeing Tegan & Sara for the first time, as well as Seasick Steve and Ellie Goulding. One moment I will never forget was dancing along with the rest of the crowd to Sunny Afternoon played by Ray Davies of The Kinks. It honestly felt like we were back in the late 60s dancing in a field overtaken by hippies. What else was poignant for me was seeing Mumford & Sons a year on to when I first saw them at Glastonbury in the Green Fields tent. The atmosphere was phenomenal and the chemistry on stage from all four members of the band was even better. A look of pure amazement and overwhelm was across all of their faces, as they genuinly could not believe how many people they were playing too. It was a beautiful moment that gave me goosebumps.
I spent most of Thursday on my own but it was probably one of my best days even though there was no music. I spent hours in the healing fields talking to Buddhists and having a go at meditating with them. I really find it fascinating and their calm presence is inspiring. I also got to see When You're Strange which was fantastic! I'm gonna dedicate my next post to it.
As for fashion, it was on top form again this year, with a massive emphasis on straw trilbys, cut off denim shorts and crop tops. So cute, and perfect for the blistering heat.
Bad case of the glasto blues now :(
Sunday 4 July 2010
Let's get this show on the road
Crikey.
It certainly has been a while, while Trayford has been filling this up with daily delights, I have clearly been slacking, big time.
Time to get back on track.
Firstly, congrats to miss trayford for bagging herself a top job, merely days after finishing uni. Excellent stuff, and as you can clearly see, she's becoming quite the little blogging fashionista.
Uni now done, I do begin to wonder what is in store for me. Our last styling module at uni was definately the one that interested me the most, but I need to get cracking if I'm ever to get a job in this ever changing industry.
But I'm back, and with spare time on my hands before I inevitably have to get a job, I will be working on pushing myself in the right direction.
It certainly has been a while, while Trayford has been filling this up with daily delights, I have clearly been slacking, big time.
Time to get back on track.
Firstly, congrats to miss trayford for bagging herself a top job, merely days after finishing uni. Excellent stuff, and as you can clearly see, she's becoming quite the little blogging fashionista.
Uni now done, I do begin to wonder what is in store for me. Our last styling module at uni was definately the one that interested me the most, but I need to get cracking if I'm ever to get a job in this ever changing industry.
But I'm back, and with spare time on my hands before I inevitably have to get a job, I will be working on pushing myself in the right direction.
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