LIFE’S A BEACH

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Wearing: PUMA hat, Yohji Yamamoto trench, Alexander Wang tank, Jil Sander trousers

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Last Saturday I headed to the Roundhouse in Camden, for their Pop-up beach with some friends. It was insanely hot (I soon ditched the black trench), so we grabbed a jug of Pimms and some deckchairs and lay out to sizzle. It as pretty surreal being surrounded by sun and sand, with London’s city scape just about visible over the pastel crates, and yet still very relaxing.

The beach is open for August so head down there when you have a few free hours. There’s quite a family vibe in the morning but as soon as the 2 for 1 cocktails start, people soon crawl out of the woodwork.

Thank you to Matthew for the shots of moi 

DEVON PHOTO DIARY

What started out a photo diary ended as an encyclopaedia, so now you know Devon just as well as I do. After the chaos of fashion week I retreated back to Devon to catch up with family and friends, hit the beach, walk the dogs across the farm and relax in the calm. One of my friends just got a house right off the beach so he can dedicate more time to surfing, he doesn’t even lock his front door; totally peaceful life. I’m super lucky to be able to retreat to these places whenever I need a recharge, but London is where it’s happening. Thanks to my brother for driving me around like a crazy tourist whilst I was down!

MINIMALISTE

Introduced to the Tumblr MINIMALISTE, by Ivania, it’s been a great source of inspiration for my AW12. Looking at vast landscapes of sea and ice, with clear open skies and oceans has given me a great deal to think about. Going down to Devon for the holidays I felt like I had to visit this place, one of my favourites, with vast cliffs that you can climb and explore all day, with waves crashing all around you. So far removed from life, it makes me feel alive.

SHIPWRECKED

Wearing: Persol opticals, Limi Feu coat, Jaeger trousers, Dr Marten shoes

After fashion week I went down to Devon for some much needed recuperation time. The week was mostly filled with lounging, eating, exploring and lots of walking. Perfect! It felt great to jump back in a car again and go wherever I liked. I stumbled upon this shipwreck in the middle of the sand off Crow Point, so in awe of its history. What incredible textures too!

I’m off to Antwerp tomorrow for the stock sales, so excited! I’ll see you all on Thursday with lots of goodies to share I’m sure.