My lovely followers over on Instagram will have read that I had a slightly unsettling experience a few days ago. Someone reacted with surprise at my newly coloured copper hair, and commented that what I was wearing clashed! I will emphasize that I am 100% sure that the comments were not made with malice…it was […]
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Tuesday Trends – the Waistcoat
By Sarah in Fashion, General, Op Shopping, Tuesday Trends, Vintage Tags: denim waistcoat, op shop, thrifted, vintage, waistcoat
I reckon waistcoats are one of the most underrated fashion items so today, I am turning the spotlight onto just how versatile they can be! First seen back in the 1600s, the waistcoat was for formal wear…now it can be everything from formal to casual…even work wear as high vis vests! So what exactly is […]
What I Wore Roundup – Edition 32
By Sarah in General Tags: ootd, op shop, op shop fashion, preloved, thrifted, thrifted fashion, vintage, vintage style, What I wore
This edition of What I Wore covers my last week of holidays…I can tell you it was hard to go back to work! Outfits for the week were mainly op shop with a dash of vintage… What I Wore…Monday 11th January – Sunday 16th January 2016 We started the week early with a visit to […]
Vinnies Gift Card…an op shopper’s perfect Xmas gift!
By Sarah in Fashion, General, Melbourne 1 Comment Tags: Christmas gift idea, gift card, op shop, thrifting, Vinnies
Christmas has become so materialistic…everyone wanting the latest and the greatest, and yes, I am guilty of this too. But I have discovered that there is an alternative place to shop, and not only do you save money, but you are supporting charities and helping to minimise waste! Only a year or so ago, I […]
What I Wore Roundup – Edition 24
By Sarah in Fashion, Vintage, What I Wore Tags: ootd, op shop, thrifted fashion, vintage, vintage fashion, What I wore
Another week has rushed past, and it is time for another edition of What I Wore. I have to admit that I actually really enjoy putting outfits together each day…I don’t particularly plan ahead, unless there is a certain event. Each morning, I get a little thrill of excitement when I open my wardrobe door…I […]
What I Wore Roundup – Edition 23
By Sarah in Fashion, Vintage, What I Wore Tags: op shop, op shop fashion, vintage, vintage fashion, What I wore
I can’t believe I have been doing these roundups for 23 weeks…hope you are finding them of interest! The week started with a few sick days…finally came good on the Wednesday…and it ended with a 5km walk/run! What I Wore…Monday 9th November – Sunday 15th November 2015 Monday saw me sick at home, but was […]
What I Wore Roundup – Edition 22
By Sarah in Fashion, Vintage, What I Wore Tags: ootd, op shop, vintage, What I wore
Last week started well with two days off…but ended with both my husband and I sick with this stupid virus. So I admit there were a couple of days that I did get dressed, took a photo…and then collapsed on the couch again. I do find it very hard to sit still and do nothing […]
What I Wore Roundup – Edition 21
By Sarah in Fashion, Vintage, What I Wore 1 Comment Tags: Frocktober 2015, op shop, vintage, What I wore
This edition sees the final outfits for Frocktober…I must admit it felt a little weird to not have to wear a dress on the 1st of November. But I did anyway…what can I say…I love a good frock! What I Wore…Monday 26th October – Sunday 1st November 2015 Monday was cold and miserable….it poured down […]