Hey lovely ladies,
First stop was Lewes where we met up with our lovely new friend Sophie (hi Sophie!). We plundered round Lewes together buying hats, prints, dresses and shoes and then hit up the pub.
The next day we went to Brighton town.
Record hunter Harriett.
Our favorite!
We then went to Kens in the lanes with Harriett's fabulous family. I love Kens it sells lots of fry ups and everything has a vegan alternative. Yum.
Harriett and her ma.
Harriett's family are amazing. We spent a lot of time in her Grandparent's new swish hot tub and sauna. We are now considering putting our pennies away so in a million years we can have a hot tub too!
Her records.
Harriett and her brother Thom.
We then headed back to Lewes to attend bonfire night. For those of you that don't know Lewes, its the most quiet little antique village but for bonfire night everyone goes a bit mad.
The procession!
One of the many many bonfire societies.
I've never seen anything like Lewes bonfire! I normally find that bonfire night is a little disappointing but it was absolutely amazing and went on for hours.
The yobs!
There are so many different societies who all have their own identitys, some dress up as pirates or Edwardians. The young societies dress plainly but bring lots of very loud fire crackers which deafened me and Harriett for a good two days!
There are so many different societies who all have their own identitys, some dress up as pirates or Edwardians. The young societies dress plainly but bring lots of very loud fire crackers which deafened me and Harriett for a good two days!
The next day we went back to home via Lewes.
Harriett wears
40s boater - Lewes antique shop
40's hunting jacket - charity shop
40's smock - Lewes antique shop
Victorian skirt - Lewes antique shop
Vintage mary janes - charity shop
Harriett wore a bag that she purchased for a friend in Lewes. Its an amazing 30's military bag which came with original bandages.
It even has the name of the owner inside. We salute you E. Giles!
I'm wearing
40's hunting jacket - a present from Harriett
50's silk shirt - Lewes antique shop
20's dress - Lewes antique shop
Edwardian style boots - John Lewis
Thifted belt - charity shop
Necklace - a present from an old friend
Necklace - a present from an old friend
The absolutely beautiful hats Harriett bought from 'May's antiques' in Lewes.
Victorian topper with a bird.
Victorian mourning bonnet.
I also bought a beautiful 40's blouse and a Christmas present for Harriett at 'May's antiques'. But you'll just have to wait for outfit posts!
In other news I no longer work for the retro lingerie company that I used to. However I do have a fabulous new job at Lush and I'm much happier and excited to be there! Harriett also has some exciting news but I'll leave her to tell you that!
I also bought a beautiful 40's blouse and a Christmas present for Harriett at 'May's antiques'. But you'll just have to wait for outfit posts!
In other news I no longer work for the retro lingerie company that I used to. However I do have a fabulous new job at Lush and I'm much happier and excited to be there! Harriett also has some exciting news but I'll leave her to tell you that!
Lots of love.
Aimee xx
Aimee xx
Ooh looks like you had fun, those ensembles are gorgeous ladies! I nearly bought a mourning bonnet recently but didn't think it would look right, however Harriet you have proved they look gorgeous! x
ReplyDeleteAaw I was down Bonfire weekend too, in Kens and Snoopers (though I gave Lewes a miss because we had a little fireworks party to attend)
ReplyDeleteYou both look incredible! Some great finds too! I'm gonna persuade the boy to take me to Lewes for the day ;-D
x x
OMG the last two hats. *swoons*
ReplyDeleteYou two are fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLooks as if you had a spiffing time and sure know how to dress to impress.
ReplyDeleteSome lovely finds!!! Both of you look just lovely :D
ReplyDeleteHi Aimee and Harriett!! Bonfire night in Lewes sounds fabulous! You two looked stunning, as always! :) xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous finds, every time I read your Blog I wish you would take me shopping with you!! Where would you recommend in Brighton? I am going for the first time this weekend:)
ReplyDeleteJess x
http://pinkindielondon.blogspot.com/
Thanks ladies, your comments are always so kind and make me all smiley! Jess I would recommend these fine establishments.
ReplyDelete-Snoopers
By far the best place to shop for vintage in brighton.
http://www.northlaine.co.uk/snoopers-paradise/
- North Laine Antique and Flea market
Another excellent flea market. Not really a place for clothes but usually has some lovely bits and bobs.
http://maps.google.com/maps/place?client=safari&rls=en&oe=UTF-8&um=1&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&q=brighton+flea+market&fb=1&hq=flea+market&hnear=0x48758509f6294167:0x9cc6af7a727d0ef9,Brighton,+Brighton+and+Hove,+UK&cid=6557161001663534757
-Hope Harlequin.
The most amazing vintage you will ever set eyes on
but a bit on the pricey side
http://hopeandharlequin.com/
- Wolf & Gypsy
Mix of genuine vintage and more modern 'retro' pieces, but I found a beautiful handmade 30's teddy from here for £30.
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=75560500319
Theres also a little antique store opposite, snoopers that seems
to not have a name, or a website, but is painted green and is worth
a look! If you are there on a saturday morning there is an out side
flea market on upper gardner street to stroll along. I hope that helps and have a lovely trip.
Harriett xx
Looks like you had a whole bunch of stunning funnings!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a super time! I LOVE Snoopers Paradise, last week I even dreamt about it; sadly I don't get to go there often :(
ReplyDeleteI used to work for Lush in their mail order factory in Poole, Dorset. I was a little worried that I wouldn't be able to cope with the smell all day long but your nose soon adjusts and you get loads of free stuff as well as a whopping discount, yay! x
You both look totally gorgeous as ever. Slightly drooling over your hat finds right now...
ReplyDeletexx Charlotte
Tuppence Ha'penny Vintage
Long time no see! Lovely new vintage treasure and loving the outfit posts- gorgeous as usual! Can we perhaps have a hair tutorial on the lovely plait ensemble that Harriett is sporting? It looks great! Happy Monday evening.... x
ReplyDeleteLove the hats! I'm a hat collector, but most of them don't fit my head. Oh well, what can you do? I recognized the Brighton shop, Snooper's Paradise from another British/English (I'm American and I don't know the difference) blog that I read. It's 'Your's Truely, X' by a girl in that area. She's always talking about what a great shop it is.
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Congratulations on the new job:). Your weekend away sounds and looks exquisite and I love Harriet's braids and hats. I haven't seen a decent bonfire night since ... ever!
ReplyDeleteabsolutely marvelous style. you guys are fantastic.
ReplyDeleteYou both look amazing ! so beautiful
ReplyDeletehttp://anniliinas.blogspot.com
Gorgeous!!! Do you guys have any tips on how to find your own vintage style? I mean I find it difficult cos I'm asian and I have a pixie cut, I keep going back to Jean Seberg's style but I want to wear fabulous pieces like you too! Lotsa love!
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Nora Finds