Can't beat a bit of a collage!

I ordered the boots....

They will finally be here tommorrow!

EXCITED much!!!!

And as I am such a saddo, I have made my imfamous little collage "me"'s to see how I could wear them with my staple piece...the pencil skirt! I have black, dark red and teal and teamed with the shoes I've added some items I already have and some I'd love to wear...think clashing galore and my eager want for wearing at least 2 armour rings at a time!!! The black is my least fave in picture format but on, I know it looks good!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/skirts/midi-skirts/dark-red-midi-tube-skirt-610146
http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/skirts/midi-skirts/blue-midi-tube-skirt--606669
http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/skirts/midi-skirts/black-midi-tube-skirt-610839
http://www.schuh.co.uk/womens-multi-schuh-prince-glitter-ank/1428049960/tt/4/http://thestarryeye.typepad.com/gay/2011/02/last-episode-of-sex-in-the-city-airs-feb-22-2004.html
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Basic-Crop-Bandeau/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1493218&SearchQuery=boob%20tube&Rf900=1604&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Coral
http://www.izzysbeautyshoppe.com/chanel_vernis_nail_polish_203_new.html
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Leather-Ostrich-Embossed-Metal-Bar-Clutch/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1725386&cid=8730&Rf946=2241&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Tan
http://www.izzysbeautyshoppe.com/chanel_vernis_nail_polish_513_new.html
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Leather-Clean-Lock-Across-Body-Bag/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1614100&cid=8730&Rf946=2289&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Nude
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Cut-Out-Articulated-Armour-Ring/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1591366&cid=4175&Rf900=1544&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Shinygold
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Cocktail-Ring-Rectangular-with-Cobalt-Blue-Enamel/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1723458&cid=4175&Rf900=1544&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Blue
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Vintage-Style-Filigree-Articulated-Armour-Ring/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1582771&cid=4175&Rf900=1544&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Gold
http://www.allsaints.com/women/leather/maisie-bra/sand-grey/wtj377-2536
http://www.watchshophere.com/wide-silver-cuff-bangle
http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk/aztec-tipped-envelope-wallet/invt/5770469300318/&bklist=http://www.comparestoreprices.co.uk/compare-prices/fringe-bag

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Image - http://jayread.co.uk/blog/gallery/

Glitter...not the Mariah Carey kind

I love these...I found either the same or a similar pair a few weeks ago in a magazine (obviously can't remember which one now...TYPICAL!!!) but these beauts are £90 from Schuh and I love them for adding an edge to a simpler dress......<3 The Pair I found originally were £80 in the mag but you know mags, they are always wrong! I will keep searching!!!! Im pretty sure the pair I found had more of a green hue?

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.schuh.co.uk/womens-multi-schuh-prince-glitter-ank/1428049960/tt/4/

Its my birthday soon...

Its my birthday and i'll whine (as in dance) if I want to!

Finding a dress, or outfit of any kind these days is almost impossible for me, they are always too "samey" or cheap looking or way way WAY out of budget...yes, I do dream of one day owning something in Vogue, I'm talking multiple digits when I say out of budget!!! What can I say I'm fussy!!!

So for the past year or so I hav made of ALOT of my going out ensembles, or customised a classic little number...there is nothing better than when someone says;

"I love your ----- , where did you get it?"

Anywho, back to my original trail of thought, its my birthday soon and I have planned (and started) making a skirt to go with  my "old faithful" black top....great on the budget front and if all goes well it will look good...(fingers crossed) see what you can make out!

Scarlet

xxx


Images - www.vogue.co.uk
http://akastg.mirror.co.uk/celebs/news/2011/09/07/abbey-clancy-and-holly-valance-show-their-underwear-on-red-carpet-at-gq-awards-115875-23401276/
http://www.julesfashion.com/2010/05/rihanna-rated-r-photoshoot-by-ellen-von.html
http://www.mynewhair.info/hairstyle-image-search/blonde-hair/very-blonde-long-curls/
http://www.mybeautybunny.com/2011/secret-enhancing-natural-curls/
http://www.eyeshadowlipstick.com/401/giorgio-armani-red-lips-smoky-eyes/
http://thebeautyfulllife.wordpress.com/2011/08/07/coloreyes/
http://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/trends/chic-clothes-budget-fashion
http://brunoimages.com/home/index.php?location=gallery&folder=12570
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Get your needle out...in the best possible sense :s

A few of my customisations or complete creations...I'm no Chanel seamstress but I'll give it a go!ha ;)

One of my favourite dress ever! - was a long vintage dress with a flared hem, cut and sewn and boobtube added and wall-ah! LOVE!

