Party in the Courtyard

I think that Covent Garden has to be one of my favourite areas for shopping; the shops are the perfect mixture of independent and high-street, the crowds are not quite as stressful as Oxford Street and you're never too far away from a cupcake.  I'd first stumbled upon St Martin's Courtyard a few weeks ago by accident, seeing a nice space to escape the masses with Jamie's Italian in the vicinity.  I was delighted to be invited to their Garden Party along with a few bloggers for the perfect summery day in London.

Regretfully didn't get my face painted, doesn't Lucy look amazing?!

The courtyard was a visual treat with much of the shops and restaurants getting in the spirit offering champers, guacamole tasting and competitions.  The event wasn't unbearably busy, with a nice chilled crowd (including a nun) drifting in and out to watch the fashion shows on offer and to make use of the free activities.  I had my silhouette cut out by a very kind man and can't quite imagine how you can produce something so accurate in about a minute.  I also popped into Cos with Daniela and Elisabeth and may have made an accidental purchase that you might be seeing in some of my Berlin posts. 

We were treated to a delicious lunch at Bill's; I loved the cluttered surroundings full of jars and bottles.  Thanks to Lauren for looking after us so well!

Very natural and totally un-posed pic featuring Kirsty, Lucy, Jazmine, Daniela, Elisabeth, Sherin and Amy, watching the fashion show

I wish more events like this could happen within the streets of London as most things tend to get out of hand and a bit stressful in the busier areas like Regent Street.  I really enjoyed spending time with all of the bloggers, drinking Pimms and having a quick peek in shops like Jaeger and Barbour  (whoever knew there could be so many variations of waxed jacket).  I can’t wait until I have a job so I can have a proper shopping day there!

Shirt - Weekday

Dress - Amacord Vintage

Belt - Charity Shop

Socks - c/o Tabio

Brogues - Office

 Photos - Jazmine

Another day, another dress.  Whenever the nice weather appears, I bring out all of my clothes deemed 'too summery' for the rest of the year to make the most of them.  I shortened this dress maybe a little too much and with hindsight wish I'd kept it at more of a midi length, but never mind.  This shot was taken by the colourful gates of Hyde Park after a quick look at the Royal College of Art exhibition, which I managed to catch in the nick of time.  It's situated in leafy Kensington and is the perfect location for my future home, now who can lend me £2 million?

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