The Conscious Edit - April 2025

Welcome to this month’s Conscious Edit, where I highlight stylish finds and investment pieces designed to lighten your footprint while making a positive impact on both the planet and your wardrobe…

100% Vegetable Tanned Leather Jacket, Lip Liner in Cool Pink, Gold Hair Tie, 100% organic ‘Pussy Power’ Tee (10% of profits to the Green Mambas), Overnight Facial Oil, Lambswool Easy Tee, 100% New Zealand wool Acres Rug, Silver Petra Shell Necklace, 100% Cotton Striped Pants, 100% Scottish Cashmere Cardigan.

APRIL HIGHLIGHT: BLANQO

This season, I hit the slopes in a rented ski onesie and helmet from Blanqo; No need to invest in bulky gear we need to store for 52 weeks a year (Londoners, ya feel me), plus I got to experiment with a more bold, snow-stopping lewk I might not usually invest in.

Research estimates that, on average, renting one piece of clothing can save up to 24% water, 6% energy, and 3% CO2 emissions, when compared to buying a new item. So from the slopes to soirées, planet-friendly renting keeps it stylish, simple, and sustainable - no strings (or storage) attached.

The Conscious Edit - March 2025

Welcome to this month’s Conscious Edit, where I highlight stylish finds and investment pieces designed to lighten your footprint while making a positive impact on both the planet and your wardrobe…

Ecru Cotton Canvas Boilersuit, Blanca Mules, Zebra Print Sunglasses, Reiki Healing with The Crystal Garden, Lab-grown Diamond Pavé Bar Necklace, Cashmere Rib Detail Jumper, Enrich Body Balm, Deep Brown Mascara, Yannick Scott Orange Peel Print at Good Mood, Pre-Loved Chanel Bag, Colourblur Glow Balm, Regenerative Organic Certified Tee

March Highlight: Simba

Simba is the UK’s first B Corp certified sleep brand, using only British wool and ensuring any waste foam and springs from the manufacturing process are sold on for use in other products (such as flooring underlay and dog beds!) The brand sends zero waste to landfill from mattresses that are returned to them, as they are all broken down and recycled. In summary, Simba Mattresses combine comfort with sustainability, ensuring a better rest for you and a better future for the Earth. Sweeter dreams…

Valentine's Gift Guide 2025

100% Wool Gilet, Seasonal Bouquet, Geranium Bath Oil, Heart Earrings, Salted Caramels, Linen Blouse, Leopard Print Knickers.

Dinner at Dorian, Leather Phone Case, Vintage Valentino Bag, Lab-Grown Diamond Chain Bracelet, Silk Eye Mask, Flush Balm, Rosé Fizz, Hairbrush.

TLC Christmas Gift Guide 2024

Silk Dress, Lip Gloss, Earring, Cosmoss Sacred Mist, Tablecloth, Bath Salts, Cable Knit Puffer Jacket, Body Wash, Zebra Tote, Wrapp10 Styling Voucher, Chubby Heart Necklace, Teddy Mittens, Electric Toothbrush, 2025 Diary, Collagen Spray, Soap Dish, Carpet Clogs, Bonnet, ‘Consumed’ by Aja Barber, Jewellery Case.

Parachute Bomber Jacket, Bouclé Crescent Bag, Glow Set, ‘Wives Like Us’ by Plum Sykes, Deeptox Eye Cream, ‘Recipes from the Heart’ by Pamela Anderson, Leopard Heels, Serving Platter, Socks, Lipstick, Hot Water Bottle, Ginger Body Oil, ‘Love’ and ‘Peace’ Bracelets in support of Choose Love, Red Cord Suit, Candle, Silk Shirt, Heart Earrings, Wallet, Panettone, Velvet Shoes, Interrupted Art Subscription.

Hoodie Set, Uno, Wonder Oven, ‘Space: The Human Story’ by Tim Peake, Christmas Chocolate Lobster, The Saucy Set (Smoked Pesto, Chilli Sambal & Peanut Salsa) by Nina Parker, Grooming Roll, ‘Around the World in 80 Years,’ by Ranulph Fiennes, Wonky Coffee Subscription, Soap, Electric Toothbrush, Air Tags, Socks, ‘Bundle of Warmth’ Hamper for a displaced person through Choose Love, Insulated Ice Bath, Mug, HomePod Speaker, Pizza Oven, Leather Dominos Set, Men’s Beauty Kit

Quilted Onesie, Swimfin, Temporary Tattoos, Popcorn Bag, Yoto Player, ‘Our Galaxy: A First Adventure into Space’, Watch, Beanie, Knitted Barefoot Shoes, Varsity Bomber Jacket.

