Winter is in town

Winter is my favourite season. I am a winter child, was born in January and love me some snow. I always wish for snow during Christmas, but these past years, we almost never had snow for that wonderful time of the year. Luckily Mr.B and I moved to a small village in the mountains last summer and this also means more snow!! So while everyone in my old hometown is dreaming of those white fields, we got them right in our backyard. It's beautiful, but of course brings some hassles as well, like to shovel snow. But Mr.B grew up with that and says it's a good workout, so I rarely have to do it myself. The snow makes for a great backdrop though and I got inspired to show you more outfits on this little blog once again. It was a bit more quiet here in 2017, due to our move and missing time, but I feel a lot more inspired now and want to get into a more frequent rythm once again. So here it goes, my first snowy post for 2018.

I wore my pretty tartan skirt by Vivien of Holloway and added a cardigan by the same brand to the look. Red and purple/green work really well together and that cardigan is an awesome staple in my wardrobe. I do need to add a couple more to my closet, as they got so many pretty colors. The wintery look wasn't complete without a woolen hat and scarf. This set was handmade by my mom. She is such a great crafter and I love all her knitted things. The brooch is something special that gives the cardigan a little something something. It was given to me by my mom and she got it from her mom at some point. Definitely a nice hand me down. I'll treasure it forever.

What I wore

Cardigan & Skirt: VivienofHolloway

Shirt: no name

Scarf & Hat: handmade by mom

Bag: gift, Aldo

Shoes: Deichmann

Bracelet: thrifted

Brooch: heirloom

Tights: Esda

Strawberries

I have been a little MIA, because we are still moving house. It has been a working process and now our little kitten joined our family and needs a lot of attention. Outfits and fashion have been a little bit less important even though I got this beautiful walk-in closet now. Sadly, haven't had a lot of time to utilize it, but will make it work. This look that I am posting here today has been on my mind for a while, but I only managed to wear it now. I got the strawberry dress as my first ever 50s inspired reproduction dress several years back and always had a full on strawberry look in mind. This summer, I finally got the matching strawberry wicker bag to the dress and some time back, my mom got those swarovsky crystal earrings for me on during one of her vacations. It's a dream combination.

What I wore

Dress: Hell Bunny

Cardigan: VivienofHolloway

Necklace & Earrings: gifts

Tights: Esda

Shoes: Deichmann

Bag: Collectif

4th of July look

This look definitely comes a little late, as the 4th July was like 3 weeks ago, but I still wanted to share this look.  My history with America is well known and I still love this country. It holds a special place in my heart and I do feel a little patriotic every July. My time in the USA was special and I love wearing red white and blue for Independence Day. This look is also special as I got this dress at VivienofHolloway during my trip to London in May. The kitty dress is a vintage reproduction style right up my alley with wooden buttons, front pockets, an original 40s cut and this beautiful Hawaiian print. I just had to have it and could see myself buying it in more patterns as well!

What I wore

Dress: VivienofHolloway

Jacket & Belt: Primark

Shoes: Deichmann

Bag & Necklace: heirloom

Bracelet: Bijou Brigitte

Tights: Esda

Stripes and Checkers

I finally get to share these beautiful shots in front of my favourite trees. These pink blossoms are the best backdrop each year and I am sad to leave it behind as Mr.B and I will be moving at the end of the Summer. But these beautiful pictures will be a fond memory of mine! It's an everyday look that I have worn on several occasions. I will retire the skirt for the summer for now, but bring it back out for the new season of Outlander in September. You gotta wear that plaid for Jamie and Claire :) That little polkatot clutch was a great find at TKMaxx. Love the print and the size is great. I use it on trips to store my essentials and then just take that with me or pack it in another bag. Also great as an Airport essentials purse.

What I wore

Skirt: VivienofHolloway

Shirt: Aldi

Jacket & Scarf: Primark

Shoes: Deichmann

Leggins: Long Tall Sally

Bag: TKMaxx

Pins: Disney Store

Lilac Roses

My first find from our trip to London is this beautiful skirt with lilac roses by VivienofHolloway. I really love their products as they make everything in the UK and sew it according to original vintage patterns. Definitely on the more pricy side, but totally worth it. I adore the print and the color is just up my sleeve. The fabric is on the heavy side and nothing for the hot summer months, but it also means that a petticoat is not really needed to keep the form of the skirt. Definitely one of my new favourites!

What I wore

Skirt: VivienofHolloway

Shirt: Ernsting's Family

Scarf: gift

Jacket: Primark

Tights: Esda

Shoes & Bags: Deichmann

Pin: Harry Potter Studios

Necklace: heirloom

Bracelet: handmade

Tartan Chic

Do you know the feeling when you want something for ages and never manage to get it? That's how I felt about a nice Winter circle skirt. Most of the time, the circle skirts are too short for me, have a fabric that wrinkles like crazy or don't look good without a petticoat. I have been searching for one for years and finally found VivienofHolloway, a British vintage inspired brand that sells retro looks made in the UK. I fell in love with their products right away, but was scared to order as they don't give skirt/dress length measurements and I was suspecting that the hem would not hit the knee for me as is my preferred skirt length. I am travelling to London in May and was planning to visit their store then, but I fell in love with their tartan skirts in Autumn and when the last batch of skirts came in online, I took the plunge and ordered this beauty. I am so glad I did. It has become a huge favourite of mine and the compliments that I am receiving every time do confirm that. The sizing is true to size and the length is perfect. Now, I definitely need to visit the store in May as I have my eye on several dresses as well! 

What I wore

Skirt: VivienofHolloway

Top & Jacket: Primark

Pin: VixenbyMichelinePitt

Tights: Esda

Shoes: Deichmann

Bag: Aldo

Watch: Skagen