It's always an event when the postman knocks, we're on first name terms and everything; it's not just because of the regular parcels of joy from my generous blogging buddies but also 'cos I went out with him in the 1980s.
Last week my bag twin, the lovely Lucy, sent me this incredible turquoise leather coat she'd spotted in her local Sue Ryder chazza along with this Oscar Wilde notelet, literary idol of Smiths fans like me the world over.
I'm wearing the Miss Revolution velvet blouson top Jo gave me underneath it.
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| 1970s Julius of London needlecord maxi (courtesy of Odd Socks Alex and a wardrobe staple since 2010) |
Orange and turquoise are a perfect pairing as some of this Tibetan tribal jewellery goes to prove.
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| Carnelian cross ring from Krista-licious |
The copper and turquoise pendant is Native American via Canada, a gift from a globe-trotting admirer of Mum's in 1965. I bought the earrings on the morning of the Asian Tsunami on the way to a wedding in India back in 2004.
The wonderful Pao sent me these 1960s earrings she no longer wears, they arrived today and I love them, they're massive.
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| She also sent this groovy bean bag pattern. The cats have hinted that they need one in their lives. |
So what's a chip butty? Two slices of crusty bread spread with butter or mayo, a generous helping of "proper" chips (chunky French Fries), smothered in tomato ketchup and the finest hangover cure known to man (or woman).
I'm starving now!
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| Image from Google |
I'm starving now!
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| There's a cat perched ominously in a tree above me |
Nothing dramatic to report here although there is a blogger meet-up scheduled for later in the week, Walsall residents of a nervous disposition are advised to leave the area.
See you soon!
Killer coat. Wow.
ReplyDeleteCall that sandwich the one I never knew until now I was dying to eat :o
I could do with a chip butty right now!!
ReplyDeleteAnd gorgeous gifts - what a coincidence your postie was your ex?!?!
loving the outfit like always, you carry it off with such swag!!
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that xoat's incredible, dear vix! I definitely need friends like yours, haha ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab colour coat Vix!
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what an awesome coat, love that pic of you looking up!! And yes, I reckon you'd love Darwin, the heat is intense and the laid-back ifestyle is just like in Asia.xx.
ReplyDeleteThat coat is wonderful, the colour is fantastic! And you can't beat a good old chip butty (always with a bit of mayo!)
ReplyDeleteLove the coat !!
ReplyDeleteNice to have friends that sends you such gorgeous gifts ! And a nice postman..
Gorgeous coat. I can eat chip butties until I can't move.
ReplyDeleteLook out! We're coming!!!!!!
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Wow, turquoise leather! What a very cool coat and just what was needed to match up with that hot tangerine dream of a top. And the accessories, yum!
ReplyDeleteGlad to see your little packet of 60's memorabilia came through. Hope you have some fun with it!
The coat is just amazing and I like you with the ponytails, you look so beautiful in these photos!
ReplyDeleteThe bean bag is glorious, it reminds me of some vintage Italian movies in which a comedian always try to seat on them and embarass himself because he never find the right way!I find them very comfortable, I'd love to have the silver one!
The Chip butty is the finest hangover cure, why I didn't know it before!
That's why I love to have international friends!
Lots of love!
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What's a chip butty?!
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Beautiful colours on you, Vix, and hope you do enjoy the rowdy blogger meet - Wish I were nearer! Mwah, anyhoo! x
That color of your coat is really amazing. You must be very lucky with your friend Lucy. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd your mum's admirer did have very good taste.
That beanbag looks very fluffy... I believe my cats would want one to if I showed it to them. Now they are lying all day on the sofa. :)
Only that chip butty.... uhm I don't know..... Maybe I should try it first. :D
xxx have a wonderfull evening!
Wow! Never seen a leather coat in that colour - you look amazing in it!
ReplyDeleteTurquoise leather, orange velvet and a chip butty? Rock'n'roll, Vix! you look gorgeous, love that pendant of your mum's, and I can well believe the skirt from Alex is a wardrobe staple - get that on your Essentials list! What a fabulous collection of earrings too, blog buddies are just the best!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait! What shall I wear? Jeans and a jumper? Hahahaha! xxxxxx
Great jacket,love the colour,mmm chip buttie :)
ReplyDeleteAmaaaaazing coat!
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Ha ha, Vix, love this line:
ReplyDeleteWalsall residents of a nervous disposition are advised to leave the area
Too funny! You look lovely in your blue leather coat! What a find -- what a gift! The colors are yummy; I am being inspired more and more to go way out on a high limb on the color tree! LOL. I think I am a bright color novice, pretty much!
The hurricane missed us, but we have friends who are being harder hit. Scary.
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Lynn
I used to have a very similar coat, I got too fat for it and sold it. I miss it dreadfully
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely loving the coat hun, the colours fabulous.
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your meet up. I shall keep my eyes peeled for you whilst I'm working in Walsall.
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That coat really suits you, lovely jewellery too.
