High waisted trousers and skirts have never really made much of an appearance in my wardrobe. I chalk it up to being a teen in the parachute-pant-loving 80’s and spending most of twenties in the low-riders-paired-with-crop-tops …
A Perfect Pattern Mixing #ThriftyThursday
I adore a good pattern mix and also have a fondness for bright colours and bold prints so finding a way to successfully combine them all into a single thrifted outfit makes me a very happy …
A Victorian Chic #ThriftyThursday
Attempting to create a Victorian inspired ensemble without looking over the top was quite a challenge but I think I just may have pulled it off using items I already had in my wardrobe! What …
How to Refashion a Vintage Dress
Remember that fabulous but not great fitting thrifted vintage dressthat I needed your refashionista advice for? I’m pleased to present the groovy results: I mixed and matched bits from your fab ideas and created a fitted yet …
An Oversized #ThriftyThursday
When the weather starts to get frosty all I want to do is cozy up in some comfy oversized gear and brew up a hot pot of tea – luckily my job requires zero dress …
Made in Bangladesh – a look behind the label
You wouldn’t agree to work 7 days a week for $38 a month so why do you continue supporting the fast fashion companies and brands that force their employees to accept a payment far below …
An Animal Print #ThriftyThursday
As I’d already worn my only animal-patterned garment for last year’s call of the wild Thrifty Thursday I figured I go in a slightly different direction and share the single item in my wardrobe actually …
My DIY cropped button embellished blouse
Got a dowdy retro blouse that could use a touch of refashionista magic? Grab your scissors and button stash and let’s get making!
A Light & Bright #ThriftyThursday
I’ve always been attracted to bright colours and loud patterns, which definitely helps to combat the gloomy grey grumpiness of Berlin. With the air turning drafty and brisk I thought I’d share a couple of the casually cool autumn …
How to Upsize a Dress
I discovered a marvelous wool blend dress at the flea market and crossed my fingers that the slim-looking bodice would be wide enough to accommodate my generous chest. No such luck! Thankfully, after more than few …