Gwyneth Paltrow has launched this evening a charity jumble sale-Rumble In The Jungle, which is open all weekend!!
Click on my link to take you to the Marie Claire article, which gives you more details.
It is a 3 day sale, from today, at the Truman Brewery, Brick Lane and entry is only £2!!
Any of you who are fortunate to go, please share your goodies with the rest of us, haha!!
Everyone, have a fabulous weekend, whatever you get up to, shopping or not!!
I'm still debating whether I will go-purely for a window shop, if I do!!
7.11.08
Top Knits from Topshop
Following on from my post yesterday on top knits, I thought I'd post my favourites currently at Topshop-my favourite is the first one!
Black tabard, £35
Grey cherry cardigan, £35
Red short sleeve cardigan, £35
Pink bow jumper, £30
Blue knitted frill dress, £55
Striped cardigan, £35
6.11.08
Top Tips for Lovely Knits
Browsing the Times earlier, I came across this article, which gives some great tips for dressing up knitwear this Autumn.
I think this is the time all of us will be stocking up not only on scarves, hats, gloves and tights, but always some statement knits in the form of jumpers, cardigans, dresses, waistcoats (vests) and even leggings.
What knitwear are you investing in this winter?
I think this is the time all of us will be stocking up not only on scarves, hats, gloves and tights, but always some statement knits in the form of jumpers, cardigans, dresses, waistcoats (vests) and even leggings.
What knitwear are you investing in this winter?
4.11.08
Must Haves In Your Wardrobe
A new book written by Elle magazine's fashion director Nina Garcia, gives her opinions on the pieces that are viewed as must haves for your wardrobe.
I've picked some of my favourites that I own and also that I would like to own!!
Animal Print
Leopardprint is my absolute favourite of the bunch.
Boyfriend cardigan
A great cosy item thats in trend for autumn and winter.
Brooches
A great accessory-try wearing it in unexpected ways, on a headband or hat or a bag.
Cowboy Boots
Better if they're 'roughed up' first!
Denim jacket
Not meant to be worn with more denim!
Fur
Fake it or go for a real vintage if inclined!
Jeans
Always In Style
Leather trousers
The tighter and skinnier, the better!
Little Black Dress
A definite must have for all seasons
Old Concert T Shirt
A great must have, that I currently don't have!
Pearl Necklace
Thanks to my generous mum in law, I now have this in my wardrobe
Statement Necklace
If in doubt, head straight over to WendyB!!
Tuxedo Jacket
Great dressed up or dressed down
Vintage
Say no more, the best for a one off unique piece of style and fashion
Wishlist Items
I would like at some point-a denim skirt, chestnut brown vintage leather bag, more sequins.
Whats your immediate must have or on your wishlist?
I've picked some of my favourites that I own and also that I would like to own!!
Animal Print
Leopardprint is my absolute favourite of the bunch.
Boyfriend cardigan
A great cosy item thats in trend for autumn and winter.
Brooches
A great accessory-try wearing it in unexpected ways, on a headband or hat or a bag.
Cowboy Boots
Better if they're 'roughed up' first!
Denim jacket
Not meant to be worn with more denim!
Fur
Fake it or go for a real vintage if inclined!
Jeans
Always In Style
Leather trousers
The tighter and skinnier, the better!
Little Black Dress
A definite must have for all seasons
Old Concert T Shirt
A great must have, that I currently don't have!
Pearl Necklace
Thanks to my generous mum in law, I now have this in my wardrobe
Statement Necklace
If in doubt, head straight over to WendyB!!
Tuxedo Jacket
Great dressed up or dressed down
Vintage
Say no more, the best for a one off unique piece of style and fashion
Wishlist Items
I would like at some point-a denim skirt, chestnut brown vintage leather bag, more sequins.
Whats your immediate must have or on your wishlist?
3.11.08
Now Its Cold Outside..........
Hi everyone!!
I was browsing the Guardian online fashion pages and came across this article. Titled 'The Thrift Guide-How to stop Shopping', I was intrigued and put off at the same time-who wants more stuff about the credit crunch shoved under their noses?