Hair Brush, Egg & Soldier Plate, Chalk Race Cars, Gilet, Welly Boots, Chocolate Lollipop Kit, Christmas Sweater, Christmas Pyjamas, More Love Sweatshirt in support of War Child.

Lampshade, Microgreen Seeds, Glug Jug, Sleep Masks, Miracle Balm, Tray, Slipper Boots, Refillable Soap, Champagne

Photograph Frame, Radish Seeds, Caramel Heart Chocolates, Pistachio and Clotted Cream Biscuits, Candleholder Set, Overnight Reset Serum, Strawberry Mug, Bath Salts, ‘The Other Side of Paradise’ by Vanessa Beaumont

Chilli Oil, Whiskey Fudge, Leather Flask, Photograph Frame, Cheese Feast Hamper, ‘Around the World in 80 Trees’ by Jonathan Drori, Herbal Comfort Soak, Seagull Eggs, Sweater, Grow It Herb Kit

Mug, Pasta Maker, Panettone, Hot Water Bottle, Slippers, Leather Perudo Set, ‘Politics on the Edge’ by Rory Stewart, Tool Crab, Mini Massage Cushion, Scarf, London Dry Gin

Skincare Starter Set, Glow Body Oil, Hood, Scent, ‘The Five Minute Journal’ - The Original Gratitude Journal, Turtle Nest Adoption with Local Ocean Conservation, National Art Pass, Pimple Patches, Pottery Starter Kit, Taylor Swift Eras Stickers, Lip Sleeping Mask, Gilet

Frying Pan, King Arthur Puzzle, Hoodie, Adopt an Elephant with the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, All Rounder Balm, Air Pods Case, Simba Lego, Waffle Maker, Chocolate Coal, ‘The Roasting Tin’ by Rukmini Iyer

The Nursery

Ta Daaaaaah… My ‘other’ labour of love; Rex’s nursery. This room was, as expected, so much fun to put together, especially as we (and by ‘we,’ I mean, ‘my boyfriend’) wanted to do a lot of the work ourselves. From building wardrobes at weekends, to fitting coving and moving spotlights, my scientist by day, and builder by night, really outdid himself. I meanwhile, being about to pop, took on the less physical task of scouring the internet for the most environmentally-friendly baby shops I could find, trawling John Lewis (a parent-to-be right of passage) and spending some glorious hours on the sofa searching for those little magical touches from small brands that really make a space unique.

When it came to the paint, we went straight back to Farrow and Ball and enjoyed another of their brilliant at-home colour consultations (although, this time via a Covid-safe Zoom), to make sure the different colours in the nursery blended well together, but also complimented the other connecting rooms. The in-depth guidance and peace of mind surrounding the colour palette and quantities provided by the consultant Emily Harrold was such a weight off our shoulders, and her expertise really helped bring my little African vision to life. You can read about my previous colour consultation here.

Walls, Ceiling, Radiator and Skirting Boards: Pale Powder

Coving and Double Doors: Webet

Cupboards: Lichen

Sunshine: Hay

The addition of the sunshine was something I knew I had wanted, having been initially inspired by a picture of Molly Madfis’ nursery my sister saw on Pinterest, and thankfully DIY aficionado, my friend Katherine Ormerod, stepped in (or more waddled in, both being prettttty pregnant at the time), masking tape in hand, and helped me. It really does makes the room, and I’m so grateful for her help - It would not have looked remotely this impressive had I been left to my own devices, that’s for sure!!

I always knew I wanted Rex’s room to be safari themed (you can take the girl outta Africa…) but obligatory giant giraffes aside, I also wanted to include some mountainous nods to his rock climbing Daddy!

Laundry Basket made in Kenya: The Basket Room, Lion Seagrass Toy Baskets: Belly Bambino, Luggy Basket and Stacking Bowls: Oskoe Living, ‘A Pod of Hippopotamuses’ Illustration: Fee Greeing for Polkra, Wooden Train, Play Tent, Bunting and Wooden Vans: Scandiborn, Vintage Penguin Books and Mountain Caps: Ebay, Bespoke Knitted Wire Word: Seventy Seven 84, Custom Hoop: Leo and Wilf.

I bought the main piece of furniture, the wooden dresser, from Mamas & Papas. It was the largest I could find and it really owns the space. I love that once Rex is older, we can just remove the baby changer top, and he can enjoy the dresser for years to come.

You may recognise a few things from my old flat. After moving into my boyfriend’s house, we decided that my much-loved Gray Malin leopard balloon photograph, for instance, fitted this room and the theme perfectly. The other art we chose to feature I either found on Etsy or on Instagram, having had some lovely artists and illustrators contact me; Tatiana Alida, Frances Costelloe, Rose du B Illustrations, and Jo Laing.

