tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post494719783078358699..comments2024-03-28T12:40:16.119+00:00Comments on Vintage Vixen: We Are Your FriendsVixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-8154592383334812222021-09-12T17:59:16.360+01:002021-09-12T17:59:16.360+01:00I often find that by the time I scroll down to the...I often find that by the time I scroll down to the bottom to comment, I have forgotten what I was going to say (isn't ageing marvelous?). Anyway, I love Lynn's dress too, and would love to have one for the summer. Cheryl knows your style so well - I can imagine you wearing all the pieces she gave you. It must feel so good to socialize again!Forest City Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04428940427287921203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-70190031454196792021-08-27T18:33:14.623+01:002021-08-27T18:33:14.623+01:00I hope the taker of your lovely mohair scarf itche...I hope the taker of your lovely mohair scarf itched all the way home!<br />I was thinking that Wyse dress would look good with leather boots and my ornage fedora, proper Autumnal tones. I can't get my head rouns someone paying £300 for that dress and sending it to a charity shop...but I'm glad they did!<br />Jon loves his rioja, he's been very good and only had one glass so far!<br />I think the owner of Wetherspoons once said that when he'd set his pubs up he wanted them to be places women could enjoy, hence the lush toilets and full length mirrors. You certainly don't get that in normal pubs! xxx Vixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-37779304518227100432021-08-27T18:29:04.769+01:002021-08-27T18:29:04.769+01:00I know, I couldn't believe it had been 8 years...I know, I couldn't believe it had been 8 years! How funny that I wore the same dress when Lynn and Philip came to visit, I had no idea until I read that old blog post!<br />It did feel like we were somewhere far more exotic than Walsall (if you ignored the karaoke!)<br />That Hilo Hattie dress definitely went to the right home, it looked so good on you! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-20724089970346048812021-08-27T18:26:20.964+01:002021-08-27T18:26:20.964+01:00It's so good to catch up with friends again!
Y...It's so good to catch up with friends again!<br />Yes, I know you're a fellow waistcoat lover! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-25918300299881948472021-08-27T18:25:43.895+01:002021-08-27T18:25:43.895+01:00Thanks so much, Jules! xxxThanks so much, Jules! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-60035014838516046372021-08-27T18:25:33.380+01:002021-08-27T18:25:33.380+01:00I'm still deciding on what colour to paint the...I'm still deciding on what colour to paint the garden furniture, something to look forward to after the festival! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-79225118984228545822021-08-27T18:24:55.538+01:002021-08-27T18:24:55.538+01:00I hope it won't be too long till you get to vi...I hope it won't be too long till you get to visit your friends new place! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-5412559444883656332021-08-27T18:24:31.537+01:002021-08-27T18:24:31.537+01:00Thanks, sally! There are lots of larger vintage cl...Thanks, sally! There are lots of larger vintage clothes out there but most tend to be of the matrony variety. The cool stuff was mostly worn by young women before they got married, had kids and their bodies changed shape.<br />I'm afraid I was innudated with requests for that scarf so it's alreday gone. Wasn't it pretty?<br />The virus is continuing to spread here too but, as 80% of the population is now vaccinated the number of people requiring hopsital treatmnet has thankfully dropped dramatically. Stay safe! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-42517204262003606182021-08-27T18:19:59.924+01:002021-08-27T18:19:59.924+01:00You're not wrong there, terrifying and wonderf...You're not wrong there, terrifying and wonderful. Mind you, we're back to distancing now, we'd hate to pass anything on to festival customers next week!<br />I couldn't believe the fit of that Wyse dress, no wonder the owner prides herself on selling clothes that fit well, a rareity with modern gear! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-18543738094727124102021-08-27T18:18:20.659+01:002021-08-27T18:18:20.659+01:00I've always loved waistcoats. I like the sound...I've always loved waistcoats. I like the sound of them worn with a crisp white shirt and jeans. xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-91810766486352870792021-08-27T18:17:37.931+01:002021-08-27T18:17:37.931+01:00He quarters the patty pan and roasts them in the o...He quarters the patty pan and roasts them in the oven with shredded onions, olive oil and herbs. His current favourite flavouring is harrissa, we like things hot! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-80728120652488903842021-08-27T18:16:13.618+01:002021-08-27T18:16:13.618+01:00It was lovely to see them after so long!
