A Vinted Rabbit Hole, Some Irregular Choice Shoes and Making Do

Lisa Newport

Published on: 23/09/2026

From Vinted bargains and too-big dresses to the shoes I’m still not ready to part with, I’ve been thinking about making do, dressing for joy and why what we keep or let go of has far more to do with how we feel than style rules.

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Pink Chiffon, Navy Jumpers and Who Gets the Deciding Vote

Lisa Newport

Published on: 16/09/2026

A hot pink peignoir, a navy jumper and seven Diva Delves conversations have got me reconsidering Unsausaging, shoulds and who really gets the deciding vote in our lives.

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The Suitcase I Hope I'll Never Need

Lisa Newport

Published on: 04/08/2026

Salty chicken, a wardrobe clear-out and a suitcase full of ‘just in case’ clothes got me thinking about the habits we carry for so long they quietly become part of our identity.

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The Cheer-Up Hat, a Rosebush and Nottingham's Favourite Mister

Lisa Newport

Published on: 29/07/2026

A weekend of Pride, friendship, changing priorities and tiny Squish Spots that made me notice how much easier life feels when you stop forcing what no longer fits.

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