Paris Fashion Week

by Amanda // March 9, 2018 // Comments off

So, Paris Fashion Week just happened. Here’s a little catch up on my favourite designers’ new collections and their shows. SAINT LAURENT A huge spotlit box appeared to have landed opposite the Eiffel Tower. Inside, yet more lights, and a... Continue reading →

The Fendi Western Boot

by Amanda // March 9, 2018 // Comments off

Howdy Ladies and gentlemen, y’all grab your partner by the hand. It’s with great pleasure we invite you to spend the next 10-or-so seconds gazing upon these western works of art. ‘Western Cowgirl’ is going to be huge this summer... Continue reading →

The Silent Killer

by Amanda // March 9, 2018 // Comments off

The “silent killer” claims the life of 11 British women every day. FOUR in five women are clueless when it comes to the warning signs of ovarian cancer. While most of us know to look for a lump to... Continue reading →

… a word from the Editor & Blogger

by Amanda // March 1, 2018 // Comments off

It’s March! Supposedly “spring”. My house in London was quilted in a blanket of soft fluffy snow, followed by slurry and treacherous ice. It looked beautiful against a backdrop of blue skies, sunshine and heathland, but it’s utter hell trying... Continue reading →

Ibiza’s Newest Sunset Strip Member Hotel Wi-Ki-Woo

by Amanda // March 1, 2018 // Comments off

Gifted with the infamous Balearic sunsets, which are at their most remarkable in San Antonio, Ibiza, Hotel Wi-Ki-Woo is the newest member of the Ibiza Sunset Strip. It opens on 17th May 2018, and we got the heads-up from Hotel... Continue reading →

The Belt Bag

by Amanda // March 1, 2018 // Comments off

I’ve always hated the bum bag or fanny pack. Reminds me of overweight Middle Americans walking around Disney world with their traveller’s cheques and hotdogs. It has been in existence for ages and is only really acceptable for market traders... Continue reading →

Heels Boutique: What To Wear & Where To Go This Spring

by Amanda // March 1, 2018 // Comments off

Travel Map: Where to go & What to Wear this Spring The sky is grey, we’re still muddling through at -4 degrees in some parts of the UK and nobody is feeling their fabulous selves. If you haven’t already been... Continue reading →

… a word from the Editor

by Amanda // February 23, 2018 // Comments off

Welcome to this instalment of Amanda Zips It Up. Spring is in the air and the days are getting longer again. I think now is the best time to take up a diet and exercise regime – not January 1st,... Continue reading →

The Queen At LFW

by Amanda // February 23, 2018 // Comments off

Last week, I touched upon the importance of the Frow. This week, London Fashion Week took place, and the Queen was right there in the FROW. No, not Vogue editor Anna Wintour – the ACTUAL Queen of England. Anna adorned... Continue reading →

The Return Of The Perm & Cardi

by Amanda // February 23, 2018 // Comments off

So you think I may have lost the plot, I’m guessing? If you’re imaging a wet-look poodle frizz with a frumpy cardigan, then imagine again. The curl is back in demand , with salons adding perms to the menu right... Continue reading →