to dummy clip-ons and Petit by Sophie Schnoor added sequin waistcoats and leggings to her otherwise delicate cotton print range. Metallic skins for strappy sandals or crepe soled lace-ups still look modern for footwear too. There were some interesting

, painting, music, dance, and creative writing, as well as making a splash at the spectacular Laguna swimming pool.Celebrated for its exotic blend of East and West, Turkey showcases modernism mixed with bohemian mysticism. Best known as the dazzling turquoise

GrandHead to Morgans Hotel, Swansea’s grand boutique hotel located in the beautiful marine quarter with its sandy beach, promenade, children’s lido, leisure pool and museums. The hotel’s elegant traditional exterior belies the superbly modern

shame that labels are referencing the sixties despite the recent fashion for modern futurism from artists such as Pierre Debusschere, who disregarded referencing. However, geometric unisex silhouettes work very well when translated into kidswear. C de C

decorated in a variety of Liberty printed fabrics.A standout label at this years Kleine Fabriek was Kidscase, which despite this season's fixation with cyber nineties stuck to what they know best. Beautiful cotton slip dresses in a modern square print looked

, are certain to keep them quiet. The toy war this year is predicted by Amazon to be between Bratzilla dolls and Monster High -which one will come out on top? And is this the Barbie vs Sindy competition for the modern age? Aside from toys, there is a great

.Junior: Well, you and Tess are rearing prime babies. Maybe you should set your sights on a Beckham boy. VK: No, no, no, no, I’m not… As long as Phoebe is happy. That’s all that matters.Junior: Are you a thoroughly modern father or more traditional? VK: I try

won a host of plaudits for its fresh and delicious cuisine. Bangalore Express holds strong the same ideals of freshly prepared and tasty dishes, albeit it in a less formal setting than Chelsea’s smart Cheyne Walk. The décor is bright, modern

DINNER AND A movie. That concept might seem like an all too distant memory once you have children. But how about the modern new way of thinking? How about Sunday brunch, followed by a family movie? That’s  the offering at The May Fair Hotel

this book into a modern classic. Orphaned at the tender age of one, Dimanche, heir to a fortune, is taken into the care of the money-grabbing Valburga Vilemile. A brilliant introduction to the Gothic genre.Fear factor 7/10Crazy Hair by Neil Gaiman (Harper