WHEN IN THE JAD MAHAL - Aladdin's swinging hang out!

The Moroccan version of Coyote Ugly!


I love a little theatrics where ever I go. Whether it is in the decor or in the product, it is fun to have that little bit of drama.

In the heart of the Hivernage in the modern town of Marrakech there is a place that makes Aladdin's palace look so shabby and bare. You walk into a little courtyard and you enter the regal double doors. You see a glass garden, surrounded by low tables covered in candles and ornate pillow chairs.

The Jad Mahal has a mix of cuisines ranging from Moroccan to french, to sushi and much more. Let me walk you through your night at the Jad.


You sit down and order. You tuck in to your meal. You feel relaxed and you are taking in the beautiful surroundings of this great hall. At around 10pm the lights start to dim and you hear the music getting louder. Suddenly out of the darkness women come out with large trays on their heads with tea pots and candles. They sway in and dance around your table getting you in the oriental vibe and suddenly once again you are surprised by a string of gorgeous belly dancers who pull you up from your seats to dance. It feels almost as if you are taking part in an ancient Moroccan ritual of dining.

The girls towards the end of the of the dance move into the glass house in the middle of the room and perform a beautiful routine that creates this lit illusion from within the palm leaves. And then, as if nothing had happened the lights go up and the music dims and you sit back down to finish your meal.

Once the meal is complete you head to the back of the restaurant to the bar where a stage has been set up and the crowds begin to gather. There is a live performance almost every night with music that starts as rock and roll soul to pop and 80s disco with an Arabic twist. Glouie musicians come out at the end to get the oriental vibe pumping and all is I can say is - The Moroccans know how to get their groove on!

when I’m dancing at the Jad
tomorrow doesn’t matter
turn the music up
til the windows start to shatter
cuz it's the only place who can get me on my feet
and I can’t even dance



for more info see:
10 Rue Haroune Erracid

WHEN IN 50'S STYLE - Look at me I'm Sandra Dee!

Sandra dee before she had the makeover! 




I do like a little bit of vintage but what I like more is to copy vintage. Everywhere you go there is vintage inspired clothing as we take a piece of it to inspire our new creations. Grease is a classic and is always being revived-  Sandy and the Pink Ladies sure have some swagger!

Skirt from Zara
Clutch from Marni
Shirt from Reiss
Shoes from Robert Clergerie
Bag from Jill Sander
Scarf from Butterfly Soulfire
Watch bracelet from Spitalfields Market
Necklace from Bodrum Market



Look at me, I'm Sandra Dee
Lovin all the clothes I see
Won't go to bed 'til I'v totally spent
On clothes all of my money! 

WHEN IN METALLICS- Iron woman!

Bring a bit of bling

I'm not saying dress head to tow in pure silver- you don't what to look like a very badly dressed rapper but there is nothing wrong with adding bling to your outfit. I personally love to wear metallic shoes with a plain outfit and then a hint of metal in rings or a cuff. Try it out and see who you can outshine!


gold
always believe in your soul
you've got the power to know
you're indestructable
always believe in,because you are
gold

WHEN IN GEOMETRICS - Geometry is so much more fun!

Deconstruct- Reconstruct 

I love weird and wonderful shapes in clothing. Anything with angles. Instead of a plain T shirt why not wear something asymmetric, or a deconstructed jacket. If you are really tempted try weird and wonderful heels!

Jacket from Zara

Shirt from Complexgeometries 

Shoes from United Nude

Bag from Bottega Venneta 

Ring from Rachel Roy

Geometric and that everyone's smile

Geometric with that cool city style

A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees

Geometric if you please

WHEN IN BACK TO SCHOOL - Straight A

How to make sure you Ace School! 

Let's take preppy to another level. Instead of a white shirt let's go for navy and pleated. Don't go for a typical blazer - try to find something a little avant garde. With that in mind, the brogue is a perfect preppy shoe and it has been reinvented in so many ways. 

Back to School 
Shirt from COS
Blazer from COS
Necklace from Marrakech
Shoes from Jeffery Campbell 
Bag from Kipling



When the teacher rings the bell 
Click your heels and run like hell
Don' forget to grab your bag
with all your lipsticks, sweater and hat


teacher teacher I declare
I have a lesson I want to share
Is the trend black or is it white?
Oh my god its preppy alright! 

WHEN IN BOHO - Boho me up!

A When in Fashion moment 

Get the Boho look
Jacket from Wrangler Jeans
Top from FL
Trousers from COS
Shoes from Creatures of Comfort 
Scarf from All Saints 
Necklace from Bodrum Market 

I like to mix up the traditional hippy way of doing things a little bit of the tailored trouser, mixed with a boho styled top, a vintage inspired jacket and a pair of wacky modern shoes and something special to wear as an accessory. Try this out When in Boho chic! 

Boho  baby
Bo Boho baby
Bye, bye, bye baby
Do-dah do-day
You gotta get that Boho style today

Boho baby
Bo Boho baby
Bye, bye, bye baby
Do-dah do-day
Boho is fun and A OK!

WHEN IN MARNI-Will you Marni me ?

The essence of Great Style 

I thought I would dedicate this post to a brand that in my opinion embodies the essence of great style and innovation in fashion.

Marni is one of those brands that is the height of luxury. Beautiful colour schemes, eye catching fabrics and incredible styling - this is my favourite designer.

I am the kind of gal that will save up, pocket money and all,  so that I can go and buy something really special from Marni. It usually means I can buy a small piece of jewelry but it gives me another excuse to go into one of their avant garde stores.

However no matter how small the purchase is, it never fails to get attention. My first buy was a pair of earrings from Bisceter village ( an amazing outlet ). They have this autumnal feathery look to them and they go with anything making any outfit spectacular.


There is this essence of 60s swing in Marni's design but it never fails to modernize its creations.
Marni takes elements of key trends every season and produces something different. A line pencil skirts in  sheer fabrics, fitted waistcoats in retro prints, over sized bags in patent leather and architecual shoes Marni never fails to impress. It re invents its brand by collaborating with young modern day artists such as Gary Hume, who produces artwork similar in style to Marni's style and colour blocking. Hence a great way to bring the brand to the 21st century of cutting edge art and fashion.

So at the end of the day, Marni is one of those special brands that will always have a special place in my heart and my wardrobe, and I will continue to fill my life full of Marni.

Marni makes my world go around
My world go around
My world go around
Marni makes my world go around
It makes my world go 'round.

A mark, a yen, a buck, or a pound
A buck or a pound
A buck or a pound
Is all that makes my world go around,
That wonderful colour and sound
Can make my world go 'round.


for more info see: 
www.marni.com