Monday, December 20, 2010

vintage heaven on a fashion rail

The vintage fashion market at Cape Town's Labia (now on every every Sat) is the most delightful treasure trove of retro fashion finds I have seen in a long time... and its SO affordable. I found loads of fashion bargains there ... the prettiest Mad-Men inspired dresses for under R100, vintage blouses from R50 the most awesome retro boots and shoes from R350. Go and check it out. (Bonus is you can try everything on in the bathrooms inside the Labia.)

Another special find is the Love Project Gift shop (literally just behind the Labia, opp Lifestyle on kloof) It is a non-profit organization that  sells more than 60 different community projects' artistic products, and I found the most fabulous retro crocheted pieces, interesting brooches and gorgeous homeware and baby wear... also very affordable. Plus it's all for a good cause, so no guilt purchases here!

Below are some of my fabulously affordable finds from the Labia market and the Love Projects.
Happy shopping
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it's all happening

The Rarely Worn Fashion sale is on from March 31 to 2nd April at 66 Albert Road, Woodstock (one-off garments, barely worn at awesome prices)

The Designer fashion garage sale is on on the 25th & 26th of March at nr 8 Edgar Road, Hout Bay. Melissa shoes for R120!! Seeriyas!!

The Toffie Market is on from today till sat at the City Hall... best Vintage threads!

VISIT: www.facebook.com/Vintage.Lover.Store
She delivers vintage to people.
Gorgeous, affordable vintage fashion with great customer service.
Stock is uploaded once a week, Wednesdays for Handbags and Thursdays for Clothes.

It’s a blogging fashion bargain
Visit these fashion blogspots and websites for the best in (local) online vintage fashion and affordable buys:
http://www.shopmissmollyfashions.blogspot.com
http://thriftcapetown.blogspot.com
 http://www.spence.co.za
www.africhic.com

Bright as a feather

Bright as a feather
Add colour and instant newness to your winter look with these on trend feather earrings for only R120 from YDE. Ps. these will be in store at the end of March.

get cropped

get cropped
Cropped tops are so haute! and before you panic, they are NOT just for young ones who can show off there tummy. This style is perfect for the season's high-waisted pants and skirts. I found this one at THE LOT for R199, on the 25th March. For more info call 021424 8812

denim heaven

denim heaven
For only R169 this denim shirt by Cherokee at Pick 'n Pay Clothing, which has once again taken my breathe away, is the perfect denim shirt to own for many seasons to come.

Sole mates

Sole mates
I actually cannot believe I found these absolutely gorgeous up-to-the-minute worker boots (even with a wooden sole) for just R350 at Edgars. They have to be my favourite fashion find! Perfect for boying up fashions love affair with everything floral, or worn with a pair of utility-inspired cargo's chino's or rolled city shorts, your fashion options are absolutely endless! PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

This is THE onsie to own

This is THE onsie to own
It's like straight off the catwalk! a denim fitted onsie with cuffed bottoms for just R380 at Foschini's! Seriyas!! My fashion nerves are finished! PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

Devine Denim

Devine Denim
With acid wash such a big trend, this floppy denim bag is the perfect accessory to buy into this retro trend without spending a fortune...just R299... plus, it's the simpest way to update the boho look for winter. Wear with the new skinny boyfriend jeans or the midi lenth maxi dress. The perfect outfit: 70's flared pants, a pussybow shirt, shaggy gillet and complete the look with a platform wedge. Denim Bag from Foschini. PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON THE 21st MARCH 2011

prints charming

prints charming
This in-the-waist digital print mini skirt will do the business with opaque stockings, a pair of killer platform courts and a tucked in pussy bow shirt. Yes ma'am and it's just R195 at The Lot (021 4248812) PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 19th MARCH 2011

I want this too

I want this too
with Camel the new black, this floppy shirt dress with belt for just R295 at Edgars, is the perfect item to wear over a pair of city shorts, on its own with flats, worker boots or wedges. It's so versatile and bang on trend with the new season's utility statement PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

dress up

dress up
Mirroring the lady-like trend with its dramatic collar detail and tux like bib, this super glam, super midi length dress is only R300 at Rage PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

We'll be having it

We'll be having it
Love these grey brogue style booties with winter check fold-overs. Roll up your last season skinny's and update them with these babies, for just R200 at Edgars PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

Too school for cool

Too school for cool
Shut up!! the hottest ever high top sneaker on a wedge AND with a check turn-over and just R300! Sports luxe at it's best! Get it at Foschini's now PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

Get Cropped

Get Cropped
Cropped knits are a huge trend for this winter... but they are designed for layering (not navel gazing!) layer your knit over a floral shirt or update your crisp white shirt or cropped denim jacket. This haute cropped cable knit jersey is just R260 at Foschinis. PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

Teerific

Teerific
Coral is the hautest colour for Autumn/Winter 11 (especially when worn with the other haute colour, camel). I especially love the ruffle details on the shoulders (great detail for drawing attention upwards) and this detail adds something special to just a plain Tee. What a fash treat for just R170... at Edgars PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON THE 20th MARCH 2011

