What Sophie Said

Isn’t it a great feeling when somebody gives you a thoughtful gift, that you weren’t expecting and that you love? Well for lucky old me that’s happened twice in the last few weeks, so I’m feeling very spoiled! My university friend Anthea spent her Christmas in Germany, and a box arrived a couple of weeks into January… Inside was a gorgeous little packet of biscuits from her favourite German bakery, and a candle. The candle is a hand-carved wax in the shape of an elephant, and is made up of such beautiful colours that fit perfectly in my room. Then, less than a week later, I was reunited with my fabulous school friend Alex, who has spent her time since about August in Singapore and India (she’s rather a jetsetter). There are 5 of us in our ‘left over from school friendship group’, and Alex had got the four of us personalised gifts. The others received trousers, a bag, a scarf, and she had chosen me a clutch bag. She matched them so well to our tastes, although d...

Before school or work or any other commitments begin again tomorrow, I thought I’d post a few highlights and outfits from the festive season. I’ve loved reading everyone else’s, so thought I’d share some pictures here. Christmas week always begins in our house with Christmas drinks, which is so busy and fun, and this year’s was great. It was made even better because my team won the quiz… I’m wearing a River Island dress that my parents actually bought for me last Christmas. Christmas Day was traditional and family-filled and cosy and left us all with full tummies. These jeans have always been too small, but this month now FIT, and the blouse is from one of the Kardashian Kollections at Dorothy Perkins. The shoes are from New Look. As you can see, my sister went for the full on Christmas look… Boxing Day was another huge family gathering, and I opted for leggings with this neon orange H & M jumper, that I have been loving recently. Pr...