weekend in bristol.

(the beauty of autumn)

(early morning wanderings up Park St)

(pretty coloured houses)

(beautiful Saturday night dinner at Prego)

(Halloween spirit)

(bristol rooftops and countryside out in the distance)

(yummiest pasta at Prego)

(I found the most gorgeous deli while wandering around Clifton. It's called Arch House Deli)

(had to visit Cabot Circus again for a little window shop)

(the most spectacular view)

(fairy light ambiance at Prego)

(afternoons spent reading my book in this charming little square)

Weekend #2 in Bristol and I now feel like a local. As soon as I arrived late Saturday night, George and I went out for a romantic meal to a gorgeous Italian restaurant, called Prego. That was the perfect way to start the weekend.

On Sunday; I climbed hills, I ducked into adorable cafe's and delis, I didn't stop taking photos, I breathed in the fresh autumn air, I seemed to think every colourful house was just as adorable as the one before it, I window shopped along Park St and through Cabot Circus, but most of all, I had the best time exploring the beautiful city all by myself. It was perfect. I didn't want to leave.

But it has taken me a while to get back into reality since all day today, I have had the worst case of wanderlust. I haven't been able to stop dreaming about countless places I need to visit. Already looking forward to next weekend and seeing where it will take me.

it's friday and this is what's making me happy.

(cozy items for the winter like weather; I haven't taken off the cable knit socks from hush)

(leaves half-way between green and orange; and old school chimneys)

(pain au chocolat for breakfast; yep, Sydney summer diet is starting next week)

(lazy mornings cuddled up in bed)

(fairy lights. enough said)

(insanely chocolately hot chocolates. yep, as I said, Sydney summer diet starts next week)

It's taken me way too long to write this post tonight. I got home from work later than usual and took to the couch and didn't move, especially since I had a glass of red wine in hand and dinner cooked by George.

But finally, here it is. Just a few quiet moments or items from this week which have made me even happier than normal. I am loving this crisp autumn air I step out into every morning.

Hoping you guys have an amazing Halloween themed weekend planned!

wrapping up in classics.

(Topshop pea coat, Beechfield slouch beanie, Hunter wellies, Zara bag, Topshop jeans, Asos gloves, Reiss jumper, Topshop dress, Asos boots, Reiss ankle boots)

I think I could become a professional daydreamer. Especially when the daydreams are revolved around clothes. Way too much of my time is consumed by dreaming up future outfits.

The recent items which I have found myself dreaming of are winter classics that can be worn again and again, can be mixed and matched and can be worn for many different occasions. Including the classic pea coat, the slouchy beanie (which can also be replaced by a cap after seeing how amazing Christine from Fash-n-Chips looks in hers, and these girls too), the perfect cozy knit, the burgundy coloured jeans and the forever trusty peter pan collared dress.

For the first time, I have also become totally and utterly obsessed with every single style of boot. I don't know why I never have been before (it might be the fact that I am a Sydney girl and I don't think I have ever owned a pair of over the ankle boots before), but this season, I can't get enough. I've covered all types here with the wellies for the British rain, the flat knee highs for weekend shopping and the high-heeled ankle boots for a more dressed up feel.

I know I wrote here, that I find it much easier to dress for summer, but ever since I have let my mind wander to all these gorgeous wintery possibilities (I've got a lot more swimming around)...I have never been more inspired. What are you guys excited about wearing throughout the colder months? 

black & white with a little red.

Winter is starting to feel like it is creeping up upon us. While we were taking these photos, there was the most insane windstorm which sort-of explains why there are only two photos today as my face was scowling in every other photo.

But these two pictures give a rough idea of how much fun this skirt is. I could twirl around in it all day. 

(Topshop jacket and top, Reiss skirt, Zara heels)

weekend in bristol.

(train ride essentials)

(cutest vintage style bikes in Bristol)

(Saturday night dinner of mussels)

(colourful terraced houses)

(houses which look stacked on top of each other thanks to the hills in Bristol)

(adorable little surprise I found while going on a late afternoon walk)

I spent this weekend in Bristol. Another city on Cardiff's doorstep and one which I was dying to visit and go explore.

But since George was working all weekend, I had to go out and discover Bristol all by myself. I was up for the challenge, but it turns out I'm not the best solo explorer. I ended up spending all my time in cafe's reading my book, or wandering aimlessly around Cabot Circus.

I think I was put off by all the insane hills and the in-between weather. The weather where you are dressed perfectly for the temperature at the bottom of the hill, but once you trek all the way up, you wish you worn a bikini for the day.

