I love this time of the season, when Spring/Summer fashion is getting brighter and breezier by the day. I have, of course, been perusing some of my favourite online shopping destinations to bring you my April Lust List... all the goodies that I kind of need in my life this month...
From a fashion point of view I am a 5ft 10 pear shape with a wide size 8 foot. My wardrobe ranges from a UK22 - UK32 depending where I shop and what style the clothes are. I even have a rather fabulous Primark kimono jacket in an 18 what fits really well - bonkers!
My choices are tailored to my tastes and what suits me best, so if you are similar in stature, size or shape to me then I'm sure you'll be wanting some of these beauties too...
1. ASOS CURVE Exclusive Brushed Wool Cape - £70
I know it's a wool cape so you're thinking NOT for summer but LOOK AT IT! I adore this and with a light outfit underneath it's ideal for Spring. Kind of English Heritage meets NYC fashionista. Love it.
2. YOURS CLOTHING Navy And Red Floral Stripe Print Midi Dress - £35
I love the retro flavour of this cute dress. Navy and red is one of my favorite combinations too! I'd personally wear it with blue jeggings and red flats. I might have to do just that actually...
Now, you may not be surprised to learn that one of my favourite shopping destinations is actually www.myvintage.co.uk! Funny that isn't it? Well my absolute must haves this month are as follows...
3. MY VINTAGE Vintage Style Black Cherry Belt - £10
Well as soon as I put this belt on, Lucy immediately ripped it off me (no, calm down let me finish) ripped the tag off and shouted YOURS, I'll buy it for you! So from there on in, I owned it! It's such a great versatile belt that can be worn on the waist or at the empire line, and who doesn't need cherry print in their life?
4. MY VINTAGE - Black Tropical Floral Print Audrey Dress - £35
There's not a lot I can say about this dress, other than I NEED IT! The colours are sooo good on me and for someone who has a smaller top half and larger bottom half, the fit is ideal and very flattering.
5. MY VINTAGE Designer Vintage Bright Silk Moschino Scarf -£120
As we already know, I do love a scarf, and I do love my bright colours. This amazing original vintage scarf from Moschino is one of my absolute favourites and is a great way to inject some colour into your everyday wardrobe. And like any piece of original vintage, it's only ever going to increase in value. It's a winner!
6. EVANS Ivory Art Print Shirt - £35
I NEEEEED this shirt in my life. It's just the right thing to throw over black leggings and a top when I'm in a rush but still want that retro edge. I do love how Evans clothing is really shaped properly for larger proportions too, rather than a size 8 sample just being made bigger (you know what I'm talking about)
7. EVANS Scarlett and Jo Black Mesh Insert Dress - £65
This dress is just too cute and has several elements that I love. A stretchy short sleeved top with cheeky mesh insert and real 1950's flavour, plus bold jewel colours - faaaaabulous!
8. NEW LOOK Wide Fit Pink Leather Caged Shoes - £27.99
I wear flats 99% of the time. Mainly because I'm just not great in heels these days but also because when you're as tall as I am, you don't really want or need to be any taller! As much as I love my ballet pumps, sandals and Converse, I am always thrilled when I find cute new flats in a different style than I already wear. These New Look wide fit shoes are just adorable and will go with so many different outfits. They also come in white, but I think this pale pink will be much better on my pale skin and more wearable too. Need!
9. RIVER ISLAND White Slogan iPhone 5 Case - £8.00
Anyone who knows me, know that this is one of my absolute favourite things to say. And who doesn't love a hashtag? It's a dream come true in a phone case. I may have already ordered it...
10. TOPSHOP - Pineapple Straw Tote Bag - £28
Another vintage/retro icon is of course the pineapple, so this Topshop tote bag is brilliant for the beach or those days when your normal handbag just won't cut the mustard. Ewwwww, mustard and pineapple. Queasy, much?!
I hope you loved my round-up for this month my lovelies, let me know your favourites!
Em x

Plus size glamourpuss, love of fashion, makeup, beauty, hair, musicals, cake, shiny things and gin. Proud mother and hardworking owner of www.myvintage.co.uk Founder of Feel It Wear It Own It and #FeelGoodFriday. Campaigning for positive body image for EVERYONE. I believe that everyBODY is beautiful...
Showing posts with label retro dresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label retro dresses. Show all posts
Wednesday, 8 April 2015
Tuesday, 24 February 2015
The Oscars 2015 - My Favourite Frocks...
