Thrift Inspiration, doing it the Corine Roitfeld way!

I'm a great fan of Corine Roitfelds style and ever since I saw her in this denim skirt, I knew I had to get the 'perfect denim skirt'.

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I had two denim skirts that I decided were no longer the right style, shape, colour and length anymore and they were donated to the charity shop some months back. When I want a particular item now, I hold out until I feel I've found the right one.

On my last thrift visit, I found this Warehouse denim skirt for only 50p! I also found a lighter wash A line style by H&M for £1.50. The one I'm wearing is perfect for me, the length is right, I love the front split and its hugging without being too tight. The colour is ideal for wearing anytime of the year too.

I'm pleased to have a couple of denim skirts in my wardrobe now-they are a basic staple and as I'm mainly a casual dresser anyway, I can dress them up with a lovely top, accessories and heels if needs be.

What basic staple will you be wearing regularly this winter?

I'm dreaming of a Browns Christmas

Hi Santa, in case you're reading, here is my wishlist for Christmas this year-all from Browns, if you please,

Yves Saint Laurent, £2280
Pam Hogg tee, £55

Maison Martin Margiela, £735

Cute Boots at Browns

The lovely WendyB recently tried these gorgeous Dr Marten boots, but alas, without success. I loved them as soon as I saw them, but they don't have them in an 8, sigh!! But a quality gorgeous boot for the money for anyone else looking for that perfect winter boot!!

Dr Martens, £75

Of course, I had to browse the rest of Browns offerings (click on my title link to do the same) and here are my favourites of whats about:
Golden Goose, £410

Fendi, £375

Maison Martin Margiela, £390

Have a great weekend everyone!!

Black leather jacket

On Sunday, I went to the boot sale and found this 80s leather jacket. I remember having a black batwing sleeved leather jacket back then and I loved the fastenings on this one, so for £3, I had to bring it home with me!!

I wanted a loose fit black leather jacket, so I can wear it more in winter too.

Aah, the 80s revisited!! Some trends like cycling shorts for going out in (for the gym is obviously acceptable!), or the curly perm, will never be revisited by me, but I love batwing sleeves, body con dresses and leggings- I might even be persuaded to try shoulder pads again and acid wash (snow wash) denim if I found the right pieces!! Its all about having fun and trying different styles, thrifting allows that without breaking the bank!!.

Get out the Brights!!

Now its coming to winter, I'm finding it hard to put a spring into my step-style wise.

I've noticed that I've been thrifting a lot of black items recently and as much as they are staples for my wardrobe, black can be boring if its not jazzed up a bit. So, inspired by some fellow bloggers, here are some tips for putting a bit of a zing into your outfit:

1. Wear bright opaques tights, like Charlotte, such as purple, fuschia, red or royal blue.

2. Dig out a colourful silk scarf and tie it to your handbag or knot it round your neck.


3. Get out a coloured bag for winter-red or orange is a good contrast for an all black outfit.

4. Get out the statement jewellery-costume or the real thing will really lift an outfit.

5. Looking for new trousers? Take the lovely Karen and WendyBs lead and if you haven't already, consider some citrus brights to liven things up-they are a great year rounder.


Hope this inspires you to put some colour into your life-if all else fails, put some red lippy on!!