I have a confession to make – I can’t really pull off what I’d call “classic vintage” – you know, the gorgeous 20′s, 3o’s, 40′s or even 50′s. I look at people looking fabulous in modern versions of these classic fashions and when I try I just feel like I’m going to a fancy dress party – in something not all that fancy. But its a new year, so time to try new things – or try again, so here is my attempt at pulling off a modern day 1940′s look:
Tweed blazer – Savoir at Very.co.uk
Faux fur stole – Simply Be
Lace peplum top – ASOS curve (sold out)
Dress (worn as skirt) – Yours Clothing
Boots – Minnetonka
I really liked the outfit, I didn’t feel silly in it and whilst I might not wear it to work, I’d certainly wear it out for dinner with friends. The fur stole has been sat unworn in my scarf draw for a couple of years! But pinning it to my collar seems to work – plus I was super warm! The lace peplum was a birthday present from a friend but I’ve been stuck with how to wear it. It’s a little short for me to wear it with trousers and feel comfortable (I might try it with a slightly longer vest underneath and see how it looks) but its a little too long to wear with some of my skirts. Hoo hum.
The Minnetonka boots are a Christmas present to myself. I loved my mocs so much that I had to have another pair! I did think I’d ruined them wearing them on New Year’s Eve during the day to go for lunch with a couple of friends. They got SOAKED (as did my feet!) but they’ve dried off nicely and are none the worse for a quick dunk (need to buy protector kit though!).
The floral dress is probably the best dress I have ever bought. Whenever I wear it I get compliments. Once, I even had a woman hang out of a train door at the station and tell me I looked fabulous in it! It was dirt cheap from Yours Clothing two summers ago and I wear it all year round. I love it when you get such a versatile item.
So did I pull it off? Or should I just leave vintage fashion to the others?
Personally I think it’s the shoes what let the outfit down. They look too clumpy with the clothes
Thanks for your comment.
OMG!! That’s so BEAUTIFUL!!! The blazer with the top and belt is exquisite
Aww thank you! I’m wondering if I can try and wear this with trousers/jeans too!
I think you pulled it off perfectly
you look beautiful xx
That is very high praise coming from a vintage queen such as yourself. Thankyou!
I love it. The jacket, to and the dress are amazing. The only thing I would change if I was wearing this beautiful out fit would be the shoes. I would go for a low heeled Maryjane. Looking lovely Claire x
I think I have some brown mary jane’s … I might try them!
Saw the first photo and thought WOW glamourous! Can’t say I’m so excited about the bottom half but I do have more traditional taste. I’d go a pencil skirt, maybe http://www.simplybe.co.uk/shop/mix-match-pencil-skirt-length-25in/le118/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=7273#colour:Navy,size: and shoes maybe this http://www.simplybe.co.uk/shop/hush-puppies-lace-shoes-ee-fit/xu229/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=6855#colour:,size: – that’s me anyway
My favourite thing is that lace top, just sensational 
Thanks for the comment! I’m not 10o0% confident on wearing a pencil skirt but I might see if i can pick one up cheap and try it again. I do love both of those items you’ve linked in though! Especially those shoes! GORGEOUS!
Love this look, I’m a big fan of the vintage look and never really sure I can pull it off either. Looking good x
Thanks Lindsey!
Ok, so personally I love this look on you…I think you rock the vintage look perfectly, and that comes from someone that aspires to look like a ’30s/40s librarian most of the time. You look incredible. Anyone that says differently is blind. I actually adore those shoes, and think it makes the outfit you, rather than an identikit vintage look. Keep up the excellent work, lady!
And this comment is the reason that I love you! Thank you Sara. xx
I agree with Sara! I love this look on you. I think the jacket and lace top could be paired with so many different bottoms. It took me looking at it for a minute to see that the dress was peeking through the lace top. I love that detail because it looks good over prints and solid colored items. I’ve tried vintage before, too, and it never feels comfortable for me. I like looking at other people wearing it, but it’s just not “me”.