I'm very excited about two things this week, the first one being my eBay shop. I have just purchased my very own dress makers mannequin, I've really wanted one for a while now, I just think they give your pictures a much more professional look and the amount of time it's going to save me is of course a huge bonus.
I've also been collecting lots of vintage pieces and customising various items over a past month, including a gorgeous velvet peter pan collar skater dress (inspired by the Alexa for Madewell dress) that I can't wait to show you.
Once my mannequin arrives (bought on eBay) I'm probably going to spend a couple of days holed up in my bedroom taking pictures ready for the grand unveiling, I have a huge pile of old, new, vintage and customised pieces just dying to be in some ones wardrobe.
The second reason for my excitement is that I'm going to Amsterdam in a couple of weeks for my friend Stacey's 30th Birthday, I really can't wait, but there is a downside to this. I've had to set myself a strict no spending rule for the rest of the month in order to pay for the trip and actually have some money to spend once I get out there.
You may think not buying any new clothes for a month is easy, but not for me. Ever since I got my first paid job I've been a shoppaholic, fortunately for my bank balance I'm also a serious thrifter and general bargain hunter otherwise I'd probably be homeless by now.
This outfit is my favourite out of the collection I photographed at the weekend because I love everything about it, the muted tones, the oversized chunky sweater and the tan boots and wooly tights combination.
I'm not really sure about the hat though, I just don't think hats suit me, I've been back and forth on whether I should buy the H&M bowler hat as I've seen it on so many other blogs and it looks so lovely but I just don't think I'm a hat person.
Before I 'sign-off' I just wanted to mention that I've not had the best week this week for various reasons, but your lovely comments have kept me smiling and it's been so lovely to see so many new followers.
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Outfit Details
Black Chunky Knit Sweater - H&M - £14.99
Beige Shorts - Thrifted - £3
Tan Leather Belt - H&M - £7.99
Black Knitted Tights - Primark - £2
Fedora - Lanzarote - £5
Tan Lace-up Boots - Peacocks - £25
Total Outfit Cost - £57.98
xxx
52 comments:
Love your outfit. I can't wait to see your shop. Have fun in Amsterdam.
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nice outfit,ive been wanting a mannequin for ages..on my christmas list!xx
i dont think hats suit me either but i have a bowler hat and i live in.. i say buy one:)
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gorgeous outfit! those shorts are so nice. x
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Super cute outfit..love your hat..and cant wait to see the pics!
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wow i love mannequins but they can be expensive!
Your outfit is fab :) x
I actually do like the hat. I am like you, very thrifty. I like saving money for trips too. Have fun in Amsterdam!
Amsterdam will be so good at that time of year and I think the hat really suits you! Hope your week is getting better!
cute hat and congrats on getting your mannequin. Oh and have a blast in Amsterdam
Thanks for the comment you left on my blog :) This outfit is soo cute and deffo something I would wear. Im guessing your English because I saw some of the clothes were from Primark and Peacocks :) two GREAT shops :) Xxx
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Sorry to hear you've had a bad week :( Hopefully it'll get better!
I really like the hat on you :)
Have fun with your mannequin, I kind of wish I had one =),
Totally love your outfit it loos so cozy and cute =)
I'm sorry you haven't been having the best week. I hope that changes soon! Your mannequin sounds amazing. I have a big rod-iron one purely for decoration because I have an odd little fascination with them, haha. And your outfit is lovely! The boots are my favorite. I think the hat looks cute on you!
Yay, congrats on the shop! Love bowlers no matter what! Have fun in Amsterdam!
Okay first off, LOVE this outfit. You look great in those shorts.
Second, I've always wanted a dress form! I can't wait to see the pics from your ebay shop. Hope things are going well!
congrats and good luck on the ebay shop!
I love everything you have on...
I love the boots!
All t he best with your ebay shop :)
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Berlin
Cute hat. Can't wait to see the ebay store.
Have fun in amsterdam how exciting.
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Loving the hat, this outfit is gorgeous honey! xoxo avs
I think you really suit the hat!
Those beige shorts are amazing, what a bargain !! :)
Lush outfit
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I love your Sweater. Looking very cozy!:)
Great Outfit. xx, Alice from bells and whistles.
i love this look...perfect for fall!
Love this look, great colours!
can't wait to see the alexa style dress!
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amazing look!
Oh, that really is exciting! I love your shorts.
LOVEn the oversized sweater on ya - outfit looks great!!
ps - have a give-away going on - think u'll like it ..
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Let us know when your ebay shop is up! And Amsterdam! Cool, I live there, let me know if you need any tips and if you even have time up!
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Hooray for the mannequin purchase!
Oh yes loving those vintage shoes my love! Just gorgeous picks!
xo tash
I'm just checkin'out your blog.
I love the boots you wear in your posts!
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Its amazing. I like your style. Very good. Keep it up.
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Can`t wait to see your shop dear and have fun in Amsterdam!xx
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Lovely outfit and pictures! I've been so into hats like that lately.
Good luck with your Ebay shop! Can't wait to see it...xx
god luck with your shop! i love your shorts and shoes too (: and have a fantastic time in amsterdam!
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The dress makers mannequin sounds great! Oh, and I love your hat!
Thanks for your sweet comments :)
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way too cute!!!
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Gorgeous outfit! I loove your shoes xx
the ebay shop and your trip, both sound sooo exciting! everything will be great, no worries :)
& you look very pretty! stay chic, sweetie!
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This is such a great outfit! I love the contrast of black and neutrals! Those booties are so lovely too!! :)
xo
you look supercute and I actually love the hat on you, but I'm just the same. I love hats in theory, but I also think they look weird on me :D you just have to get used to it I guess.
Also, that alexa dress you've been talking about; are you selling it? If so, please let me know where and when because I'm IN LOVE with that dress but it's too expensive but I WANT it :D
great inspiration love you black hair and belt on the shorts!
I LOVE my dress form. I'm not going to pressure you here, but I think you should name yours when you get it. I call mine Judy. It may sound strange, but when you are dressing and undressing an inanimate object it helps to personify it.... maybe just me. Good luck with your new shoots.
not spending will definitely all be worth it once you get to amsterdam & have a fab time!
Oooh I'm totally intrigued - I've been wanting a mannequin too for so long (more as a prop than anything that I can drape stuff on), btu I agree your pics will look great!
Can't wait to see what you put in your shop, I'll be keeping an eye out for the update! x
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Ooo, hope you have a great time in Amsterdam.
I also love youtr outfit. The shorts and hat are so perfect.
such gorgeous photos victoria =) love your boots especially ! hope you are well x
haha i am thrifter ( does that word even exist ) anyway i love a good bargain because honestly i believe price or labels does not matter as long as we rock a certain outfit in style
i always always ADORES your style
and congrats on all the new readers u deserves everyone one of it :)
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