Wednesday, 22 September 2010

OOTD: Crushed Velvet


I took these pictures about a week before I went on holiday whilst dressed for a house warming party on Saturday night. Initially I hated all the pictures so wasn't going to post them, but whilst uploading pictures of my latest thrift haul I just found a couple that weren't totally heinous so I decided to post them.


I'm pretty much addicted to vintage blouses at the moment and have bought several over the past few months, they just go so perfectly with everything; short skirts, long skirts, tapered trousers, jeans, shorts and especially this gorgeous little crushed velvet swing mini.

This is probably my favourite blouse at the moment as I just adore the collar, it's like a cross between crochet and lace that makes it that bit unique.


I think I love the colour of this skirt more than anything else, it's a mixture of brown, gold and grey and I think it looks so much nicer than the usual black, blue or red, although to be honest I love velvet in any colour.

My hair is looking desperately dull in these pictures, but I finaly have my hair cut booked in for next Thursday, I cannot wait, I thinking of taking it a bit shorter, maybe shoulder length, what do you think?

Lastly, I just wanted to say Hello and Welcome to all my new followers and a big thank you to all my lovely loyal  readers that keep coming back, you really do make my day.

Outfit Details

Vintage Blouse - Thrifted - £2.50
Crushed Velvet Swing Mini Skirt - Primark - £9
Polka Dot Tights - Primark - £2
Tan Lace-up Boots - Peacocks - £25
Bracelets - Primark - £2
Gold Watch - Gifted from my Grandma for my 18th Birthday.

Total Outfit Cost - £40.50

xxx

61 comments:

Belle xx said...

i have a similar post up today with my vintage shirt that I got just for 50p! wahey for thrifty white shirts xx

gee said...

i am loving vintage blouses too.
especially ones with peter pan collars.
i am on a mission to find lots of them..
i am in a massive need of a haircut too...
i think the last time i got one was Dec 2009...ahhhhh.
you look beautiful.
xoox

Sarah said...

I LOVE vintage blouses. There's something different about them than new blouses trying to look vintage...and they're cheaper too! You look awesome!

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Vicky said...

Love that outfit. I'm desperate to find a vintage blouse at the moment x

dennicapearl said...

YES, the collar is beautiful.

yay for vintage :D !


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Louella said...

I love your outfit, especially the vintage blouse!
:) x

Abi said...

I'm also loving vintage blouses a little more lately. This one you've got on looks gorgeous! I love the pleats and lace neckline. The velvet skirt is a nice complement. Great outfit!

Michelle said...

Gorgeous outfit, especially paired with the skirt! I'm desperate to find a pretty blouse with a sweet collar at the moment. xx

Grübchen said...

I love your blouse. :)

Collette Osuna said...

TOTAL vintage:)
Love the blouse collar..the polkas..the little booties:)

Have a Fabulous day!
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♥Music Fashion Clutter ♥ said...

Oh hey.... Thanks for you comment, so sweet :)
Your not showing as a follower yet ?

Just read some of your blog and I love it too, some great vintage looks and stuff. Love the baggy jumper and dress

so I'm now a new follower *will defo be back xx

Catita said...

great vintage blouse! Must go hit some vintage shops and see if I am as lucky as you!
Catita
xoox

Maria said...

Gorgeous boots. *

lady liquor vintage. said...

I loveeee vintage blouses, especially 80's ones, but I find it quite hard to find ones which fit just right & are comfortable to wear!

& definitely agreeing with the shoulder length hair!

xoxo.

Velvet said...

I love vintage clothes too, but in my city are very difficult to find.

Have a nice week!

Irene ♥ said...

ah looking lovely m'dear!<3
xx

Amber Blue Bird said...

love those tights, I have a pair similar to them and they are my fave

sarah. said...

i love vintage shopping, i've had some quite good finds recently as well!
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x

Modesty is Pretty said...

You look great!

Diana Mieczan said...

That is such a stunning blouse:) I love all stuff vintage:)
hugs

Ps: I am hosting a sweet GIVEAWAY today :) Hope you will join in :)!!!

QuiteQuaint said...

i love the blouse, im obsessed with blouses right now, blouses and hats!
the skirt looks lovely too, i need some velvet in my wardrobe. i want the alexa chung velvet peter pan collar dress, but the silly bitch over priced it.
nice holiday snaps by the way, i didnt get round to commenting yesterday, but i was very impressed that you managed to pack that trilby! x

howtobehealthyblog said...

These photos are brilliant,you look good on them:)

anna rose said...

this outfit is PERFECT. the skirt is so beautiful and i love how you put it all together.


ps. I am a brand new blogger, it would be lovely if you (or anyone) would follow me!

Laura said...

