One of the main reasons Liz and I started the blog was to showcase that woman over 40 didn't become frumpy over night. The way some people carried on (mainly my male work colleagues) it was as though you were 39 one minute and the next you were 40. It was a case of "oh you poor thing, life … Continue reading Etsy Made Local …
I love fashion . Let's be honest I think most of us do! The thrill of finding the perfect outfit... That doesn't mean I know what I'm talking about. Hell no ... I'm no fashionista. Far, far from it. I just like what I like be it in 'trend' or not. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. … Continue reading Doing that 70’s thang …Archive by Alexa
I arrived at Sues earlier today, feeling a little sorry for myself and out of sorts. Just one of those day, you know, we all have them. I couldn't decide whether I wanted to rip some bodies head off, sit and cry, or do both! I plonked myself down on her settee and asked her to take me … Continue reading Rileys & Co…Oh Hello #ladieswholunch
A couple of weeks ago I stated that 'Ladies that lunch' would be a weekly feature...Every Friday or thereabouts. The words me and my big mouth spring to mind... Fail! A funeral put pay to last weeks venture and my partner in crime unfortunately wasn't available. The previous week I had to cancel and dash … Continue reading #Ladies that Lunch – Vintage Tea Rooms
On Saturday, on the recommendation of a mutual friend, we headed to The Carding Shed at Hepworth. Situated in an old mill it's fairly easy to find. Saying that we got lost a few times, ending up sat in a few 'dead end courtyards' and scaring a man half to death in the process. He was … Continue reading Oil Can Cafe @ The Carding Shed
It's not often I get chance to get 'dolled up' but a day at the races is a rather fab excuse to glam it up. I'd had a few weeks notice and spent most of it looking for a new outfit. I don't really do posh frocks and hate the idea of buying an expensive … Continue reading Doncaster Races…What I Wore