VINTAGE

 

It makes me so happy when I pull a piece of clothing out of storage that I've owned for years and it's right on trend (and still fits!). It makes me feel justified for keeping hold of things seemingly past the expiration date.

This is a dress I bought from my friends fabulous vintage store, Gotta Have It in about 2005 and I LOVE it!

Also, I'm loving my new Juliet & Company necklace and I have a feeling you're going to be seeing it featured on Ladyboots quite a bit, so apologies in advance!

Dress: Vintage, Shoes: Topshop (similar here and here)

Necklace: Juliet & Company

Bracelets: Vintage, Pamela Love, KusiPeru at Etsy

THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY

I am so bloody bummed and I need to vent!

After waiting TWO weeks for this fierce lace peplum skirt to snail mail it's way to me from Topshop, it doesn't fit AND is completely sold out!! Argh!! I am so disappointed. Why didn't I order it in multiple sizes? Whhhhhyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!

The new Topshop store opening in Los Angeles next Spring can't come quick enough for my liking.

I guess you win some, you lose some and in this case-I'm a big loser! Bah! ; )

OFF THE WALL

 

Whilst still in New York, I passed this amazing wall art in Soho late one night after dinner and was obsessed with photographing it for about a week.

We ended up taking the pictures on an insanely sweltering day and at one point I thought Mr. Sykes might have to peel me off the pavement. I'm not kidding, it was no joke man!

PS. I love this outfit!
PPS. The shorts are super comfy.
PPS. The button up blouse in over 90 degree heat-not so much.

Blouse: TopShop. Shorts: BCBG Maxazria. Shoes: Kurt Geiger.
Bag: Proenza Schouler. Sunglasses: Stella McCartney (similar here).

ROAST BOWL

 

Mr. Sykes and I had a rather unsuccessful visit to the Pasadena Rosebowl Flea Market last Sunday. I guess I bragged one time too many about how I always find the exact thing I'm looking for every time I go. I needed bringing down a peg or two.
Ugh! It was such a bummer. Not to mention hotter than a... (fill in the expletive!)
The heat gave me an opportunity to take out my oft forgotten parasol, and rattan visor, which almost made the bum trip worth it-but not quite.
Despite the disappointment, I'm sure I'll be back next month to try again. I will share my spoils with you here, because I always find the exact thing I'm looking for every time I go to the Rosebowl! ; )

Dress: Topshop (similar here), Shoes: Kurt Geiger
Bag: Chanel, Necklace: Storets
Hat: Asos, Watch: Michael Kors, Sunglasses: Karen Walker.

PARK LIFE

One of my favorite things to do in New York, is to bike ride in Central Park. With the money we've spent renting bikes, Mr. Sykes and I could've bought a small car I reckon. 

But that's living in Manhattan - we don't have anywhere to store a bike! Whadda ya gonna do?!

This Think Closet dress is so comfortable for bike riding in, though I admit the shoes weren't necessarily the smartest option!

My Pamela Love Sun cuff is a favorite and check out my new heart shaped ring from TigerTree - only $34!! Gotta love that.

Take a peep at this little film we made. The music is by Yann Tiersen from the Amelie soundtrack (love that movie).

 Hope you like it.

Dress: Think Closet. Kimono (in video): TopShop (similar here). Shoes: Dolce Vita.

Watch: Michael Kors. Sunglasses: The Row. 

Sweetheart ring: Tigertree. Sun Cuff and Spike Earrings: Pamela Love.

SURPRISE.

Mr. Sykes surprised me with these Ray-Ban's yesterday. I love them! I reckon you can never have too many pairs of sunglasses, which is just as well because I have a bunch! 

Here are some other pieces of delectable eye candy:

Clockwise from top left: Stella McCartney, ASOS,

Karen Walker, TopShop.

DOWN TO EARTH

I love my Chanel ballet flats. I justify owning so many pairs, because I wear them with almost everything. They are such a timeless piece and I know I'll continue to wear them as the years go by.

Looking for a place to take these pictures on set today, Sharif and I came across these planets (thanks for being my lens man buddy!) I guess I'll find out what they're for when we shoot the next episode.

This denim colored cotton dress is from Topshop, here's a similar vibe at ASOS. The belt is J Crew.