Welcome to our monthly Style Not Age challenge.
It's Hilda's turn to choose our theme this month and this time she's given us all the opportunity to showcase a blast from the past by way of one of our own vintage pieces. For me this means my 20 year old leopard print fur that I bought from Dorothy Perkins two decades ago. I remember turning up to Sasha's Christmas play wearing this and as I walked into the room someone joked that I was wearing Bet Lynch's coat - everyone laughed, including me. (To my 10 year old daughter this was probably one of her first public exposures to parental embarrassment.) Some 20 years down the line this coat doesn't draw a comment as it's back in fashion, although in my eyes it never went out!
But, let's shilly-shally no longer. Here's what my blogging friends wore as trend setters all those years ago...
Hilda found her beautiful velvet jacket and ornate boots when she was clearing out her attic. What a great discovery! They hark back to the 1990's and haven't lost any of their charm, have they? See more on Over The Hilda.
Jacqui of Mummabstylish is sporting her vintage trench coat which dates back to 1987, a purchase from Principles. I love the handbag which is vintage too. The black and white shot is a great touch Jacqui!
Emma of Style Splash has been raiding her attic too and has come up with this fabulous mix of old and new to create her very unique look. Do pop across to her blog for all the details.
My gold dress has a vintage feel to it although it's not (well, not that I know). I bought it in a charity shop earlier this year. It's from M&S and somehow feels a bit 1940's - maybe thanks to the pussycat bow.
Rings are pre-loved.
There's nothing vintage about these boots though. I don't think Zara even existed 20 years ago, although I do remember having knee length sock boots when I was only about 12 years old, making that fashion over 50 years old. Wow, that makes me feel rather ancient!
I like the notion that this doorway may indeed be a back-to-the-past portal.
Ah well, it seems a magic portal it's not, just the gateway to a very windy viewpoint.
I do hope you've enjoyed our fashion stroll down memory lane, and please do hop across to my fellow bloggers to read more about their outfits.
Anna x
The coat is gorgeous Anna. For Dorothy Perkins it's very lux looking.Just goes to show how brands change through the years.xx
ReplyDeleteI think that 20 or so years ago, Dorothy Perkins was very much the place to shop! So yes, it just shows how these brands to change or at least their status does.
DeleteAnother fun challenge Anna, your outfit is fabulous as always. What a great prompt eh? Jacqui x
ReplyDeleteI did have my reservations about this one Jacqui, but didn't it turn out well?
DeleteThat's such a great idea for the group challenge, Anna! I love seeing what kind of "homegrown vintage" our fashionable friends have in their closets. Your coat is stunning!!
ReplyDeleteCheers Sheila. I loved this challenge (once I'd alighted on the right piece) and yes, it's great to see all of these vintage fashions.
DeleteGorgeous coat Anna! I love your dress and ankle boots too. I've always loved leopard print but it took me a while to find the confidence to wear it. Bet Lynch associations were strong in the 80s and 90s, which made it seem a bit trashy - that's what put me off wearing my waistcoat...but now I can't get enough of it! Hope you had a great trip!
ReplyDeleteEmma xxx
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I think we all felt a bit tarred with that trashy association, didn't we Emma? And suddenly all these animal prints are deemed as so mainstream. Funny eh?
DeleteGosh, if you ever get tired of your collection boots, think of me!😂😂😂
ReplyDeleteI can say that same back to you Nancy xxx
DeleteI love that coat and adore how you put the fab retro style dress with it. The entire ensemble is gorgeous and I always love the backdrops for your pics. This is particularly stunning.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Hilda. It was one of those last minute pairings which was a lovely surprise when it worked.
DeleteAnna, this coat is amazing! I have a very similar one that I bought at a second hand shop last year and it definitely has a very vintage feel to it. But I am unsure of how old it is. I feel a bit like Hollywood when I wear it! I am loving your gold dress, too, and those amazing sock booties! I think some of my oldest wardrobe pieces are coats as well. It seems to be the thing that we hold onto longest.
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I too feel a bit Hollywood when I wear this Shelbee! And yes, I think you're right about us holding onto our coats the longest - maybe because we pay more for them? Or are they just too useful to get rid of?
Deletelove the idea of some 'homegrown vintage' and love your coat too and how you styled it with the golden dress to create a 40's vibe!
ReplyDeleteFabulous pics!
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