Today, I planned to take some outfit shots in the crisp winter sunlight. Unfortunately, the weather did not obey my wishes, and instead presented me with the foggiest, bleakest day I think I've ever experienced!
However, I'm kind of grateful for the weather's choice, as I think it makes for an atmospheric backdrop for winter photos. The bleakness reminded me of the scenery described in Wuthering Heights, a novel that once was the bane of my life back in GCSE years. I ended up with Kate Bush's song stuck on loop in my head, and also out loud... until I realised how much I sounded like a squawky parrot - poor boyfriend.
Anyway, the point of this post is to show off my new blouse, courtesy of Cancer Research's vintage section in my local branch. They have a lovely corner dedicated to everything retro, all hanging on pretty wooden hangers and with a backdrop of 70s fabric. There is an amazing 60s cape and matching skirt in there at the moment! When I saw this burgundy houndstooth blouse hanging there, with a pretty bow neck tie, and even prettier price tag stating '£6' I just had to snap it up.
I paired it with my homemade burgundy coat (remember?), my H&M black skirt, Clark's heeled loafers, and a grey beret that I borrowed from my sister. I felt like a 60s version of Catherine Earnshaw, which can only be a good thing.
Thankyou to my photographer for being patient and for venturing out into the gloom to take these photos :).
Sadie xxx
Sadie xxx
You're right, this rainy weather is great for taking photos, but only when you have a good camera :)
ReplyDeleteI seriously love these shoots, especially the last one is the best! <3
These really are atmospheric! I loved Wuthering Heights and that sort of foggy landscape. The blouse is so sweet and yay for Cancer Research!
ReplyDeleteYour coat is SO GORGEOUS! Ad the pictures turned out gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOh what beautiful photographs, they look great. I love the last one! xo
ReplyDeleteso cute - Cathy and Heathcliff would be proud! Loving the coat and the glasses. ck :) x
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos and you are really beautiful!
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Oh Sadie, I LOVE these pictures! I'm a huge Wuthering Heights fan and strangely, I've been feeling inspired by literary characters with a 60's twist too.
ReplyDeletephotos really look great. and i love your coat, it's beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteI've been following your blog for a while now but this is my first comment so hello! :)
ReplyDeleteI love this outfit, my local cancer research shop also has a little vintage section where I've found loads of really good things recently!
I love your glasses too!
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Such a good find on the blouse! These photos are very atmospheric and very wuthering heights. I often squawk out the song too, everyone has to love a bit of kate bush!
ReplyDeleteIf you lived nearer I'd love to use you for my photography, you're beautiful and have the perfect 60's flair :) xxx
ReplyDeleteoooh, I love the entire outfit. The fog looks great in the background, very dramatic!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely coat! an your photos turned out great (:
ReplyDeletei love your blouse!! very retro!
ReplyDeleteOh myy! I love the whole outfit, especially the little neck tie :) nice misty photos too! all wintery and mysterious :) i also seem to be becoming more and more jealous of your glasses with every one of your posts... It makes me want to wear glasses too! :) xxx
ReplyDeleteI adore your coat. And I had to study Wuthering Heights at A-Level, I have yet to encounter a more depressing read!
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That last picture is really awesome! Cute outfit :)
ReplyDeleteI could of sworn I'd tried that coat on somewhere, then I realised you made it! Ha shows how amazing your projects turn out! :D love the colours, so A/W, perfect for the misty backdrop. (Makes me want to walk in rain and mud to Netherfeild Park...) :) xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful outfit and photos.
ReplyDeleteThis outfit is so perfect. I wish I lived near a thrift store with a retro section!
ReplyDeleteStill in awe that you made the coat. :)
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That last shot is stunning! Love yr coat and homemeade, wow, that's pretty brilliant.
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oh man I love the fog and these shots are gorgeous.
ReplyDeletei love the outfit :) and you are so lucky that your local cancer research has a vintage section!
ReplyDeleteone of those photos reminds me SO much of when mary poppins flies! xxxxx
every time i see that coat i literally gasp! and this is a very bronte post! x
ReplyDeleteYour photos are always lovely, but these just radiate the utmost elegance. Winter can be beautiful and this is proof
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i have to say, you're so adorable!
ReplyDeletethe dreary fog makes for a lovely backdrop sometimes, definitely. it's eerie and beautiful at the same time
these photos are eerily beautiful!
ReplyDeletelove your outfit! you have great style ^,^
ReplyDeleteI can't get over how adorable you are! xx
ReplyDeleteabsolutely wonderful photos, so atmospheric!
ReplyDeleteu r too cute! gorg glasses and awesome pix!!
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beautiful. i so wish i lived in england. i am usa born, but british at heart.
ReplyDeleteyou look really cute!
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