One Look, Two Ways

by Retro Chick
July 27, 2011
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I do have interesting things to post, I promise.

But currently work on upgrading and discovering why my websites server keeps crashing is ongoing and I wouldn’t want to lose anything actually interesting. So instead today I’m sharing a couple of recent outfits.

I’m putting them together as they contain many of the same elements, but worn in different ways.

I’ve been wearing this combination a lot recently day to day. Pencil skirt, basic T Shirt and long cardigan gives a vaguely 1930s feel. This kind of look, but with a modern twist.

Outfit number one is a smarter belted look

❤ Pencil Skirt - Lady K Loves ❤ Cardigan & T Shirt - Primark ❤ Belt & Brooch - Vintage ❤
 ❤Beret - eBay ❤ Shoes - Rocket Dog ❤ Bracelet - Notorious Kitsch ❤

The 1930s silhouette was long and lean, with a natural waist line. So skirts for day would be around calf length, and the long line cardigan adds to that elongated feel. I looked around for ages for a cardigan like this, and believe it or not I ended up in Primark again. I promised myself I would buy a more expensive one this time so it would last longer, but I just couldn’t find one! I didn’t want too many fancy trimmings, and it was important that the V fell above waist line, so I could belt it in. In Primark I got 2!

Outfit number 2 is the sporty 30s, all I’ve really done is changed the shoes, and lost the hat and belt. (just look at that background, other bloggers might show themselves running through meadows, with me you get lamp posts and To Let signs)

❤ Pleated Pencil Skirt & Bag - Vintage ❤ Cardigan & T Shirt - Primark ❤ Shoes - Keds ❤

The 1930s was also a time when outdoor activity and sportiness came to the fore a bit more and it was fashionable to be “healthy”. Keds actually started making sports shoes in 1916, they were very popular with women, and in the 1930s Keds introduced the Kedettes. I’d love to get my hands on a pair of these!

Later this week I can hopefully give you a bit of an update on the progress of the dress I designed for Lady K Loves, and hopefully the blog will be a bit more stable and you’ll actually be able to read it!

10 Comments

Wendy July 27, 2011

oh I love those two combinations. I have the problem of a bit of a walk to the station when I go to the office so I need comfort but I like to wear skirts. Like many other commuters I end up in trainers or flat boots and store my work shoes in the office. Those second shoes would be perfect and I wouldnt feel like such a disaster meeting people at the pub after work.
Stephanie July 27, 2011

How cute! I love the 30s vibe! I think I need a below knee length pencil skirt now.
Franca July 27, 2011

I love both looks, and may I just say your hair is looking very smashing in the bottom one!
Hannah July 27, 2011

My white 1930s style pumps are my summer staple shoewise! Great minds think alike and all that 😛
For Those About To Shop July 28, 2011

Wow, the first outfit is stunning on you. Have you lost weight? I know that’s a funny question, it’s just so slimming on you.
Perdita July 28, 2011

They both look super. I love the sporty one, it’s rather summery and fun! 🙂 Skirt, cardigan and t-shirt is such a versatile look – I reckon you could find a combo for every decade/style, and it’s always smart and comfortable.
Paperdoll July 29, 2011

Loving the 30’s feel to these outfits, hope you get your “tech” sorted out soon it’s sooooo infuriating when it goes all wonky! X
Jamie Rose July 31, 2011

Both of these outfits are so cute! I love the silhouette of the first one and the little keds work perfectly with the second outfit.
Tina July 31, 2011

I just bought 2 cardigans to replicate this style. It suits me cause as a plus size woman with large girls I have found blazers don’t work on me at all. Cardigans do really well especially in an office environment where the airconditioning is shocking.
Stephen August 5, 2011

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Women’s jumpsuits are really big news this year because you can go from day to night without a hitch. One of the best selling colours in jumpsuits is blue, largely because it’s a colour that gives a lift to any complexion. Blue and white are great colours for the summer and give a go anywhere look to women of all ages. If you want to wear your jumpsuit to a snazzy evening do then look for slinky fabrics as these take you from casual to dressed for anything in a matter of minutes. Add a few accessories or a chunky cardigan and you’re ready for drinks at the bar or a walk in the park.

Most women who try jumpsuits love them because they are so easy and comfortable to wear. Just take a look at any fashion magazine and you’ll find a jumpsuit or two in amongst the skirts, jeans and dresses. Once you’ve found a jumpsuit that you like all you need to do is accessorize it, jumpsuits do away with the need for finding the right top to go with your skirt or jeans and they are more comfortable than a dress. You’ll find jumpsuits with long sleeves just right for an early morning run and jumpsuits with strappy tops that are ideal for your next dinner date. Jumpsuits are really easy to wear whether you are short or tall, thin or comfortably built, the jumpsuits is an item of clothing that should be in every woman’s wardrobe this year.