Fun Fact of the Day!

I was named after

Jessica Rabbit

My mother pregnant. 

Irnoning.

Watching the cartoon classic

Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

 with my Dad.

 What about the name Jessica?

I like it.

And that was that.

They did right.

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My Favourites in Pictures

Lie-ins 

A totally guilty pleasure but now that I have finished University and I therefore have no work to do, I feel more relaxed both mentally and physically. The longer I lay inside the warm haven that is my bed, the more I drift in and out of sleep. I am very nocturnal and can stay up all night as I generally don't enjoy sleep so late nights mean late mornings spent in bed!

Eating 

I literally think about food 99% of the day and that's not an exaggeration. I adore munching on a giant bag of Salt & Vinegar crisps, or better still Walker's Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli, devouring an entire plate of mashed potatoes and gorging Italian or Indian feasts. I love pasta, covered in spicy tomato sauce, oriental noodles or chicken dishes from Wagamama. Vegetarians look away now, because there isn't another culinary delight on earth quite like a juicy, hot steak. 

Bloody Mary Cocktails

As someone born without a sweet tooth (I could easily give up chocolate) this delicious red cocktail is the perfect thing for me to sip or rather, devour. Savoury and spicy with lots and lots of Worcester sauce, a dash of Tabasco, seasoning and a spurt of lemon juice (top tip), it tastes simply delicious. Even better with celery or salty crisps. 

Thinking about where I want to be

Not just what place I would like to be holidaying now, but career-wise too. The fashion industry is a hard one to get amidst of but I am remaining positive that where I am using my skills at the moment will be for the long-run.

Playing with our adopted kitten (which is leaving today)

Sadly, four kittens (3 male tabby and 1 black female) which were born at my Dad's garage at work, lost their Mother at six weeks old and so they came to live with us to nurture, feed and love. The remaining one is the girl (who I named Treacle) and is very playful, energetic and loves to run up and down the hallway. But today she is going to a new home and I actually think we're all going to miss her.

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LOVE it.

For a couple of weeks now my Dad has been re-decorating our bathroom (it's looking great- cream tiled walls, large cupboards and a big glass shower, although there is still a lot to be done) and today he has been working away with his iPod for company, listening to his music (a mixture of soft rock and alternative bands- The Jam, Joan Armatrading and Elbow...) and one particular song, which is one of his favourites (mine not so much)- Dancing in the City by Marshall Hain. Although, on looking at the album cover, the song of which is part of the Guilty Pleasures compilation CD's, I really loved it, instantly reminding me of a shoot entitled Distracted in the androgynous issue 4 of LOVE magazine.

Superbly styled with a glossy finish, it is expensive and professional looking even with the fun, interesting idea/poses and bright colouring. It's seriously amazing and certainly one of my favourites. I would recommend buying a copy of the issue (covered by Kate Moss and transsexual model Lea T) if you haven't already, just to lust over this shoot and to, as I do, cherish it- it takes pride of position on the top of my magazine stack amongst the issues of Wonderland, ELLE and 10.

Similar in styles- both are glossy and very, very sexy and the finish is something quite beautiful.

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Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

After a discussion at the dinner table tonight about who was the most attractive English beauty on viewing the new Lancome advert with Kate Winslet, it got me thinking about my choices and who others think. My sister was adamant that it is Kate (she is utterly stunning, an amazing actress and the English Rose), although Thandie Newton sprang to my mind and I'm completely in love with Emma Watson. My Dad didn't know who Thandie was and as for the other names I thought to be the most stunning; Victoria Beckham, my Dad didn't agree and Keira Knightley, whom I loved with short hair, my Mum strongly disagreed (think she has a problem with that exaggerated pout of hers) but who do you prefer?

Or is there someone else?

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BACK FOR GOOD.

Wow, it's been a while since I have posted anything on here! It's just I have been so busy, what with work experience during the middle of last month and back to Uni at the end. Plus, a birthday, christening, family move-in and my Dad's return from the Himalayas were all crammed into one hectic weekend.


And, the not-so-sweet icing on the cake...


...loss of the world wide web. Oh, the horror!


But it's back and finallllllly I can share with you a little snippet of my fab week at Tatler magazine.




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This week, I have been...

This week I have been reading In Cold Blood by Truman Capote...

Wow, what a compelling read. It can only be described as devastatingly brutal, exceptionally well written and both beautifully and poignantly descriptive. Absolute genius.




...Eating red meat and drinking red wine...

I know, I know- it sounds like a heart attack waiting to happen but the leftover sirloin proved to be too tempting every time I opened the fridge. The perfect accompaniment to a glass of fruity redness. I hadn't drank it often whilst away on holiday, as it was all about the cocktails, but since I've been back in English terrain I feel it is the best (almost wintery) treat.
And when a kitchen disaster turned into stew- homely, filling, bubbling deliciousness, I also couldn't resist a bowful (or two) of that, to warm me up.


What do you like to drink on a rainy day?


... Watching old Friends episodes...

These never get old and when the weather outside is all doom and gloom, wrapped in a duvet with a cup of tea and the dog, watching the gang get up to their old tricks is what you want to be doing.


What re-runs do you like to watch?


...Listening to Stereo Love by Edward Maya & Vika Jigulina...

Although not everyone's cup of tea, I love this summer tune with it's dancy and repetetive beat. Eveytime I hear it, I just want to be back in a foregin climate to dance the night away...


What was your song of Summer 2010?


 ...Wearing floral dresses and flip-flops...

Yes, it's been raining and yes, I have been curled up on the setee for what seems most of it, but this week I have vowed not to wear jeans, a jacket or boots.. it's not winter just yet. All the more excuse to show off my tan before it begins to fade before my very eyes!


And finally... learning how to use the SLR camera...

I have been driving everyone mad with the shutter clicking and flashing lights of the camera every second trying to get a good shot of everything in the house. I have had little success, but with a Dad who's obsessed with all things digital, I'm sure it will be no time before I start to learn the art of great photography.




Stay tuned for more pictures coming soon...

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