The Friday Five #4

Sketch

I attended an event for a new launch from Phyto this week (more on that soon) and it was held at Sketch, London, one of the most beautifully bonkers restaurant in town. I snapped this pic on the way to the loos which are thee coolest johns to do a twinkle. The main restaurant is all kinds of interiors inspo, I mean would you just look at those tiles. 

Braid brigade

I'm in a weird phase with my hair - I haven't relaxed it since last July and it's at an annoying transitioning stage 1/3 teeny weeny Afro, 2/3 straggly relaxed ends. I needed a solution to stop me from crying while styling every morning so I asked my very talented big sister to do me two chunky braids and I LOVE them! It's so easy in the morning now and I keep them neat by wearing my headscarf at night. I think I might film the process next time for my YouTube channel.

Netflix fix

I love finding out tv schedules so that I can have an excuse to not go out (I swear my parents have a way better social life than me) and Netflix releasing their 2016 schedule has got me all hot and bothered. First of all Unbreakable Kimmy Schimdt is BACK! The happiest show ever is returning to Netflix for a second season! Hallelujah! We have to wait until April though which kind of sucks. Also very excited to watch Love which lands on the 19th of February, created by Judd Apatow, which sort of looks like it has the can't-not-watch awkwardness of Girls. 

Keep it Simple - Raleigh Ritchie ft Stormzy

Greyworm has been my earworn this week (I can't tell you how proud I am of that sentence, guys). Seriously, if the toe-curling cold has been getting you down, pop this song on on repeat whilst commuting. Close your eyes (only if you aren't walking/driving/cycling) and imagine you're cruising down a country road on a warm summer's day with the windows rolled day, sun on your face, hanging with your favourite peeps. THIS IS WHAT THIS SONG DOES TO ME. It's musical sunshine.

Acne Studios Shearling Jacket Appreciation Overload

All my feelings for this Acne jacket have gone into overdrive this week. I neeeeed it - if anyone has seen an amazing dupe please tell me so I can purchase immediately if not sooner. 

The Friday Five #3

New Year. New Kicks

What better way to start a brand new year than with a pair of box fresh trainers? Every time a pair of Stan Smiths past me I would look at them longingly but then remind myself not to be a sheep – then, then I joined the flock. I like to convince myself that I’m totally different because mine are ALL white and I haven’t seen anyone with those yet…

Making a Murderer

If you haven’t heard about this show yet, where on Earth have you been? It’s the real life case of Steven Avery and his conviction of murder, which was made without any DNA evidence and a single witness statement from his nephew with learning difficulties. He was falsely accused of sexual assault previously and spent 18 years behind bars before DNA proved him innocent. If you have access to Netflix (literally, befriend a neighbour if you have to) you need to watch this series and then let me know what you think!

The Carpet Coat

My ma bought me this huge thang from Zara for my birthday and it’s the softest thing ever. It’s massive and warm and when you wrap your arms around yourself it feels like you’re hugging a cloud. The only annoying thing is that it has no zips or buttons or belt so when it’s windy it’s like you’re in the Earth Song video.

The Coconut Latte from Starbucks

I don’t usually like posting negativity but you guys this drink sucks so hard! They need to rename it the CocoYUCK Latte. I tweeted about it and then the Daily Mail used my tweet (along with others) in a feature about how basically everyone hates it. Do not waste your money – you’ve been warned.

Being a tourist

Showing someone not from London around my city is one of my favourite things so I loved it when I got to take Sazzle (my work buddy) to Westminster for an event on Thursday. Her face when she saw Big Ben and the London Eye up close was just the best. It just reminds you not to take it for granted because London is pretty awesome.