Welcome to my monthly diaries ❤ At the end of May we were treated with a heatwave over the bank holiday weekend, so we made the most of it and had our very first BBQ of the season. We also celebrated our friend’s Wedding in Liverpool at the breathtaking Cathedral, followed by a reception at the stunning Tatton Park in Cheshire. From interiors updates and new pieces in my wardrobe, to spending quality time with our parents and lots of giggles with my friends, it’s been a fabulous month easing into the 2026 summer season.
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There are some days that feel suspended in time, and my best friend’s wedding was one of them. A perfectly cinematic weekend split between the grandeur of Liverpool and the dreamy countryside charm of Cheshire, the kind of wedding that feels impossibly elegant yet deeply personal all at once.
Celebrations began with their legal ceremony in the city centre at the breathtaking Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.
Towering gothic architecture, soaring ceilings and the soft echo of footsteps against ancient stone created the most magical atmosphere imaginable.
The late morning light poured through the stained glass in that hazy, romantic way as the bride made her grand entrance.
Following the ceremony, the bride and groom greeted everyone on their way back out to the cathedral steps, where guests captured photos together in the midday sunshine.
Soon it was time to board the coaches which took the wedding party out into the Cheshire countryside for the reception at Tatton Park.
Set amongst acres of rolling parkland, wild deer and manicured gardens, it felt like stepping into an English period drama.
Upon arrival at Tatton Park, we were greeted with a refreshing Hugo Sprizt cocktail and delicious canapes as we soaked up the sunshine on the back lawn.
My boyfriend and I took a moment to have a stroll down to the feature fountain and lower terrace gardens with sweeping views across the grounds.
Taking a quiet minute together with those mesmerising views, the hum of the wedding party in the background and the entire day of celebrations yet to come, I couldn’t have been more content in that moment.
My wedding guest dress from Club L London was the perfect shade of pastel blue with a flattering asymmetric cut and off-shoulder neckline.
To accessorise I wore classic pearls from By Alona, matching pearl earrings from Heaven Mayhem, blush satin mules by Senso, and my sable Polene handbag to complete the elegant-chic look.
A statement pair of YSL cat-eye sunglasses were the finishing touch for a glorious afternoon basking in the sunshine.
I’m always so inspired by wedding guest dresses and I just loved my bestie’s polka dot strapless number with the full skirt and pockets.
Her butter yellow handbag from Marks and Spencer’s and matching yellow sunnies added a pop of colour to complete the vintage inspired wedding guest fit.
At 3pm we were called inside for the Wedding Breakfast in the Tenants’ Hall, where the opulent décor and colourful lighting set the tone for a brilliant afternoon and evening of celebrations ahead.
The table centre pieces were magnificent featuring flowers in rich reds and deep oranges.
We were treated to a 3-course feast of Indian cuisine served family style and every dish was exquisite.
Dessert was a refreshing trio of fruity delights to balance out those indulgent and rich flavours of the curry.
In between courses the speeches were made, and I was proud to see even our bride say a few words.
In need of some fresh air and a walk after all the food, we went for a lovely stroll around the grounds and discovered this beautiful orangery.
Filled with glorious green plants and the afternoon light cascading through the windows from above, it was like our own little oasis.
We also discovered a maze and rose gardens which truly felt like we’d stepped onto the set of Bridgerton.
Before we knew it, the evening party was upon us, and the traditional Indian drum performance welcomed the newlyweds back and invited guests to the dance floor.
As the evening went on, heels came off, the dance floor quickly filled up, and the atmosphere shifted into the most joyful chaos; the kind of night where nobody wanted it to end.
Somewhere between white wine, blurry dance floor photos and singing every word to early 2000s classics, it became one of those core memory nights we won’t be forgetting for a long time.
A reminder of how quickly life changes and how lucky we are to witness the biggest moments for the people we love most.
Liverpool and Cheshire delivered the dreamiest backdrop for a wonderful wedding weekend; dramatic city romance paired with soft countryside elegance.
