real talk
Warm Winter
10 September 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
I've finally fallen for charity shops. The other day, I tweeted "Charity shops are just vintage gold mines" and this couldn't be more true. I never used to really shop in any sort of charity shop, not for any particular reason I just never went in. I live in quite an industrial village in Yorkshire, so there's literally charity shops everywhere especially towards the centre of the town. I recently went into a shop that supports Sue Ryder - a charity which supports people with complex needs and life-threatening illnesses across the UK and internationally. As soon as I walked into the door, it was like a vintage overload. There were amazing colours and pattens everywhere I looked and I couldn't contain my excitement. After browsing around for a while, and even buying a few bags and dresses, I came across this huge coat that was only £10 in the store. I did my research and the brand is INSERT BRAND HERE. It actually turns out, this coat would retail for almost £200. This coat is a little big for me, but I never have to layer underneath because it's so thick and warm inside. The lining is maybe the softest fur I've ever come across, as well as the coat exterior being leather so it's waterproof. I can't wait for the snow to blanket the whole of Yorkshire, so I can walk the dales in this coat without completely freezing solid.
Coat - charity shop
Vest top - Topshop
Jeans - Next
Shoes - Schuh
Bag - market stall
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Pragmatic Prices
9 July 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
I am a huge believer in being honest and presenting yourself as you really are, rather than showcasing a false personality. I like the phrase "I'm not negative, I'm just realistic" because for me, it's more than true. Sometimes I just can't help but be honest, say things as they are and see the rational side to a situation. I'm not the type of blogger than has thousands to spend on hauls and styles that I can wear each and every day. I see nothing wrong with recycling what you've got and experimenting with what's there rather than becoming distressed by trying to reach the unrealistic goals that are sometimes set in society. I love high fashion, I adore expensive things and I believe I have aspects of my personality that are identical to Holly Golightly in my obsession with how 'the other half' live. But I also love a bargain (real Yorkshire talk), and I am the type of person that looks at price tags; unfortunately I don't have the privilege of being able to ignore how many zeros I see on a label.
That's the inspiration or motivation behind today's post and outfit. I've recently learnt that charity shops are like little treasure chests, along with stores like TK Maxx and even supermarkets. Yes, that particular way of shopping may not be as glorified as spending £60.00 on a t-shirt, but if you look good and feel good, I don't see it causing any harm. Some people may see shopping on a budget as a downfall or a disadvantage, but I see it as an open window into a whole other world of unique and one-off pieces to add to a slowly growing collection.
Mini-rant over. Today I'm wearing an oversized check shirt that is super cosy as it's made of cotton and I actually found in a sale. Most people like to wear check shirts around their waist, which is a trend I like, but when wearing them myself, I like to actually wear them as an open or closed shirt. They're also great in the summer as the oversized style keeps you cool all day without having to strip off. I chose to leave the top few buttons open which creates much more of a relaxed look, whereas when all the buttons are fasted, the shirt takes a straighter shape and looks a little more formal.
Shirt - George at Asda
Leggings - made for me
Boots - Brantano
Bag - gift
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