Afternoon Tea at Harbour on 6th

Afternoon Tea 

at Harbour on 6th

Are you looking for the best afternoon tea in Southampton? If so this is a favourite place of ours to go for lunches, dinners, coffee & mocktails (cocktails when we used to drink) we have been to parties & events and the food and drink is delicious!

We had a voucher gifted to us by my sister at Christmas so decided it was time to use it while we has time without the children, for a champagne afternoon tea. The sandwiches were divine and the cakes were delicious! We actually had to take lots home as we were so full and couldn't finish them all, so they kindly gave us a box to takeaway anything we wanted. 

We had these amazing scones (definitely cream first then jam by the way)

Harbar on 6th is inside Southampton Harbour Hotel on the 6th floor, and they also have The Jetty which is the restaurant on ground level, all overlooking the beautiful marina with some fabulous yachts! It is in Ocean Village, Southampton. If you get a chance I highly recommend a visit. I am yet to use the spa or have a stay here but my parents have and said it is one of the nicest places they stay.

Let me know if you do ever visit and what you think!

Alexis x

Cute Spring Dress 

BARGAIN

So I have found a gorgeous spring dress, and I love it so much I brought it in two colours! This is perfect styled casual with pumps (I wore my Tommy Hilfiger flats I posted about previously) or you could jazz in up with some high heals to make it the perfect evening attire.

Pea green dress- click here

I love the classic simple look and I think the softness and colours of these dresses create the perfect casual look, just add a belt & style with your favourite bag.

This is the cream version I have, I am yet to wear it but I shall share with you when I do!

Look forward to seeing more of you in this dress! Tag me on instagram if you do purchase!

Alexis x

Spotlight- Saint Laurent Sunglasses

Saint Laurent 

Sunglasses

Treat for me recently purchased are these gorgeous Saint Laurent sunglasses. I usually go for large slightly round/square framed glasses but have been after a cute sleek pair and I'm hoping this will do the trick. 

Black sunglasses- click here

They also come in a leopard print too if you fancied mixing it up a bit. 

Leopard sunglasses- click here

I think these will be a staple piece for my accessories and perfect for summer!

Let me know if you do grab a pair or anything similar and what you think.

Alexis x

Shopping Edit- Coffee Machines

Coffee Machines

Hey, I hope you are having a fabulous start to your easter holidays! The weather isn't that good for us sadly, so lots of rainy weather activities shall be planned! Starting with investing in a decent coffee machine...

We have always had one of these 'pod' coffee machines which has served us well, however now buying ALOT of coffees we have decided to invest in a good Delonghi coffee machine. I have had a few friends use some different models and have narrowed it down to these...

Delonghi Eletta Cappuccino Top

Shop here

This has a button function so you can just click what coffee you require, it also can have a separate milk froth spout so you can control the temperature extra easy and froth the milk separately instead of in the milk container as shown in the photo. Limited stock left they may have some used ones available to buy with even more savings. 

Delonghi Eletta Cappuccino 

Shop here

This seems a great coffee machine, same as the one above but slightly cheaper, this one doesn't have buttons but has a touch screen to select which coffee you are after. It also only has the milk container and doesn't have a separate spout for you to froth milk separately. Great as a cheaper alternative. There isn’t many in stock so be quick, they may have some used ones still available saving even more.

Delonghi Primadonna Soul

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This is one of the more expensive ones (and possibly the one Im steering too) The touchscreen is more of a smart feature, and has a larger litre capacity. I like the look of this one!

Delonghi Dinamica Plus

Shop here

Same as above but has a different touch screen option. Doesn't have the separate spout to froth milk. A good priced coffee machine though. 

I haven’t done as much research on the Sage ones below but these also come highly recommended!

Sage the Barista Express Impress

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Sage the Barista Express 

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Sage the Barista Touch

Shop here

Shop on Amazon here

Happy coffee shopping!

Alexis x

 Classic Children's Camel Coats

Hi lovelies,

I just wanted to share this fabulous find from Monsoon- matching beautiful coats I purchased for the children. 

The girls coats have a super soft faux fur collar which is also detachable, making it perfect to dress up for family dinner outings or you can make it slightly more casual without the faux fur for everyday use.

