My Kind of Shop

Thought I would share some photos I've collected from my travels that represent my weakness for car boot sales, brocantes, ad hoc stalls, vintage shops...  I am ADDICTED. There is just something magical about owning something pre-loved. Whether I find something for my kitchen, a unique piece of jewellery, an old candlestick or a vintage couture dress, I always find something! Happy Saturday!

This week I covet...

 

Buffalo Girl's Apache Tan Tasseled Bag!

Buffalo Girl is based in Byron Bay, Australia and is the brainchild of Terry Cronin. Terry's creations are truly unique combining leather, fringing, hand-picked stones and heavy embellishment.

This bag represents perfection to me... Soft leather, fringing, turquoise... mmm...

(Photos courtesy of Buffalo Girl website)

The Pin-Up

 









Mrs. Hince, Ms. Moss. Mrs. Hince will always be Ms. Moss, the pin-up. No matter how hard I try not to take frantic mental notes of every single outfit she wears, I just can't stop myself. She just nails it every time. I automatically find myself drawn to every item she wears or something very similar. I have absolutely no control over this pervasive influence on my style!

My absolutely favourite photo shoot is Testino's Hope and Glory from Vogue October 2008. The eclectic mix of motorcyle leathers, army surplus, chains, mesh, feathers, feminine scarves and heavily embellished gowns is exquisite.

I love it so much that I recently bought another copy of the issue on ebay (as I couldn't bear to tear up my own copy!), ripped out the pages and made a collage of my favourite images. It takes pride of place in my guest room.

Viva Mexicana!

 

This month I am obsessed with all things mexican! I came across the Mexicana line by Disaster Designs. Bought the fab wallet. Now have my eyes on the bag... Available in Avoca!

I am also in love with Spell's Bonita and Juerez wallets.