5 Fun Valentine Projects for Kids

Valentine's Day is fast approaching, and if you're looking for ideas on how

to get the kids involved and entertained, look no further!

We've found 5 great DIY craft projects that are great for the kids

(with adult supervision of course!)

Full Tutorials can be found here:

1: Painted Heart Bag via V and Co

2: Valentine Rice Krispies Treats via Babies, Paper and Song

3: Valentine Heart Cone Tree via I Gotta Create

4: Valentine's Day Surprise Crackers via Not Martha

5: Valentine's Day Votives via Homemade Serenity

For more Valentine-themed ideas, check out our Pinterest board

Tuesday Shoesday - Shoe the of Day: Rosa Sister

 

Our Tuesday Shoesday shoe of the day is.. Rosa Sister!

A new twist on our popular Rosa style, Rosa Sister features two

leather flower decals and white stitching detailing.

The low heel, rubber sole and velcro fastning make the shoes as

comfortable as they are pretty!

What do you think of Rosa Sister?

>> Shop Rosa Sister Now <<

SAG Awards 2013: 6 Best Dressed

 Photos via AP and Getty 

Nina Dobrev in Elie Saab

Naomi Watts in Marchesa

Amanda Seyfried in Zac Posen

Jennifer Garner in Oscar de la Renta

Jaimie Alexander in Marc Bouwer 

Marion Cotillard in Christian Dior 

The Screen Actors Guild Awards took place last night, with Hollywood's

leading ladies showing off a host of gorgeous gowns.

We've picked our favourite red carpet looks from the evening. 

Do you agree with our choices? Whose outfit was a hit for you?  

  

Feet up Sunday - Wanderlust: 6 Gorgeous Holiday Destinations

We don't know about you, but we could do with a break from the cold English climate!

We've been daydreaming of beautiful places to visit...

See more on our Holiday Time pinterest board

Do you see anywhere you fancy?

Where is your dream holiday destination?

In The Bag - 6 Colourful Bags to Boost Your Outfit

Square Felted Bag

Goda Square Crossover Bag

Ly Ly Square Crossover Bag

Oviva Leather Patchwork Bag

Paz Leather Bag

Flori Square Stitch Edge Bag

You know what they say - accessories make the outfit!

We've picked some of our favourite bags that are not only gorgeous,

 but which also boast tonnes of room for all of your everyday bits and pieces.

Style and practicality you say? Why yes!

>> Shop bags now <<

6 Super Smoothies to Put a Spring in Your Step

 

1:Healthy Cocoa Banana Almond Smoothie via Offbeat and Inspired

2: Green Smoothie via Damn Banana

3: Blueberry Grapefruit Peach Smoothie via Babble

4: Mango Berry Bomb via Sblended

5: Banana Berry Smoothie via Bake Your Day

6: Super Green Smoothie via Edible Perspective

Oh January, you can be a tough old month!

The dark evenings and cold weather can make us feel a bit down in the dumps,

so if you find yourself needing a boost, fabulous fruit is a great place to start.

We've rounded up some of the best smoothie recipes on the web, from the super healthy to

the simply indulgent, these fruity drinks are sure to give your mood a lift

and make you feel on top form.

Do you have any favourite smoothie recipes you'd like to share?

Let us hear them!

Decorating with Flowers - Innovative Ways of Displaying Flowers in Your Home

Photos via Free People, Country Living and Midwest Living

It's no secret that we are huge fans of florals - just take a peek at our huge

selection flower-adorned shoes!

So, with Spring just around the corner, we think it's a great time to start filling

your home with colourful fresh flowers.

Here are a few ideas for displaying flowers in your home that go

beyond the old 'stick them in a vase'.

Do you have any innovative ways of showing off flower arrangements in your home?

Tuesday Shoesday: Thyme Flower Buckle-Up Heels

This pretty pair of floral heeled shoes are a firm favourite of ours!

Colourful and bold, Thyme sums up the Yoma aesthetic perfectly.

Made from quality leather and featuring a medium sized heel,

these beauties are both comfortable and eye-catching.

The perfect pair to show off your own unique style!

  >> Shop Thyme Now << 

 Also available in black, blue and green

What do you think of Thyme, do you love this style as much as we do?

Winter Warmers - 6 Tasty Winter Soup Recipes to Warm You Up

 

On a freezing cold day, there are few things more comforting than

putting your feet up and warming yourself with a delicious hot soup.

We've put together 6 of our favourite winter soup recipes to see you through these chilly days..

1: Minestrone Soup via Good Food

2: French onion soup with Gruyère toast via Delicious Magazine

3: Mushroom and Winter Vegetable Soup via All Recipes

4: Lentil and Ginger Soup with Fresh Coriander Chutney via The Telegraph

5: Bloody Mary Soup via Delia Online

6: Carrot Soup via Easy Living

What are you favourite winter soup recipes?

Winter Warmers - Shop Cosy Knitwear

Brrr, it's a bit chilly out there!

We're piling on the layers and bracing ourselves for the cold snap.

Make sure you're ready for the temperature drop by stocking up

on some cosy knitwear pieces. 

      Tiger Face Jumper               Knitted Multicolour Bobble Hat           Chunky Arctic Cowl Neck Cardigan

Howe are you planning on keeping warm this weekend?