Oooooh, it's that time of year again where the red carpets are flooded with silk and sequins and oh how I love to ooooh and ahhhh over the array of designer frocks on show.
Here are my favourite dresses from the night of the year in all their glory...
As always, there were so many gorgeous dresses and amazing pieces of jewellery at this year's Oscars that I struggling to pick out only a few. I hope you like my choices and I would love to see and hear your favourites too! Let me know in the comments below or drop me a tweet or Facebook post...
Bye for now,
Em x
Here are my favourite dresses from the night of the year in all their glory...
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Emma Stone looking amazing in Elie Saab |
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This gorgeous Givenchy gown has a real vintage flavour. Full marks Jessica Chastain! |
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I loved this green Jenny Packham dress on America Ferrera. |
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Anna Faris glittered and sparkled in champagne. |
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Ravishing red lace for Rosamund Pike - stunning! |
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Thakoon custom made this peach gown for Anna Kendrick - lucky girl! |
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Jennifer Hudson was sleek and chic in understated lemon. |
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And finally, the lovely Dakota Johnson wowed in red Saint Laurent. |
As always, there were so many gorgeous dresses and amazing pieces of jewellery at this year's Oscars that I struggling to pick out only a few. I hope you like my choices and I would love to see and hear your favourites too! Let me know in the comments below or drop me a tweet or Facebook post...
Bye for now,
Em x
Wednesday, 25 September 2013
Vintage Dress of the Week! 1950s Velvet!
Made from a green and deep pink smudge print velvet, this is one of these dream dresses that really doesn't come around often.
A UK Size 8 with a super cinched waist, this is a dress that even the Mad Men ladies would lust after...
Click here to go straight to the item page online...
http://www.myvintage.co.uk/latest-products/vintage-inspired-1950s-style-black-cherry-swing-dress.html
Over and out
Em
A UK Size 8 with a super cinched waist, this is a dress that even the Mad Men ladies would lust after...
Click here to go straight to the item page online...
http://www.myvintage.co.uk/latest-products/vintage-inspired-1950s-style-black-cherry-swing-dress.html
Over and out
Em
x
Monday, 6 May 2013
What a waist...
The gorgeous Kirsten Dunst was spotted out and about in LA this week in this cute navy 1940s vintage style shirt dress...
Perfect for spring and summer, the vintage shirt dress (or shirtwaister dress) is one of those essential wardrobe staples. Often referred to as a tea dress, this button front dress with a-line skirt is great for days out, dates, shopping, lunching, holidays and more. And in the chillier months, just add opaque tights and boots et voila!
My Vintage offer a vast selection of vintage shirt dresses from every decade and here are a few of my favourites...
Vintage 1980s Forest Green Faux Silk Day Dress Size 10 |
Vintage 1960s Apple Green Waffled Day Dress Size 10 |
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1980s Vintage Jaeger Navy & White Floral Dress Size 14/16 |
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Vintage 1980s Kitsch Jungle Print Cotton Shirtwaister Dress 12/14 |
I'd love to know your favourite? Drop me a comment below.
Em
x
Wednesday, 27 March 2013
Our beautiful retro dresses on film!
Hi all, thanks for stopping by!
Today I have taken to the video camera again to bring you a lovely brand spanking new vid from the heart of vintage loveliness - My Vintage!
Showcasing some of our stunning retro/rockabilly/50s style frocks, this video tells you all you need to know!
A snip at £55 I'm sure you'll agree. And if you would like to ask anything or make a purchase just drop me a line I'll be happy to help!
Don't forget there are lots of yummy vintage clothes and retro clothes at your disposal at www.myvintage.co.uk and I will see you soon for another slice of action!
Em x
Thursday, 22 March 2012
Vintage Clothing Item of the Day - Vintage Style 1940s Inspired Animal Print Dress
Item of the Day - Vintage Style 1940s Inspired Animal Print Dress
From our ravishing range of vintage inspired dresses take inspiration from the glamour and sex appeal of the 1940s and 50s!
This wild animal print dress clings to all the right places! Deep golden brown velvet finished with a black trim and handmade buttons.
Currently available in sizes 8, 10 and 12 and yours for £50!
Click here for full details and to buy http://www.myvintage.co.uk/p/5592428/vintage-inspired-pin-up40s-style-rosanna-velvet-leopard-dress.html
Vintage dresses, vintage style dresses, vintage inspired dresses, reproduction dresses, animal print dresses, retro dresses, pin up dresses, burlesque dresses, vintage clothing, vintage accessories and more from www.myvintage.co.uk !
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