Fickle Fascination

Who are these people that give away once worn clothes to charity shops? Its a question I often ponder over when I'm flicking through the rails of pristine high street dresses seen on fashion bloggers only a few weeks previously. Are folk really so fickle that their tastes can change in a matter of days?

I bought this John Marks velvet maxi dress back in 2009 and love it as much now as I did then. I remember how I felt when I first saw it, getting all hot and bothered, my heart skipping a beat, knowing that it had to be mine. No doubt I'll still be wearing it as a pensioner (if I'm around that long).

Tell me I'm not alone in loving something and staying faithful to it for years (clothes, books, bands, films, friends, Barry M, men...). Recycling the same old frocks might not make for the most exciting outfit posts on my blog but it's easier on my bank account.

It was mild this morning so I ditched the coat for a trip into town but before you worry, I was layered up like the Michelin man underneath it, it's amazing what you can hide under a maxi - thermal undies & fleece-lined leggings to name but a few. 

My gorgeous friend, Dee sent me this pretty Siamese dancer pendant for Xmas, isn't she a beauty?

Did I mention town? Obviously I couldn't walk past the chazzas without picking up two 1970s maxis (sadly both too big and destined for next week's vintage fair), a cute 1960s knit, a classic Kelly bag and a beaded Colony of Hong Kong purse. This month's edition of  Harper's Bazaar was 20p and still contained all the product samples - evidently another local woman with money to burn.

1960s velvet maxi (Vintage Village @ Clothes Show Live) worn with striped top (seen HERE), 1970s Madeira shopper (seen HERE), a heap of junk jewellery, including earrings from rock star Helga and THESE boots.

What are your plans for this weekend? Mine involves a dinner party, copious amounts of booze and some sewing, it's been far too long. 

Have a good one and see you soon!