Kachel stripe mini dress (similar here & and I love this red striped option), Proenza Schouler PS11 satchel, Valentino tango pumps, ASOS sunglasses, Mademoiselle X Mejuri earrings
I don’t think that I’ve ever felt more like sixties British icon Twiggy, than I have in this little black and white striped dress. Long sleeves, a mock collar, and the straight fit through the body scream ‘mod’ in the best kind of way.
As part of my recent wardrobe overhaul, I’ve come to the conclusion that I just need to pare things back a little bit, and really go back to basics. As much as I love a bit of fun and frills, I feel most like ‘me’ when I’m wearing something simple like this.
When it comes to the accessories, my PS11 satchel from Proenza Schouler is still going strong after six years – it’s the one bag that I continue to reach for time and time again, as it just goes with absolutely everything, not to mention that it’s the perfect size for day-to-day use. For reference, mine is the larger of the two sizes. Then there are the tango pumps from Valentino; I managed to score these brand new, for less than half price during a lucky browse on The Real Real, and even though they seemed like a bit of a splurge during a time when I was supposed to be saving for our wedding, they’ve turned out to be a major workhorse in my wardrobe.
While I wouldn’t go so far as to say that a striped dress is an absolute must to have tucked away in your closet, for a girl who loves a stripe as much as I do, it’s a pretty strong contender to be considered a wardrobe classic in my eyes. Plus all that aside, there’s nothing like a good mariniere, or breton stripe, to make a girl feel like a Parisian – and who doesn’t want that?!
Hello there,
I recently picked up a pair of the Valentino ztango pumps. I find the toe box to be quite shallow that on first couple of try ons at home my big toes seem to hurt after a little bit. I remember you mentioned in your previous posting that these weren’t that comfortable for you at first. Are these broken in? How long did it take you? And are they comfy now? I can’t decide if I will keep them so hopefully can getting some perspective from your experience. Thanks!
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Hi there!
So I went for my usual size which is an EU40 and I didn’t have any issues with the length of the shoe, it was more the width across my left foot as I have a bunion from when I was 13. I find these to be pretty comfortable though they do pinch if I wear them all day (they still aren’t 100% stretched across my foot) but it’s nothing that I’m not used to. The length won’t change so I would probably considering going up half a size if I were you. I hope that helps! x
Yep, I’m still a tiny bit obsessed with those shoes! I saw a patent version at Marshalls (a sister company of TJ/TK Maxx). Would have bought them if they were regular leather.
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I like the patent but I think they would be so much harder to break in, don’t you?! xx
I love the Valentino pumps! Always on the look out for the right pair at a good price. Of course the glittery star print ones are my favourites!
xx Jenelle
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