THE RITZ-CARLTON NEW YORK, CENTRAL PARK: LUXURY ON CENTRAL PARK’S DOORSTEP

The old-world charm which The Ritz-Carlton is famously known for greeted us on our arrival as a family, after our 7 or so hour flight from London. The handsome 19th century limestone façade towering over Central Park was a sight for tired eyes as we approached the welcoming doormen complete with top hats who immediately…

KANDIMA MALDIVES: WELCOME TO THE NEW MALDIVES

After a busy year, I came to the conclusion a girls’ trip was in order with my mum and my one year old, Ava. We decided to stay somewhere tropical where we could relax by the beach and Ava could swim and play in the sand. I have always had the Maldives on my bucket…

CYBEX EEZY S TWIST: THE NEW CITY STROLLER WITH A TWIST

The great thing about living in London is the abundance of events and sights to take in, from spending the day at the Natural History Museum to wandering around London Borough Markets. However, as with most busy and bustling cities, they are also filled with narrow streets, congested roads and busy transport routes and not a…

By: Lux Mumma September 20, 2017August 8, 2018 Lux MummaBritish, Children's Fashion, Classic Childrens Clothing, Fashion, featured, Liberty Print, London, Mummy Blogger, Olivier Baby & Kids London, Rachel Riley, Traditional Clothing, Wild & Gorgeous2 Comments

BEST OF THE BRITISH: CHILDREN’S DESIGNERS WITH A CLASSIC TWIST

Considering the history of British clothing, you will find that it has always been synonymous with bespoke tailoring, classic cuts and unparalleled quality in the choice of fabrics used. This trend also lends itself to children’s clothing and there is nothing more elegant and smart, than dressing your little one in traditional children’s attire, which…

By: Lux Mumma June 7, 2017August 3, 2018 London, Parenting, Pregnancybaby, birth, birth story, featured, labour, lindo wing, London, newborn, parenting blogger, parents, Pregnancy, pregnant, st mary's hospital9 Comments

GIVING BIRTH AT THE LINDO WING: MY STORY

When we discovered we were pregnant my husband and I quickly decided on private obstetric healthcare and engaged the expertise of an obstetric consultant, this was primarily due to the fact we were after continuity of care with access to private facilities and no wait time for appointments, check ups or rooms. Our consultant who is based…

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No 38 The Park: A Quintessentially English Country Retreat

By: Lux Mumma July 19, 2019July 20, 2019

Holidays, TravelCheltenham, cotswolds, english countryside, Fine Dining, gloucestershire, luxury hotels, luxury travel, no 38 the park, pet friendly, pittville park, Prithvi, travel blogger, travel england, travelling with kidsLeave a Comment

Located within a ten minute walk to Cheltenham town centre and opposite leafy Pittville Park in the Cotswolds, lies No 38 The Park. A charming restored Georgian townhouse with a warm and welcoming exterior. The first thing I take into account when staying at a hotel are the details, therefore I was thoroughly impressed when…

LUX MUMMA SERIES: HAJIRA RANA

Our new Lux Mumma series will feature inspirational lux mummas from across the globe. In this exciting series, I will find out a little more about inspirational women from various industries and backgrounds, entrepreneurs to CEOs, who all, also happen to be seriously luxe mothers. In our second feature we chat to my good friend…

Lux Mumma Series: Holly Anna Scarsella

6 TIPS FOR SERIOUSLY THICK HAIR

By: Lux Mumma June 3, 2019June 4, 2019

Shop, StyleBeauty, beauty blogger, hair tips, haircare, hairstyle, mason pearson, silk, silk pillow cases, tangle teezer, thick hairLeave a Comment

I have always received comments on the thickness of my hair from ‘Are you wearing extensions?’ to ‘We need to charge you extra, as your hair is sooo thick’ hence I sometimes get overcharged for a simple blow dry as my hair requires ‘extra time’ for styling. I understand it’s partly genetic, however it is…

10 THINGS TO DO IN NEW YORK CITY WITH KIDS

We recently visited NYC with our very active toddler and we had a great time exploring the many sights and sounds in this unforgettable city. We were pleasantly surprised with the great range of activities on offer for families. So with this in mind, I thought it would only be fitting to share a list…

Our London Travel Diaries: The May Fair Hotel

By: Lux Mumma April 15, 2019April 29, 2019

Holidays, London, Lux Mumma, Travelfamily friendly, hotel review, London, London Hotels, luxury hotels, Luxury hotels london, Raddison, Staycation, The May Fair Hotel, travel blogger, travel review, travelling with kidsLeave a Comment

Living in London we sometimes forget the amazing sights and activities on offer particularly for families in this bustling city. When the opportunity came to review The May Fair Hotel located in the West End of London, we packed our weekend bags and checked in to London’s most exclusive postcode. Located in the heart of…

SHOP MY MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

By: Lux Mumma March 26, 2019March 27, 2019

Lux Mummagift ideas, Gifts for Her, luxury gifts, mother's day, mother's day gift ideas, mothers day giftLeave a Comment

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I thought I would share a few of my favourite gift ideas for Mother’s Day. A curated selection of luxe items for your mum, nana or grandmother. JO MALONE LONDON Honeysuckle & Davana Duo CHANEL Metal Gold & Black Brooch HARRODS Champagne Trio Hamper FENDI Black Velvet Wallet…

A Luxury Family Retreat: Hotel Metropole Monte Carlo

Monaco is a sovereign city state located on the côte d’azur, which has a relatively small coastline with a 3.83 km stretch. Known for its annual F1 Grand Prix, luxury shopping and grand Casino de Monte-Carlo many may argue it wouldn’t necessarily be the first place to consider as a family friendly destination. However, after…

FIFI AND FRIENDS: GENTLE SKINCARE THAT YOU CAN TRUST

Close to two years ago now, when we became parents for the first time; in the first couple of weeks we only used water applied with cotton pads on our daughter’s delicate skin as advised by our obstetrician at our hospital. Then the time came to find a gentle and effective baby skincare regime to…

CITY GETAWAY: EXPLORING ZAGREB WITH KIDS

By: Lux Mumma February 18, 2019February 18, 2019

Holidays, TravelBritish Airways, City breaks, City Escape, croatia, discover croatia, Europe, travelling with kids, zagrebLeave a Comment

We recently travelled to Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia, for a family weekend getaway during February. A modern metropolis which also has a medieval history prevalent in the old town. Visitors can enjoy an urban getaway coupled with traditional architecture and Croatian hospitality. With this in mind, I thought I would share five family…