The Sensible Option

Alternatively I could get these ASOS beauts for a fraction of the price. Very worthy copies of the Jil Sander Navy flatforms. Yes, that's what I will do. Sensible.

A plea for help...

I require these incredible baby blue Jil Sander Navy lace-up platform shoes. I say 'require' quite loosely; the appropriate term is probably more 'want' than anything else, but whatever. I've had a hunt around and the cheapest I've seen these is £214. Too much? Is that ridiculous - IS IT?

Vans Sk8-Hi Platforms

It's a shame the Vans folk decided to make the 'Sk8-Hi' style into platforms and not the 'Authentic' or 'Era', they look like a slightly glorified version of those platform trainers you can get in just about any cheap 'Blue Star'-type shoe shop. Don't get me wrong, I do love a good flatform - from my classic black Vagobond ballet pumps to the white Jeffrey Campbell loafers, but these Vans do nothing for me. In fact they remind me too much of the hideous Buffalos from the 90s and the poor man's rip-offs. When I was 10 I had a pretty rad pair of denim Rin Tin Tin platform trainers, and they were far superior than these monstrosities! I know Buffalos are massive once again (quite literally of course) but it's no excuse for other brands to follow suit. When I was perhaps 12 or 13, a time when I was easily led by osmosis trends, I managed to cultivate 8 pairs of Buffalos, yes EIGHT. How and why my mother allowed me to invest so much birthday/Christmas/pocket money on them? I will never know. Perhaps it was a means of entertainment for her, seeing her pubescent daughter flouncing around in stupid shoes that she'll almost certainly regret in a few years. Just add the Baby G watch, FCUK tee shirts and an inflatable backpack to finish the look (as well as completing the humiliating hindsight). If, however, my 12 year-old self was around now I'd be pretty darn hip but thankfully it's just a fad.

The Launch of Sweet Sorrow Seconds

A few days ago I launched the little sister of Sweet Sorrow Vintage, the aptly named Sweet Sorrow Seconds. January seemed a good time to do yet another wardrobe clearout (it's relentless, I still have far too many clothes for one person). Thankfully I both take good care of my possessions and have such a sheer amount in my wardrobe that a lot of it is pristine and has only been worn a couple of times, in some cases even never. So this brings me to the ingenious site, Tictail. Set up your own shop (with no specifications unlike Etsy and ASOS Marketplace), name the price of your item - giving its true value (unlike Ebay) and design your own storefront, all for FREE. It's amazing and I've already had my first sale. Rather exciting eh? In no way is this going to be a huge money-maker, nor is it going to take the focus away from Sweet Sorrow, but in the meantime it's a good way of recycling the excess High Street clothes in my wardrobe, and anyone who knows me will vouch for the fact that I am quite the shopaholic... and that there is quite the excess! 

Sweet Sorrow will always be my baby; Seconds is just a cute little way of forcing a regular clearout!

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Bella Freud x Christian Louboutin Knitwear

Ain't they just peachy? And even a knitted body, can't go wrong with that in Winter. Practical and stylish.

(via The Terrier and Lobster)

JW Anderson Vs (again) Jeffrey Campbell

 O32C Issue #22 Fall/Winter 2012 - 'Approaches to the History of Art' (via Third Looks)

Model: Edie Campbell
Styling: Joe McKenna
Photography: Alasdair McLellan
Clothes: JW Anderson

Jeffrey Campbell's 'Weller' Flatform Loafer. Hello white ones, I'll see you at Christmas.

Jeffrey Campbell VS Celine

Our Jeff - I want you so bad.

Celine - S/S 2012

Sweet Sorrow's Flower Children

1980s Bohemian Style Dolman Sleeve Tunic with Gem and Sequin Detail Size 12 £12.00

1970s Rust Coloured Knitted Waistcoat/ Vest One Size £14.00

Early 1990s New Look Cream Crochet Cardigan £15.00

Early 1990s White Embroidered Buttoned Cami Top - Coming soon... 

Early 1990s Hippie Navajo and Floral Waistcoat/ Vest Size Medium £16.00

Early 1990s Paisley Print Cheesecloth Midi Skirt Size Medium £15.00 

1990s Pastel Floral Cotton Loose-Fitting Midi Dress - Coming soon...

Late 1980s/ Early 1990s Orange Printed Cheesecloth Midi-Length Dress Size 12-14 £16.00

1970s Cheesecloth Peasant Skirt £18.00

1990s Grungy Floral Empire Cut Day Dress Size 10 £12.00

1970s Peasant/ Hippie/ Boho Floral Skirt £18.00

Late 1970s Multi-Use Wooden Bag with Popper Closure £16.00

Late 1980s Clarks Navy Wedged Sandals Size 5 £16.00

1980s Straw Hat with Shell and Cord Detail - Coming soon...

Late 1980s Patent Black Sandals with Gold Detail - Coming soon...

Early 1990s Straw Handbag - Coming soon...

1970s Straw and Leather Handbag £14.00

Early 1980s Black Suede Peep-Toe Sandals with Scallop Edging - Coming soon...

1980s Abstract Embroidered Bag - WAS £16.00 NOW £12.00

 1980s Navy Straw Boating Summer Hat with Chiffon Scarf £16.00

Find more here: ASOS & Etsy

Swedish Hasbeens S/S 2012

(via Honey Kennedy)

I want these babies... Urban Outfitters £165

Roksanda Ilincic Fall 2012 | LFW

Ooo I spotted the pastel footwear, and they reminded me of the current Zara platforms. I really want the yellow ones... Like REALLY. And so going by Roksanda Ilinicic, they'll be suitable for all winds and weathers. Hmmm, yellow platform sandals are not the usual wardrobe staple but I'm going with it...