What a truly memorable send off from family and friends to celebrate the happy couple ❤
It’s the late May bank holiday here in the UK and I’m winding down following a wonderful weekend soaking up the heatwave sunshine.
Back on Friday evening, we met friends at The Mutton for sundown drinks in the pub garden.
I wore this cute asymmetric dress from ASOS with a pair of nude thong kitten heel mules, my Coach handbag and MiuMiu round sunnies to complete the smart-casual look.
Saturday was another scorching day, so when 5pm came I enjoyed a glass of wine and some olives in our garden, whilst watching Emz and Nick’s latest Greece vlog.
For date night that evening, I booked The Leather Bottle for dinner in their picturesque courtyard area.
Even at 8pm it was still a lovely temperature to be sat outside as the sun went down over the neighbouring fields.
To start we ordered the padron peppers because whenever they’re on a menu, my boyfriend and I simply cannot resist.
For mains my boyfriend opted for the Bavette steak frites, whilst I had the Gilt head bream fillet.
Served with potato terrine, courgette, heritage tomato, feta and a salsa verde, this dish was divine and presented so beautifully too.
As we enjoyed our meal, the stunning sunset skies turned shades of gorgeous deep oranges and pinks, before dusk eventually set in.
Back home we embraced the warm night air and had another drink in our garden, festoon lights glowing and the moon shining brightly up overhead.
Sunday we were off to my boyfriend’s parents’ house for our first BBQ of the summer season.
Temperatures were set to be over 30 degrees, so denim shorts and my new pink contrast vest from Stradivarius and classic Birkenstock sandals, were the perfect cute-casual outfit combo.
I also styled my hair in a French twist to keep it off my neck for the day, not to mention looking super chic and elegant too.
It was the first time using their barbecue and outdoor space in their new house and it was all absolutely perfect.
Every corner of their house is so aesthetic and I was particularly drawn to these stone faces in their garden which give boho-chic Tulum vibes.
On the grill we had chicken skewers, burgers, sausages, corns and asparagus.
Of course a barbecue for us is not complete without my signature Greek Salad, so I was very excited to be making my first one of the summer this weekend.
There was also a Caesar salad, beetroot salad, Jersey Royal potatoes and all the condiments necessary for such a feast.
And not forgetting the footy game which had to be on in the background for the boys!
After lunch, I sat with my boyfriend’s mum out on their cute bistro set with a glass of bubbles; it was like we were sat outside our very own Parisian wine bar, pure bliss.
Meanwhile, the boys were equally chuffed with their setup inside to finish watching the football game.
My boyfriend’s mum even treated us to our favourite dessert she introduced us to of frozen raspberries, melted white chocolate and cream.
Before we knew it the sun was beginning to set and it was time to leave, but on our way home we made a spontaneous detour.
As we passed through Farnham, my boyfriend said we should do the walk at Caesar’s Camp to catch sunset.
So we parked up the truck and made our way across the picturesque countryside.
After about a 25 minute walk, we found this incredible viewpoint from which we watched the sun go down over Caesar’s Camp.
Sunsets never fail to amaze me; I find it mesmerising to see the sun dip below the horizon so rapidly in realtime.
A majestic sunset stroll was the most idyllic ending to our long bank holiday weekend showered in sunshine ❤
Date night at The Lost Boy was everything a beautiful spring evening should be. As the sun began to dip, we headed straight for their huge garden where strings of glowing festoon lights twinkled overhead, creating the dreamiest golden hour setting on a buzzing Saturday evening in late April.
There’s something so special about those first warm evenings of the season sipping sundown drinks outdoors, chatting away, and soaking up that soft spring air together in good company.
Once we’d fully embraced the alfresco vibes, it was time for dinner so we moved inside as the evening chill set in.
We started with the Puccia Bread served with garlic and basil marinated tomatoes, a delightfully light and fluffy pizza style dough balanced with a fresh and fragrant topping.
