Sloane Chelsea Boots by Carvela Kurt Geiger

I first spotted these beauties being sported by a girl in Covent Garden. Her pair were in a dark burgundy and I absolutely fell in love with them. I even did a bit of minor stalking to get a better look at them. Anyway, I really didn't need a pair of boots, that was until I happened upon the very same pair whilst browsing in Kurt Geiger. It's times like this when I feel very lucky indeed to be living in London with such easy access to great shops. So, I'm faced with a dilemma; I want both the black and burgundy versions, but can only justify/afford one pair. Do I go for the sensible black version or the bold burgundy? Well for once reason won out and I plumped for the black. The burgundy looks gorgeous with black skinny jeans, but not so good with the floral print dresses I love. Now there are a lot of Chelsea boots on the market, but with their slim fit and brogue detailing these certainly have the edge for me. They add just a tad of city gent chic to any outfit.

The burgundy pair are currently on sale for £110 (originally £150) on the Kurt Geiger website.

Blueberry Muffins

I love to bake and used to lots, but of late I've sadly neglected my rather extensive collection of recipe books. So, I decided to brighten up a grey Sunday morning with some blueberry loveliness for breakfast inspired by the Hummingbird bakery berry muffins. I was out of muffin cases, so I resorted to the only other option, which was using baking parchment and I don't think I'll go back to cases. I used 6 inch squares firmly squished into my muffin tin and I think they turned out pretty well.

 Somehow I convinced myself that eating cake for breakfast rather than as an additional treat was virtuous; not so convincing in writing as it sounded in my head. They were yummy, note the past tense, all six devoured in one day, with a little help I might add.

Something Special

They're not fibbing either. Mac's Something Special Creamblend Blush really is rather good. This blush looked so pretty in the pan I was sure that it couldn't live up to my expectations once applied.

Not so. On the cheek it gives a beautiful blend of pink and peach, which is so flattering. The formula blends wonderfully using fingers, so there's no need to use brushes. Having fairly dewy, ok oily, skin I'm not a fan of super shiny cream blushes. This blush gives just a hint of sheen, which is perfect for me.

 

If you're looking for a natural toned blush this might not be for you. As for me, I love a bright cheek and this definitely hits the spot, without being too much. Having worn this blush consistently for the past few months, I have to say that it might just be my favourite.