Somehow, I don’t know how, I ended up getting a Carrie Bradshaw vibe when looking at these photos.
Another case of looking in the mirror at an outfit and thinking (in this case) yes – you’re looking all retro secretary, girl! …then something else altogether comes to mind when viewing it on screen.
Looking at the big wavy hair and full skirt in the camera viewfinder I immediately remarked ooh, it’s a bit Carrie B isn’t it (luckily Mr Summers is aware of the phenomenon we know as SATC)… and then wondered how I had the audacity to compare myself. Believe me, I’m no CB when it comes to style – those are lofty heights I can only dream of, but therein lies our inspiration, and what would we do without that?!
So I’m showing off two things today: firstly, another pair of geek chic glasses – I LOVE these (new) retro style babies from eBay! I only actually need glasses for reading but like them as an extra accessory to an outfit, so I’m starting to get a little collection of clear lens glasses going. And secondly – my nail tips manicure that I was inspired to do by Crashing Red… the lovely Maria tipped her nails in different neon colours but I stuck to orange. I can see myself doing this more in the future.
Finally for all you lovely folks who’ve commented on my hair recently – I’ve been sporting the same plaited hair for most of the last few posts – it’s very easy to do if you buy a false plait hairband… that’s how mine’s so neat…
Scarf: Thrifted, Sweater: F+F, Skirt: ASOS (sale), Heels: Nine West (sale), Tights (brown and ribbed, but you can’t tell): F+F, Glasses: eBay, False plait hairband: eBay, Tortoiseshell cuff: Accessorize (sale), Watch: Christmas gift, ASOS, Rings: New Look, ASOS.
I love those glasses and the scarf Catherine. Great accessorising!
xoxo
Danina
That's so sweet – thank you, Danina! Catherine x
Catherine – Those readers make the outfit! Love!
xoxo, Blair
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Gosh, thanks Blair you're such a sweetheart! C x
Most darling plaid skirt…love the yellow in it! Cute glasses too, really adds to the ensemble.<3 Cambriajupefashion.blogspot.com
Thank you, Cambria – funnily enough my glasses were my favourite bit! C x
Catherine,
this look is very beautiful. Love how you manage everything so in harmony – clothes, hair, face expression. Perfect!!! π
xo,
Victoria,
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Aww thank you lovely Victoria! :)) Catherine x
Very Carrie –
I love it!!
Thanks Rose, that's lovely that you think it is! C x
I might have to get one of those headbands. That's genius! I've tried making my own hair into a braided headband a couple times and it looked awful.
And I actually know very little about Miss Carrie but, from what I do know, this is very reminiscent. Love it!
Kayla
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I'm old enough to have watched SATC from when it was first on TV Kayla (eek) – it's like the A-Z of fashion! I thoroughly recommend you watching it from the beginning… you will not regret it! Thanks for coming by sweetie! C xoxo
Oh my goodness I love your style! That skirt is gorgeous! I love your loafer heels and cute scarf!See Me Rwar
Oh Rebecca thank you my sweet…! C x
Carrie Bradshaw is the best inspiration when it comes to anything I'd have to agree. Cute outfit!
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Thank you Brandi so much, and also for stopping by! Catherine x
I have been watching sex and the city episodes lately…this is a beautiful outfit Catherine…just gorgeous. Dawn Suitcase Vignettes xo
Thanks Dawn – so glad you like it! (And aren't reruns of SATC just the best??) C xoxo
I've just stumbled accross your blog and absolutely love your style!
Indeed it is very Carrie Bradshaw! I'm loving that tartan and your hair looks fabulous π x
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Thank you so much – nice to see another Brit!! Catherine x
Oh yes, very Carrie, but better because you can walk in your shoes! : > Love the wavy hair and that retro skirt is *perfection*.
Ha ha that's a point about the shoes Patti! Thanks my lovely π
I know why you got the vibe. YOU LOOK VERY Carrie b!! I wish I could find a thrift scarf this fabulous…i love it!!
Aww Pam you're such a sweetie, thanks :))
Wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww this look of yours today makes me smile, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I am in love with that gorgeous skirt of yours.
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Smiling right back atcha, Mis P – thank you! C x