ReplyDeleteWe managed to be spared the wrath of Hurricane Sandy in my part of NY, thank goodness. That coat is to die for and I would like a chip butty, please :)
ReplyDeleteturquoise and orange, such a fabulous color combo, and you rock it!, love that leather coat, love that orange velvet top and love all that bijouterie!,
ReplyDeleteand I'm shocked by that hangover cure, whouu!
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ReplyDeleteI have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best". / Oscar Wilde
Wow that coat is AMAZING!!! I;ve never seen one in that colour before. It looks for blue than turquoise to me.. I used to get about in leather and suede coats all winter every winter.. but it must have been a phase coz I haven't worn one for about 10 years! I still have them stashed in a large case somewhere.. maybe I'll revive them next winter!!
ReplyDeleteMy english dad introduced us to chip butties when we were young - unfortunately!!
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Oooh, Lucy has good taste, that's really nice! LOve the ominous cat shot, you look really young and cutesy!
ReplyDeleteReally can't wait to for Thursday!! That coat is even better than I imagined! It's gorgeous! Orange and Turquoise are perfect together, this is your version of Autumnal colours and it's so distinctly you and it's wonderful.
ReplyDeletemmmm so many nice earrings!!
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You've got mail means of course you look fabulous!! love the new coat and I giggled when I heard you dated the postman!! I would love to be somewhere long enough that I can say I knew them in the 80's!! The Chip Butty oh I am going to show the kids that one ...they would enjoy that for sure!! Love orange and turquoise two of my favorite colors ~Have fun at the blogger meet up ~Love Heather
ReplyDeleteLove that coat and that fabulous orange velvet top! (and all that jewelry, I'm a big fan of big rings and earrings.)
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What better way to give in to inclement weather than with turquoise leather? I love it!
ReplyDeleteAll your jewellery seems to have a story attached to it. Fabulous tales radiate from the fabric and elements of your outfits! I'd love to know what kind of person and what kind of night out link some of your clothes to their past.
Chip butties dripping with melted salty butter, yes, pure hangover food. Along with cheese and onion crisps, cheese and onion pasties, pizza and all other high carb high fat stuff.
Great outfit, I like the colours a lot. I bet the postman is pleased all your blog pals keep him in work! Wish I was coming to Walsall. Next time!
Lucy x
Love the story about the postman. I had the plumber out today at my Mum's. Haven't seen him since 1985.
ReplyDelete'Walsall residents of a nervous disposition are advised to leave the area'. :) chuckle.
You can't go wrong with a chip butty, plenty of butter, hmmmmm...although I generally prefer smaller chips. The man of the house says it's because there's more lard on them. Guilty as charged.
I love that coat! Perfect colour with your jewellery. I can't wait to see you beanbag, how fun. Perhaps a patchwork beanbag is in order. Also I can't believe people don't know what a chip buttie is!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great coat! I love how you've mixed it with the rest of the outfit. Very nice colour combo.
ReplyDeleteYay, it looks great on you! The colour does look different in these pictures though. Does your postman/ex squeeze know about your blog? There's nothing I like more than opening parcels. Can't wait to hear about your blogger meet-up adventures xxx
ReplyDeleteWow, I love this whole look! Your jewelry is all so fabulous.
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That coat is a lovely shade of blue and suits you so well.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to squash the chip buttie before eating!
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Do you know what i had a very similar coat to that and in the same colour but i sold it last year it just hung on me i have a red 70's number somewhere hiding in my waldrobe the button needs sewing back on seeing your gorgeous blue coat has just reminded me i may have to dig it out now :-) Loving all those earrings you so suit large and dangly earrings and jewellery. Yummmm chip butty :-) see you soon :-) dee xx
ReplyDeleteBaby blue leather, no way, I am in love with this coat and it fits you so nicely too. I love those big buttons almost as much as your pigtails! You look warm and snuggly and bright! The postman being your X still makes me snicker :)
ReplyDeleteThe ear rings from Pao are totally you and will get good use hanging from your lobes! How cool though is that bean bag pattern! I see a patch bean bag in the kitties future! Chip butty that's what it is, I thought is was your buddy eating chips with you ;p Let's try and talk this weekend if you are around. I can't wait to see pictures from Thursday, even though it breaks my pink heart in a million pieces that I won't be there :(
I miss you pretty lady!!!!!!
Tons of love~
Krista
That is a fecking FANTASMO coat!!! Whata great score! Bless Lucy for sending that treasure on!
ReplyDeleteI drool over all that glorious jewellery!
I daresay my cats would love abean bag too.ssssshhhhhhhhh......!!!
Love Helga xxxXXXxxx
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enjoy your evening!
mmmm chip butties!! my faveeeeee yum!!! I like salad cream in mine :)
ReplyDeleteThat jacket is stupendous! what a colour! and it suits you so well!
I love the photo's of you with your blogging friends. I see now Liz has made the pilgrimage from Bristol, I might have to do the same...I wonder how long it took her?!
Much love Amie xxxxxxxxxxx
That blue coat is a dream, and how fun you going out with the postman in the 80s, hehhehhehe.
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thank you for the explanation. it's a french fry sandwich! yum.
