I was going to call this post: Wearing Vintage in a modern way. But, as I thought about it, I had to acknowledge that none of the items in this outfit are actually “new-season” or particularly modern.This look is a real mixture of Vintage and just plain, old clothes!We don’t always need to be breaking the […]
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It may come as no surprise to you when I say that I LOVE shoes!I’m not going to try and deny it.I’m certainly not ashamed of it. I could look at shoes all day long.I could talk about them for hours. BUT… does the fact I love to talk about shoes (and clothes) make me stupid? Many
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This post is the second in a series called the Ping Pong Posts. See the first post here, with details of how this project came about and how far these clothes have travelled. This time Anna, Ann and I are styling a shirt dress.Easy peasy.Right? Well… I have to admit that I struggled with this
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Red and black aren’t very ‘summery’ shades are they?But, they are the perfect colours for a smart work look. The professionalism and ‘pulled together’ feel of black.The powerful and confident vibe of red.Add a neutral (and emotionally impartial) colour like grey, and you look like you mean business! BUT,How can these colours work during the warmer months?
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I’ve dug my yellow trousers out of the ‘Put away for winter’ bag and I’m so glad to see them again.Hello sunshine legs! blue band jacket yellow trousers whats See these yellow trousers in action… There’s nothing quite as spring-like as a dash of yellow, is there? {See more yellow in the form of my spring-chicken jumper HERE…
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Mixing patterns without looking like you got dressed in the dark. I was reading a blog post recently which had compiled a list of “Worst fashion fails”. Many of them I agreed with; Leggings worn as trousers and PJ’s/Onsies in public, for example. But, I could not agree with one: Mixing patterns. I love mixing
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I’m no good at lying.Of course, I give it a go now and again but anyone who knows me will tell you that I have a face like an open book.I’m pathetic at poker, liar dice and anything that requires a ‘bluffing’ face. If you ask me a question I’ll blurt out the truth before my brain switches on.Friends
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Welcome back to The fab 40’s. The fab 40s Dress Like Princesses. Erm…Really?! {Yes, That was my initial reaction too.} When this month’s theme was announced I thought…..What?! My youngest daughter thought it was a great idea.My 12 year old rolled her eyes and said… “Oh Mum…please don’t embarrass us!” This month it was Sheela’s turn
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Brights, Stripes and New Shoes! Brights, stripes and sports luxe are three spring trends that I am loving. The designer brands have some amazing pieces, and I am crushing on a little bit of Alexander Wang, Phillip Lim or Isabella Marant.But, sometimes it is (almost) as much fun creating your own look, from some well
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Pattern mixing, using a subtle palette of colours. Wearing a pinafore (bib) dress without looking like you are trying too hard to be ‘young’. I am not somebody that wants to look ‘younger’. I have been young (haha, obviously) and although it has it’s major benefits..such as the ability to party all night and still
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