Anyhow, click on my link to read the whole article if interested. But the main reason I've pulled some of these suggestions, is now winter is drawing in, I no longer have my boot sales to look forward to at weekends and really wanted some alternative things to do, instead of hitting the shops and charity shops all the time. I don't really have hobbies as such, although I do enjoy thrifting very much. Even that gets boring after a while, though.
So, from the list here are some real contenders of how I may spend my spare time:
Knit-Funnily enough, sorting through the cupboards this morning, I came across a bag full of wool (and hopefully knitting needles!). I knitted like mad when I was 16, but after a few jumpers done, the novelty wore off and never returned-until now!
Charity Shops-yes, once in a while, won't hurt-I am contradicting myself, I know!! But I ultimately know, I do need that fix once a week to check out any potential goodies.
Leave your gym-Well, I can't leave it as I never joined in the first place, but getting dressed up warmly and going for a nice, brisk walk sounds the order of the day (not every day, but some!)
Then some of my own ideas, not on the list:
Learn to use my inherited Singer sewing machine-My Ossie is still languishing, waiting to be rehemmed and brought back to its former glory. A year on, I've still not found a decent seamstress to undertake this job-so why not do it myself? The machine needs to come out of the loft soon and a friend has kindly said she will teach me the basics, so I'm looking forward to this.
Crochet-I've always been intrigued by this and may well indulge in learning how to do this too.
Start Reading again-I really enjoyed reading when I was younger, but have never really got back into it again. I think my charity shop trips can fund a few must reads........
Watch DVDs and Videos more often-Now is the time to catch up on that SATC box set-again, or indulge in some kids movies-I love Toy Story and Home Alone!!
Enjoy some of my husbands cooking concoctions-when we are all hungry and bored, we think of some yummy things for Chris to rustle up in the kitchen-he cooks, we eat, I don't need to be in the kitchen, haha!!
Whats your best ideas for passing time-staying in bed all day sounds good too, LOL!!
I was browsing the Guardian online fashion pages and came across this article. Titled 'The Thrift Guide-How to stop Shopping', I was intrigued and put off at the same time-who wants more stuff about the credit crunch shoved under their noses?
Anyhow, click on my link to read the whole article if interested. But the main reason I've pulled some of these suggestions, is now winter is drawing in, I no longer have my boot sales to look forward to at weekends and really wanted some alternative things to do, instead of hitting the shops and charity shops all the time. I don't really have hobbies as such, although I do enjoy thrifting very much. Even that gets boring after a while, though.
So, from the list here are some real contenders of how I may spend my spare time:
Knit-Funnily enough, sorting through the cupboards this morning, I came across a bag full of wool (and hopefully knitting needles!). I knitted like mad when I was 16, but after a few jumpers done, the novelty wore off and never returned-until now!
Charity Shops-yes, once in a while, won't hurt-I am contradicting myself, I know!! But I ultimately know, I do need that fix once a week to check out any potential goodies.
Leave your gym-Well, I can't leave it as I never joined in the first place, but getting dressed up warmly and going for a nice, brisk walk sounds the order of the day (not every day, but some!)
Then some of my own ideas, not on the list:
Learn to use my inherited Singer sewing machine-My Ossie is still languishing, waiting to be rehemmed and brought back to its former glory. A year on, I've still not found a decent seamstress to undertake this job-so why not do it myself? The machine needs to come out of the loft soon and a friend has kindly said she will teach me the basics, so I'm looking forward to this.
Crochet-I've always been intrigued by this and may well indulge in learning how to do this too.
Start Reading again-I really enjoyed reading when I was younger, but have never really got back into it again. I think my charity shop trips can fund a few must reads........
Watch DVDs and Videos more often-Now is the time to catch up on that SATC box set-again, or indulge in some kids movies-I love Toy Story and Home Alone!!
Enjoy some of my husbands cooking concoctions-when we are all hungry and bored, we think of some yummy things for Chris to rustle up in the kitchen-he cooks, we eat, I don't need to be in the kitchen, haha!!
Whats your best ideas for passing time-staying in bed all day sounds good too, LOL!!
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