Three London Exhibitions to Visit Now

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The Barbian: The Vulgar : Fashion Redefined

Despite its previously negative connotations, the exhibition challenges our premeditated associations with the word and how it could be more closely interlinked with beauty, rather being a definition of bad taste. Vulgar was stigmatised as the ordinary, over accessible and the shared, yet the collection invites you to explore the meaning and opens your eyes about how the term could coin even the most precious items. Designer's input help to narrate the exhibition and adds depth to the controversial term, Stephen Jones suggests how "it puts spice in everything I do" and how "the Vulgar and the fashion have to keep an eye on each other." The definition in a sense is a puzzle, and it is a definition I am sure will change in your own mind after experiencing this gallery, prepare to be hit with a wave of a new meaning.

V&A: You Say You Want a Revolution? Records and Rebels 1966-1970

Immerse yourself into the late sixties; embrace the music, fashion and cultural impacts that have shaped our society. Featuring fashion icons like Twiggy, music legends like Jimi Hendrix and influential power leaders like Martin Luther King, it allows you to leave a buzz of adrenaline from the hippy movement, whilst notably inspired by cultural changes. The retro styling is inspired and energised, with vinyls that adorn the walls, Pop Art prints that scream for attention and admiration and videos that bring into essence the zeitgeist of the times, the exhibition in it self is an experience, and an exceptional one at that.

V&A: Undressed: A Brief History of Underwear

Explore an alluringly seductive timeline of history's underwear as the V&A brings to life a narrative of women who have moulded their figures with various contraptions to appear as the 'perfect woman.' In association with L'Agent Provocateur, the upstairs of the exhibition is certainly sexy, however, the downstairs is startling, with horrifying x-rays of how corsets crushed a woman's ribs; and displays corsets with alarmingly minuscule waists, measuring at a tiny 48 centimetres, when the UK average 12 is 71 - it provokes a notion where you're glad you don't live in that era. One thing is prevalent, how ever-changing the definition of the 'perfect' woman switches and how fashion must adopt to represent the new ideal. Out of the three collections this is my favourite, with mesmerising appeal and insightful documentation, it is absolutely worth the visit!

Let me know what you think!

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All Checked Out

Plaid ruled the catwalk for AW16 with the likes of Calvin Klein, DKNY, Victoria Beckham, Jason Wu and Coach illustrating beauty in it's simplicity with linear, structured prints. Now with fall finally arriving I'm in my element, modelling checks in my favourite form - an oversized shirt, perfect for autumn! I'm naturally drawn to monochrome, it's a look I abide by time and again, a classic, an addiction. Therefore, when tempted into my favourite store, Zara (of course!) and saw this shirt, my card was already at the counter supplying this God of a retailer with my unfortunately small bank balance... Any regrets? Hell no!

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Shop the look here

Healthy, Yummy Snacks

I aim to lead a healthy, active lifestyle but every now and then I need a tasty snack to get through long days at University or work. However, finding snacks that are both yummy and good for you has always been something that has proved a problem for me.

Whilst I am a great lover and renowned addict of dried fruit, I have always been cautious of the high sugar content in store bought products. However, I am excited to reveal my new delicious and very healthy recipe that solves all my worries. These tempting apple crisps are low in calories, easy to make and best of all so heavenly; they're purely apple so it can't get any healthier than that!

My Recipe:

2 Red apples, (Pink Lady's are best!)

1 Juice of lime

Smallest shopping list ever right!?

1. Preheat oven to 125'C

2. Peel apples

3. Slice finely

4. Place slices spaciously on metal trays lined with greaseproof paper

5. Cook for half an hour and then turn over

6. Cook for another half an hour and then from oven if all moisture has been removed.

7. Keep in an air tight container and enjoy!

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An Addictive Breakfast

Breakfast is my favourite meal of the day, I have a sweet tooth and I'm one of those people who wake up and is instantly hungry; but we have busy lives and unfortunately, that doesn't always allow us the time to make the yummy food we want to. However, my new addiction 'Nice cream' is a harmonious solution, it's quick to make, delicious and healthy! 

 My Recipe:

2 x Small Bananas

1 x Handful of Frozen Mixed Berries

100ml x Alpro Coconut Milk (Vegan) or Skimmed Milk

Chia seeds / Berries / Dedicated Coconut to top

It's a small list of ingredients with simple instructions to follow:

1. Slice your ripe bananas (brown spotty bananas are best), place into freezer bags and leave in the freezer the night before.

2. In the morning blend together your frozen bananas, frozen berries and milk together - This is the most time consuming part, you'll have to blend a bit, scrape the sides, re-blend etc, until nice and smooth.

3. Once it becomes soft, lump-free nice cream scoop into a bowl and decorate! Today I added Chia seeds so I could take advantage from all of their health benefits - they're a great source of protein, Omega-3 and fibre!

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I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do and if you feel like experimenting swap berries for peanut butter, add different tropical fruits or add Whey Powder if you're looking to hit the gym.

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Happy eating! 

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London Fashion Weekend

London Fashion Weekend, a biannual highlight that is eagerly anticipated in everyone's fashion calendar. An event that exhibits the most exquisite and alluring designs of the season, an event at which also calls for designer shopping... just watch my card enter my overdraft. 

For you that didn't get to attend the Saatchi Gallery on this occasion here's a summary of the trends you need to embrace now - Student finance comes in soon right!?

A Velvet Affair

It flaunted a gorgeous autumnal colour palette of burgundies, emerald green and true red making this a true winter runway. This seductive fabric made a powerful statement in the opening show, making this a trend you must purchase for the season. It adds drama to day wear and is a perfect way to assure for glamour after dark and it is in the stores right now, getting shopping!

New Look Lace

Lace is normally romanticised but London Fashion Weekend unveiled lace with a more graphic and edgier attitude with a Victoriana spin. Opt for oversized, dramatic sleeves, high necklines and modest midi lengths as a way to be on trend this season. 

Winter Florals

My favourite trend of the day, showcasing gorgeous embroidery, floor sweeping gowns and dramatic prints. It's summer florals remodelled, swapping whimsical prints for striking blooms with startling attitude. 

I'll post a high-street edit for you all soon lovelies x