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Shopping in Cascais

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 22:13:04 +0000

Sometimes pictures speak louder than words…

Buy Me

and Me

No, Us!

Us too!

There are some shopping experiences you can’t buy online. This little shop is in Cascais, Portugal, in case you’re wondering. The nice man behind the counter will happily talk to you about global warming, cooking and Porto while you wait for the rain to stop…there are chocolates on the counter too…

A company called Claus is reponsible for the soap and their unique art deco packaging.

If you’re ever in the neighbourhood, look for:

Á Antiga Portuguesa, Rua da Saudade no2 -2750-482 Cascais

Liberty Belle

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:37:49 +0000

From the freshly cut wildflowers at the entrance to the groaning wooden stair-case and Tudor facade, shopping at Liberty of London is a retail experience like no other.

The building iself was designed by father and son duo, Edwin T. and Edwin S. Hall. The Tudor style was a product of the 1920′s flair for all things Tudor-esque. The shop was constructed to sit within three light shafts that became the main focus of the building. Even today, when you enter Liberty you’re compelled to crane your neck skywards. Arthur Liberty, the store’s founder had advised the designers that he wanted the store to feel like you were walking around your own home. Each one of the light shafts was surrounded by smaller rooms to create a cosy feel. The original rooms had fireplaces and some still exist to this day. The ceiling lights produced the perfect surroundings for displaying Liberty’s plush quilts and woven rugs. The store’s latest edition, The Scarf Room is testament to the building’s clever planning. Beneath the heavy, rustic rafters, you can browse a light-filled hall of floaty scarves of every description – from Liberty’s trademark floral whimsy to the latest offerings from Givenchy, Matthew Williamson and Fendi.

Look out for: The commemorative plaques on the stairwell that remember the Liberty workers who lost their lives during the Blitz.

Flashing Neon Lights

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:53:59 +0000

Neon’s been knocking round the shops the past two years or so now…it’s been through the nu rave wave and back again. It’s been on hoodies, shoe laces and leg-warmers but now it’s time for neon to get serious. The best way? Team it with neutrals. Greys are magic. Charcoals and muted heather greys make neons really glow. The key to the trend is to keep the neons to a minimum. A day-glow yellow belt, a fuschia pink bracelet or bright orange tights really add a touch of interest to an all black or charcoal look. Take these shoes for example-picked them up in Office, Belfast. What a find. While I’m on the subject, Belfast is a great city for shopping and with the exchange rate as it is, Euro goes a lot further up north. Check out Victoria Square while you’re at it.