I love vintage blouses...totally love your outfit, the skirt is so unusual. I love how you paired with a more traditional style of top =) And your vacation looked like oodles of fun =)

MarchMusings said...

Great find in that skirt, now that velvet is back and bigger than ever. And it's such a rich colour

Kirstin said...

That skirt is sooo cool. Love how you paired it with the vintage blouse! Beautiful as always!
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Melanie said...

That blouse is really pretty! Great shoes, too!

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Melanie@UnravelledThreads

LyddieGal said...

the lace collar really makes the blouse such a wonderful piece, I adore it!

and I think shoulder length would be so cute on you!

Chic on the Cheap

Nicole, Coco Maria said...

I love your velvet skirt, and the color on your blouse is adorable! :)

Porcelain complexion said...

LOVE your skirt, the crushed velvet is stunning. It looks great with the vintage shirt, i really like the collar too :)
xo

The Girlie Blog said...

Love that blouse. Vintage is so cool.

SAVING BETTY said...

the velvet skirt is so pretty! to top it off, purple is my favorite colour.

XOXO, B

Emma (Scrapbook de la Emma) said...

lovely look. loving the tights and boots and blouse.

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Scrapbook de la Emma

Britty said...

looking good girl i love your velvet skirt soo lovely

The Brunette said...

HI, thanks for the comments on my blog I am now following your blog.
Love the outfit you look great xx

Claire said...

this outfit is gorgeous :) Im a big lover of velvet and i adore those boots <3 adorable xxx

p.s. following you also :)))

Cherie said...

love iiiiit!
great outfit.

Lotte said...

Ooh thanks!
I really like this outfit.
Velvet is amazing!

Mandyy said...

I love ur outfit !! <3 :D

v a m p i r e said...

i have something similar with the blouse but mine is a dress, i just ordered it from a second hand online store last week , but sadly i can hardly button up the buttons lol so off to the closet it go until i can manage to shed off the extra pounds

again Vic , beautiful outfit :)

Alice said...

I love your Blouse! Great Outfit.
xx, Alice from bells and whistles :)

Kessy said...

you have a great blog. I will follow you. maybe you will follow me too? :)

Nicole said...

U look gorgeous i love the outfit!

C L O said...

pretty outfit I love your boots!

thanks for visit my blog, I have joined your followers too :)

em said...

fantastic outfit, i love it! in fact, your whole blog is so pretty! i'm followingggg xx

Kelly Jones said...

Thank you for following! I love your blog, and you have lovely eyebrows, now i bet ya haven't had that as a compliment before?!
I like your blouse too, I've got ones stolen (with permission) from my nan :) x

betsie said...

hello- wow, this ensemble is great . the white silky blouse with the velvet skirt and spotty tights . works so well . great blog .

do feel free to check out/ follow 'betsie' at:

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Tilly said...

Hi! Again he he ;) !

You look so pretty here! Eeeepp I'm pretty sure I have your blouses' long lost sister! It definetely doesn't look as good on me as it does on you! No fair! How do you pull off clothes so well?!

Oooh I think shoulder length would look so cute on you :) show off those incredible cheek bones! I think you'd really suit a full fringe as your hair looks so thick and lucious :) xxx

Winnie said...

I am loving that Velvet skirt, it's a great colour, unusual too!

Indie.Tea said...

The blouse is lovely, but I personally love the shoes and the velvet skirt.

Renu said...

You look gorgeous! =) x

Lorena said...

Victoria you are right... I remember you mentioned that we had the same bracelets .. and we do !
I have never seen your hair be dull... not today, not ever :)

Maubrey said...

Nice blog

Exploring new blogs and blogging friends is always worthy between bloggers

I following and droping comments on a good blog like yours

Hope you do the same, if you like it means

Regs
Maubreye(veejay)

http://vinothcraig.blogspot.com

Raji said...

This look is so lovely, that blouse is fantastic!
Thank you for dropping by
I adore your blog
Am definitely following and will be back soooon :P

www.whatrajwants.blogspot.com

nookie said...

I do love vintage blouses too!
Lovely outfit!

Trishna said...

I love vintage blouses, simply because they have such a beautiful cut and often have more lasting power.

I saw your photos on a website I can't remember and bookmarked your blog to come visit later. I would really love to keep in touch. How do you feel about following and/ or doing a link exchange with my blog. I'd happily return the favor.

Love from Toronto, Canada

Ruta, Look Ugly in a Photograph said...

Wow you look incredible. I love your skirt the most. So beautiful.

Daniela Rodrigues said...

Gosh, love all your outfit but I'm in love with your boots :D

Katie said...

I love your blouse! Its beautiful, and such a bargain! :)

Maria said...

Gorgeous boots. *

Caitlin said...

Lovely blouse and nice and cheap too! :) x

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