A complete stich-up...it took me two attempts to make this...any-who no piccys of me in it, just one of my backside at Faraz's at the end of the night which I guessed no-one would like to see!!!haha

Not really too much of my creation, the cape I'm wearing is an A-mazing vintage petitcoat but has the smallest arms you will ever see, so I temporarily converted it into a cape for a wedding, instant coverage to remain demure!ha

Rihanna got me dreaming of colour blocking the day she rocked the pink crop and orange troos, another instance when I could'nt find what I wanted in the shops, so I literally wore fabric! Works for me....(Well, hopefully : s)

An oldie...a couple New Years back I went shopping with my friend Jenna to Cow, and found a really gordy dress, and here's me wearing it!!!haha With the help of my mom, we changed the skirt to angular shape rather the stiff floppy mess it was before and turned it from 80's trash to a piece I loved, not many would but thats my style all over, its marmite....

An classic white dress from ASOS I couldn't resist studding down the back, a copy from a black dress I did earlier last year...Don't mind the pics, my face looks awful!

A dress I customised for the stall but doesn't look great on me...candy colours creep up the back of the dress and back down the right arm....perfect for this seasons candy trends!

Scarlet

xxx

New Stock for Vintage Fair

Hello People,

We are at the Sutton Vintage Fair this Sunday 11th September, so get your asses down there! Here is a sneak peek at some of our new stock

Vintage 70's light jacket

Vintage leather boots with lovely side detailing

Vintage silk scarf

70's Scarf

Hopefully we will see you there!

Ellephant

x

Love...

Take a glance at the Elie Saab perfume ad campaign, imfamous for her couture gowns perfect for the red carpet and any other glitterati occasion or in my case general housework, lounging round the house, and a trip to Nandos(I wish!!!)....this gown has got me lusting for A) an event worthy of its attendance & B) the money to afford such a beautiful item...the neckline and thigh scraping split is goddess-like <3

Enjoy

Scarlet

xxx

Image - www.elle.co.uk

I want these now!

hello!

How gorgeous are these, my ears would be so much happier if these were attached to them!

They are by Husamelodeh Gold Key Earrings and are £150 from Black White denim.

Enjoy

Elle-phant

x

Trax 2011 Terry grant stunt show Silverstone 04/09/11 part 1

Me at work!

So my dayjob sometimes leads me to be involved in some ridiculous things, unfortunately this one got caught on camera!!
Skip to the 11 minute mark to see me being used as a parking bollard!



Enjoy

Ellephant
x

Congratulations Beyonce (I hate you)!

Beyonce is preggers!

There is proof women can have it all - Beyonce announced at the MTV awards that she is 3 months pregnant! I can happily admit I'M JEALOUS!! Not only has she got an amazing career as possibly the biggest artist in the world right now, she is beautiful and married to one of most eligible men in the world - ha and despite the title its actually quite hard to hate her, The Z's seem to have a fairly down to earth lifestyle and have managed to keep their private life to themselves! I'm sure that baby is gonna have an amazing life!!

And just to rub it all in these images may make you feel even more depressed she looks amazing and Jay Z looks beyond proud (so cute) - check out the youtube videos of Kanye jumping on Jay and slapping his back!

Ahh I wish I was in that inner circle of coolness!!

Anyway back to my glamorous life...

Elle-phant

x

Driving me dotty...

I never thought I'd say this as dots have never suited me, but I am loving Who What Wear's newsletter, mainly because I am in love with Olivia's dress!!!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.whowhatwear.com/website/full-article/trend-report-polka-dots-2161/

Sowe at Sutton Vintage Fair

hi lovelies,

Just a heads up for a date for your diaries... 11th September sees Sutton Town Hall host the Vintage & Arts Fair. It has been hugely successful in the past and looks set to be another fantastic event!

