tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post8138931246279234710..comments2024-03-28T23:21:34.384+00:00Comments on Vintage Vixen: CheapskateVixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comBlogger79125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-61143464273607860362011-08-26T21:43:04.854+01:002011-08-26T21:43:04.854+01:00Great idea to have an incentive photo in your purs...Great idea to have an incentive photo in your purse! And how are you such a skinny minnie with all the curry and beer you consume?! :D xLucy in the Cloudshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12950976124841220605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-29324174836573640682011-08-26T00:57:53.025+01:002011-08-26T00:57:53.025+01:00I absolutely love this outfit. It is so creative a...I absolutely love this outfit. It is so creative and chique. My parents grew up during the US depression and I learned not to waste money or goods. I am always shopping where ever I go. I don't always purchase, but I do find great bargains this way.Tomyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722416699105311819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-13138522003642844732011-08-25T16:03:52.954+01:002011-08-25T16:03:52.954+01:00I love this outfit and that purse is my favorite!!...I love this outfit and that purse is my favorite!!!! I am really taking this advice to heart and I think I'll put a picture of Chris and I in Peru to remind me of what really matters. I love the picture of you and Jon, that's what life is about!Kristahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00350442910321860733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-40577126888471215092011-08-24T21:49:12.756+01:002011-08-24T21:49:12.756+01:00this is one of my favourite outfits!!! i love the ...this is one of my favourite outfits!!! i love the fabulous pattern of your maxi-skirt and the beautiful indian blouse you almost look like a statue of a godess and not human. but what i like even more is your way of life, and that with all your great sense of style and fashion you would never be a victim.<br />love and kiss,maryMonsterchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418938515760517614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-64070856824085554862011-08-24T09:33:22.351+01:002011-08-24T09:33:22.351+01:00PS: So glad you're enjoying the skirt - it loo...PS: So glad you're enjoying the skirt - it looks fabulous! xoPull Your Socks Up!https://www.blogger.com/profile/14147274267016718793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-48454202464649352172011-08-24T09:31:36.131+01:002011-08-24T09:31:36.131+01:00We all need a reminder of why it's a good idea...We all need a reminder of why it's a good idea not to be such retail suckers and you are the perfect person to do so. You live your philosophy so you can have a better life and it's so reassuring to see that we don't all need new, badly made, over-priced shite from greedy retailers and get stalked around the shop by shop assistants. I love the idea of keeping a pic of you and Jon (in all your gorgeousness) in your waller - happy days indeed!! Thanks for the reminder xoxoxoPull Your Socks Up!https://www.blogger.com/profile/14147274267016718793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-85803811694432313852011-08-23T22:02:55.245+01:002011-08-23T22:02:55.245+01:00Bloody hell, I'm away from the pc 2 minutes an...Bloody hell, I'm away from the pc 2 minutes and I miss another great post from you and am the 900th commenter! <br />How does that happen??<br /><br />Gorgeous outfit once again. I'm determined to find your vice though (aside from air travel) - there must be one somewhere!Lakota [Faith Hope and Charity Shopping]https://www.blogger.com/profile/04247624645636227130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-88276161486753677542011-08-23T18:48:14.404+01:002011-08-23T18:48:14.404+01:00Vix, I always like reading your stand on how to sp...Vix, I always like reading your stand on how to spend the money :) Although you're right that it's a choice, and I don't think it's for everyone, you are definitely so amazing for being able to stick with it (I always try but then I end up buying that pair of those boots:( ).. But I do try and save elsewhere- it's all about priorities I think :)Filipahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16117787338428100943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-20990356415072629682011-08-23T17:45:31.335+01:002011-08-23T17:45:31.335+01:00You have the best mind-set about money, it's i...You have the best mind-set about money, it's inspiring. And it's true that you don't have to spend lots of money to get nice things, like you've said. You can enjoy Goa without spending over a thousand on a package holiday, it's amazing. And you're right, the mindset and happy memories make summers gone seem much nicer. Not to say I haven't enjoyed this summer either :) Another brilliant post! xxxNatashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05335219443113802041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-90478999410370054412011-08-23T16:03:50.608+01:002011-08-23T16:03:50.608+01:00You are a wise woman, Vix. I am currently paying m...You are a wise woman, Vix. I am currently paying my way out of credit card debt for the third time. Much better to live frugally.Sarcastic Bastardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17116577711704241625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-18289944062618285052011-08-23T15:55:08.845+01:002011-08-23T15:55:08.845+01:00I think it's all about priorities - we can all...I think it's all about priorities - we can all make our own (instead of going for the (yawn) obvious ones hoiked on us as must-haves by marketeers worldwide). It's all about what is important to you personally - I like the idea of your photo - it's great to concentrate on visualising what you want/what is important to you (and you alone). <br /><br />Inspiring stuff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-55987929270093604992011-08-23T15:55:04.307+01:002011-08-23T15:55:04.307+01:00I think it's all about priorities - we can all...I think it's all about priorities - we can all make our own (instead of going for the (yawn) obvious ones hoiked on us as must-haves by marketeers worldwide). It's all about what is important to you personally - I like the idea of your photo - it's great to concentrate on visualising what you want/what is important to you (and you alone). <br /><br />Inspiring stuff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-50495341754550181792011-08-23T15:41:24.785+01:002011-08-23T15:41:24.785+01:00Vix, you look absolutely phenomenal - so elegant a...Vix, you look absolutely phenomenal - so elegant and chic! I love your philosophy too: spend as little as possible on certain things so you can afford the stuff you really want!