For mains I went for the chicken Caesar salad with perfectly crisp gem lettuce, a deliciously creamy dressing, and that wonderful salty tang from the anchovies and parmesan.
Meanwhile my boyfriend opted for the classic steak frites cooked medium.
Of course, no date night is complete without a cute outfit moment.
I wore my new spring/summer suedette oversized bomber jacket from Stradivarius with white jeans from Mango, paired with my brown strappy top from C’est Normal and khaki mule heels from Next.
To accessorise I added my silk neck scarf from Le Scarf, my Celine sunnies and Moncrief sage green handbag to complete the look.
Effortless, polished and so ready for spring.
The whole evening felt relaxed, romantic and simply lovely; good food, pretty surroundings and quality time together.
Honestly, the perfect springtime date night aesthetics in Surrey ❤
Come along for a weekend with me as I spend a wholesome few days at home in the countryside. I cook a delicious Singaporean takeaway style dinner for date night in, I show you some recent interiors updates and I indulge in a lovely pamper evening. Whilst I love travelling and creating all the fun content that comes with it, I also enjoy a slower paced weekend at home doing wholesome things like cooking and treating myself to a bubble bath. Sometimes embracing the simplest of things in life can help you reset and fully recharge🤍
Happy Sunday! Another weekend has come and almost gone and with it, another glorious date night dinner of course.
Having just booked the Amalfi Coast for summer, I had a craving for Italian food and so we decided to go to Daniele Sicilian Restaurant in Farnham.
I discovered this place upon recommendation from a friend last year and we absolutely loved it, so I couldn’t wait to go again.
My look for the evening featured this statement plunge neck olive green top from Motel Rocks paired with my black Stradivarius flared jeans.
In keeping with the earthy tones, I accessorised with leopard print mules from Nine West, a leopard print fur from Forever 21 and a matching olive green ASOS clutch bag.
Everything about Daniele Sicilian Restaurant gives rustic Italian vibes being in a converted barn and decorated with romantic fairy lighting.
We were seated on the enclosed terrace area where we had prime view of the stone firewood pizza oven.
My drink of choice for the night was a classic, crisp Italian Pinot Grigio.
To start we shared the goats cheese bonbons served on a bed of rocket with caramelised onion and parmesan crisp. These creamy, lightly fried, delicate balls of cheese were divine, the perfect little appetiser to whet the appetite.
For mains I opted for the Paccheri Trapanese, a pasta dish of seabass ragu with olives and wild fennel. It was nice to have something different and the flavours of the fish with the olives and fennel were exquisite.
My boyfriend ordered the Penne Amatriciana served with pancetta, red onion, chilli and a tomato parmesan sauce.
We also shared the focaccia bread and a mixed leaf salad on the side.
Everything was delicious and we savoured every mouthful; it certainly satisfied my craving for Italian cuisine.
I would highly recommend a visit to Daniele Sicilian Restaurant if you’re in the area whether it’s for a romantic date night moment, or a girly dinner with friends, you simply can’t go wrong with Italian food done well ❤
With one of my closest girl friends getting married next month, this Easter weekend was the big Hen Do party in Liverpool.
We arrived up north on Good Friday, checking into the coolest little Airbnb tucked right in the centre of the city.
After dropping our bags we headed straight out for a wander around the docks, easing into the weekend with a little sightseeing and, of course, some shopping because it would be rude not to.
What started as a grey, cloudy afternoon slowly transformed into the dreamiest candy floss pink sky sunset.
Back at the flat later that afternoon it was time to crack open the vino, put out some nibbles, and settle into that familiar, comforting rhythm of girly chats and laughter.
Friday night took us to Duke Street Market where we met up with the bride-to-be and the rest of the hens.
The vibe was effortlessly cool, and so was the outfit with a pair of dark wash denim, a grey off the shoulder asymmetric top, leopard print mules, and my trusty Coach handbag.
