I was punk, now I'm just stupid

(my inspiration for the week...I really want a little 60s/70s collared mini dress, I might try and make one...source: pollymagoovintage, via clairebouchgay)

 

So I went thrifting today...

I'm supposed to be saving up for the holidays but I couldn't help nipping back down to church street (my new fave place in london) and having a little spend-up in their gorgeous little shops! I went back to the record shop I found last weekend, and popped into a couple of other little vintage boutiques on the way, whilst also managing to pick up some flowers for mother's day tomorrow. In my eyes, a shopping success.

(this is my new favourite shop (it's called 'Lucky Seven'..the shop Dirty Blonde next door is pretty rad too)...three rooms filled with all kinds of records, cds, books, dvds, videos, magazines and comics...all at amazing prices (50p records!) I literally want to live there. Or have my own record shop. I can't decide.)

 

(have my face...I really can't pose for pictures)

 

(today's buys...a black lace shirt (which you'll see in an outfit post soon), Joan Jett book, the doors 'strange days' cd, pixies cd, donnie darko dvd (£1!) two David Bowie records, Abba singles, Rolling stones, the police, Paul McCartney & Wings...God I just love a record shop. I also got the Elvis record collection for £2.50 which has 50 of his singles on it)

 

(aren't these just the cutest things in the entire world?! They are little wooden badges I got from a flea market last summer)

 

Anyway, I will post more outfit photos soon I promise!

 

ellie xo



All the nightmares came today

Happy Monday guys! I had a bit of a lazy day today, as I was super tired after a busy weekend. I went out for pizza with my friends for one of their birthday's on saturday, then stayed the night at hers and ended up watching three films...I don't know how I stayed awake. We also did all the usual kind of sleepover things like eating loads and messing around with facemasks, which was pretty awesome. I like pretending to be 12 again, so much less stressful than house parties and various alcohol-influenced gatherings.

My friend lives near Church Street in London, and on my way to the pizza restaurant we found the most perfect record shop ever...it was all vintage-y and cheap and amazing and I had to literally tear myself away from all the vinyls and videos and books and old magazines and blondie posters...but I'm going to go back next saturday and will probably spend all my life savings on secondhand treasure. Be prepared for many photos/posts from then. (I am so excited you do not understand).

 

 

Anyway, today I ended up borrowing my dad's calvin klein jumper, which I wore with my old Levi's, mum's brown leather belt. topshop socks (they're black with gold glitter, I just love glitter) creepers, and this cute little silver heart necklace my mum got me when I was little.

 

 

 

This look will be on my lookbook account ( http://lookbook.nu/ellie_c ) please check it out and maybe leave your lookbook links if you have one, so I can see your looks too ^_^ Also, I'm thinking of doing a 'what's in my makeup bag' kind of post tomorrow...what do you think? Good idea?

 

ellie xo

Lookbook!

Hi everyone...I wouldn't usually make a last-minute post like this but this morning I woke up to 100 fans on lookbook and just felt like I needed to say thank you!

I only started posting on there quite recently and can't thank you all enough for giving me such a warm welcome into the online community. I know 100 isn't much compared to the lookbook famous but to me, it's a super big deal...I had zero a couple of weeks ago!

I obviously intend to carry on with my lookbook account, as it really helps with this blog and I do enjoy it...I just hope you guys keep enjoying what I post too :)

My lookbook is http://lookbook.nu/ellie_c if you haven't already seen it...maybe you could leave your lookbook links below if you have one, so that I can check your looks out too?

thanks again, also there will be a shiny new post tomorrow (I'm so sorry I'm not so good with this post everyday kind of life!)

lots of love,

ellie xo

This chaos, it defies imagination

 

 

 

 

(Vintage Leopard print shirt: brick lane, Pattern Jumper: Blitz, Levi shorts: Rokit, Tights: M&S, Shoes: Office.)

 

Happy Tuesday guys!

I'm on half-term this week, which means no school until next monday...I can't physically express just how much I needed the break! I haven't had much time to relax yet though, as I spent the weekend away in Hereford with some friends (which was lovely...nothing beats a good sunday roast and a walk in the country!) and then I had to nip into school on monday morning to continue work on my textiles project, followed by a nice coffee with my god mum. I then had to fit in my orthodontist appointment in between my day of art coursework, and organise seeing my school friends later in the week. I love being busy - it makes you really appreciate those lazy pyjama days I like to have.

I'm heading off to an art exhibition tomorrow (expect outfit posts!) and then Somerset House's Valentino exhibition on thursday, which I am super excited for as not only is it Valentino we're talking about, but London Fashion Week will be taking place in the same venue. You never know, one day I might actually get to attend the shows instead of just watching the video clips online!

ellie xo



I know you know what I mean

Hiya, just thought I'd do a quick mid-week post, apologies for the photos, I know I'm not very photogenic! Anyway, how has your week been? I haven't really done much apart from go to school, which sucks...I'd much rather be out doing something fun. I really don't understand the whole 'school is the best time of your life' phrase, I mean you are forced to spend seven hours a day with people you might not get along with, studying subjects you might not like. I don't see how that's better than getting up late and blogging all day.

I've also got to make a 90's themed skirt for my school's fashion show next week, and I'm going to try and photograph as much of the process as possible so I can show you guys...hopefully it won't fail completely!

Don't forget to check out my lookbook (http://lookbook.nu/ellie_c) and my newest look (http://lookbook.nu/look/4552633-I-know-you-know-what-I-mean) thanks :)

ellie xo



Is it spring yet?

Seriously though, I'm really missing the days when you could just go out in a shirt or thin jumper, without having to pile on a massive coat and thick denims. We've had our bit of fun in the snow, now it's time for spring, I think.

Here I'm wearing my new checked shirt from the thrift sale yesterday, along with my Levi shorts from Rokit, my Underground creepers and my blink-182 top from Grindstore.

I've sorted my camera now (phew) and have taken a bunch of photos today, so I'm all set to keep you guys posted throughout the week :)

ellie xo

 

 

here's a link to my latest look on lookbook: http://lookbook.nu/look/4541411-Thrift-Sale

Thrift Sale

Thrift Sales are stressful. However for just £20 you can fill an entire bag with as many clothes as it will fit, so in my opinion it is definitely worth braving all the ugly 80's christmas sweaters and the room full of determined shoppers. I was quite proud of myself actually...since I'm quite small, I could squeeze through all the people and find some quirky little items, which you'll see properly in my upcoming outfit posts :)

I totally recommend keeping up to date with local markets and sales, as this one was really worthwhile, and they can save you quite a bit of money if you're after a little wardrobe update.

Above is a little snapshot of my haul, however I also got an oversized navy checkered blazer but I'm waiting to get it back from the dry cleaners before I can show it to you!