Post Punk.

Dip dyed seem to be rapidly descending into being the 21st version of tie dye, but without the amazing psychedelic soundtrack. Anyway on this theme did anyone see Vivienne Westwood's models dip dyed nails....... uber fucking cute, I'm totally going to find away of re creating this at home!!

On the subject of good old Viv Westwood the lucky employees at Virgin are getting a uniform overhaul with these very 50's inspired air hostess uniforms designed by the Dame herself. Although I love this silhouette and any re design has got to be better than any of it's 90's incarnations, I am a little disappointed that its so fucking predictable, I mean come on Viv you were part of the Punk movement and now you are part of a re-design that makes women in this role look just how you would fucking expect them to. BORING.

Afternoon tea?

 

 

Told you I have been wafting through life looking like a granny from an array of different ages, today I'm 1940's to the absolute max, complete with headscarf and comfortable shoes! 

 

 

Todays accessories, I have never ever been a gold kind of girl but lately I'm really appreciating the tacky beauty of the stuff!

 

And since I'm dressed like a 40's granny I thought I would include this cute images of Tunnoks caramel biscuit things, a workmate brought them in for everyone. How bloody vintage in the packaging, the colours, the cute pic of the boys face, they are the most stylish biscuit. Afternoon tea anyone? 

 

Norman Parkinson

For some reason the last through days I have rocked dangerously between a prim 1940's look, inspired by Miss Marple and her glamorous ladies which I watched on Saturday (lol) and a 1960's air hostess kind of vibe. All looks have included hats. 


Anyway as I while away my week in a flurry of slightly odd vintage outfits, here is a documentary about one of the most influential fashion photographers of the last century, his career spanning over fifty years. As well as some very insightful interviews, this programme has A LOT of juicy vintage pictures from 30's fashion upwards. Amazing and a must see. 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01s40mv/Arena_aka_Norman_Parkinson/
Here is a few of his images to get you in the mood!

Stupid Rules.

Stupid rules have always really bloody angered me. For example, why are sequins or glitter only meant for evening wear? Logically something so reflective will be better appreciated in the light!!! Clearly there are many more slightly more serious rules that are so out dated, or just plan stupid, but when it come to you clothes don't be dictated too, whether its your apparent, age, gender, or social group that's trying to put constraints on your look, its up to you to ignore it and break free, you don't need permission!

It's going to be FINE!

It’s fine to only eat chocolate biscuits for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

It’s fine to shake your head in embarrassment in relation to something you have done yourself.

It’s fine to love The Muppets and sing the theme tune on a regular basis (oh… just me).

It’s fine to fall over/knock over a drink/walk into walls and pretend that it was pre-meditated.

It’s fine to spend two hours painting your nails, only to wipe them clean again.

It’s fine if someone asks for ID and you can’t remember how old you are.

It’s fine when on the phone to say “Got to go, I’m busy,” when you really just need a wee.

It’s fine to stick your tongue out like a 5 year old when an enemy walks away.

It’s fine to sit on the floor, staring at your clothes, half naked in hope that they will dress for you.

It’s fine to sit in bed watching TV until half 2 in the afternoon, before you do something productive… such as eating more biscuits.

Go kimono!

My obsession continues, check out the cute range they have in Snoopers Attic and have a laugh at how chuffed I look to be wearing a Kimono!

When you feel like crap.......

Everyone has those days, the ones where all confidence seems to recede like it was never there in the first place. Now I could go all emo on you now, but you know what really helps me when I have the blues? You guessed it -Clothes. Putting something on can instantly change your posture and body language. Just putting on your favourite colour lifts your mood, or even just a well loved item can be a helpful boost. As I am always ranting on-the basic message is never underestimate the power of clothes. Its a everyday visual statement. Make the most of it.

 

Basically florals seem to do a lot for me, and cute details, but although these are both vintage floral print dresses they evoke very different things, embrace variation!

I just got boring.

Its annoying, you cant be uber cool and inspired all the time, todays offering is rather plain. Do you sometimes get a massive Girl Crush but there style isn't even that complex or your normal taste? Its just every detail about them, like there nail varnish, lip colour, jewellery, hairstyle, smell, everything just oozes cool and inspiration!  Well I'm going to be pretend to be one of those girls today! by the way I'm wearing a rose sent from the body shop at the moment, Marc Jacobs, Daisy would be preferred but that will have to wait until funds allow!

This is me in my room! charity shop dress, with lovely chunky 90's style Topshop boots.

I have always loved big tacky gold chains (on the right people) I use to wear them as a teenager with granny dress's and get called a 'chav' like I would ever look chavy!

And.....relax.

I don't do relaxing, my boyfriend and friends force me into it, I have to admit relaxing just feels like not trying, meaning you will never progress, do anything with your life or achieve anything, I know not doing anything is the bloody point! Anyway I was persuaded today to go visit Lewes, tons of antique and flea markets as well as charity shops and cute coffee shops. So go me, I actually 'relaxed' and had a jolly nice day...... here is the outfit that went with it.

 

hand customized sunglasses...... available at Snoopers Attic of course! 

Told you I was relaxing, check out my random ensemble of 70's blue shirt, vintage sweater, urban outfitters leggings, DM's and crazy 80's leather jacket. 

AMAZING leggings, wanted a pair of space print ones for ever, and they are velvet! Everyone knows I have a fetish for velvet!

Hello Monday, goodbye weekend.

Hello Monday, boo hiss, here is a little reminder of the weekend.....life does exist beyond work. It's weird how utterly different you can make yourself look, just by simple things like hair and make up. This weekend I was totally feeling a 60's vibe, but seemed to end up looking rather harlequin and almost a little bit new romantic at times too. Nothing wrong with some completely varied references. Keeps things interesting anyway, so fuck it, it may be Monday but you can incorporate dressing up into your everyday routine, clothes are meant to be fun after all, go on wear something a little silly, laugh at it, as long as you still love it then you will carry it off.