Here's a great sweater to fancy-up an outfit a little more than a usual cardigan. The front has draping chiffon; the whole thing is a beautiful deep plum colour.
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: H&M
Section: Sweaters
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: ~ $30
Peplum is all the rage these days! I love how this one isn't just one layer; it also has other less volumous ruffles that give the skirt more va-va-voom!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Vero Moda
Section: Skirts
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: ?
I have been looking for this hat for over a year!! And I spotted it while going up the escalator of a local mall. I yelped when I saw it on a lower floor and dragged the boyfriend back down the opposite elevator to go find it. I am a huge follower of the TV show White Collar and this hat is the key item in the dashingly-dressed character's wardrobe. I really hope I look just as cool in it...
Store: Moulé (Park Royal Mall)
Brand: The Hatter Company
Section: Sidewalk sale-type display
What I Paid: $28
What it's Worth: $48
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
Friday, August 3, 2012
Dress Design Collab: Fabric Shopping
As part two of our designer collab with designer Rebecca Elizabeth, we made our way to downtown Vancouver to find the perfect fabric for our dress. The fabric needed to be light enough for a summer dress and give the skirt the perfect amount of flounce. To keep it trendy, we went for a bright tangerine colour. With so much going on on the back of the dress, it's a good idea to keep the pattern simple.
Dressew has the most insane variety of fabrics in every pattern and colour you can imagine! Then, just when you think you've seen it all, you realize there is a whole other floor downstairs with every other sewing item you could possibly need. We ended a successful day with fabric, matching zipper, and a few other goodies in hand.
Next? Making the 'test run' or muslin dress in the next post.
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
Dressew has the most insane variety of fabrics in every pattern and colour you can imagine! Then, just when you think you've seen it all, you realize there is a whole other floor downstairs with every other sewing item you could possibly need. We ended a successful day with fabric, matching zipper, and a few other goodies in hand.
Next? Making the 'test run' or muslin dress in the next post.
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Thrifty Thursday
I've got a wide variety of finds for you this week, folks! My favourites? A vintage, unworn blouse by a local Vancouver company with the original Eaton's tags attached, and a decadently soft cashmere Neiman Marcus sweater in perfect condition. Still not on the thrifting bandwagon yet? I think you might be when you see what that sweater is worth!
I don't have a business career yet, but when I do I am going to strut my stuff in this modern design with a pair of shiny black patent heels!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Unknown
Section: Dresses
What I Paid: $6.99
What it's Worth: ?
This blouse is more than just an item of clothing, it's a history piece! The Museum of Vancouver actually has a similar blouse from Original Blouse Co. in their collection. My lovely neighbour had set it aside for me at her garage sale and I couldn't believe this beauty was mine for such a steal!
Store: Neighbour's garage sale
Brand: Original Blouse Co.
Section: N/A
What I Paid: $2
What it's Worth: $5.95 (circa 1950-1959)
I'm not generally a big fan of starchy white blouses, so when I found this breezy chiffon blouse, I thought it would be a better business-attire option. Keep it classy with a cream tank or vamp it up a bit after work with a splash of colour underneath!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Bandolino
Section: Blouses
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: ?
I think this sweater is one of my most prized thrifting finds to date! I have been keeping an eye out for a cream cashmere sweater for a year now, and lo and behold, I finally found it. This is going to be great for fall with a pair of casual jeans and maybe some pearls and my black D&G glasses: super cozy and chic.
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Neiman Marcus
Section: Sweaters
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: $225
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
I don't have a business career yet, but when I do I am going to strut my stuff in this modern design with a pair of shiny black patent heels!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Unknown
Section: Dresses
What I Paid: $6.99
What it's Worth: ?
This blouse is more than just an item of clothing, it's a history piece! The Museum of Vancouver actually has a similar blouse from Original Blouse Co. in their collection. My lovely neighbour had set it aside for me at her garage sale and I couldn't believe this beauty was mine for such a steal!
Store: Neighbour's garage sale
Brand: Original Blouse Co.
Section: N/A
What I Paid: $2
What it's Worth: $5.95 (circa 1950-1959)
I'm not generally a big fan of starchy white blouses, so when I found this breezy chiffon blouse, I thought it would be a better business-attire option. Keep it classy with a cream tank or vamp it up a bit after work with a splash of colour underneath!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Bandolino
Section: Blouses
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: ?
