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All That Jasper. September 2012.
Dear Rowley, One always knows London Fashion Week is upon us when a disproportionate number of tragic cases are to be found tottering up the Strand in asymmetric neon bobs, off-the shoulder chiffon, lederhosen, knee-length socks and platform brogues…and that’s … Continue reading
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The Bowes Museum. August 2012.
Dear Rowley, Rather a lot to catch up on since the escapade to Newcastle upon Tyne so apologies for the radio silence. Were you finally seduced by the Team GB (why not Great British Team?) gold rush at the Olympics. … Continue reading
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A STATE VISIT MAY 2011
Dear Rowley, Isn’t The Queen on a roll? HM triumphed at the Royal Wedding, rocked it out in Ireland and showed President Obama how it’s done at the State Dinner last night. It is heaven to see the Grand Duchess … Continue reading
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Marvellous Millinery 17th May 2011
Dear Rowley, Glorious tintonabulations, my BBC partner-in-crime at Royal Ascot Suzi Perry flies in this morning to start a marathon of fittings with designers and milliners for this year’s Royal Meeting. Suzi is quite simply one of my favourite people … Continue reading
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