Style

Considering that I find myself predominantly writing about fashion or for fashion publications, it's rather strange that I haven't written about style in my own personal blog. So, here goes!


I would say that my style is ever-changing. It has probably been that way since I was a teen, when I would play with different styles to find clothes that matched my personality. The main aspect of my style that has always remained consistent would be to keep at least one aspect of it classic. Whether adding pearls to a casual jeans and baggy tee outfit to dress it up, or pairing a black peep-toe heel with a statement dress; I always keep something classic. I guess that's something that I learnt from my mother. 


My wardrobe at the moment is a mix of colours and patterns from black stripes to beige, to cerise, or sage greens. However I find myself always going back to chiffon tops. I love chiffon! The way it sits on the body, so floaty and feminine. It always flatters my curvy shape, and looks great when paired with skinny jeans (which are my wardrobe staple). 


Another wardrobe must-have of mine is a boy-fit black tuxedo jacket. I bought mine 2 years ago at H&M for £12.99, which looking back on it now seems like a bargain! Boy-fit jackets sit perfect on any shape and can be worn with anything from a cocktail dress to jeans. They're effortlessly chic and an absolute must of mine! 

"Fashion fades, only style remains the same." Coco Chanel 

What are your wardrobe staples?


Until next time...


XOXO


Alex 

Judy's Affordable Vintage Fair

So I realised that I am awfully delayed with putting up my posts, which I do apologise for! Being back in Uni, it's a little difficult to juggle so many different things. Anyway, I have just returned home having spent a lovely couple of hours with Mia and Catt at Judy's Affordable Vintage Fair at Cardiff's Student Union. I always love going to Judy's fairs as they always have the best selection of vintage buys from homeware to jewelry and even had a cute seating area for tea and cupcakes!

There were so many different stalls from lots of new independent vintage sellers that we had to make 4 trips around the stalls in order to take everything in! The variety was overwhelming! I managed to catch up with the lovely ladies at Rose Tinted vintage (who always have the most amazing dresses at the best prices!), they're always my favourite ladies for vintage and always have the cutest bags! 

I was surprised and overwhelmed by the age ranges of the shoppers at the fair. There were young children with their parents, young teens to adults, it was really lovely. Catching up with Jo and Danielle from Rose Tinted we were discussing how Cardiff has a overwhelming support network of vintage buyers and shoppers but not many people know about the events. It seems to be a common passion for most fashion shoppers in  Cardiff but not many know of the events. So I'm hoping that my work with BeatReview.com I can hopefully bring more awareness to these events and keep everyone in the know! 

Here are just a few photos I took at the fair:

Overall, a lovely morning of vintage, fun, tea and cakes! Looking forward to the next fair!

Also, if anyone knows of any vintage/fashion events then please let me know on alex.gravell@gmail.com

XOXO

Alex