Doing The Twenty-Twelve Charleston...

So, I've been invited to a 1920's themed Birthday party in the new year and have been searching high and low for the perfect outfit. My first thought was to go all out antique and hunt down a true vintage piece. Alas, my budget will never stretch that far so I've been doing a spot of online research, all in the name of dressing up you understand. Not wishing to to channel bad taste, overpriced fancy dress, I decided to take matters into my own hands and put together a look of my own, taking inspiration from this lovely lady. This stuff is so glamourous, it never goes out of fashion...

Nude shift dress, £124. ASOS.

Bodycon fringe dress, £75. Topshop.

Deco clutch, £22. Accessorize.

Beaded flapper dress, £295. Tasty Vintage.

Shift dress, £95. Tasty Vintage.

Beaded alice band, £12. Accessorize.

Frill dress, £25. ASOS.

Beaded vest, £45. River Island at ASOS.

Beaded clutch, £30. Accessorize.

Silk lace dress, £365. My Vintage.

Beaded dress, £65. Rokit.

Beaded collar, £22. River Island.

Beaded shell top, £55. Rokit.

Fringe dress, £45. Rare at Topshop.

Have yourself a very vintage Christmas...

Hey everyone!

I trust you're all well and totally immersed in the Christmas spirit by now?

So, it only took over two months but my laptop  is back up and running, just in time for me to compose a festive post. In true holiday style, it seems only right I go out of my way to bring you the best in vintage winter warmers.

Wishing you all a very merry Christmas and a very happy 2012! See you on the other side! xxx

Purple mohair sweater, £18. Beyond Retro.

Christmas sweater, £35. Gigi Vintage.

80's oversize cardi, £40. Rokit.

Dotty sweater, £18. Beyond Retro.

Angora sweater, £30. Gigi Vintage.

Checked wrap over cardi, £20. Rokit.

Brown oversize cardi, £20, Beyond Retro.

Candy cane sweater, £35. Gigi Vintage.

 Stripe sweater, £20. Rokit.

Exploding into Autumn...

Hello vintage lovers. It's been a while, I know!

My word, time has just flown by. And all I have to show for it is several new vintage handbags, a number of scarves, yet another pair of sunglasses and...no, that's all the shopping I intend to own up to for now.

I've been so busy these last few months that blogging (amongst other things) had to be put on hold. So, after a few technical blogging difficulties, I'm very glad to be back.

This time, it's the return of my favourite vintage website Gigi Vintage. Their A/W '11 collection is the best you'll find on the web in my opinion. Gigi does vintage with effortless cool and just a sprinkling of much needed geek-chic.

Want further proof? Check out this lot for vintage va-va-voom...

Aztec oversize cardi, £30.

Stripe blouse, £20.

Cape dress, £35.

Checked dress, £35.

Studded Dr. Martens, £65.

Escada mohair jumper, £30.

Leopard print leggings, £15.

Faux fur jacket, £55.

Pleated midi skirt, £22.

Peter Pan collar dress, £35.

Poncho, £38.

Printed midi skirt, £25.

Sheer blouse, £25.

Tapestry bag, £18.

Tiger print tee, £22.

Tribal shield ring, £8.50.

Sunny Side Up...

One thing I've learnt about myself the last couple of years is that I Love sunglasses. Here's the collection as modelled by er, me...

H&M clear perspex. The newest addition to my collection which go with pretty much anything. Plus, they make me look damn cool.

Possibly channelling a bit too much Mrs. Beckham in these 70's style pair from Accessorize. More for when I'm feeling a bit 'bling bling'.

Primark and loving it. Cute with a skirt outfit for some reason, possibly due to the floral aspect.

Classic Topshop cool. These look amazing with a black blazer, white tee and a classic black handbag.

Very 70's glam, very Topshop and very fun. Or funny looking. I can't decide.

Another from the Accessorize archives. Good for hiding all number of sins and a great to compliment to the humble maxi dress.

Yup, another Primark pair. Perfect with the old t-shirt and jeans combo.

Everyone must own a pair of aviators. Laid back. Classic. Amazing. This Accessorize pair are my best friends when nothing else will do.

Holiday hopefulls...

These days, holiday shopping needn't be a hassle. Especially with one stop holiday shop Style Passport on the scene. Not only does this luxe-look website stock everything you'll need on your hols from platforms to panamas, it also breaks everything down into categories. So whether you're going to the city, the beach or the country, this site will find it for you and even tell you how best to wear your new purchase and how to care for it. Stick with these few must haves this summer and you won't go far wrong...

Straw bag. £159, Antik Batik.

Backless playsuit. £85, Paolita.

Glitter clutch. £250, Anya Hindmarch.

'Penelope' maxi dress. £212, Ella Moss.

Ballarinas. £115, Bloch.

'Maryelle' 50's style bikini. £207, Diane Von Furstenberg.

Throat chakra charm bracelet. £86, Daisy Chakras.

Panama hat. £60, Ecua Andino.

'Mimi' platforms. £289, Georgina Goodman.

Supa-Skinny jeans. £60, Monkee Genes.

Breton tee. £44.50, Petit Bateau.

Wayfarers. Ray Ban, £120.

Flip-flops. Havaianas, £22.

'The End of Love' tee. £56, Zoe Karssen.