Monthly Archives: April 2009

If only Marigold were as good as choosing winning Lottery numbers, as predicting the Hell’s K sweepstake. Linda was a worthy winner – elegant, gracious and despite having played a lead role in one of the world’s mosts famous soaps, refreshingly ‘unstarry’. But one of the most surprising things about this series, the like of which often brings out the worst in people, was that there were some really decent participants, people you’d like to be your friend. I am sure there will have been lasting friendships made, most especially the final two. I don’t know what it is about Marco, who I must … Read More »

And then there were four. So who will go tonight? One of my pet hates these days is the way some people’s voices – usually young – go up at the end of each sentence, as if its a question. And Niomi, you fall into that camp! So Marigold’s sweepstake would be: 1st Linda – a great role model and a true lady2nd Ade – just makes me laugh and thats what girls really want3rd Danielle – lovely, but don’t think will get as many votes as the top two4th Niomi – has escaped by the skin of her teeth twice. Her turn now … Read More »

I don’t claim to have the insider fashion knowledge of my learned friend Cupcake, but I like to think I know what looks good. I believe some of the world’s best fashion is found in Britain, a lot of it on our humble High Street. I also don’t subscribe to the idea that everyone in Europe is effortlessly stylish – I’ve seen some pretty dreadful sights on holiday abroad and I bet you have too, but one thing I would acknowledge is that Europeans know how to dress for the weather.One ray of sunshine in this country, and everyone is out in their summer … Read More »

I’m totally obsessed with Hell’s Kitchen. Its compulsive, and no, it’s not the delicious food or even Marco ,who despite looking like Yasser Arafat, has given a whole new catwalk look to the humble tea towel. Its Grant and Anthea. ‘Granthea‘, ‘Grantheagate‘ or even plain ol‘ Mr and Mrs Bovey. Love them or hate them, and I’m in neither camp, they completely fascinate me as a couple. But are they really a couple? Clearly, they are devoted, but to me (cynic that I am), they seem more brother and sister, mother and son, father and daughter than just plain old Mr and Mrs. Anthea … Read More »

No doubt we’ll be reading about Barack and Michelle Obama’s visit to London for many months. Regardless of the result of the G20 summit, there will be comment about her clothes, her arms, his smile, their security, and no doubt, what it’s all cost the UK taxpayer. But comment aside, isn’t it just great to see two people so apparently comfortable in their own skin? And what better style accessory can anyone have than to appear relaxed and confident? But as a Marigold, I know all about that….