Hearts, Skinnies and Platforms

Hearts, Skinnies and Platforms

Hope you all had a good weekend, my lovelies (and see the bottom of the post for my GIVEAWAY details)!

I just  this dress… I don’t wear it nearly often enough, which is silly really because it’s soft, comfortable and made up of such pretty colours. And the belt I’ve added is a genuine 80s (so I’m told) vintage belt – I bought one each in black, navy and white a few years ago when I first discovered them on eBay. In fact if you’d like one, you should be able to pick one up that’s exactly the same (from at least the UK and the US) if you search for “vintage butterfly belt”. I did a search just now and found 12 of the same style, in red, yellow, blue, black… oh dear, I’m even thinking of getting one or two more now 😉

I’m assuming then that these belts must have been a popular trend at the time – though strangely I don’t remember them myself. Does anyone else remember them first time around…?

Thanks for stopping by… oh and don’t forget my GIVEAWAY if you haven’t yet checked it out – I have TEN PRIZES up for grabs – click here to enter!

Catherine x

2012-09-25 Not Dressed As Lamb 005

2012-09-25 Not Dressed As Lamb 006

Hearts, Skinnies and Platforms

Dress: New York Laundry, Skinnies: Gap, Wedges: ASOS, Monogram necklace: Max & Chloe, Belt: eBay Vintage, Grey cuff: ASOS, Watches: Debenhams, Rings: ASOS, Nails: Barry M Matt White

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38 Comments

  1. Anonymous
    7 October 2012 / 2:19 pm

    Oh, so beautiful. Wear this every day! 🙂

  2. 28 September 2012 / 2:51 pm

    Did i tell you i love this? i cant remember, anyway..hearts are my favourite!! so pretty! xx

  3. 27 September 2012 / 8:01 pm

    I just want to start off by saying I LOVE your hair color and you are so pretty! I found your blog at The Pleated Poppy What I Wore Wednesday link up. I have found many inspirations on your blog. I am now following you and can’t wait to see what’s next. Feel free to stop by my blog when you get a moment @ http://theserenasaga.blogspot.com

    xx

    Serena

  4. 26 September 2012 / 5:54 pm

    I know this post is about your outfit, but I love your hair and freckles. So pretty!

    • 27 September 2012 / 4:39 pm

      Haha I know a lot of people who freckles hate them – but I love mine and wish I had more! Thanks Autumn (LOVE your name btw 🙂

  5. 26 September 2012 / 4:14 pm

    Love it 🙂

  6. 26 September 2012 / 2:00 pm

    Love the glowy photos, the hair, and the flouncy top. Every time I visit your blog, I find new inspiration. Thanks for sharing. I found you today from the pleated poppy.

  7. 26 September 2012 / 1:50 am

    I love your hairdo. So cute and fun. And beautiful pictures!! Glad I found your blog!

    Megan from Chasing Davies

  8. 25 September 2012 / 10:02 am

    I also ❤ this dress! Such a cute print & I LOVE your shoes

  9. 25 September 2012 / 5:01 am

    A beautiful dress, wonderful. The shoes and accessories are great. Superb close-up photo.

  10. 25 September 2012 / 2:02 am

    Ah, the 80's! I say get 'em in every color!!! I have seen variations on this theme at ModCloth and other retailers with a vintagey vibe. I heart your dress too, Catherine! ~Sarah

  11. 25 September 2012 / 1:57 am

    Oh yes I remember the belts from their first go around. You look so dark cute!!

    • 27 September 2012 / 4:10 pm

      Another person who remembers them! Oh I feel a little left out of that trend, it must have passed me by 🙁 Teehee thanks sweetie! x

  12. 25 September 2012 / 1:33 am

    What a fun top! Oh, and I love the new blog design. Enjoy it!

  13. 25 September 2012 / 1:17 am

    LOVE this dress paired with jeans- so super ADORBS!
    XOXO
    -Daisy Nguyen from PS BANANAS fashion blog:
    http://psbananas.com

  14. 24 September 2012 / 9:30 pm

    Such a fun outfit! I see why you love that belt!! I'm a big fan of 80s fashion, too!

  15. 24 September 2012 / 8:57 pm

    You look SO cute in that heart tunic – I love it! And what fabulous shoes 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

  16. 24 September 2012 / 7:10 pm

    I would steal this outfit right offa you if I could!

  17. 24 September 2012 / 6:49 pm

    Great look Catherine! That dress is lovely, looks great with the skinny jeans which you have then balanced out wonderfully with those gorgeous wedges! The belt is also a lovely touch 🙂

    Take care,

    Daniella xox

  18. 24 September 2012 / 6:11 pm

    Adorable look! I like how you did your pictures too..
    Heathersthriftycloset.blogspot.com

  19. 24 September 2012 / 3:48 pm

    You are a perfect example of what I just posted about with regard to hearts and pink – done is a way which broadcasts wicked awesome style rather than grossly over-sweet – I know I keep saying this, but Catherine, you're stunning!

  20. 24 September 2012 / 3:08 pm

    You look lovely. What a great outfit. That tunic is so unique. I would never have considered it, but seeing it on you, now I would.

  21. 24 September 2012 / 2:15 pm

    Oh yes, I had a butterfly belt in the 80's, loved it then, and it looks so pretty now on you! Lovely dress too, it looks grand as a tunic here. Thanks for linking up to Visible Monday!

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