I think this sweater is one of my most prized thrifting finds to date! I have been keeping an eye out for a cream cashmere sweater for a year now, and lo and behold, I finally found it. This is going to be great for fall with a pair of casual jeans and maybe some pearls and my black D&G glasses: super cozy and chic.
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Neiman Marcus
Section: Sweaters
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: $225
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
Monday, July 30, 2012
Vancouver Vogue Dress Design Collaboration
I have a very exciting project in the works which I can't wait to share with all of you! My photographer's sister Rebecca (Rebecca Elizabeth Designs) is currently a fashion design student at the University of the Fraser Valley and agreed to do a collaboration with Vancouver Vogue.
We wanted to design a dress that would embody the style of this blog: a piece that would be fresh and trendy yet have a definite vintage flair. We decided on a boat neckline- very Audrey Hepburn, and full skirt. The back is open with a bow and cut out which gives it the most adorable detailing. We wanted to keep the length longer to balance out the openess of the back. I drew out some very crude looking sketches to show her what I was thinking and she made a much better looking sketch of what I was going for. She took the sketches home and came back with these beautifully done drawings of THE Vancouver Vogue dress!
Every Monday for the month of August I'll be posting the design progress and eventually unveil the final product. So make sure to keep checking in!
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
We wanted to design a dress that would embody the style of this blog: a piece that would be fresh and trendy yet have a definite vintage flair. We decided on a boat neckline- very Audrey Hepburn, and full skirt. The back is open with a bow and cut out which gives it the most adorable detailing. We wanted to keep the length longer to balance out the openess of the back. I drew out some very crude looking sketches to show her what I was thinking and she made a much better looking sketch of what I was going for. She took the sketches home and came back with these beautifully done drawings of THE Vancouver Vogue dress!
Every Monday for the month of August I'll be posting the design progress and eventually unveil the final product. So make sure to keep checking in!
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Thrifty Thursday
I'm officially going crazy for mint! I honestly doubted at the beginning of the season that I would actually end up owning a piece of mint clothing, but to my surprise, I've managed to get my thrifty hands on 4 separate items! You've already seen my mint Zara jeans and dip-dyed maxi skirt here and now I've found 2 more: a Zara dress and a cardigan from H&M.
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Zara
Section: Featured items (front of the store)
What I paid: $8.99 + $15 for a new zipper
What it's worth: $89
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: H&M
Section: Sweaters
What I paid: $6.99
What it's worth: $24.95
I've had this dress for a year now but just got around to getting the zipper replaced recently. I found this scarlet dream at The Bay downtown and it was heavily reduced because of a broken zipper. I bought it anyway and I'm so glad I did: yes, it has a heart cutout on the back!!!
Store: The Bay
Brand: Material Girl
Section: Women's Clothing, Material Girl, Reduced Rack
What I paid: $15.25 + $15 for a new zipper
What it's worth: $45
I spotted this tough-looking baby and knew it had to be mine! Studs and spikes are a great way to spice up an otherwise plain piece. Where I found this item brings up a valuable lesson for would-be thrifters: always go through the discards from the change room! Think about it: these are the pieces other people thought were attractive enough to try on, but just didn't work out size-wise. Think of this rack as the cherry-picked items, ripe for your discovery!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Yalosangeles
Section: Changing room discards rack
What I paid: $6.99
What it's worth: ?
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Zara
Section: Featured items (front of the store)
What I paid: $8.99 + $15 for a new zipper
What it's worth: $89
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: H&M
Section: Sweaters
What I paid: $6.99
What it's worth: $24.95
I've had this dress for a year now but just got around to getting the zipper replaced recently. I found this scarlet dream at The Bay downtown and it was heavily reduced because of a broken zipper. I bought it anyway and I'm so glad I did: yes, it has a heart cutout on the back!!!
Store: The Bay
Brand: Material Girl
Section: Women's Clothing, Material Girl, Reduced Rack
What I paid: $15.25 + $15 for a new zipper
What it's worth: $45
I spotted this tough-looking baby and knew it had to be mine! Studs and spikes are a great way to spice up an otherwise plain piece. Where I found this item brings up a valuable lesson for would-be thrifters: always go through the discards from the change room! Think about it: these are the pieces other people thought were attractive enough to try on, but just didn't work out size-wise. Think of this rack as the cherry-picked items, ripe for your discovery!
Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Yalosangeles
Section: Changing room discards rack
What I paid: $6.99
What it's worth: ?
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Look of the Week: Mixing hues
This is my new favourite colour combo: mint and hot pink. It's a great way to transition soft spring pastels to summer by adding a pop of neon/bright colour.
I stumbled upon this colour combo while trying to figure out what to wear under the dress. The back and shoulders are completely see-through lace so its difficult to find something that doesn't show. Rather than trying to find something that won't show, find something that will! I added a splash of pink by wearing the bandeau I thrifted here that you can see right through the lace. To make sure it looks intentional, I matched my shoes to the pink. I would also recommend trying a hot pink skinny belt with a mint dress or jeans to achieve the same effect.
Clearly I was feeling very Audrey Hepburn-esque today. I tried a sock bun tutorial on Youtube that worked marvellously and threw on some oversized shades for a touch of glamour. This is totally going to be my go-to look for fall during school: high bun, big shades, loose cozy sweater and tights.
Find what you need to make this look:
Dress-Zara(thrifted, details to come in this week's Thrifty Thursday), Bandeau-Elena(thrifted here), Shades-Bizou, Purse-Vintage, Bracelets-Barefoot Contessa, Shoes-Army&Navy
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
I stumbled upon this colour combo while trying to figure out what to wear under the dress. The back and shoulders are completely see-through lace so its difficult to find something that doesn't show. Rather than trying to find something that won't show, find something that will! I added a splash of pink by wearing the bandeau I thrifted here that you can see right through the lace. To make sure it looks intentional, I matched my shoes to the pink. I would also recommend trying a hot pink skinny belt with a mint dress or jeans to achieve the same effect.
Clearly I was feeling very Audrey Hepburn-esque today. I tried a sock bun tutorial on Youtube that worked marvellously and threw on some oversized shades for a touch of glamour. This is totally going to be my go-to look for fall during school: high bun, big shades, loose cozy sweater and tights.
Find what you need to make this look:
Happy Styling! xo
~Britta
Saturday, July 7, 2012
22nd Birthday Tea!
I celebrated my 22nd birthday with friends this past Monday at the Secret Garden Tea Company in Kerrisdale. I go for afternoon tea any chance I get: who wouldn't be in favour of dressing up, sipping tea, and tasting dainty sweets? My favourite tea of the day was Provence, which had lovely hints of lavender...I felt like I was in the south of France! As for the food, by the far our favourite finger food were the scones. Something about them is just so ridiculously yummy! Add that tasty Devonshire cream and jam and this is one scrumptious little snack. We continued on from the Secret Garden Tea Co to Granville Island market for some drinks, then finished off the evening with an absolutely fantastic meal at Caché in Yaletown.
My birthday dress was featured here on Thrifty Thursday a while back. It's by a local designer French Spy and features a silk sash and full skirt. To keep with the vintage feel of the dress, I added red lips and polka dot heels: my favourite colour combo has always been red, white and black. Side note: Maybelline SuperStay 10hr Stain Gloss has an AWESOME red lipstick. It doesn't stay on for 10 hours, but it does last really well and doesn't dry out or crack. This is my new go-to red lipstick (even those it's really a gloss!).
The beautiful lace umbrella was a birthday gift from some of my close girl friends, who picked it up from my favourite store in Fort Langley: the Little White House. I've never wished for rain, but it was nice to have been able to use it right away!
My birthday dress was featured here on Thrifty Thursday a while back. It's by a local designer French Spy and features a silk sash and full skirt. To keep with the vintage feel of the dress, I added red lips and polka dot heels: my favourite colour combo has always been red, white and black. Side note: Maybelline SuperStay 10hr Stain Gloss has an AWESOME red lipstick. It doesn't stay on for 10 hours, but it does last really well and doesn't dry out or crack. This is my new go-to red lipstick (even those it's really a gloss!).
The beautiful lace umbrella was a birthday gift from some of my close girl friends, who picked it up from my favourite store in Fort Langley: the Little White House. I've never wished for rain, but it was nice to have been able to use it right away!
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