ReplyDeletethe blue coat is stunning as is everything else your lovely readers send you. i'm thinking you don't even need to go shopping any longer, they do it all for you! and what great taste they all have.
i can't believe i was just in new york. so awful. xoxo
Hey gorgeousness:)
ReplyDeleteLove the velvet blouse! Also, please please show us your cats!
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Turquoise leather coat?!?! I'm dying! and you're wearing the wonderful velvet top - together. Perfectness!! xo
ReplyDeleteHungry now!! Love your blue coat. xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteI love coloured leather coats so much, it looks absolutely divine on you. Can you do a tutorial on how to apply false eyelashes? I know you often wear yours, I have a pair that I'm too afraid to apply. xx
ReplyDeleteHow funny! I have that pattern and made a bean bag that my cats love. I also made the back rest with arms that works great to prop up in bed while reading.
ReplyDeleteLove that coat, the colour is awesome! I used have a lovely suede one years ago the same colour. I think I sold it though.
ReplyDeleteLoving the bling too as ever.
Nothing like a chip butty and being married to a northener it is a compulsion. He can never have chips without sticking them in a sarnie! lol.
I am sure your bloggy meet up will be a blast! Have fun.
P x
Hmmmm chip butty.
ReplyDeleteI love mine with brown sauce.
Gorgeous jacket, and that top does look fantastic on your colouring, thought it might! :)
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I love love love that turquoise jacket! And hilarious about the postman - not many people could say that! Thanks so much for posting on my blog, you were on my wishlist and it made my day! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a glorious vision you are in all that turquoise! I love your turquoise baubles!
ReplyDeleteThought it was hilairous you had dated your postmas in the 80s!
Hey, Miss Revolution, I saw that ice blue coat! It looks even better on you, and paired with burnt orange and the stunning pendant. So happy the orange blouson top fits you and looks ravishing with the print maxi skirt. I hope it helps you stay warm. How nice of Pao to bestow her earrings on you.
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Hey Vix :) Looking as gorgeous as ever. I love orange and turquoise together too!
ReplyDeleteYou are like luscious Halloween candy in this blue leather jacket. Yummy! Trick or Treat! Wish I could join your meet up. I wouldn't be nervous one bit, cause I'd be doused in suds. ;)
ReplyDeleteYou made lol with I went our with him in the 80's! The only thing I have left from the 8o's is my clothes, records & oh yeah my husband. You look fab in all colours but I must say the baby blue looks especially radiant .
ReplyDeleteWell, the blogger meetup probably won't have the same impact as Sandy, but it will probably leave some people running home to batten the hatches. Your gifties are lovely!! All of them. The velvet blouson top and turquoise coat - wow.
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Can wait to see you model Pao's jewelry and a sandwich made of chips???
ReplyDeleteMmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!!! Chip butty!!! Have not tried it with mayo as well as tom sauce, maybe next time.
ReplyDeleteA chip butty's got to have brown sauce of course.
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing in the turquoise coat (what a fantastic pressie) and your mums pendant is beautiful. I know you'll enjoy your bloggers meet-up, watch out Wetherspoons!
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WOW - that coat is amazing! Lovely colour combination :)
ReplyDeleteI get a whole load of different post people, no idea why they can't assign the route to just one...
Gosh, I love that blue leather coat! Might have to try that chip butty because I have such a headache from one glass of wine last night - non drinkers shouldn't drink, I know!
ReplyDeleteI NEED a chip butty NOW!!!
ReplyDeleteThe jacket is absolutely STUNNING!!
Love the new top with the maxi!!
I survived the hurricane and am happily getting caught up with my blog reading!!
Hoping for lots of pix from the blogger meet-up!
Alright you look completely magnificent in that blue coat.
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The outfit just screams a crisp fall day.
That bean bag pattern is awesome. HOLY GIANT BEAN BAG!!!
Alright you look completely magnificent in that blue coat.
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The outfit just screams a crisp fall day.
That bean bag pattern is awesome. HOLY GIANT BEAN BAG!!!
I just think it's so cute that you and your mailman used to go out together!!! How many beans does it take to fill that ginormous two-person bean bag - a cat-sized one is definitely more manageable. The leather coat is such a pretty colour, and Mr. Wilde looks very happy there with your little deer.
ReplyDeleteMmmm, chip butties, I really want one now!
ReplyDeleteThat jacket is rather marvelous isn't it! What a nice gift!
You look radiant in that colour blue! Love all the gorgeous looks! XXX
ReplyDeleteOoh you look so beautiful - that coat is AMAZING!!! What a wonderful gift! The earring collection is also pretty fabularse. I do love the orange.turquoise combo - you are the rocking the crap out of it, of course, but this is another combo that I find really difficult. Maybe I'm doing it wrong, but it always looks WRONG on me! You are amazing, as always, amor! Love you more than THAT STUNNING JACKET! Sarah xxx
ReplyDeleteOoh I love that coat Vix, I had one just like it when I was little, though mine was teal and I doubt it was real leather. What a lovely prezzy. And I'm hungry too now, chip butties are the best, with a big mug of tea, mmm. xx
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh I love your blue coat it reminds me of one my mum had which was very similar in the 70's xx
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