Friday, 21 February 2014

1950's Shirtwaister for #PassionforFashion

We actually had a sunny day, two weeks ago today exactly.  I quickly grabbed my sunglasses and struck a pose - I've been missing the natural light for outfit photos!  I was off to visit a friend and her newborn baby, and she's quite a stylish arty type so I thought I'd better make myself look presentable.

1950s shirtwaister

I'm linking up again today with Passion for Fashion, so head over to either Rachel the Hat or Lena B to have a look at what everyone else is blogging about today!

A shirt dress is so easy to wear, don't you think?  Perfect for dressing up or down.



 Dress: 1950's vintage ('Texas' shirtwaister)
Cardigan: Collectif
Ankle boots: J Shoes
Sunglasses: Gift

29 comments:

  1. Hello,Ciao...lovely shirtdress,beautiful drawing and colours of the little birds...greatlook!

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  2. Lovely dress! I badly need some of these in my wardrobe and thankfully have a pattern, so I hope it isn't too hard to make!

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    1. Oh gosh, you are clever, intending to sew something as big as a dress! Good luck - can't wait to see photos!! P x

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  3. That cardigan is gorgeous!

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. It seems to be popular! I'll have to wear it more often. P x

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  4. Really cute outfit! I love this style of dresses at the moment, and it really suits you :) Plus the little birds on the cardigan are so cute too!
    Sian xx Rebel Angel

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    1. Thanks Sian! Cheers for stopping by! P x

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  5. You look adorable, darling!
    The red embroidered cardigan is fabulous. It reflects spring, therefore I'm loving it.
    (might I notice the sunshine around you - I'm a bit envious, since we're having clouds and a good chance of rain)

    Many hugs
    Marija

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    1. The sunshine didn't last Maja, sigh, but let's hope Spring isn't too far now! p x

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  6. Oh please send some sunshine my way. Your outfit is just lovely and love those sunglasses. I've been on the hunt for a new pair for the next summer.

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  7. It's such a fabulously easy to wear piece! I sport shirtwaist dresses more often than any other style in my daily life. For a while, I wore one (80s does 40s) floral print one so often, the postman even commented on how it must have been a favourite of mine (because he saw me open the door in it so often).

    Many happy congratulations to your friends on their new bundle of joy!

    ♥ Jessica

    *PS* You look terrific - that cardigan is making me go weak in the knees (want/love!).

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    1. I've got a lovely mental image of you in a floral dress greeting the postie! Thank you, glad you like the look, you are the icon of style so it makes me feel good that you have given it the thumbs up! P x

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  8. I love that cardigan! So cute. Red and black is one of my favorite combos. Shirtwaists are one of my favorite dress silhouettes. You look fantastic!

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    1. Thank you Paulette, red and black is never a shy look, so you have to feel confident to wear it I think! Some days I go for something a bit more subtle! P x

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  9. Oh yes, I am also a fan of a shirtdress or two, great that they can be dressed up or down (usually down for me!), lovely shoes too! :)

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    1. Shirtdresses are the future I think Katie! P x

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  10. Looooooove shirtdresses -- so easy, comfortable, versatile. And the swallows on your cardigan -- so lovely! Stopping by from the Passion for Fashion linkup :)

    Jen @ Librarian for Life & Style

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    1. Aw, it's good the #passionforfashion link, I've discovered lots of lovely new blogs! Thanks for stopping by, P x

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  11. I am sooo jealous of your gorgeous cardigan!!!

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    1. Collectif has regular sales - you can probably pick one up for about half price!! P x

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  12. what a sweet look! i´m in love with your super cute cardigan!!! swallows!!!!;) and red is always my favorite color!
    wish you a wonderful weekend!
    kiss,mary
    http://www.maryloucinnamon.com/

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    1. Red never fails does it? Thank you for stopping by! P x

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  13. the cardigan is very cute! love the little birds

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    1. They are sweet, aren't they? I love birds on clothes! P x

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  14. Lovely dress, I love how you styled it with the red cardigan. The bird motif is beautiful!
    dimplesdiaries
    x

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    1. Thank you Hannah, it is certainly one of my favourite cardigans! P x

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  15. Me encanta ! es perfecto ♥ besos guapa .

    www.laquintaavenida-z.blogspot.com

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