Goodwood Revival 2013

Sit down with a cup of tea and prepare yourselves; this is going to be a seriously picture heavy post!

 

On Friday, after months and weeks of preparation, we set off to Goodwood! After a well documented (via Twitter) jacket nightmare, having it been held up for almost a month at Customs, it finally arrived and I could put together my look. A huge forties fan, I was desperate to put together a classic outfit that represents my style, but was within my modest price range! I decided to wear my own interpretation of the Dior New Look that came out in 1947.

 

And here is my version...

 

 

Jacket: Black Rock Vintage on Etsy

Blouse: Charity Shop

Skirt: Zara (3 years ago!)

Shoes: Ebay

Bag: Vintage Hobbs

Beret: Charity Shop

Brooch: Bobby and Dandy, Hove

 

I even found the perfect Dior New Look shape straw sun hat, whilst on holiday in Suffolk, however the decidedly rainy weather called time on those plans. I decided to go for a Beret and a pageboy set, Lauren Bacall/Nina Foch style.

 

 

 

It is the first time that I have worn a beret and I must say that I loved it!

 

Here come the pictures...

 

Super amazing Tesco's stocked with goods in original packaging

Brown sauce anyone?!

 

 

My boyfriend wishing this was his

 

I had such an amazing time, it really was quite overwhelming to be surrounded by such an incredible amount of everything that I love! I suppose that I am so used to searching out vintage in a charity shop, or seeing what a vintage fair has to offer, that miles of clothes, cars and just hours of people watching was just amazing. I really wish we had bought tickets for all three days so that we could see the finals of the racing, and spent more hours immersed in the atmosphere. The only problem has been my seriously achy legs the day after!

 

Have you been this year, or any previous years? I would love to see some of your pictures!

 

Hannah xxx

 

Some Holiday Ideas

After an entire twelve months without an official 'holiday', I am very keen to get some plans and holidays booked for the upcoming year. I have taken to scrolling the internet and even braving to utter phrases such as "it's only £250 for three nights", like some millionaire, which I am not.

The tough decision comes to whether to go abroad. I am increasingly desperate to feel the sun on my very pasty skin, even more when I can hear the rain pounding against my poor windows. However I struggle to decide where, and what kind of holiday, it is that I want. I have tried the all-inclusive sun filled week and found myself bored and saw far too many children for my liking. Equally, the self catering, exploring holiday seems like it would be quite hard work, but very fun and would guarantee some great experiences. In my dreams, I would love to go off inter-railing for a month or so. Jumping on a train and travelling all over Europe, planning the journey as I go would be incredible. Unfortunately, reality hits me once I start looking at the finer details, and I realise I neither have the money nor time allowed off work to let me have such a holiday.

That's when I start looking in this country. Like any vintage loving girl, I crave the idea of something different, unusual and any added kitsch is a bonus. That is where I stumbled across the website Vintage Vacations which promises English Charm in retro Airstreams from the sixties, or seaside chic in renovated Beach Shacks or Scout Huts. My favourite is the gorgeous 1954 Spartanette, seen below...

Oh how I would love to be sat there...

 

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Another wishlist destination is the amazing Goodwood Revival 13-15th September 2013. This event would suit both my boyfriend and I down to an absolute T with all of the cars and vintage frolicking, so we have both dreamed of visiting for years. We have been looking this evening, and have been considering visiting for just the Saturday, spending the Friday and Sunday evening in a nearby hotel. Unfortunately this seems to be everybody's idea, and most are either very expensive or booked up. If anyone spots a local available hotel please please please let me know! Otherwise my boyfriend will be playing chauffeur!

 

Do you have any British stay-cations planned? I would love to hear about them!

 

Lots of love,

 

Hannah xxx