Sunglasses: Dorothy Perkins, via car boot sale
Jewellery: Vintage Pierre Cardin, via car boot sale
Bag: Vintage M&S, via car boot sale
Dress: F&F at Tesco, years and years ago.
Cardigan: Papaya, via charity shop
Coral loafers: Asda, years and years ago
Lipstick: Kiss Me Coral by Revlon (it matches my shoes)
It felt so good to be out in the sunshine, and to actually take my cardigan off (even though I'd only just bought it the day before, brand new with tags on for £2.99!). It had been chilly earlier that morning when we were out charity-shopping in a different town further down the valley, and then on the drive home the sun came out and it was really quite warm. Sunshine always makes outfit photos look better, so we made a quick pit-stop at the nearest available waste-ground, next to a Toby carvery, to take a few snaps before continuing home. I'm glad that I got the chance to wear something so summery, because the next day, the wind direction changed and it was so cold I had to wear my ski jacket to do a spot of weeding in the garden!
I'm curious to know about other bloggers' photo habits - are you an opportunistic outfit snapper, or do you always plan your photos in advance? And what do you think about the same old 'trends' being trotted out each year yet marketed as though they're completely new?
I wore this dress last with pink wedges and my dog cardigan, you can see that post here.
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Yep, gingham is in every spring, quelle surprise! I'm not complaining though when something I love is re-marketed and hits the shops again every year. I don't care what's trendy anyway, I just want new pretties I like ;) I think it's difficult being an opportunistic snapper when you work full time - I generally keep on top of he weather forecast all week and try to pick out the less windy, rainy and cold day to be the one we got some photos in. It helps me to know which day they'll be on so I don't have to bother so much with my hair and makeup the other one, heh. I actually much prefer overcast days for photos though - I took a batch in the bright sunshine yesterday and they've not come out as well as the ones I've been doing on cloudy days. Harsh lighting and weird shadows... But yours here look great so I'm clearly doing something wrong!! Have a lovely Sunday xx
ReplyDeleteMorning!! Gosh you're an early bird for a Sunday!!
DeleteI hear you about the weather - it makes me feel so resentful when it's a gorgeous day and I'm in work. I know a blogger who works nearby so I'm considering we start a sunny-day-lunchtime-photo-club??
I'm on holiday in Ireland so I should be asleep too but I'm too excited - last day today,
x
I'm an early bird everyday - this is what happens when you get up for work at half 5 in the morning; lie-ins become an impossibility!! That sounds like a great idea about a lunchtime photo club. Enjoy Ireland - jealous! xx
DeleteGingham, double denim and the nautical look are trotted out by the fashion mags every year, aren't they?
ReplyDeleteThat dress looks fab and I love your hair in bunches! Me in my 70s gingham maxi is my profile picture on Google. I bought it from a car boot sale for 50p 5 years ago and still adore it.
Planning photo locations? Never. I've always got my camera in my bag and occasionally I'll ask Jon to take a photo if we're out and about and passing somewhere interesting. xxx
I am so jealous that your amazing dress was only 50p!! Xxx
DeleteSometimes my photoshoots are spontaneous but mostly they are planned: I know what time of the day is best for taking photographs and what days I am free at that time and so, I plan accordingly. I agree that gingham is always in, whatever the name they give to this print. Your dress is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are very organised with the planning Olga! X
DeleteGingham, leopard print and nautical come round most years don't they, it does mean I can be almost fashionable sometimes!
ReplyDeleteHa!! Yes it's failsafe - zero effort but still on trend. X
DeleteYep...so true...you'd think they'd just invented gingham when they declare it the newest "trend". It is such a classic and I adore the dress on you and your pig-tails.
ReplyDeleteUnpredictable weather is why I've often been taking photos inside. We had 2 nice days and now it is back down to only 10 C. I missed my two days to get outfit shots done.
bisous
Suzanne
So annoying when the weather doesn't fit our blog schedule! I am jealous of bloggers in sunny climates where everyday is a good day for taking pictures. X
DeleteLovely! Such a great neckline, I found a very nice dress like this but it was halter neck which severely limits bra options so had to leave it in the charity shop xx
ReplyDeleteHave you ever thought of adding your own straps?? If it's a cheap charity shop dress then it's worth the time and effort! X
DeleteCan't beat gingham when the sun comes out! This is a perfectly classic gingham dress and it looks great with both of the different colors of cardigans. It really works as a neutral despite being a pattern. As for outfit photos, I usually plan them around when I know I can wrangle my mom into taking them for me! The hardest thing is finding good indoor places to take them when it is snowing and miserably cold out, as around where I live as everything is so modern suburbia!
ReplyDeleteI think it is indeed harder sometimes to find good spots for vintage outfit shoots - you can't really do the urban chic thing! So I empathise. Winter is really hard for blogging, I must remember to stockpile more winter looks in the months beforehand!! X
DeleteI love gingham and have probably worn it every year since I was born! It's a great timeless look and it's just great for the spring and summer months. I have two dresses, one black and white which I made and a pink and white one I bought from Laura Ashley a couple of years ago and now I plan to buy a beautiful red and white one from Lindy Bop, so I don't think you can ever have enough!
