THE RULES OF BUYING VINTAGE

1. If you are new to shopping vintage ,make your first purchase something that works with your existing wardrobe and doesn't require too much thought about what accessories you may need. A 60s coat is a durable piece that will stand the test of time and always look chic.
2. Always buy pieces that are in good condition. You may see heartbreakingly beautiful dresses that need some TLC, but finding thse missing buttons or bugle beads can be impossible annd repairs can be extremely expensive. 
3. If you find a dress you adore but the fit isn't quite right, gentle tailoring can yield wonderful results. Just don't change the nature of a dress too much. 
4. Keep your vintage clothing modern and don't play dress-up. Always pair a great vintage find with contemporary accessories or separates so that you look tremendously stylish rather than like a Mad Men extra. 
5. While vintage can provide you with clothing for all walks of life and times of day, it is by far the best way to find your perfect LBD. The classic new look of a tailored waist and fuller skirt is brilliant for all shapes and sizes, but if you prefer a cleaner , more modern take, the 60s A-line style is a winner.  

CHARITY CAMPAIGNS WENT VIRAL

No make -up selfies, #WakeUpCalls, the ice bucket challenge-it wasn't charidee unless it was online. about the backlash wasn't far behind.
It started in March, when Beyonce and Rihanna posted pics of themslves wearing no make-up. Mere months later, the Beckhams were pouring icy water over Victoria and, before we knew it, Jeremy Clarkson was taking bed-head selfies. Yep, 2014 was officially the year of social media charity stunts. No-one can agree how to make up selfies became linked to cancer, but everyone from Cara Delevingne to Cheryl Fernandez Versini shared thir suppoesd bare faced chic, raising 8 million dollars for Cancer Research UK within a week.
Come summer, it was all about drenched clothes, as the ice-bucket challenge took over. It raised awareness of neurodegenerative disease ALS and 7 million dollars for the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
By October, 'clicktivism' overkill had truly set in. Unicef's #WakeUpCall campaign showed us famous faces first thing in the moring to help us mere mortals'wake up' to Syria.
More yet to come...

@WORK!

FAIRY JOBMOTHER!
1. Work for someone you respect. Surround yourself with people you can learn from and then move on.
2. Always ask for advice. To be succesful you must make your own choices but guidance is usEful.
3. Say yes to every meeting.
4. Having short term doable goals is key. Think about what to do next and then make it happen.
5. If you are affiable and diligent in the beginning, then you will do well. Be helpful, make lots of tea and be friendly. Do a good job and success will come.
6. Stay open-minded.
7. Things are never as bad as they seem with a fresh head in the mornng.
8. Make yourself heard.

FIRST THING: Cupof tea in bed, spinach and eggs for breakfast,
GO-TO-WORKWEAR: A.P.C or Agnes B for A-line skirts, a shirt and statement flats or brogues from Pokit.
INSTA-LUNCH: Always escape the office, eat healthy-sushi is good-and avoid alcohol at lunchtime.
LIFE RULES; Never hav deevices on in the bedroom;it is important to seperate work and home.And exercise is essential three times a wek for clearing your head and keeping you sane.
SWITCH OFF: A long bath surrounded by Diptyque candles.