Midlifechic - The thinking woman's style blog

Back To School for Teens – a stylish way round it

6 days ago by Midlifechic

I know, there wasn't supposed to be a post this week but just as I was about to log off for our holiday, one last interesting opportunity dropped into my Inbox. But this time it wasn't for me, it was for the boys which made such a...

So long… farewell… auf wiedersehen… for now

2 weeks ago by Midlifechic

So finally we've made it - our long awaited holiday is in sight. I can't tell you how excited I am at the thought of having all of my boys to myself for two whole weeks, I'm going to treasure every minute. The housesitters are bri...

A weekend at Thoresby Hall, what we did (and what I wore)

2 weeks ago by Midlifechic

So you may remember that a few weekends ago I mentioned that Mr MC and I were heading off for a couple of nights on our own. We'd been invited by Warner Hotels to spend a weekend at Thoresby Hall and it was a real treat. As you kn...

Make-up that doesn’t melt in the heat – tried and tested

3 weeks ago by Midlifechic

I initially decided to do this 'make-up that doesn't melt in the heat' review in anticipation of our forthcoming holiday but with the sun continuing to blaze down on us in the UK, I've had perfect testing conditions at home. You s...

6 great summer reads and a competition winner

3 weeks ago by Midlifechic

We don't often talk about reading on here and yet as so many of you know, it is one of my biggest pleasures in life. Some people say I read a lot. I just counted for this post and I've read 27 books so far this year which is almos...

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A late summer holiday capsule

4 weeks ago by Midlifechic

As we reach the tail-end of the summer sales, stocks are running low and autumn styles are suddenly appearing. There are only a few brands you can turn to if you still want to buy a late summer holiday capsule and one is JD Willia...

Bag boutique flash sale and my summer plans

4 weeks ago by Midlifechic

At last, we've nearly arrived at High Summer which for many is the chance to step aside from the treadmill or at least set it at a slower pace. This is the last week of grind in our house. The youngest is already on holiday and th...

Spotlight on John Lewis – a virtual afternoon in store

4 months ago by Midlifechic

Please note that this is a sponsored post in collaboration with John Lewis. As such, links are affiliated and upon purchase, a small commission may be paid to Midlifechic. The retailer pays so this costs nothing to readers but i...

Spotlight on Inès de La Fressange at Uniqlo SS18 – EXCLUSIVE

6 months ago by Midlifechic

At last it feels as though Spring is really on its way. As always it's heralded by one of my favourite posts of the season - Inès de La Fressange at Uniqlo SS18. We've been given an exclusive preview again. Before I show you the c...

Hush Christmas Edit – join me for a virtual evening at John Lewis

9 months ago by Midlifechic

Hush Christmas Edit. Christmas started for me with a bang this week when I went to do a talk for Hush at the “My John Lewis” shopping evening on Wednesday. My brief was to pull out my favourite Hush pieces and discuss them. So, I ...

Spotlight on the relaunch of Issa at House of Fraser

11 months ago by Midlifechic

So, as you will already know if you follow me on Instagram, last week I was invited to celebrate relaunch of Issa at House of Fraser. The venue was Kensington Palace which, of course, is where William, Kate and Harry all live. It ...

Spotlight on Inès de La Fressange at Uniqlo AW17 – for women and men

12 months ago by Midlifechic

So we're kicking off Autumn 2017 with my favourite post of the season - the launch of Inès de La Fressange at Uniqlo AW17. It is live now in the UK and launches at 9pm ET in the US (although be prepared - it launched an hour earli...

Spotlight on Specsavers – new specs appeal

1 year ago by Midlifechic

As a break from the summer sale madness, today I thought I'd talk to you about my new glasses. I've been aware that I need some for quite a while but, in the same way that some people dread going to the dentist, I dread the optici...

The return of the trouser suit to your working wardrobe.

1 year ago by Midlifechic

It isn't often that I dedicate a whole post to a single outfit but then it isn't often that you are approached by a brand like Winser London and invited to choose a special new outfit. It was easy for me to make my choice, I wante...

Spotlight on Baukjen – sunny days and nights

1 year ago by Midlifechic

I'm very pleased to be working with Baukjen again today. You may remember that they were the first of my brand Spotlight Posts back in February and this time they've sent some of their Spring / Summer 17 collection for me to revie...

Spotlight on linen and denim at Uniqlo

1 year ago by Midlifechic

Happy Friday everyone. As we count down to the Easter weekend I'm hoping you can feel that Spring is in the air. Today I'm reviewing Uniqlo's new collection. As you already know, Uniqlo is a brand that I rate very highly. One o...

A skincare régime tailored to summer – does it make a difference?

1 month ago

Heatwave – what I’ve been wearing in and out of the office

1 month ago

Last minute summer holiday buys – and a luggage saving tip

1 month ago

The Boden sale summer 18, gift ideas and a brainteaser

2 months ago

Midlife and the turning of the generations – plus what I’ve been wearing

2 months ago

2018 summer sale edit – where to find the best bargains in each category

2 months ago

Holiday dresses for hot summer nights

2 months ago

New bags in the Midlifechic Boutique

2 months ago

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Midlifechic: Back To School for Teens – a stylish way round it https://t.co/9YJ3areidS https://t.co/6B5XhfQvAI
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Midlifechic: So long… farewell… auf wiedersehen… for now https://t.co/4zW1QjM20B https://t.co/c2aEnfIwI3
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Midlifechic: A weekend at Thoresby Hall, what we did (and what I wore) https://t.co/IP34EmGzgZ
15 days ago
Midlifechic: @elliq Beautifully written and (having seen both collections) I’d say she’s absolutely right. To be featured in September @MidlifeChic!
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Midlifechic: Make-up that doesn’t melt in the heat – tried and tested https://t.co/vy2XwOQhXV https://t.co/q5RKPglXXC
19 days ago