I love seeing what other people wear, and have long admired the style of fashion bloggers like Vixen Vintage, Diary of a Vintage Girl and Everything Looks Rosie. Inspired by them, I thought I'd start sharing my own outfits here on the blog and show how I like to incorporate vintage clothes from my own wardrobe into my everyday life.
I took these photos last week when we had a day of brilliant sunshine, and what could be better than a classic cotton Laura Ashley dress for doing a spot of gardening. This is one that I originally bought to sell, but decided that as it had been altered and wasn't in perfect condition, I'd keep it for myself. That's my excuse anyway! The fact that it is an unusual print and an early vintage dress by Laura Ashley with their Made in Wales label, might have also convinced me that it was a keeper!
I took these photos last week when we had a day of brilliant sunshine, and what could be better than a classic cotton Laura Ashley dress for doing a spot of gardening. This is one that I originally bought to sell, but decided that as it had been altered and wasn't in perfect condition, I'd keep it for myself. That's my excuse anyway! The fact that it is an unusual print and an early vintage dress by Laura Ashley with their Made in Wales label, might have also convinced me that it was a keeper!
One of the things I love most about our house in Cambridge is the garden. It extends right around the house and you can go on a short circular walk through the different sections that we have created. Here, you see me the wooden stepping stones in the 'jungle' which is full of hot colours and exotic plants. I went for a late 60s early 70s gardener look and accessorised my billowy print dress with long amber beads and a battered old watering can. For added authenticity to the hippy style I am of course barefoot. Somewhat risky though as our resident grass snake has a penchant for sunning himself in this part of the garden!
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The cold spring has had one redeeming feature this year by reducing the number of pesky pests that like to nibble at our plants. This ornamental rhubarb has never before reached these towering heights.
On the other side of the house we have a small meadow and our vegetable patch. The rambling floral and moth print of my Laura Ashley dress goes rather well with the wavering grasses and wildflowers.
I'm of the view that you should never miss an excuse to wear a hat, and a sunny day is definitely one. I picked mine up in a charity shop and it is a late 70s straw hat by Marida. And finally, here I am in my favourite spot to sit - on the swing seat in the shade of our Liquidambar tree. Right now it is a vivid green, but in the autumn in goes bright flame hues which you can see in last year's Autumnal Inspiration post.
So there you have it - my first vintage outfit post. Do you have any Laura Ashley treasures, or a favourite dress to wear in the garden?
Sophie x
Sophie x
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