" Pretty Portobello: Easy like Sunday morning

19 May 2010

Easy like Sunday morning

Hello guys,

A quick outfit post tonight because I am just so tired...

I was in a very relaxed, easy (Converse) mood today and not very sure about the weather, so a quick layering was the solution.

I totally adore this mini dress which I bought at Primark. It has loads of qualities, a nice cut on the bias, an interesting twist, a little asymmetry, a little gather, a cheap price and a cool striped print. All and all reminding me of and old Anglomania dress, which I always wanted to have. The major problem is the fabric... needless to say, you pay for the quality you get. Big shame here, since this dress is so simple yet cool.
Blaming here on mixed fabrics, hummm, I am always very careful when buying mixed fabrics. I know sometimes they are not very friendly even if you use Dove deodorant, which I do. (laughs)
I always read the label and check what kind of fabric my garments are made of. Do you?

Back to business, I think this look works because, the jacket has a quirky cut too, the belt, punks it up (another happy snap at a sample sale for £6) and because I am wearing some of my favourite jewellery, which always makes me happy.





whistles belt

squiggle vivienne westwood

Dress + Legging: Primark, Belt: Whistles, Bag + Jacket: Vivienne Westwood, Trainers: Converse.

PS: I just want to thank The Goddess of Boho for the special lovely comment she has left on my last outfit post.
She said "And I love how you flash that happy smile. Frownie, pouty, bloggers are so passe!".
Thank you so much honey, I am a happy person indeed and I am glad you guys enjoy my pics, plus I do look terrible when I pout! Comments like yours, makes me smile even more.
Xoxox

See you soon.
x

23 comments:

Star-Light said...

Amazing Outfit!

Love your Jacket and the Rings :))

janettaylor said...

I love Ur jacket, Honey! Superb cool!

Sarah @ Pandora's Box said...

That jacket is so cool.. I love how it has so many zippers. And I agree, its so nice to see you putting your pretty smile to use! :)

Alma said...

The ring!!!! :D I feel like all the bloggers will be like Gollum from LOTR.:)) haha! Love the outfit!

sharonlei said...

I totally agree with The Goddess of Boho! Your smile is beautiful and is definitely something you should showcase. I love smiling too!! I also love your dress! I want one now... maybe I can try recreating it.. since we don't have Primark in Hawaii... is Primark like an H&M?? Hope you're having a lovely day!

xx Love & Aloha

Lauraloves. said...

absolutely stunning :) I agree with Goddess of Boho too; pouty faces look silly haha

love your blog :)
www.romance-is-boring.blogspot.com

Eri said...

Where have the comments gone?

surfvintage said...

Cool cool cool!

THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE said...

The jacket & dress rock sweetie! And you just make them look all the better :)

Marcie said...

Those rings are amazing!

Marcie

Nana said...

I love your jacket and dress! :)

Nana xoxo

LyddieGal said...

I love that dress - tis fabulous!
And I'm always reading tags... usually to check if the garment is worth the price!

Chic on the Cheap

The Goddess of Boho said...

Hahaha! Now you're making me grin :D
Have I told uou I am such a huge fan of asymmetrical dress.
You've put the look together very well!
And the converse you've thrown in for that fun look :)
Adore the smile of course.

xoxo

purple-peeptoes.blogspot.com

Dancing Branflake said...

You do have a fantastic smile! This has got to be one of my top five outfits in the blogosphere. Love everything about it!

stacey kelly said...

love the accessories && jewelry! especially your necklace. soooo cute!

xx

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Fleur said...

Absolutely love that look, I was wearing a similar combo when I was up in London last week on my photography course. When the jacket is done up it really brings out the style in it. Ooh also what is the feature on your necklace..can't quite make it out?

Eri said...

Thanks so much for all the comments! My necklace is a cool little skull, I'll try to get a close up of it next time. I am also trying to do a feature with the guy I bought them from, he does have some really cool stuff.

x

ParisiannSkies said...

everyone needs to have a converse day!
i love the all black ones.

Karen Sofie said...

Looking very cool there!!

Orchid said...

just love the gatherings on the dress..and your jacket is killer. awesome outfit!!!

Vintage Vixen said...

Beautiful casual but chic outfit, Eri. Those rings are just beautiful (as is your smile).
Thanks for your kind words,
Vix
xxx

libys11 said...

i really love your jacket!!! great cut! :D

Lisa Drives A Van said...

WOW i love the dress, the neck detail is lovely! i never would have guessed that its from primark. i love how you mix designer with highstreet! thanks for commenting on my blog otherwise i never would have found yours!

ps. loving your VW bags <3

take care love~

xox