Sowe will be there with some new Autumn pieces to kick off your winter wardrobe!

We look forward to seeing you there!!

Ellephant

xx

Style.com's latest newsletter

Style.com's latest newsletter brings the "In the mood for...Naughty vs. Nice" feature. My eyes were instantly drawn to a gorgeous (though ridiculously revealing) Stephen Sprouse dress circa 1992...if you've got it, then why not!

Check out the feature at.....
http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/inthemoodfor/081711_Naughty_Nice/?mbid=sn

The mannequin doesn't do it much justice but check out the hotty in the feature...wow!!!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/inthemoodfor/081711_Naughty_Nice/?mbid=sn
Net - a Porter

Obsessed

The entirity (well majority) of my spare time is consumed with finding my new obsession....Christian Louboutin Altadama python platforms, sold out everywhere as they are *coughs* not new on the scene...I gave up my search for the green, turqouise, OR orange Lanvin pumps from their Spring 2011 ad campaign (A ridiculously impossible task!!!)...I jus need a pair of python platforms in my life, and I won't settle for Topshop or even KG (they've gone downhill in the style stakes in my eyes)Most high street brands they look pretty but they hurt...I'd rather work my ass off (not literally I hope) and buy heels I am in love with...and these are pulling on my credit card strings....if I could find a pair for sale I would buy them!

Selfridges in Birmingham do have a similar pair currently in stock in a nude but they just aren't as oooohhh as these for me!

If you can help, comment away - but please no fakes, I couldn't do it! : (

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.polyvore.com/christian_louboutin_altadama_python_peep/thing?id=19973158

My Hasma creations...

The latest of Sowe's creations...the hamsa hands...I haven't taken mine off in weeks, its a must to keep away evil, lets face it theres alot of it in the world...

These will all be on sale at The Sutton Vintage Fair on the 11th September...A definate must to visit! As a reminder we sell vintage but we also sell modern and customised clothing, jewellery, bags and accessories (we're diverse to not discrim!ha)

Scarlet

xxx

Autumn / Winter

Autumn / Winter...

So I go on holiday this weekend and have been soo busy with work only just managed to get out to the shops this week, obviously as its the height of summer we now have all our Autumn / Winter stock in boo for my holiday but yay for new stuff!

I managed to order some winter boots and a cosy jumper ...here are some other bits that caught my fancy...

H&M - £24.99

New Mod at Topshop £30

Topshop £40

Emma Cook for Topshop £35

Kurt Geiger 'William' £170

Enjoy

Elle-phant

x

The Candy Store...

On Sunday I took my first visit to The Candy Store (well overdue) and I am pleased to say it was everything I knew it would be. Jay and his team have done a great job, its fresh, uncluttered, trendy and an easy atmosphere to shop in. I am fussy cow when I'm shopping, I hate being asked if I need help as soon as my foots throught the door. The stafff were great, they left me to browse for a while and have a look round before offering their help, perfectly timed.

The stock diversity is great, they have many different brands and diffrent styles, from poppy neon colours, embellishmed tees to simple designs. Both internally and externally I love the design, as I said before there is'nt any clutter, but there are quirky fetures such as the customised trainers (loved them!) and a framed brand "gallery" over the chic sofa near the changing rooms (a feature I'v used in a restaurant design for the produce suppliers - looks great!)

I made my first and definatley not last purchase, a womens Jilted Royalty Paisley tee, which I've rocked already! When I paid for my item the staff were once again friendly and attentive and told me there will be more womens stock in soon, a point which I think is good to know as Elle-Phant, Frockstar and myself will be visiting again this Saturday! My next purchase is definatley a XL mens tee to rock with tights and vintage Doc Martins <3

Heres my tee...which I love love LOVE! (don't mind the bottomless nature - It was a hot day!)

And a few pics from the lookbook, as I fan of photography and tattoos I really liked the images in this and have taken a few snapshots of my faves (quality is'nt brilliant unfortunatley) but if they have any left I'd def grab one!

Get your arses down there - you won't regret it!

The Candy Store
City Arcade
Union Street


Enjoy

Scarlet

xxx