In the late nineteenth century, women played tennis in corsets and their clothes weighed about 10 ½ lb – the equivalent of nearly five bags of sugar.
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Polesden Lacey Roses
It was the scent of roses that made me all agog to see the garden at Polesden Lacey.
Perfume notes: Dior Dolce Vita
Dolce Vita by Dior. The very name hints at the beautiful bouquet of notes in this fragrance.
V&A Shoes: Pleasure and Pain Press Day
I’ve always thought of shoes as reified works of abstract art.
Cinderella. My favourite shoe story. Cinderella – the girl whose shoes helped elevate her to a higher status. The tale of the ‘slipper test’ can in fact be traced back to 1st century Egypt.
Shere Open Gardens 2015
Shere, one of my favourite villages in Surrey, will be inviting the public to view the biggest selection of beautiful private gardens for Shere Open Gardens 2015.
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The Most Popular Word for School Children in Surrey
This is amusing.
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Brondes Have More Fun!
Isn’t it nice when fashion falls in your favour? I’ve never dyed my hair. Ever. I’ve always called my hair colour ‘Honey Blonde’. Continue reading Brondes Have More Fun!
Iris Garden at Polesden Lacey
I went to Polesden Lacey while the sun was shining to see the iris garden.
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show Celebrity Watch
It wouldn’t be a press day without celebrities. Everywhere I looked, there were celebs among blooms.
Sir Ian McKellen was interviewed by Sophie Raworth…
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2015 Press Day
For me, Summer starts with the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
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