Granny s...It was lovely to see them after so long! <br />Granny skirts and tight tees are such a great look, a proper classic Indie girl thing.<br />I'm glad your veg is going crazy, we need some sunshine to ripen our tomatoes or it'll be masses of chutney instead.<br />Not liking the sound of that crocket infestation! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-15452894031126073072021-08-27T18:14:41.089+01:002021-08-27T18:14:41.089+01:00I don't really like grey but couldn't resi...I don't really like grey but couldn't resist sanffling that jumper for the winter! xVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-84475322838709763642021-08-27T17:14:20.349+01:002021-08-27T17:14:20.349+01:00I didn't realise I'd wore that Dollyrocker...I didn't realise I'd wore that Dollyrockers dress to meet Annie, Curtise and Tania until after I'd worn it on Tuesday, what are the chances of that happening?! <br />That chazza is massive. It's a brilliant place for a browse and a lot of poeple who wouldn't normally set foot in a charity shop go there as it's so spaced out and well lit, it feels more like a proper shop! You would love it.<br />I can't wait to see Philip rocking his jacket! xxx<br />Vixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-27358148154048627052021-08-27T17:11:35.848+01:002021-08-27T17:11:35.848+01:00Hello Shaz, thank you so much for the Auntie and S...Hello Shaz, thank you so much for the Auntie and Suki update, brilliant news on both fronts. If Dave gets on with her that's a great start. <br />Isn't it exciting to see friends (and lots of them again?) I shall be giddy with excitement next week surrounded by thousands of festival goers.<br />You can never have too mnay bangles in your life. There's some great jewellery on eBay! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-67602807444941904932021-08-27T17:09:00.347+01:002021-08-27T17:09:00.347+01:00I can't quite get my head around going to a fe...I can't quite get my head around going to a festival yet! It's been lovely catching up with people, it feels like the last 18 months has been a bad dream although I can completely understand you being wary about it all. <br />I'm in love with that Wyse dress and dying to wear Cheryl's poppy dress although I'd need thermals under it today, it's really grim! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-25399951721858197342021-08-27T17:04:55.474+01:002021-08-27T17:04:55.474+01:00Wasn't Cheryl generous? I've always loved ...Wasn't Cheryl generous? I've always loved that dress on her and I can't resist a waistcoat or two!<br />Don't look at the Wyse website, you'll be haunted by the amazing dresses and cashmere jumpers on there! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-60057618537319739162021-08-27T17:03:34.879+01:002021-08-27T17:03:34.879+01:00The clearance shop is where all the stock that has...The clearance shop is where all the stock that hasn't sold in other branches around the UK ends up, nothing aprt from furniture costs more than £3! xVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-30701050600232333872021-08-27T17:02:14.041+01:002021-08-27T17:02:14.041+01:00Thanks so much, Lovely! xxxThanks so much, Lovely! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-8088812760107252482021-08-27T17:01:56.344+01:002021-08-27T17:01:56.344+01:00Thanks, Ivana! I love that dress, too. It's ra...Thanks, Ivana! I love that dress, too. It's rare to find such well-fitting modern clothes! <br />It's been lovely seeing friends again. xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-57542456467613279502021-08-27T17:00:51.036+01:002021-08-27T17:00:51.036+01:00Lavender tea, I've not tried that, I might hav...Lavender tea, I've not tried that, I might have to give it a go! <br />I'm so happy with that dress, it goes with so much of my wardrobe and I can't believe the fit! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-45606941910212564582021-08-27T16:59:09.262+01:002021-08-27T16:59:09.262+01:00Thanks, Vronni! It's really chilly here today,...Thanks, Vronni! It's really chilly here today, I've got my boots on!<br />I was thrilled with that Wyse dress.<br />I've read mixed reviews about The Devil's Throat" and wasn't sure but maybe we could give it a try after we've finished TMITHC. xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-85425618925458938282021-08-27T16:57:22.665+01:002021-08-27T16:57:22.665+01:00I wondered how far you were from Jon's favouri...I wondered how far you were from Jon's favourite wine maker. I think we need a trip to Logroño and to visit you) in the near future!<br />It's been fab to meet up with friends and pose for selfies in Spoons loo, again! <br />I can't wait to wear Cheryl's much admired maxi although it's gone really cold here so it might be some time until I can! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-6747623972628182962021-08-27T16:55:24.456+01:002021-08-27T16:55:24.456+01:00It feels so good to do "normal" things a...It feels so good to do "normal" things again, Beth. It's like the last 18 months were a bad dream! <br />I've read lots of American literature and love that you all "pitch in" and bring dishes and food round when you visit. Liz did bring us a couple of homemade rock buns yesterday.<br />I shall stay at a safe distance from joss sticks (and Jon's roll-ups) when I wear those flares! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-90772905658630705712021-08-27T00:01:25.193+01:002021-08-27T00:01:25.193+01:00Ah, a Spoons ladies' selfie -- this is truly a...Ah, a Spoons ladies' selfie -- this is truly a step toward "normal"! What a wonderfully full social calendar you and Jon have enjoyed!<br /><br />Must say my chums usually bring a bottle or a covered dish (this is the American Midwest, we "pitch in"). One notes you've been gifted not only a bottle but also artworks, garden furniture, and let's not overlook that range recently installed in the kitchen. You are blessed with bounty!<br /><br />The clothing Cheryl has bestowed upon you is fabulous, of course. The acetate flares are ringing a distant bell...(yikes, are they flammable?)Beth Waltzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02720634636307254576noreply@blogger.com