Very Special Sale Buys

Hello!

Wow, I haven't posted since last year! Last year was only a few weeks ago but still, it's pretty atrocious.

One of my New Year aims (I much prefer this term to 'resolution'- makes it seem less of a big deal if it doesn't work out!) is to kick my blogging up a notch; posting more, enhancing the look of my site and I'd like to do more actual writing.

I started off blogging as an outlet for writing and I think I've developed the notion that to succeed, I need to constantly post pictures of myself posing in new outfits. While personally I LOVE trawling through outfit posts for style inspiration, let's face it, I'm hardly a supermodel like some of my favourite bloggers seem to be! I'll still do outfit posts, but I'm hoping that to enable me to blog more frequently, I'm going to bring you more posts on cool brands I come across or just general musings about what's influencing my style.

Anyway, onto the matter at hand.

It's a New Year and I must say, 2012 has been pretty good to me. I started a new job which pays a good deal more than the last and now that I'm living more comfortably, I don't feel as guilty about treating myself every once in a while.

With that in mind, I'd like to introduce you to a little something I picked up in the sales...

hkkkfgdhjhfsetttq!!! A Vivienne Westwood purse!!!

I've wanted a Vivienne Westwood bag for as long as I can remember and while I'm not quite there yet (maybe next year), I decided to splash out on a little bit of luxury and get myself an amazing purse.

Purse: Vivienne Westwood (Chancery Wallet Grey 4733); Camo Jacket: Army Surplus Shop with DIY spike shoulders by me; Denim Shirt: Oxfam Originals, Manchester; Black Jumper: H&M; Gold Triangle Stacker Rings: Topshop (sale- old)

Those who know me are probably more than aware that I'm a bit of a scruffy individual- check the chipped nail polish and authentic bed hair chic for further evidence- but that's not to say that I don't appreciate nice things.

As I went sales shopping yesterday (only for last reductions, high street cheapy bargains) I thought it might be fun to do a sort of 'bottomless bank account' sale pick feature.

So, if I had the funds, here's what I'd pick up in the Matches Fashion sale:

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1 // Charlotte Olympia Lunatic Bag: I absolutely love this evening bag by Charlotte Olympia, it feels quite 80s- I have in a knitting book (which I bought from a charity shop for the photos) which has a design based on a Matisse painting which it really reminds me of.

2 // 3.1 Phillip Lim Zip Front Leather Skirt: A classic leather skirt never goes out of style. The zip detail on this one gives it a bit of an edge.

3 // Terry de Havilland Zia Lightning Shoes: I'm a sucker for lightning bolts (plan for my next tattoo!) and a good platform shoe. The metallic silver and cobalt colours make these an excellent choice for the new season.

4 // Alexander McQueen Floral Silk Cape: Who doesn't love a bit of McQueen? I loved all the kimono-style capes of AW12 and sheer, oversized layers will still be big for spring.

5 // Acne Mape Stamped-Leather Jacket: Acne is one of my all-time favourite brands (hence two Acne items on my wishlist!). This cropped leather jacket will last forever.

6 // Diane Von Furstenberg Olga Sunglasses: A great bargain to pick up now for the summer holidays; I'm missing some round-frames from my collection!

7 // Mara Hoffman Beaded Swimsuit: Another summer holiday buy. The monochrome graphic beading means it'll be on-trend come summer.

8 // Acne Magenta Long Dress: I love Acne for luxe basics and this black oversized maxi is just perfect.

What would you buy if money was no object?

Love,

Foxy x

Oh Clitheroe...

I was very excited today to be visiting the car boot sale at Clitheroe Auction Mart. I haven't been since I was a wee nipper and can't particularly remember enjoying it so much; but nowadays car booting is like treasure hunting for me!

The auction mart is also where the livestock market is held so it isn't the best smelling or aesthetically pleasing place to shop but it's definitely a rewarding experience!

A quieter part of the car boot sale

I actually didn't end up buying much (more to do with a lack of funds than anything!) but among the few things I bought, I saw old tapestry bags/cases, vintage trunks, big chunky kitsch cardigans and quirky 80s jewellery galore!

Item number one is this black leather purse with gold fastenings for 50p.

The lovely old woman who sold me it told me that it she'd been given the purse as a gift and it had sat in her drawer for years- so perfect condition!

Bargain of the day, I would have to say, is this black faux fur coat which was a mere 3 English pounds!

As you may have read in this post, I've been seriously lusting after a fur coat. I decided I didn't particularly want a black one but at £3, you can't really afford to be fussy!

This one is from C&A; which, seeing as the company left the UK in the late 90s, must be over 10years old at the very least. The label states 'made in the UK' so I assume that the coat isn't from one of the company's current international stores.

If anyone can guess the age from the label, please do!

In a size 12, it fits me really well- just a hint of over-sized, er, ness.

Mummy and Daddy Fox also found me a sewing machine, something I've been after for an age! It's pretty old (my Dad reckons 60s/70s) and is pretty basic, technically speaking, but I'm a (very) basic sewer so that's okay- plus they bartered it down to a fiver!

I literally know nothing about sewing machines nor much about sewing, but the thing works and has all its bits and bobs intact as well as the original instruction manual and even a guarantee! Pretty sure it's expired by now but it's the thought that counts ey?