Dinner was very much ‘girl dinner’ coded; a chicken Caesar salad paired with truffle chips, a simple but elite combo.
A good nights sleep was needed ahead of the official Hen Do on Saturday.
We kicked things off at 11am with a wholesome pottery session complete with Buck’s Fizz to warm up for the day ahead.
We had the most fun and silly hen outfit for the bride; #365partygirl energy.
Proud of our creations, some more artistic than others, we headed to one of the bridesmaid’s houses where Dominos pizzas and more bubbles were waiting.
The bride took centre stage for a hilarious round of Mr & Mrs which had us all crying with laughter.
After a quick recharge, it was time to get ready for the evening celebrations. With the brief of dark colours for the hens, I went for an all black look styled with a vintage Jaeger oversized blazer and my velvet green Sandro bag for a subtle pop of colour.
Dinner was booked at A Tavola Deli in the trendy East Village of Liverpool.
We were treated to an Italian feast with everything from creamy burrata and classic pizza, to succulent lamb shank and spicy pasta.
It was all served family style so we could have a taste of it everything and each dish was absolutely divine.
We stayed for hours not leaving until gone 8pm, completely full and slightly giddy from the wine and the wonderful company.
Thankfully we got a cute group photo altogether outside of the restaurant before the bride tribe descended into fabulous chaos for the rest of the night!
Bars, dancing, more bars, maybe a club or two… the kind of night where nothing really matters except being together, laughing until your cheeks hurt, and celebrating your best friend as she steps into her next chapter.
Sunday morning arrived a little too quickly, heads slightly sore yet spirits still very high. And honestly, it was worth it for the hilarious moments and wonderful memories made.
The most special weekend for our gorgeous bride-to-be; bring on the wedding day ❤
There’s something about a girls’ day by the sea that just feels like a warm hug for the soul, and celebrating one of your besties birthdays makes it all the more special.
We kicked the afternoon off on the pebbled shores of Brighton Beach, soaking up the glorious spring sunshine with pink fizz in hand and camping chairs in tow, because practicality is the new chic when you’re in your 30s!
The air was crisp, the sea sparkled, and I felt the kind of easy, carefree joy that only comes from being with your favourite people.
After a few sun-drenched hours, we headed back to Livy’s flat to get ready for the evening which turned into a wholesome little celebration of its own. Somewhere between doing our makeup and sharing outfit options, we surprised Cara with a birthday cake, candles glowing, and yet more bubbles.
For the evening look I went for effortless glam: my new deep olive green Motel top with a plunging neckline, paired with black flared jeans from Stradivarius, brown pointed Topshop boot heels, and statement gold earrings.
I added a cow skin handbag for a playful pop of print and finished with my ASOS brown textured trench to complete the fit. Sophisticated with just the right touch of drama, the kind of outfit that makes you walk a little taller.
We were ready just in time to see the final few moments of sunset, so we ran back down to the seafront to experience it in all its glory.
Sunset skies never fail to amaze me and it was even more beautiful having my besties by my side to soak up this moment with.
Our first stop of night was Plateau, a cosy little wine bar perfect for easing into the evening.
We shared a bottle of red paired with buttery Nocellara olives and tangy pickled veggies; simple, delicious, and exactly what you want as golden hour fades into night.
Dinner followed shortly after at Tutto, a spot we’d been eyeing for a while and it certainly did not disappoint.
Built on the ethos “bring everyone, eat everything”, it felt like the perfect place for an intimate birthday celebration.
We started with warm focaccia bread and creamy buffalo mozzarella served with Jerusalem artichoke and a hazelnut pesto.
For our main course we shared the roasted cod with clams and borlotti beans, chestnut mushroom agnolotti, and a rich, comforting ragu pappardelle.
Delicious dishes full of flavour that we savoured every mouthful of, absolutely exquisite dining scenes.
