Get out the umbrellas!

I never really think about umbrellas. They are the poor little lonely essentials left in people's hallways. They are there because they have to be, not because we really welcome them. It doesn't make sense? We value our other practical items such as our wallets and handbags. It's all about the bag! So why not the umbrella? In fact an umbrella is a make or break key item to your 'look' the cherry on the top really. So after the rain in Cape Town I've decided...... bring on the umbrellas.

Here's Darling in Florence. I love a red umbrella.

Umbrellas can roll with the times as well. Just look at these lovely ones made from recycled bags. Very green of them.

As for these lovely ladies! I am surprised Paris Hilton hasn't discoverd yet another object with which to use her face.

Bling! Hate this photo, wish they could have shot it more amazingly. But imagine a little sparkle whilst heading out to the ballet. I secretly want this very badly. I found these little treats on www.iwantoneofthose.com (warning, you can go crazy on this site, and might not ever recover)


Now for the stylish......... how beautiful are these umbrellas. From the UK of course. Come on Cape Town get with the brolly side of things.

I think this one is my fav. You?



A bit Austin Powers for me, but maybe nice if winter makes you depressed.

Quite lovely. Could work with Chanel.

How is this one! Biodegradable. Quite sensational.

This umbrella is known as the 'best umbrella in the world' Go to www.classicluggage.com Very smart indeed. Think Darling would appreciate this one.

Usher used it in his cover of Gene Kelly's singing in the rain. Of course he would, only the best for our Ush.

* A note from the crafty sisters.

Remember in today's finacial climate it is no longer acceptable to be reckless.

Your possensions should earn their keep, most of them now having to serve dual jobs. Take the umbrella for instance - well it is bone idol for the majority of the time. Well, that simply won't do.

Why don't you use it as a beautiful light for a fun soiree. It really can make for an intimate atmosphere and really does look very pretty.