I heart Vintage for this Summer's Style

When precisely did it become fashionable to wear old-fashioned clothing? And what classifies as old-fashioned, now that vintage has become the fashion? Hipsters flaunt their knack for old-school or retro outfits on the streets of Cape Town, their horn rims glinting in the sunlight as they stick their thumbs into the bands of their suspenders... That's not exactly MY style but don't get me wrong I have no problem with hipsters, they don't do any harm and they have an iconic obsession with what was cool thirty years ago... I love vintage glam, when woman were feminine and that didn't mean representing them as sex symbols - when woman were strong, curvy, and wore bold outfits.

This Summer I'm wearing an actual vintage red polka dot dress, a gift from a friend.

I will also be sporting this gorgeous high waisted 50's bikini poolside!

Let me know what your favourite style for this summer is in the comment section below.

Soft, uncomplicated parings

I'm no fashion guru and I don't pretend to be on top of the latest trends but I do love clothes and have the tiniest of online shopping addictions... But I call it like I see it, so here goes.

I love paring soft and simple colours together. A plain non-patterned blouse with soft colored pants, jeans or skirt is a definite winner. Making a major imprint on fashion at the moment in South Africa is peach and mint, just like my hi-lo dress from Foshini (last summer season). I paired it with three quarter army green jacket from Jay Jays (also an oldie but a goodie). 

Also for your pleasure, my beautiful rose, picked freshly from my now-sprouting Summer-garden.