The World of Nusumigui

I'm a soft touch.  Present me with a tinsel-edged cardboard sign, which reads "Welcome Susie" and I'm putty in any designer's hands.  Even better when the designer in question has absolutely zero arse-licking agenda and just wanted to welcome a guest to his work abode.  On my last trip to Tokyo back in October, I… Continue reading The World of Nusumigui

A Trip To Hand and Lock

During the week that the Royal Baby landed on our planet and people acted like they had NEVER witnessed the birth of a baby boy before in their lives, the legendary bespoke embroidery company Hand & Lock, based in Central London, were busy taking commisions for gifts for the blessed child.  There was a curious… Continue reading A Trip To Hand and Lock

Mr Quiffy on Tour

I've had precisely two gelatos, two ice lollies (addicted to Solero Fruit Ice Pineapple at the moment) and two ultra rich dizzying scoops of honey and whisky ice cream at St John's in the last fortnight.  Those who know me will know that my non-existent sweet tooth doesn't normally tolerate sugar-laden treats so that's a… Continue reading Mr Quiffy on Tour

Mwah Mwah!

>> Remember Sophia Webster's lippy shoe love-in with Revlon's Ultrasuede lipstick?  I did say that the results of this unique shoe designer and beauty brand collaboration, there'd be real physical product to be had and so here are a pair of Kiki Kisses (matched up with Revlon's 005 Muse shade) and all its lippy components… Continue reading Mwah Mwah!