Super Summer Sale

I'm back from holiday and partially bankrupt...so I'm launching a 20% off summer sale! Yes that's right, using the discount code SWIVSUPERSUMMERSALE you can get even more money off my already highly reasonably priced items. What will you buy? A sweet summer dress for just £12.80 down from £16?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/75611874/late-80s-early-90s-fit-and-flare-floral

A quirky-awesome summer skirt for just £7.20?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/75611445/80s-tropical-floral-print-high-waisted

Or a pair of simply stunning Bally bow front heels for a mere £10.40?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/75608024/1980s-bally-suede-bow-front-black-court

We've got a little something to suit every style and, with prices like these, every pocket too. So update your wardrobe without maxing out your overdraft, buy something unique safe in the knowledge that your getting a bargain and do a good little deed too, by helping to save me from the wrath of my boyfriend by helping me pay him back for the EuroStar tickets he was lovely enough to buy (sorry!)

H.B.

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Business Wear Part 2: Beyond the Black, Navy or Charcoal Suit

One of the most common complaints I've encountered at networking events is that shopping for office appropriate clothing is boring. The more interesting stuff either looks (and is) cheap and faintly unprofessional or is way out of the budget of the average shopper. Well that's where buying vintage comes in. 


If you're the kind of lady who likes to stand out from the crowd then there are a whole host of stunning options out on the web, in charity shops, down markets and at carboot sales that will turn heads for all the right reasons. After all, both vintage and adding a pop of colour to outfits are very very fashionable this season (Cheryl Cole's love it or hate it orange and purple American X-Factor combo anyone?).

Vs.

Make: Kasper for A.S.L
Size: UK 8-10
Label states USA size 6
Condition: Fantastic condition, no signs of wear and tear
Measurements: Bust: 16", Waist: 15", Hips: 18", Length: 25.5", Shoulders: 15.5"
All measurements taken whilst flat
Care Instructions: Dry Clean Only

£28
 http://www.etsy.com/listing/76700769/80s-black-and-red-kasper-for-asl-jacket

Make: Bianco
Size: 8-10
Great Condition, No Signs of Ware and Tear
Bust: 17", Waist: 15.5", Length: 23", Shoulders:14"
All measurements taken while flat
Care instructions: 30oC gentle wash, use non-bio, do not tumble dry

£13
http://www.etsy.com/listing/75605071/electric-blue-80s-jacket-bright-graphic

Personally I love the look of a brightly coloured, good quality vintage jacket but for plenty of women, and in plenty of working environments, this just doesn't quite feel right. Fortunately there are plenty of other ways of brightening up a dull office outfit, a statement shirt, for example:

Make: The Edinburgh Collection

Size 14-16
Measurements: Bust:20”, Waist: 20”, Length: 25”, Shoulders:17”
Please Note all Measurements Taken Whilst Flat
Good Condition, shows some slight signs of expected wear and tear but generally very good vintage condition
Care Instructions: 40oC synthetics wash, do not tumble dry

£9 
http://www.etsy.com/listing/75608472/emerald-green-70s-blouse-uk-14-16

Meduim-Large size, all tags have been removed probably due to the fact they would have shown through the slightly see through fabric.
Measurements: Bust: 20", Waist: 20", Length: 26.5"
All Measurements Taken Whilst Flat

£10
http://www.etsy.com/listing/76702111/80s-horse-print-blouse-size-medium-to

White, late 80's blouse with floral embroidery running down the front

Make: St. Michael for M&S
Size 12
Measurements: Bust: 19”, Waist: 19”, Length: 25”, Shoulders:15”
Please note all measurements taken when flat
Condition: Great quality, no obvious signs of wear and tare
Care Instructions: 50oC Synthetics wash, to not tumble dry

£9

http://www.etsy.com/listing/75609008/80s-white-long-sleeved-floral-embroidery

So as you can see, a nice suit and blouse combo doesn't have to be boring, or expensive.

New Stock, More Stuff!

After revelling in the sunshine all day I've finally got round to listing a couple of brand new items on the etsy shop:

Elegant vintage 1980's faux snakeskin court heels with a square heel. Classic, smart, sophisticated and under stated.

Make: Essentials

Size: UK 6

Heel: 2"

Condition: good vintage condition, some small signs of wear around heels

http://www.etsy.com/listing/76702862/vintage-80s-faux-snakeskin-brown-court

Red and black 80s Jacket. Great designer quality, perfect for creating a stand-out look. Small shoulder pads built in under the lining.

Make: Kasper for A.S.L

Size: UK 8-10
Label states USA size 6

Condition: Fantastic condition, no signs of wear and tear

Measurements: Bust: 16", Waist: 15", Hips: 18", Length: 25.5", Shoulders: 15.5"

All measurements taken whilst flat

Care Instructions: Dry Clean Only

http://www.etsy.com/listing/76700769/80s-black-and-red-kasper-for-asl-jacket

Lovely, quirky, slightly see through vintage 1980's horse print blouse. Meduim-Large size, all tags have been removed probably due to the fact they would have shown through the slightly see through fabric.

Measurements: Bust: 20", Waist: 20", Length: 26.5"

All Measurements Taken Whilst Flat

http://www.etsy.com/listing/76702111/80s-horse-print-blouse-size-medium-to

I've got some more rather fabulous items coming up soon so if you're on the look out for a size 6-8 vintage 70's Jaeger animal print wrap dress, gorgeous size 10 electric blue structured midi suit skirt, a beautiful 70's leather strap ladies watch or a whole host of other quirky good quality vintage items, follow @sowhatvintage on twitter for up to date listings and discount codes ;) 

H.B.