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Back to Bristol
Now that I’m living with my mum and dad in Bath, I’m finding it very hard to resist girly days out with my Mum. Yesterday, I gave myself a well earned day off and drove Mum to Bristol for a spot of shopping, coffee drinking and deli eating. I know I've only been living in Bath for a week but I have to admit I really am missing Bristol. I miss being in walking distance to my friends and I miss the Bristol buzz. Bath is lovely but it’s so different to Bristol.
Our day of shopping started in Clifton Village and The Arcade, a part of Bristol I love rummaging in. It’s changed since I was there last; there are some great new shops. I went into a gorgeous craft shop – I Love Crafty. It was full of lovely presents perfect for Mothers day but with my mum was in toe I couldn’t make any purchases. I’m pleased to say however that they have a website so I’ll be visiting it later today before it’s too late.
Next I walked straight into fab vintage shop Clifton Vintage Boutique (I took some photo’s but they really don’t do it justice – note to self – must buy a decent camera!!) and spotted a really cute, blue, floral fifties dress, I wish I’d tried it on now; my wardrobe could really do with an injection of this seasons florals!
After the delights of Clifton Village, we jumped back in the car and drove to Park Street to visit my favourite shop Whistles. I must have tried on half the shop but was lucky to have a very patient sales assistant. I was naughty and made a couple of purchases, a blue shift dress, perfect for Personal Shopping trips, and a high waist pleated skirt that fit’s like a glove and will slot seamlessly into my wardrobe. Being a pear shape I love this seasons fifties inspired skirts that are springing up everywhere.
On our way home we popped to Cribbs Causeway, and then home for a much needed cup of tea. It was a long day but really lovely. I’ll find it hard to resist more girly days out – and they’re a great excuse to go back to Bristol.
Whistles opens in Bristol!!
Park Street is home to Whistles’ first standalone store in Bristol. In a double fronted listed building, featuring the original exposed brickwork, seating area with vintage 60’s Danish furniture and suspended lighting - the new store is just fabulous! I asked Whistles what it was about Bristol that attracted them and Ellie Wilson simply said “we thought it was high time we opened a standalone store in such a vibrant and diverse city like Bristol”.
I’ve always had a soft spot for Whistles; I love their quirky, feminine style and attention to detail.
I spend every day persuading my clients to step outside their comfort zone, so I thought it was about time that I did the same to myself. If any brand can pursued me to do this, Whistles can.
Those of you who know me will probably say that I have an unhealthy love of anything black or leopard print. I wear other colours (sometimes) and love playing around with accessories, but black is predominantly the base of every outfit. Whistles’ edgy take on fashion suits my own style, so with a little persuasion I convinced myself to try something a bit different.... a denim dress and cute t-shirt with girly print. Both of which I ended up purchasing!
It won’t be long before I’m in the fab new playing around some more with my style.
Images thanks to Ellie Wilson
Whistles, 82 Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5LA