Trend Alert - SS13 Shoe Trends: Flats and Low Heels

 

Flats and low heels are all set to make an impact this Spring/Summer season after featuring heavily in catwalk shows from Marc Jacobs, Victoria Beckham,

Kate Spade and Christian Siriano, amongst others.

 









        They look cute, and feel comfortable enough to sport on the daily basis, what's not to like!
Will you be embracing flats this Spring? 

    

 

 >> Shop Flats and Low Heels <<

Staff Loves - Our Top Sale Recommendations

Shop Our Picks:

Magda Flat Elasticated Shoes
Square Felted Bag (Green)
Long Sleeved Pattern Dress
Arctic Print V Neck Jumper
Aviva Elastic Big Flower Pumps
Square Felted Bag (Blue)
Paloma Cut Out Heels
Floaty Paisley Midi Skirt
Chunky Arctic Cowl Neck Cardigan

Over the past couple of weeks, we have been picking out some of our favourite items from the sale.

We've gathered the best of the bunch to help you put together a brand new wardrobe for less!

Aztec prints and vintage cuts feature strongly, as well as a healthy dose of colour,

in keeping with the SS13 colour blocking trend. 

Flats and low heels are set to make an impact this season, which is good news

for our feet, and even better news for our purses with up to 70% off shoes

in store and online.

>> Shop the Sale Now <<

Tuesday Shoesday Shoe of the Day: Mayte

Our Tuesday Shoesday shoe of the day is.. Mayte! 

Made from soft leather and featuring a modest sized heel, this pair of velcro strap

shoes are ideal for everyday wear, and right now you can save £28!

Also available in navy blue.

Heel size: 4.5cm (1.8in)

Don't forget to sign up to the mailing list for an extra 10% off your order today. 

>> Shop Mayte Now <<

Monday Motivation - Inspirational Words to Beat the Monday Blues

It's a chilly and grey Monday here in Brighton, and sometimes

it takes more than a hot cup of caffeine to make you feel ready to take on the week ahead. 

So if you're feeling a bit blue, these wise words

will help put a bit of oomph into your day!

 

Follow our 'Words' board on Pinterest for more great quotes

What are your favourite inspirational words?

How To: Find Your Correct Shoe Size in 4 Easy Steps

Last week, we shared with you our Top 8 Shoe Shopping Tips,
this week we address the issue of finding your correct shoe size.
 Improperly-fitting shoes can cause all sorts of painful problems.
Your shoe size may have changed if you’ve gained or lost weight,
worn the same shoes for a while or frequently walk barefoot. 
Ensure you buy the correct size by following these 4 easy steps...

You will need:

An A4 sheet of paper

A pencil

A ruler

A flat surface

1. Place your foot on the blank sheet of paper.

2. Draw a line at the tip of your longest toe and across the back of your heel

3. Remove your foot and measure between the two lines

4. Use the chart below to determine your shoe size

This method can only approximate your true shoe size,

but it will give you a good idea what to look for.

Staff Loves - Our Favourite Sale Picks: Hannah

As you might have heard, our sale is humongous

 so we're picking our favourite pieces to give you a hand finding the best bargains.

Hannah's top picks are:

 Paloma, our gorgeous vintage-inspired heels in a classic steel blue.

Made of quality soft leather, these beautiful buckle-fastening shoes

make the perfect companion for an evening out, and are versatile enough

to be a great addition to your office attire. 

The Arctic Print V Neck Jumper will make a cosy edition to your winter
wardrobe with its eye-catching aztec style print and bold royal blue colouring.

Talking of prints, our Floaty Paisley Midi Skirt

makes a great wardrobe staple,a dn comes with a flattering wide belt.

Shop Hannah's Picks:

Arctic Print V Neck Jumper

Paloma Cut Out Heels

Floaty Paisley Midi Skirt

Tuesday Shoesday: Aviva

Tuesday Shoesday Shoe of the Day: Aviva

Our gorgeous ballet flats, Aviva, are the perfect reminder that Spring is just around the corner!

Available in red, black and green, we're huge fans of this comfortable and versatile style.

Made from quality leather with a soft rubber sole, these pumps are soft and light and make the perfect everyday pair.

Even better, you can now save £20 on all pairs of Aviva!

(Was £55 Now £35)

Shop Aviva

Back to Work in Style! Office Shoes

Ramone | Drea | Mayte | Linea | Teka | Paloma

Many of us are now back to work after the Christmas break,

and what better opportunity for a style overhaul?

Start the brand new year with an office wardrobe revamp!

Practical and comfortable doesn't have to mean plain - we've gathered together a versatile

selection of our favourite work-appropriate shoes to give your office attire a stylish boost.

> Shop Back To Work Styles Now <

Staff Loves - Our Favourite Sale Picks: Lauren

Our sale has kicked up a gear, with a growing selection now at up to 70% off!
We thought we'd share our favourites, starting with manager Lauren's top 3 bargain picks...

Long Sleeved Patterned Dress
Magda Flat Elasticated Block Colour Shoes (Black)
Square Felted Bag (Green)

Lauren has picked a great selection of everyday wear, and with emerald green
recently being selected as the 2013 colour of the year 
your wardrobe will be fresh and ready for the new season.
Throw in a pair of what Lauren describes as
"the most comfortable shoes in the world" and you
have everything you need to start your new year with style and comfort.