Sunday 29 December 2013

MeetMyWestwood

...Occasion...
...The Wardrobe's Rummage & Plunder Vintage Sale...

...Situation...
...Searching for the best vintage bargains...

Stepping into the Old Town of Hastings is a creative rollercoaster ride of experiences. With a select few vintage shops now lining the historic Hight Street, The Wardrobe Clothes Agency is a gem that has always sparkled the brightest for me. Having twirled away with my heavy vintage stain prom dress a good 5 years ago now, I eagerly await their 'Rummage & Plunder' sales, where each & every selected garment is a steal at £10 a pop!...



...Reflections of red [Spot me in the bottom corner!]...


...The shoes & bags selection ranges from Tods to Chanel...


...Vintage posters line the walls & chandeliers hang from the ceiling...




...The Hastleons get their super-speedy rummage on...


...The Wonderful Wardrobe...


...Two of my bargains of the day...
...Faux-ostrich leather jacket...
...Draped wet-look Vivienne Westwood dress...

...Coming Next...
...Vibrant fine-knit Christian Lacroix cross-over back dress...

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Friday 27 December 2013

MeetMyFashionableFestivities

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...Occasion...
...Blustery Boxing Day walk...

...Situation...
...Dressing toasty for a windy winters walk...

Living in a town of quirky traditions, this wasn't a day to take boxes of gifts round to the houses of friends & family for us! A sunny stroll on the beach is perfect to stir the appetite for Christmas feasts & a spot of "traditional" Hastings brussel sprout 'conkers' for afters! With my Mum also looking extra chic for a walk on the beach, I thought she also deserved a fashionable mention...





...My Outfit Recipe [Let's take it from the top & break it down]...
...Long red coat - Vintage, Manchester...
...Black & white floral & bird print sheer chiffon shirt - Topshop...
...Geometric brocade cropped trousers - H&M...

...Accessorize my Life...
...Wool cat ear hat - Next...
...Hand-knitted black scarf - *ChristmasPresent*...
...Penguin gloves - *ChristmasPresent*...
...Grey frilly top socks - Calvin Klein *ChristmasPresent*...
...Burgundy pumps - Converse...


...MeetMyMum...


...Wool camel over-coat - Aquascutum...



...Burnt Orange embellished dogtooth wool scarf - *MadeByMe*


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Thursday 26 December 2013

MeetMyFashionableFestivities

...Occasion...
Christmas Day 2013!

...Situation...
Dressing up all sparkly & special for the most awaited day of the year, but comfortable enough to fit a turkey & all the trimmings in!

Christmas is the sparkliest time of year & as being a metallic magpie, I say embrace it! Limited to what treasures I could pack in my Christmas trunk to go home for the holidays, sparkle was lacking...but that soon turned around! Opening the wrapping to reveal this beautifully delicate & decorated Alberta Ferretti top, my wishes were granted & my Christmas outfit was completed...



...My Outfit Recipe [Let's take it from the top & break it down]...
...Ice blue chiffon top with beaded & plastic layered embellishment - Alberta Ferretti *ChristmasPresent*...
...Black brocade cropped trousers - H&M...

...Accessorize my Life...
...Keeping it simple...Gold & Black geometric watch - Jasper Conran...


...Festive Feet...

It's that time of the year when if you don't cover up your feet, your toes might just fall off & get mistaken for a piggy in a blanket! So don't just dig out any old holey socks, make a subtle statement through the most Southern piece of your outfit by filling your stockings with festive footwear!


...Black socks with white lace trim - *MadeByMe*...
...Brocade cropped trousers - as before...


...The cutest penguin socks ever - Christmas present from a friend...


...Flock polkadot tights - H&M...
...Black & gold geometric watch - as before...
...Pocket watch pendant - Pearl and Queenie, Hastings Old Town *ChristmasPresent*... 

...Merry Christmas Everyone...


Tuesday 10 December 2013

MeetMyLondon

...Occasion...
Open day at The Royal College of Art

...Situation...
Dressing for a 5 hour coach journey & then a full day in the Capital

...Waking up in Whitechapel...

...Tartan is a key trend for A/W'14, as worn by Ella...

...Working what effects the winter winds have on our hair!...


...Fashioning the backpacks!...

...Lots of layers...


...My Outfit Recipe [Let's take it from the top & break it down]...
...Long red coat  - Ryan Vintage, Manchester...
...Camel & black detailed wool cardigan - Vintage...
...Winter floral skirt - Charity shop (originally from Next Petites)

...Accessorize my Life...
...Angora black cat hat - Next...
...Heavily embroidered hand-woven cream wool scarf - Kutch, India...
...Gold skull & cross bone necklace - Pearl & Queenie, Hastings...
...Polkadot flock tights - H&M...
...White lace frilly socks - *MadeByMe*...
...Burgundy pumps - Converse...

London can be a tiring place, with hustle & bustle, business men & lots of shopping! That's exactly the reason I opted for comfy converse & lots of light layers for our little trip to a big city. With Ella & I both channelling the festive colour of the season, different trends are apparent. Tartan can re-vamp a look through an appearance on any garment & maxi overcoats add a beautiful big bang of block colour during the shorter days...


...It's always good to end on tea...