Loafers

I am a big fan of loafers and brogues. I think the loafer is particularly great because they bridge the gap between formality and comfortableness (probably not a word but suits my purpose). I ummed and ahhed about investing in a pair from Russell and Bromley for ages but then lucky old me found an a pair of vintage Bally loafers in Huddersfield vintage market for £4, unworn and in my size.

The loafer report:

Russell and Bromley is probably the most popular loafer makers at the moment, however...

This new range by Tommy Hillfiger and G.H. Bass and Co may steal their thunder. Made using traditional methods these authentic penny loafers are pretty special. Blue soles!

These navy loafers from Church's are also not without their charms.

The Bally find, love!

Brogues

The perfect formal flat, I always wear them with skirts, dresses and trousers. I love to get them in more unusual colour ways like this pair by Pied a Terre.

In The Beginning...

In the beginning there was light. That light was then proceeded with a myriad of wonderful things; Celine bags, Lanvin trainers... Macaroons (raspberry's my favorite). The real reason I have decided to start blogging is because I crave banter about the things I love, like and am inspired by and hope others will find these things interesting too. We'll see...

I HEART vintage maxi dresses. For me the maxi is the perfect dress for summer. They look great with sandals for the day and are instantly amped up with a pair of heels. I also like to wear my maxis with riding boots and cashmere sweaters underneath in autumn.

The maxi is super flattering on pear shaped women (small on
top and bigger on the bottom).

Above: Me in a vintage Lanvin maxi dress and Pierre de Terre Brogues. 2nd pic is the same dress with Yves Saint Laurent tribute pumps.