George has to work all weekend in Bristol again next weekend, so I get another chance to wander around the city. Does anyone have any recommendations of what is a must?

Hoping everyone had an amazing weekend.Why do they always go way too quickly?

it's friday and this is what's making me happy. (john lewis shopping spree edition)

(finally got the matching cushion)

(a few little candles to be displayed throughout rooms)

(much needed utensils and the cutest little salt bowl)

(gorgeous plates and a polka dot table runner)

(amazing Le Creuset pans...don't know how we survived without them)

(new mugs for copious amounts of green teas)

TGIF...This week has been quite the test. I have come down with quite a strong head cold recently and it has been making the normal day-to-day activities a lot harder.

Luckily our John Lewis vouchers arrived early this week and we were able to go crazy and buy so many homeware items which have been on our list. It was the perfect little pick-me-up and all our new items has definitely put a massive smile on my face.

I am really enjoying this decorating process. Even though I know I have to be really patient and it is such a gradual process, I love the part of finding the items which I know will be perfect for our place. Then when we finally get them, it feels like another part of our little puzzle is being put together. It's such a new adventure for George and I - decorating our first very own place together...so I better enjoy it.

This weekend, we are off to Bristol. George will be working the whole weekend, but I will be wandering around with my camera, reading my book while sipping on hot chocolates in cute little cafes, going window shopping, and generally just getting lost and discovering a new city. I'm also excited to get snuggled up in our hotel bath robes and watch some movies and pop a bottle of champagne.

As I said...TGIF! Hope everyone has had an amazing week and has an even better weekend coming up.

skinny omelette.

Since George and I will be travelling back to Sydney in two months time for Christmas, when it is all hot, sunny and beachy weather we have decided to go on a low carb, high protein diet to get our bodies ready for endless days by the sea wearing nothing more than a bikini or boardies.

Enter this recipe for a skinny omelette from 101 Cookbooks. It's easy, healthy thanks to the greens, high in protein thanks to the eggs and pretty much absent of any carbohydrates. Perfect for an easy mid-week dinner. 

castle strolls.

A layered and casual outfit for weekend strolls around the castle. So happy I bought this top at the beginning of the year. It has been so handy and I've worn it on way too many occasions - but that's why I love it.

George and I just got back from a shopping spree around John Lewis with £300 worth of gift vouchers from George's work. We got everything from Le Creuset frying pans to table cloths. So much amazing stuff, so we are off to unwrap and play with it all.

(Zara top, Just Jeans shirt, Topshop necklace, Topshop jeans, ASOS brogues) 

weekend in cardiff.

(prettiest purple flowers)

(sunday morning espressos in the park)

(beautiful strolls around the castle)

(city swamped in red for the rugby)

(lazy sunday afternoon reading our books in the park)

(another view of the castle)

This weekend was incredibly relaxing. We slept in, woke up and watched the rugby (unfortunately both teams we were supporting, Wales who played on Saturday and Australia, who played on Sunday, lost) went and got Sunday morning espressos, strolled through gorgeous Castle grounds, spent Sunday afternoon in the park reading for hours.

As amazing as it was. The whole time I was wishing I was on the other side of the world celebrating my mum's 50th with family and friends at the massive party she had. The one thing I hate about living here in the U.K is that I am so far away from my family; at least a 23hour plane flight away with a minimum cost of £1500p.p for a return. It makes casually popping over back home pretty much impossible.

At least George and I will be there in exactly 2 months time for 3 weeks of summer. Counting down the days...

Hope everyone had an amazing weekend! 

it's friday and this is what's making me happy.

(frozen grapefruits for breakfast)

(beautiful blue building on Mill Lane with the cutest window flower boxes)

(wearing my all time favourite earrings - a 21st present from my auntie, uncle & cousins - everyday this week)

(the sky I woke up to this morning. our whole living room was pink from the window reflection. such a perfect way to start the say)

(spontaneous mid-week dinner dates out to our wagamamas just across the road)

(crisp but sunny autumn days. and the fact that we live a 2 minute walk to John Lewis...I could spend all day wandering around the home department)

Throughout the week, I always feel like it's going super slowly. But once Friday night hits I always think "how is this week already over?" Does that just happen to me?

This weekend will be a mixer of work and chilling (my favourite past-time). I am loving work so much though that it doesn't actually feel like work. Just going in and working for a brand which I love, working with awesome people and having long chats with lovely customers couldn't be better. So if you are ever in Cardiff, come into Reiss and say hello!

Currently watching Big Brother (George is to blame for my addiction), sipping on some wine and eating some chocolate. Perfect end to the week. Hoping everyone has an amazing weekend!