"I dress for the image.  Not for myself, not for the public, not for fashion, not for men."  Marlene Dietrich

How to make a turban from a scarf

Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say and not giving a damn - Gore Vidal

3 dresses...

Dress Red - Mango - £59.90

Dress Manuel - Mango - £44.90

green 70s chiffon waisted dress - River Island - £44.99

xoxo Bracha

Marketplace

A few weeks ago, I revisited one of my old haunts...I spent a Sunday walking around Camden Market and exploring what it has to offer.  It struck me as a lot more seedy and druggy than I remembered!  It's like someone turned the lights on in the early hours after a really late party; you open your eyes and some of the glamour has worn off and begins to look old! ;)  And it has become somewhat more commercial as well.  However, it still retains a certain charm and there are some finds to be had.  There are still the same vintage and second hand bargains and handmade craft stalls.  What has changed significantly, and this is what interested me, is that there are now some really strong independent boutiques with their own individual style; that really adds value to the area.

My favourite boutique was JJ Park in the stables market (10c).  It had an amazing selection of girly vintage style clothing with lace, ruffles and bows.  There were fab leather bags and jewellery too.  The styling in the shop is just great and you will be spoilt for choice.  Promise.  Unfortunately I couldn't find pictures to do it justice, but here are a few:

Satin Bib Jersey Top - reduced to £45.49

Charcoal Grey Chiffon Jumper - £45.49

Large Ribbon Dress - £99

Ruffle Detail Dress - £95

Bow Skirt - £65

Textured Lace Petals Dress/Tunic - £80

Terminal D is another great store alas I have no pictures only the address - 016 Chalk Farm Road, in the stables market

Lily J is another great designer!

13&05 has a lovely vintage atmosphere in the store; they have a selection of beautiful and unique womenswear - Unit 30B Stables Market - see below for some examples:

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£35

£38

£40

Showroom womenswear - 91c & 585 stables market - 'flirtatious ruffles, elegant lace and delicate fabrics'

Oih London - Stables Market unit 846

Madam Shangrila - unit 849

Will try and get more pics next time!!

xoxo Bracha

White Interiors

I have a thing for white interiors....depending on my mood I might prefer elements of shabby chic, opulence with a touch of minimalism as well as a cottage/seaside feel to it.  I adore the simplicity and calmness of white and I have already been doing some research for when I have my Malibu beach house!...One day....

Personal Space

“When you feel good in a piece of clothing, anything can happen. A good outfit is a passport for happiness.” - Yves saint Laurent

superficial....but kinda true....

The Brent Cross Diaries

With just an hour in Brent Cross this morning after a self-imposed ban on the place for around 6 months, I left feeling inspired!  I allowed myself a tentative step into spring fashion browsing, under the pretence of getting my daughter's shoes checked for size.  She had mentioned they had been hurting her after all....but I couldn't deny I was excited to have a legitimate reason to window shop, despite not having the funds to follow through.... Anyway, here are a few finds I spotted in that delicious space in time....

LK Bennett Wilder Fawn Leopard dress - £195

This dress has ruched detailing down the side and is absolutely stunning!

LK Bennett Sliver Sandals - £185

Reiss Shola Bandage dress - £175

Have recently become a bit obsessed with Reiss...they have a fab sale on at the moment - check out the back of the shop!

Accessorize Floral Painted Bangle - £10

Had a dash round h&m and spotted these wooden sandals, or something similar:

Lots of useful looking spring basics there, will just have to go back a take a closer look :)

Found these cute ballet pumps in John Lewis for my daughter in the end:

John Lewis Girls Patent Pumps - £12

More later!

xoxo Bracha

Runaway

Check this out!! I've been asked to model in this fashion event my friend is organising to raise money for her kids school.  Make a note of the date and come along for what promises to be an inspiring and indulgent evening packed with treats and entertainment. 

There'll be a speaker, female singer, stalls with jewellery, sheitels and clothes as well as treatments by the Body Shop.  There will also be a raffle with prizes including a custom sheitel, 1 month's gym membership and breakfast for 2 at Orli's cafe.

Look at the weblink for more info and to book tickets: www.walklikeaqueen.weebly.com