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Kristaps snips at Mowgli St John’s Wood

I glanced in the mirror. Big sigh.  My hair, suddenly too long, had entered a lank-shapeless-overgrown-mop state.  And my long-term divine hairdresser (who, by the way, comes to my home to cut not just my hair but any friends who … Continue reading

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Halloween 2012: channeling Chanel, sweet Lola and a shipless pirate

Spooks day is upon us.  While I just go with the flow, The Smalls have been up since 6am with excitement.  Bombarded by PR agencies begging me to mention their Halloween-themed this or that, I only conceded to post when … Continue reading

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Hiding behind the mask….

Is it still autumn or are we now edging into winter?  Some days it is so grey and misty, I wonder if the seasons are blurring into one.  Either way, we need to put a brave face on it.  And … Continue reading

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A Mauritian pop up at Harrods’ Urban Retreat

It may be dismal and grey outside but a few rays of Mauritian sunshine have found their way into our autumnal London. Maradiva Villas Resort, one of the most amazing spas in the world, has – for one month only … Continue reading

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