The waiter then surprised Cara with her second birthday treat of the day, a classic Tiramisu which we all tucked into and thoroughly enjoyed.
From there, the night unfolded in the best way drifting between a few bars, dancing, laughing, and fully embracing that carefree, slightly chaotic energy that only comes out when you’re with your girls.
The giggles, the shared memories, the feeling of slipping right back into your teenage selves like no time has passed at all; nothing fills my cup more than quality time with my best girlies ❤
Tucked deep within the wild embrace of the jungle, an evening at Gitano Jungle Tulum feels like stepping into a beautifully chaotic dream. It’s effortlessly atmospheric, where glamour meets the bohemian spirit of Tulum.
As the sun disappears and the jungle darkens, the space comes alive with shimmering disco energy as mirror balls sway gently from the palms, candlelight flickers between the trees, and tables weave organically through the natural maze of the jungle floor.
I leaned fully into the Tulum aesthetic for my outfit of the night. I wore my new Las Lulas flared-sleeved crop top, complete with handmade tassel details that danced every time I moved.
Paired with my palm print mini skirt from Topshop, pearl platform sliders, my Seaside Stories gold shell necklace and Heaven Mayhem gold shell earrings, the look felt perfectly suited to a night in the jungle.
Naturally, we began with cocktails to toast the final evening of our holiday. I ordered a classic Paloma; sweet yet salty, refreshing and glowing with that dreamy sorbet pink hue.
And what’s dinner in Tulum without a little entertainment? Throughout the evening a group of professional dancers performed around the restaurant, transforming the space into a lively jungle disco. Their energy was infectious and added a vibrant party atmosphere that made the night feel even more special.
To start, we shared a simple but deliciously satisfying hummus with pita chips.
For mains, we opted for a selection of plates to try a few different dishes: a cauliflower steak, buttermilk chicken, watermelon basil salad and chipotle potatoes.
The cauliflower dish was the standout with a perfectly roasted, tender flesh topped with a rich, creamy sauce that was just so tasty and moorish.
To be transparent, it was definitely a splurge with the bill coming in at just under £200. But sometimes travel is about unique experiences and dining beneath the palms at Gitano certainly felt like one, so it was worth it.
Between the glowing candlelight, the delicious food and cocktails, and the dazzling performances, it made for an awesome final evening dinner in Tulum.
A little wild and playful with a side glamour, it was the most memorable way to celebrate another beautiful holiday together; good night Tulum ❤
As the afternoon softened into evening on the shores of Tulum in early February, we made our way down the powdery stretch of sand just as the sky began its nightly transformation for our penultimate sunset of the trip.
While Tulum sits on Mexico’s east coast meaning the sun technically sets behind the jungle, the Caribbean still puts on a spectacular show.
For the evening I leaned fully into the boho beach aesthetic with a long brown maxi skirt from ASOS paired with a brown flower detail bikini top, my pearl necklace from By Alona, a butter yellow handbag from Topshop, and my ever faithful Celine sunglasses to complete the look.
Soft blush pinks, pale blues and hints of lavender slowly spilled across the horizon, reflecting off the sea in the most dreamy way.
We wandered along the shoreline as the light shifted minute by minute, the colours becoming richer and more surreal with every step, and the sky melting into a pastel painting above the water.
Eventually we drifted back towards Vagalume to soak in the final moments of the sunset.
Cocktail hour felt essential so naturally I ordered a spicy margarita, my go-to whenever we’re by the sea.
With the last glow of the evening lighting up the beach club, we took a few aesthetic photos along Vagalume’s famous wooden walkway, framed by the sculptural pair of hands that look as if they’re cradling you.
It’s one of those iconic Tulum photo spots that feels just as mesmerising in person as it does online.
As the last traces of colour faded from the sky, the moon appeared bright, full and impossibly majestic high above the sea.
The beach took on a quieter, almost cinematic feeling underneath the moonlight; a magical moment I will never forget ❤
Dani Aneka 