Fashion takes 40 winks

Along the busy Mile End road sits a most chic and delightful house. Made for fashion fanatics and art lovers alike, owner and interior designer David Carter’s home is now one of the most sought-after guesthouses in London.

As charming as it is elegant, 40 Winks offers the most delicious of eye candy. With David’s enviable interior design skills on display – as soon as you slip on your slippers, the warmth of the Queen Anne townhouse surrounds you. Opulent but not untouchable, every room show off exquisite attention to detail with the two guestrooms the perfect place to ponder your most fashionable thoughts.

An already super successful location house, the idea of staying there overnight is proving to be an appealing one, with the two available rooms being booked-up at a fast rate. With David’s clear love of all things creative, it’s guaranteed to be a memorable and inspired experience with effects that will linger. And with London Fashion Week edging closer everyday, it’s sure to be your most decadent home from home.

For more information on the services of the fabulous 40 Winks, visit www.40winks.org for details. 

 

All you need is a hug

Spent the festive period pondering the loves of Christmas past?

Worried about being on your own for New Years eve?

Already paniced at the thought of a card-less valentines day?

Well all the ladies in Japan can rejoice because a strong, yet soft cuddle is now at hand!

It doesn't snore, it doesn't need feeding, it won't betray you and it won't leave wet towels on the bed.

The Boyfriend's Arm Pillow is a girls new best friend! Sometimes all you need is a little hug.

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R.I.P Brittany Murphy

So American actress, Brittany Murphy died at the age of 32 of a heart attack. The fact that her mother found dead in the shower makes my heart bleed a little bit.

I first witnessed Brittany’s charms when I was twelve years old. Me and my two buddies from school went on a Friday night adventure to see Clueless at Purley cinema in Croydon. We also necked a bottle of something sweet and alcoholic before we went, which resulted in me passing our cold on the way – this happens, more than I’d like to admit. This is beside the point though.

That film changed my world. I fell in love with the costumes and dreamt of Cher’s electronic wardrobe for months after. I wanted to be her and I wanted Tai (Brittany’s character) to be my friend. The girl from the wrong side of the track trying to impressed the glamorous rich kids. I could empathise.

She was so sweet and adorable, you could tell she had a great future in films ahead of her. Clueless will always be one of my favourites and I'll always think fondly of Brittany Murphy. I've been humming that Mentos song for over a decade now, infact I'm doing it right now!

Check out some of my favourite Tai-ism’s:

Tai: “Cher, I don't want to do this anymore. And my buns: they don't feel nothin' like steel.”

Tai: “I could really use some sort of herbal refreshment”

Dionne: “Oh, well we do lunch in ten minutes. We don't have any tea, but we have Coke and stuff.”

Tai: “No shit. You guys got Coke here?”

Dionne: “Well, yeah.”

Cher: “Yeah, this is America”

Tai: “Wow, you guys talk like grown-ups!”

Tai: “Shit, you guys, I have never had straight friends before!”

Give me paws and puuurrrrrrrs

It's Christmas, I am allowed to want everything. It's fine.  Seeing as my obsession with the most feline of the species it running over to every area of my life, I am on the hunt for new and varied ways to express my love for those poor pussy, poor pussy, poor pussy cats.

I WANT A CAT'S LIFE

Ok, fine, I'll settle for a gradual morphing process and start with one of these amazing furry hoods from www.merrimaking.co.uk.

Prices start from £15 and if you can opt for either a lined or unlined style. THE LINED HAS FLOWERS ON THE INSIDE. Blimey.

If a kitten head isn't making your heart flutter, why not try the lamb hood or the panda version. Merrymaking even custom make these beauties if you have something a little bit special in mind.

Fur with shiny gold ears? Oh just watch me weep.

Dear Father Christmas

I hope you and Mrs Claus are both well and enjoying the busy lead-up to Christmas? I bet those Elves are busy making all of the presents, if they get sore fingers I know of a great Ahava hand cream that'll sort those rough digits right out!

I like to think I have been a really good girl this year. I have saved up my tax money, been generous with free samples and made countless cups of tea for those in need.

Santa, all I want for Christmas is a Barbie by Christian Louboutin.

Since pretty much birth I have been a huge fan of Ms Barbara Millicent Roberts and the idea of her working with one of the most wonderful men in the world (Mr Louboutin), has sent me into complete wonderlust. Seriously it's made me a little dizzy.

If the elves are having a bit of trouble getting those red sole just right, the whole 50th anniversary range is available on www.Net-a-porter.com. They have Cat Burglar Barbie, Shopping Barbie, Showgirl Barbie, Safari Barbie, Sightseeing Barbie and a Canne Film Festival Barbie.

I would be happy with anyone of these designs (allofthempleaseallofthemplease) but if I have to pick one it would be Safari Barbie. I played in the jungle with elephants a couple of weeks ago - she's perfect for me. And please, those boots are amazing. AMAZING!

Anyway Santa, I'm sure you have a million things to do so i'll leave you in peace. If whilst reading my behavioral history report from the past year you do come across some discrepancies, just run them past me before you make any rash decisions please? I can explain everything.

I love you always.

Sophie x

Just a thought...

"Could you believe that despite everything I've put you through, I love you too?"

Edward Cullen