Avebury

Jacket: Caslon; T-Shirt and Boots: J Crew; Necklace: House of Harlow; Leggings: Nordstroms' Junior Department

One of the most magical places I went on my trip was to Avebury.  It is hard to describe the small village in the middle of the English countryside, but it has a very unique feeling.  The main attraction are giant stone circles (like Stonehenge).  Why this place was chosen and what these giant stones mean is still a mystery.  What is clear is that this place was very important to other humans thousands of years ago and still holds a sway over people today. 

 The manor house is surrounded by beautiful gardens.  These dogs were waiting to get in too!

The sheep were so beautiful and peaceful. 

 Oh, and there was an American biker gang at the pub and a bus of aghast locals. 

Laura x

Black and White Dress Rehersal for the Races

Fascinator: Edina Ronay London; Dress: H and M; Belt: J Crew; Watch: Nike; Heels: Zara

One item that I wanted to track down on my trip was a hat or fascinator to wear to the Family House Polo Match in September.  I would love it if Americans wore hats to weddings like the Brits.  I found this black and white fascinator at TK Maxx (British version of TJ Maxx). 

I wore it with a black and white stripped dress from H & M and my Zara heels that I bought in Liverpool (thanks B!). 

Laura x

Haul from London's Oxford Circus

I spent my first day in London hitting the shops of Oxford Circus, London's main high street.  I found a couple basics with an edge which I hope will easily lend themselves to things that I already have. 

Shirt: Topshop

This is my favorite find and something I should have bought in multiple colors.  The shirt's light cotton drapes and folds to add some visual interest to what could be a very boring shirt.  

All Saints Spitafields

I couldn't pass up this shirt: leopard print and a grey hoodie = my two favorite things.  It is All Saints Spitafields which I purchased at Selfridges.

Zara

This shell is white faux leather with mesh details on the sides and back.  I think I will wear it quite a bit with jeans and a blazer.  With a tan, it will be a softer way to wear "leather" in the summer. 

 I also purchased some cool cosmetics. 

I am excited to try each of these nail polishes.  The red one is a leather effect polish, I have the black version (http://theglamorouspursit.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/leather-effect-nail-polishskulls.html).  The other is designed to look like feathers. 

I have needed to stock-up on my Chanel pressed powder which they don't seem to stock in the States. 

I bought this poster from the Transport Museum.  I thought that the muted colors were beautiful.  I can't wait to have it framed.  

 Macaroons from Lauderee Paris and their packaging were too beautiful to pass up. 

Finally, I got a wicker hamper from the veritable Fortum and Mason (photos of the store to come).   I think that I will use it to decorate in my kitchen and pretend that I take picnics to the park. 

 Laura x

Two Days in London

Laura x

Touring Bath

Jacket: Nordstrom; Sweatshirt: J Crew; T-Shirt and Pants: GAP; Ballet Flats: J Crew

A beautiful day in Bath for seeing some familiar sights with my brother.  Also another day where rain made layers the only option. 

Necklace: Baubble Bar

I really hate wet hair, so this updo kept my hair off my neck.  Just segment your hair, twist, and pin with bobby pins. 

Laura x