Preparation for Autumn

Autumn, my favourite season, is finally here. For me this means windswept walks in the park, warming foods and cosy nights in, but it also means it's time for some new things. Below is my autumn wardrobe wish-list for the new season, including a gorgeous cape from the new Alice Temperley collection at John Lewis. I posted about a similar cape back in August so I'm really pleased I've managed to find one just like it on the high street. 

Also on my list: this pretty tea dress from Topshop, which I'll wear with thick black tights, a handy black satchel, some sparkly nail polishes and some new boots. If I manage to get all of these then I think that'll be me sorted for the new season. What about you? Have you got your eye on anything?

{Images: John Lewis, Topshop}

Summer Pastels

At the back of my diary lives a list I call the BIG LIST. On it are things that I like but can't afford just yet. So there are things like a Falcon enamelware bake set, an Ercol studio couch and a set of Diptyque candles amongst other things. A good thing to have, you might think, never having to worry when someone asks what you want for your birthday/Christmas etc, except that the list grows almost on a weekly basis...eek! The latest addition to the list comes in the form of a pastel-hued satchel from leather specialists, The Cambridge Satchel Company.

These new pastel satchels are available in lemon, rose pink, lavender and duck egg blue but are strictly limited edition so you'd better make up your mind sharpish about which one you want! It's 100% the rose pink for me but I have a bit of a thing for lavender as well at the minute since buying this pretty Topshop nail polish. Click here to view the full pastel collection.

If you live around the Cambridge area, Cambridge Satchel Co. are having a Clearance Sale this Saturday and Sunday (11th & 12th August) at the Guild Hall so it might be worth popping down to grab a bargain. If not, the company are also offering free UK delivery on all satchels. For details just head over to their on-line site.

{Image: The Cambridge Satchel Co.}

Beg Bicycles

Beg Bicycles, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...

1) You sell pretty bikes
2) You sell pretty bikes that are vintage-inspired
3) You sell pretty bikes that are vintage-inspired and have baskets on the front

Now, get ready to be 'wow-ed' guys, these bikes are seriously beautiful...

How pretty!

If you haven't heard of Beg Bicycles before, here's what you need to know: They are a Cambridge-based classic bike seller, launched in March this year. They offer four core designs, two for ladies and two for men, and also provide a bespoke service, where their hand-builders in Belgium will tailor a piece to your specific needs. The bikes come in a nice selection of muted shades including Flirty 30's Green (top and above) and Chalk (centre). AND they do a nice little selection of accessories to keep you and your new bike happy. Think checked blankets, tan satchels and wicker baskets.

Below are the four core designs on offer:

                                                                                                           
1. BELLA, in Persephone Pink
2. BETTY, in Flirty 30's Green
3. BILLY, in Lamp Post Grey
4. BERTIE, in Toad

I think Betty in the pink shade is my favourite. What about you? Here's a look at all those cute accessories I was telling you about.

If the gorgeous leather saddle and matching handlebars weren't enough to please you, the beautiful hand-crafted blankets and satchels certainly should. I'm in serious swoon mode right now!
There are more products available on their website too, so why not have a look.
Hope you all have a lovely weekend. I've been inspired to go for a bike ride and a picnic, lets hope the weather holds out! x

{All images: Beg Bicycles}