Lion Rug: Oyoy Living, Sea Shell Music Mobile: Cam Cam Copenhagen, Sunshine Cushion and Mountain Cushion: Scandiborn, Lion Cushion: Jungalow, Cot Bunting: Arnold and the Caterpillar.

Having found the perfect cot, I was determined to find the comfiest and safest bedding to accompany it. After a lot of research, I was set on Rex having the sweetest dreams on an organic, non-toxic and chemical-free Naturalmat mattress. Handmade in Devon, the sustainably sourced, natural fibres used are inherently breathable and self-ventilating which helps babies regulate their body temperature for a comfortable night's sleep. I then chose organic linen/cotton sheets in a honey colour pop from The Little Green Sheep.

Custom Wooden Baby Name Letter Blocks: Etsy, Lace-up Baby Boots: Each Peach Baby.

Photography: Claire Menary

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TLC Staycation: Beaverbrook House

With understandably most of our summer having been put on hold, it seems the frequently overlooked ‘staycation’ looks finally set to have its moment in the spotlight once we’re all out of lockdown. Luckily, we are spoilt for choice with so many gorgeous places to visit across Britain, and before social-distancing became the word on the street (or in the home, as the case very much was), I stayed at the stunning Beaverbrook House, a luxurious country house hotel, set in the woodlands of the Surrey Hills (a mere 18 miles outside of London).

Striking the perfect balance between cosy and opulence, I was able to completely zone out, enjoying their delicious restaurants (the Mediterranean Garden House was a true highlight), a much needed massage at the Coach House Spa (designed by glass architect Brian Clarke), and their truly elegant 1920’s-style bar, adorned with over 250 botanical prints and overflowing with Pisco Sours.

Other staycations recommendations of mine would include, Heckfield Place (Hampshire), The Pig (near bath), Artist’s Residence (Cornwall), University Arms (Cambridge), Thyme (the Cotswolds), Middleton Lodge (Yorkshire) and its worth checking out Kip Hideaways, a brand new membership site full of small, stylish and affordable rentals, from tree-houses to eco-cabins, designer apartments to coastal studios, all within the UK.

OOTD: 08.05.20

Summer ready in sustainable Belize gingham...

With a basket whose only current role in life is to carry my M&S Fruit Sherbets from one room to the next...

ALSO… Wihelmina Garcia’s Gold Daisy necklace is giving me aaaall the instant pick-me-up joy feels

Shop TLC’s Look…

OOTD: 28.04.20 (In Support of Age UK)

It was only a matter of time before the quarantine dungas came out... Consider my lock down complete!

I’ve recently upped my collar game with Troy London, who during these challenging times are donating 15% of all their sales to Age UK, the country's leading charity dedicated to helping the elderly, providing a support network for many of the UK’s vulnerable 2 million older people living alone in isolation during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

Earth Day 2020

In the 1980’s there were an estimated 1.2 million elephants in Africa, and the latest survey shows there are now around 400,000... A shocking demise which has occurred in my own lifetime, and the result of savage poaching and human/wildlife conflict. On this most poignant of Earth Days, I am sat here wondering; How many more years will I be visiting these innocent, orphaned victims?⁣ ⁣

Despite some recent gains in elephant conservation, the worry now is, that with the sudden, unexpected standstill in African tourism (an industry that provides millions of jobs, and sees large percentages of their costs go back into local communities and wildlife protection) a spike in poaching is likely expected with vital incomes being lost, and safeguarding wildlife becoming harder and more dangerous; Threatened and endangered animals may become the additional casualties of the pandemic.⁣ ⁣

Conservation groups are now calling on finance ministers to make the protection of nature a cornerstone of their Covid 19 economic recovery plans; Our most precious wildlife cannot rely on tourism and donations alone anymore - We need governmental commitment to both planet and wildlife preservation!! ⁣

Also - Please don’t cancel your safari, just postpone it... It is money you will never invest better - and it goes a long way to preserving, protecting and supporting some of our world’s most special ecosystems, wildlife, and people.

Head over to my friend’s pages at Ol Malo, House in the Wild and The Safari Collection for some travel inspo, to Space for Giants to join their #AHealthyEarth campaign, and to my sister, Claire Eastwood, an African travel expert, to get planning your future African adventures!

⁣ Then and Now: Both pictures were taken at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (major shout out to the full 80’s commitment of scrunchie AND terry toweling shorts... Strong!)

OOTD: 16.04.20 (In Support of Re-Engage UK)

Verified Pajama Party; Silk Pyjamas are the real ‘Going Out-Out’ of Lockdown Looks...!

Ridley London are donating 100% of the profits from their gorgeous new loungewear collection to Re-Engage UK, helping provide a support network for many of the UK’s vulnerable elderly living alone in isolation during the Coronavirus crisis.