"The week started with a spring in my step – the spring that only comes with the smell of a potential romance in the air. Being spoilt by lots of text messages from the Yankee really added a different attitude to the daily chores - it’s potentially called smugness.
The week was a busy one. Wednesday saw the launch of Project Ocean at Selfridges – an initiative to build awareness of the world's over fishing; and the country's eco figureheads attended its kickoff. Elle Macpherson looked suitably and predictably coiffed but to me she's a little more 'bony' than 'body' now, such a shame as she really did have the most stunning figure. Cat Deeley has started to look drenched in LA, that place is simply written all over her now! Her dress erred on the side of boring for me... Alannah Weston – Selfridge’s Creative Director – threw her weight behind their decision to work with Katharine Hamnett on the Ocean project and wore the exclusive ‘No More Fish in the Sea?’ T-shirt. This oversized organic cotton tee has swiftly moved to the top of my wish list.
The following night the fashion army were out in force at a gallery opening and the drinks flowed to the sounds of retro pop. It was pure London scene-sters as it’s core as the art was largely ignored by the Ab Fab crowd. The event was in danger of being a little too cool but thankfully the DJ spun a few good old cheesy classics which normalised the atmosphere and stemmed the air-kissing somewhat.
I have to admit though that of all the fabulous fashion parties filling my diary this week, it was thanks to my ‘Power Gays’ hosting a Eurovision party that allowed me to indulge my inner loser. Rocking my Kandee studded boots, bandage denim and vintage oversized jacket, I was worried I maybe slightly over dressed, but then I reminded myself who I was visiting. Nothing is too major for these guys. And predictably they did not disappoint. The inevitable abuse was hurled at the TV as we supped vodka martinis and ate perfectly formed hand rolled sushi in their palatial surroundings. Watching this dreadful show is best served by the bitchiest crowd you can find. Mini Eurovision war broke out amongst the European foreigners, whilst the Americans and Canadians of the group stared at the TV rather dumbfounded at the strange display unfolding before them. The show left us all a little puzzled – where the hell is Azerbaijan?
As for The Yankee, due to his holiday, the next date is scheduled this week and I’m actually quite excited! And at least it’s given me the time to plan the outfit. He is taking me to one of London’s newest restaurants and as this date has had a fair bit of a build up, getting the look right is paramount. Thankfully I found myself a little gem in the form of a Cheap Monday bandeau draped jumpsuit which I’ll style up with some chunky jewellery, high platforms and team with a skinny tailored jacket.
Let’s hope my footwear collection can withstand the step–springing, if it continues that is. Cynical? Me?
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