Today's costume is a direct influence of Vix, otherwised known as the Vintage Vixen. I mentioned in previous post that Vix can and could single-handedly bring back the maxi. Well, I've seen maxi skirts and dresses ALLLLLL over the interwebs, but it's her hippie-chickie, cool-as-fuck bohemian way of wearing them that made me try my hand at this long hemmy business.
When I saw this sweet plaid 1960's vintage maxi, I knew it had my name all over it. I had planned on wearing it preppy style, or punked up a bit, as is my way, but Vix bewitched me, and before I knew it I was pairing it up with a funky 60's vest and knit cap giving me a swinging London Carnaby Street flavor. The vest has since found a new home (I'm talking to you Ms. Pumpkin Pie) but I think I will try my hand again wearing the long skirts. And now I've got a new way to wear it, thanks to the Vixen.
How about you? What bloggers have inspired your outfits?
Now Wearing:
- vintage red acrylic knit cap
- vintage 1960's suede/crochet vest
- gingham ribbon as belt
- vintage 60's plaid tartan maxi skirt
- pre-loved converse shoes, This N That Thrift
32 comments:
I really like this look...and the hat is the perfect addition! So cute!!
I LOVE this outfit. What beautiful colors and mixing of patterns. The colors suit you so well!
Great outfit, and the bright red hat just pulls it all together. Nice!
Absolutely darling! This is maybe my fave outfit post from you.
I'm honoured by the mention and freaking adore your outfit.
That vest is awesome with the clashing prints and the cute beret tops the whole thing off beautifully.
Wearing one print at a time is such a crime, patterns have so much more pop when they are mixed.
Happy St Vals, Bella. Wish I could hang out with you. xxx
I thought of Vix when I saw you, so it is a perfect inspiration with your ownd clashing touch, marvellous!!!
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I like you in that maxi!
Love it when you wear red.
Maximum amazing, I say! You really have a knack for mixing patterns. They always look good together, not a hot mess (like if I tried).
I love the gorgeous clash of fabrics and prints in this outfit!
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So Plaidius Maximus!
Look at your snazzy self. A plaid maxi, really. I don't think I'd know what to do with myself if I found such a thing. Love love loving how you wore it!
Oh, I love the vest. My get-up tomorrow is inspired by Desiree!
That's an amazing vest. I that red cap with your hair, you have the skin for it.
Well you my dear, have certainly inspired my outfits by encouraging me to take more chances!
I went cross-eyed in glorious plaid ecstasy at the first pic, scrolled down and YES it's a maxi!!!! Oh god you are fecking amazeballs and I LOVE your vest soooooo much - you are my inspiration darling Bella!!! You encourage individuals to be true to their creative urges and that's what I adore about you ... there are so many wonderful blog biatches out there and I must say that La Dama, Vix, Helga, and Sarah seem to knock me for six everytime! xoxoxoxox
I love the mix of patterns!
Well done!
Haapy Valentine!
Ariane
So cute - you're rocking the maxi and the hat is the perfect finishing touch x
Wow and wow again . You look absolutely stunning. And I am not being biased Mi'Ja . Just love the whole outfit . I do believe "red " just adores you ,but not as much as I do
whouuu, you're inspiring me just now!!, I'm loving everything you wear: maxi skirt, red color, fabulous beret, plaid&more plaid, and patchwork vest!!, really admiring how much you rock it!!
besos
Wow......you mix prints like no-one else I know, my dear! And all that red sure suits you!! :)
Happy Valentine's Day hon!! <3
I need to be as bold as you with pattern mixing (and the color red)! Love the maxi skirt.
xoxo
Cyrillynn
How fantastic is that vest? I love your plaid hodgepodge of style. Happy Valentine's day Bella!
Ooooooooh, I totally want to steal that vest from you! So cool!
Happy Valentine's Day, babe. Hope it's as sweet as you are!
xo
You look totally cool!
xo Jennifer
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Wow. Great skirt. Love how you styled it. But I always love your styling. Unique and gorgeous.
xo,
Tracy
I like how you mixed similar colored prints in this outfit. Very edgy and unique!
Vix really is the master of maxis, but you are doing her proud! I love every bit of this outfit, and I love you rocking the long skirt. Both you & Vix are inspiring me to go thrifting for more vests.
This mix is So lovely !!
I love you in red plaid,that maxi skirt is so delicious.
loving your crochet vest and I'm not a vest girl.
all my prostis inspire me daily especially the three amigas Sarita,Vixcita,Helgita.
besios
Love this! Can I have the vest next!?
Fantastic outfit. Yes I get lots of inspiration from Vix too, she has got me wearing vintage maxi dresses too!
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