For link to the girls coats click here aff link

Bustle Back Bow coat with faux fur collar- Camel

For Cassius I purchased the camel pea coat which I am hoping to get Jaime a matching coat (yet to find) and it makes him look so smart and so cute. 

For link to the boys camel coat click here aff link

Double Breasted Peacoat with hood- Camel

I think these coats are just absolutely stunning and create a beautiful English classic country look which will be worn for years to come.

Alexis x

Zadar- Croatia

Z A D A R   &   C A M P I N G

Croatia

Our first stop when we made it to Croatia was near Zadar. We stayed at a fabulous campsite called Falkensteiner Camping Zadar. 

It was a great Campsite and perfect for the kiddies as had a huge pool with waterslides and was right on the beach. Girls had a morning at the kids club making pizzas which they loved, and they got to eat when they had finished. It had amazing ice-cream too! Lovely few days spent here.

We also got to see out friends who have been traveling for a while and made it to Croatia just before we got here.

We ventured into the main town called Zadar via taxi which was about a 7 minute drive and very cheap. 

Little taxi ride to this town to see the Sea Organ which are steps made into the sea so when the waves go over they play music. It was a very pretty sound although quite busy and had a massive cruise ship next to it (Jaime rode there the morning before at 6am and said it was empty and he got a video which was so much more peaceful, but glad we saw it. 

Zadar is a very pretty town with a lot of the old historical buildings and architecture, which is my favourite thing to see. 

We all got an ice-cream but it was so hot Tahlias melted straight off and fell on the floor before she could get a lick (the nice lady gave her another) and then Sienna's did the same bit luckily she had eaten a fair bit 

We were only here for a few hours as was very hot and unless you want to shop we had seen all we needed so went straight back to the pool to cool off.

It was a very beautiful start to our 5 week summer travels. 

Alexis x

Afternoon Tea at Chewton Glen & Karen Millen Dress

Afternoon Tea at Chewton Glen 

& Karen Millen Dress 

I recently went to one of the most beautiful afternoon teas at the Chewton Glen.

This was my first time going there and I’m definitely wanting to go back to explore more and stay for the night. I have always heard excellent reviews of Chewton Glen and the afternoon tea didn’t disappoint!

Chewton Glen is a luxury country house hotel & spa based in the New Forest. 

I wore this beautiful Karen Millen dress which sadly isn’t online anymore, paired with nude So Kate louboutins, small Gucci belt, nude YSL bag, nude & gold butterfly detail headband from our trip to Venice and my cream H&M coat I purchased recently.

Link for H&M cream coat Click here goes out of stock very quick so set an alert for your size to come back in stock.

Always looking for more recommendations for places to visit for afternoon tea so let me know your favourites in the comments and il try and check them out! 

Have a lovely week,

Alexis x

Spotlight- Tommy Hilfiger shoes

Tommy Hilfiger 

shoes

So I have come across these beautiful Tommy Hilfiger ballet flats which I think are perfect for spring/summer. 

Pointed Toe Monogram Plaque Leather Ballerinas

Pointed Toe Monogram Plaque Leather Ballerinas

Looking forward to these beauties arriving and I will share on my Instagram what they are like. They are 100% leather and I think will look fabulous with a flattering, floating summer dress or a pair of blue denim jeans & a blazer.

Link for shoes click here

Alexis x

Cute Spring School-run/Busy Mum Outfit

Cute Spring Outfit

School-run/Busy Mum

 I am a creature of habit (and comfort) 

Why fix something that isn't broke...?

Oversized T-shirt & Cycling Shorts set- Sand

Oversized T-shirt & Cycling Shorts set- Khaki

I purchased this Boohoo outfit in 3 different colours and I love them. 

Great for spring time as a busy mum of four, something quick and easy to chuck on for school runs, casual brunch or perfect as that comfy airport outfit when flying off to some warm and sunny tropical destination.  (off to book a holiday, any holiday) They fit extremely well (Im wearing an 8) and I have to say the feel and quality is excellent.

Link for cute coord sets click here 

These are selling out quickly so get running ladies!

Alexis x