As its the new year, I can't help but reflect on various aspects of my life, do a bit of housecleaning, and go through the checks and balances. From moving my consultancy firm forward, investments, and of course the blog to getting a Great Dane and what to wear, there are many things that have shaped 2013 and will mold my 2014. 

Today I caught up on my Vogues (I was five months behind). August 2013 was where I started, and ended up fixated on Freja Beha Erichsen's cover feature. Cloaked in Celine's woven laundry-bag check print, I was reminded of how amazing checks are. Having lived in Scotland for years, checks had become special (magical), even finding a tartan that matched my my mother's family's name (they are Armstrongs). From history to culture, checks that looked like the bags sturdy African mothers would transport material culture or a story of a family's lineage all led Autumn/Winter's catwalks. Bold or Subtle, designers like Marc Jacobs, Celine Lanvin, Dolce & Gabbana, Suna, Emilia Wickstead and Tommy Hilfiger turned to checks for inspiration, and I've noticed.
Thankfully, some of our favourite brands have catered to this trend (way before it returned to the runway) with lovely check pieces that already have me compiling a new wish list, that I am sure will not make Mr P pleased...

HENRY HUNT Limited Edition Morticia Feather Dress, £482 | HENRY HUNT Faux Fur Collar, £52 | NICOLE ROMANO Triangle Geometric Hoop Earrings, $66 | iSANCTUARY Beautiful Green Necklace, $42 | KAYU Handmade Raffia Across-Body Bag, $244 | KELLY WEARSTLER Viktor Cuff, $197.50 | BEYOND SKIN Black Callie Faux Suede Heels, £59 | HENRY HUNT Hannah Sequin Pencil Skirt, £42 | HENRY HUNT The Tallulah Sequin Dress, £178 | THE ORGANIC PHARMACY Organic Glam Jasmine Eau de Parfum, £119.95 | SPROUT WATCHES Corn Resin Watch, $75

Last Year's New Year's post was a collection of ethical dresses, this year I thought it more important to inspire you with these amazing ethical investment pieces that will have heads turning and your soul churning. With Henry Hunt's Made in England statement apparel leading this list we only expect that your New Year's will be just as great as ours. Have a great New Year Everyone!!!