<br /><br />I've just been to Bangalore and back and it was lovely. Went to Koshys and thought of you. xxxSangu Mandannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09464061265952789628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-51526141376442162932011-08-23T13:57:46.803+01:002011-08-23T13:57:46.803+01:00I love these posts of yours Vix. The photo in the ...I love these posts of yours Vix. The photo in the wallet is a great idea - everything in this life is geared toward getting us to spend money, so we have to really fight our impulses to resist. I don't buy a huge amount of clothes for myself anymore because I know that I can always 'borrow' from the shop. But having size 7 feet I do tend to find pretty vintage shoes in my size hard to resist, as they are so much rarer than the teensy sizes! I have to admit I have much more than I need, but every time I try to do a clear out I can never let them go xxPenny Dreadful Vintagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00658769790784076024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-40389831372428056942011-08-23T13:25:16.075+01:002011-08-23T13:25:16.075+01:00Of course, it helps if you look that fab in second...Of course, it helps if you look that fab in second hand clothes! It's a great message. Love to see you from your blonde days!DearHelenHartmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01191525904664350294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-39646021135567663872011-08-23T12:49:50.084+01:002011-08-23T12:49:50.084+01:00I love this post. I am slowly learning the error ...I love this post. I am slowly learning the error of my ways and I adore charity shop shopping but I cannot completely say no to the high street just yet, I would definitely like to though. The one thing I have given up is expensive make up and skin care, I use olay and I am good to go. A classic.<br /><br />Caz xCarolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03714417645439046027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-44784842607246795242011-08-23T11:32:00.799+01:002011-08-23T11:32:00.799+01:00Vix, I wish I could be more like you when it comes...Vix, I wish I could be more like you when it comes to saying no. Sadly sometimes shoes and pretty things are too much. :)<br />I am always on the lookout for a voucher or code for savings, and ebay is fast becoming my friend. <br />Love this skirt, and that pic of you & Jon is lovely. Swit swoo on the bikini bod!! Hot stuff. ;)<br /><br />xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12731699334337877594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-16156456239927101362011-08-23T10:28:40.988+01:002011-08-23T10:28:40.988+01:00wow hot beach bod!! cute outfit toowow hot beach bod!! cute outfit tooem.me.mahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10048061379417097221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-15151032699427817602011-08-23T10:26:12.471+01:002011-08-23T10:26:12.471+01:00You always look lovely and the fact that you don&#...You always look lovely and the fact that you don't break the bank on outfits is all credit to you, you are like the charity shop ambassidor(prob spelt wrong!) Your hair looks amazing in your photos too. I think I'll copy your photo in the purse idea, brilliant!It will stop me buying trivial things. I hope Gilbert likes his rainbow maker too :)Ronnie (RR)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14270742760569728851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-89137975517532525722011-08-23T10:02:16.579+01:002011-08-23T10:02:16.579+01:00That's a great way to live Vix. I spend most o...That's a great way to live Vix. I spend most of my money on my social life too but, though I've always been fairly frugal, I can't help but spend money I don't have on clothes as well. I think it's about getting into good spending habits - with no car I find it difficult to get to the best charity shops and car boot sales so resort to paying high street prices even though I can' afford them xRachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303048613641294103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-43487236865677473752011-08-23T09:15:51.317+01:002011-08-23T09:15:51.317+01:00Vix you have a great view and out look on life you...Vix you have a great view and out look on life you really know what is important and its great ;-)) I am the same as you with regards to buying and saving as you know. And i always use superdrugs Vitamin E range infact its all on offer at the moment there is £1 off it all. Have a lovely day today and enjoy your lunch, i have to say you look amazing with Jon in your bikini ;-)), dee xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01807783495138462705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-71589832599308561592011-08-23T09:00:44.404+01:002011-08-23T09:00:44.404+01:00Yes, you can spend less... but you also have to be...Yes, you can spend less... but you also have to be driven to consume less too. I realised recently that I still buy loads of stuff I don't NEED, just because it costs little. It's great to say you have seen the marketing games of big brands for the lies they are. But I still don't like the feeling that I am weak for vintage 'stuff' and make meaning in my life by going shopping for it..Clairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17599173173082435832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-66885336523544415602011-08-23T09:00:34.122+01:002011-08-23T09:00:34.122+01:00Me too! I was different from the other teenagers.....Me too! I was different from the other teenagers.. they would spend SO much money on a pair of LEVi 501s and I'd just about die hearing what they were spending! I worked out that op shopping and garage sales were brilliant for buying whatever the hell I wanted, and in those days EVERYTHINg was an absolute bargain!! And lots of it too! Ahh the Glory Days!!<br /><br />Love the photos by the way!<br />xOP SHOP MAMAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04178232898311777366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-53109392055277441422011-08-23T08:17:18.792+01:002011-08-23T08:17:18.792+01:00This post has come at a good time. I was wondering...This post has come at a good time. I was wondering how I could save enough to pay for next year's holiday and you have given me the incentive and the ideas.<br />I can be a bit of a spendthrift but that photo of you in Goa and the fab tips and daily pics has me convinced I can do it.<br />Apart from the hair. However, I have just sold £200 worth of uni course books on Amazon and that should be enough for the next six months.<br />JXThe Small Fabric Of My Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05584379200783754320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-3790323100858832692011-08-23T08:04:50.901+01:002011-08-23T08:04:50.901+01:00Great post and AMEN to not spending a fortune on c...Great post and AMEN to not spending a fortune on clothes and make up. I totally agree!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com