ReplyDeleteI know the Laura Ashley dress you mean!! I just picked up a red and white checked Laura Ashley top in a charity shop, think it was from around the same time as the pink and white dress x
DeleteI love gingham, gingham in winter, gingham in summer....although our winters are quite mild so it's never truly 'winter' winter here :)
ReplyDeleteLucky you! Sometimes I switch to Houndstooth for winter x
DeleteIt's the details that get me. :)
ReplyDeleteThe little bows enbroidered on your cardigan "posh up" the attire. :
You, my dear gal, are looking adorable!
Marija
The bows are just so darling aren't they?! Thank you x
DeleteSo true - vintage is always "in" and you look fab in this gingham dress! Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday, xo.
ReplyDeleteYou really look the part - gingham dress, the hair and cardi.. perfect!
ReplyDeleteThank you Mrs C! X
DeleteI simply adore the dress you are wearing!
ReplyDeleteAlena & http://garmentsspeech.blogspot.com
Lovely. I'm a fan of gingham. Like stripes or plaid, it's timeless. I like how it's a sweet pattern but in black and white, it's not sugary sweet :)
ReplyDeleteI own a similar dress, almost identical style but mine is in a smaller gingham print. Love that sky blue cardigan over this. You have styled it beautifully both times. I must wear mine, soon.
ReplyDeleteI think I remember the dress you mean Ada! The cardi is mint green but I suppose the sun makes it look blue? X
ReplyDeleteHi I am Debonita from www.elegantlyfashionable.com , I came acroos your blog via the Style Elixir blog linkup I love this Gingham dress, I have been trying to buy something like this since few months now. You look pretty xx
ReplyDeleteGingham's everywhere at the moment, so I hope you find your perfect dress! x
DeleteThis dress is so cute, Porcelina! Love how you've styled it, esp the hair!
ReplyDeleteDhruvi
Stilettos & Sequins
Cute! I love gingham!
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That's a cute outfit - and that cardi was such a bargain! You do make some good finds.
ReplyDeleteI plan my shoots, mainly because it involves wheedling the Mr into taking the photos. The exception is when I'm at an event, as he'll usually take photos at those, so I know he'll get one of the outfits too.
Aw, do you have to buy him treats to bribe him?! I can't stop mine, I ask for a single quick snap and five minutes later I'm still stood there... x
DeleteNah, but he has a monster camera setup, so there's making sure the batteries are charged and the right lenses are in the bag and he can think of a location... I need to get more experienced with my self-timer so I can do it myself in the garden.
DeleteI love this outfit! And, yes, I think gingham is always in style for spring/summer. It's practically the print of the season, as it evokes memories of picnics! Also I adore your carefree pig-tales. They are great!
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-Janey
I love this outfit! And, yes, I think gingham is always in style for spring/summer. It's practically the print of the season, as it evokes memories of picnics! Also I adore your carefree pig-tales. They are great!
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-Janey
Thank you, I think I need to try more things with my hair but I'm so lazy!! x
DeleteI agree, gingham never goes out of style. That is a such a great cardigan, what a great deal you got! <3
ReplyDeleteGina
Pink Wings
I was feeling pretty smug, is that bad?! x
DeleteYes, I adore gingham. It is such a beautiful classic (and also makes me think of the school dresses we used to wear which I loved!) and it never dates. Your one is lovely and fits you so well, nice with mint too. Ha, yes, they always try to convince us that they've reinvented the wheel- swines!x
ReplyDeleteOurs were red gingham at school! I'd forgotten about that! x
DeleteThis is such a cute look! I love the black and white gingham with the mint and coral, it's a very pretty combo.
ReplyDeleteI feel like gingham is pretty much always in for vintage lovers, but it does seem to come in and out in mainstream fashion. I remember looking for it a couple of years ago and coming up empty, so I'm glad it's more popular right now. I love it when mainstream intersects with my own interests, it makes shopping do much easier.
Honestly Jessica, that's one of the main reasons that I still read modern fashion magazines occasionally, so that i know when things are 'mainstream' and then I can start keeping an eye out on Ebay and at charity shops!! I was so, so happy when midi skirts came back in. x
DeleteI adore your gingham dress! It's so pretty with the coral and mint!
ReplyDeleteJill
Doused In Pink
I adore this gingham print dress on you and also the piggy tails in your hair! You make the outfit look so playful and fun! The coral color works well with it!
ReplyDeleteI love gingham so much! And your dress is timelessly beautiful! I would love it whether or not it was in fashion! :)
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted a gingham dress but never found one that was me. I always laugh when fashion industry declares these silly trends since it's pretty much the same each year. This dress is stunning on you, it's looks tailored just for you and I love it with your new cardigan find!
ReplyDeleteAs for pictures, I take mine each morning with in front of our house so I am not sure there's much planning. I would love to be more creative with my locations but there just is not enough time in the day for me to do that.
Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you next week. Have a great weekend!
Alice
www.happinessatmidlife.com
Beautiful dress! And you are right, such a classic! <3
ReplyDeleteSuch a great look!! Beautiful XO
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