Utility chic

Utility chic
With masculine, clssic minimalism so on trend for winter this utility style in the waist skirt is an essential, versatile fashion can-have. pretty up with a pussy-bow blouse and keep it boyish with worker boots or a wicked wedge. Also love the colour... camel... is the new black. Skirt R195 from Wardrobe Tel: 021 422 2885. PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE MARCH 16 2011

Call me pretty

Call me pretty
With the midi-length so now (mid calf) this gorgeous reto print dress for just R399, from Wardobe (021 422 2885) is too gorgeous! Cinch in at the waist with a whip thin leather skinny belt and remember to boy up pretty with a pair of worker boots. PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON THE 16TH MARCH 2011

Camel is a colour

Camel is a colour
Luv luv luv these sueded brogues for just R220 from Traffic. In winter's hottest colour... camel, they look gorgeous with high-waisted floral skirts, utilty shorts and preppy cargo trousers rolled at the hem. Traffic 021 424 2250. PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON 16 MARCH 2011

Sherpa sherpa

Sherpa sherpa
this sherpa lined cropped flying jacket for just R525, from Traffic, is bang on trend and will add newness to summer's city shorts and winter's flared denims. For more info call 021 424 2250. PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON 16 MARCH 2011

haute fur the new season

haute fur the new season
Fur is haute for Winter 2011. Luving this leather-look waistcoat with fake fur inset for just R585 From Traffic. What a bargain! looks great worn with chino's tightly rolled to the ankles or even with summers city shorts anfd boyfriend boots. The utility military look is hot for the Season. PS. I found this in store on the 22nd Jan 2011. For more info call Traffic 021 424 2250

shagalicious baybi

shagalicious baybi
The shaggy gillet is so hot for winter. Luving this one for R499 from Wardrobe. Looks great with a longsleeved midi-length Maxi dress or a pair of paperbag waist, cropped trousers. This will update your winter wardrobe instantly. For more info call 021 422 2885 PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON 18TH FEB 2011

stroke the furry dress

stroke the furry dress
luving this furry frock with vintage brooches in the deepest plum for R599 from Slick. Glam up with platform wedges, rock it with patent courts or ruff it up with a pair of boyfriend boots. Haute whichever way you go. For more info call 021 433 1050 PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON 18TH FEB 2011

booty LICIOUS

booty LICIOUS
I cannot believe these have-to-have boyfriend boots for a mere R289 from The Pick 'n Pay Clothing Store. These are the perfect all-season boots to boy-up pretty florals and they'll keep your city shorts and cargo pants looking totally now. PS I FOUND THESE IN STORE ON THE 27 FEB 2011.

Vintage frock

Vintage frock
R359 the Lot For more info call : 021 424 8812 PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON 18TH FEB 2011

Frocking frocks

Frocking frocks
Luv Luv Luv this graphic military green vintage-style frock for a fabulous R399 from Wardrobe. for more info call 021 422 2885 PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON 18TH FEB 2011

CAMEL IS A COLOUR

CAMEL IS A COLOUR
the hautest colour for the season ahead is camel. The pussy bow shirt is making a return too, worn either neat and tidy tucked into a high-waisted skirt (Mad Men Style) or utility chic with rolled city shorts or tightly rolled chino's. Keep the look monotone, camel on camel is stunning or break it with a brick red skinny belt. Luv this shirt for R495 from A-list, always just one of a kind items. PS. I found this in store on the 22nd Jan 2011. For more info call A-List 021 422 4844

The cropped utility trousers

The cropped utility trousers
Found these (great with the military look too) or teamed with a pretty blouse or simple vest, these are just R380 from Traffic and they include the bang-on-trend belt. Loving it! Traffic is at 195 Long Street. Contact 021 424 2250 PS FOUND THIS IN STORE ON THE 18TH JAN

floppy shitrts

floppy shitrts
loving this muted striped cheescloth oversized shirt for just R350 from Traffic. Wear through the season with a whip thin skinny belt worn LOOSELY at the hips over sexy city shorts or utility pants or chino's or simply bare legged as a cover up to the beach, or with your fave denims (also rolled, TIGHTLY, to the ankles.) Soooo versatile. PS. I found this in store on the 22nd Jan 2011. For more info call Traffic 021 424 2250

Dude it's Zara

Dude it's Zara
I found this sexy striped jumper for the BOYS from Zara Men for just R80 at Meltz! How haute!! PS. I FOUND THIS IN STORE ON 18TH FEB 2011

the vinatge fashion market at The Labia in Cape Town

Now on every second Saturday, with a night market on the last friday of the month, the Labia vintage market is a must-shop!
I luv Babette's store it has the most gorgeous oh-so-very pretty retro dresses and she seriously has the most unbelievable collection of retro shoes and boots in a variety of sizes, that I have yet to see! I could have bought her whole table of footwear!! I shall start working through it on Saturday!

Babettes details: Barbara 082 563 4004
www.babettesclothing.co.za
http://babetteclothing.blogspot.com



Bootylicious

Bootylicious
Retro boots and shoes from Babettes store at the Labia Market. Shoes from R350 & boots from R450. Call Barbara for more info 082 563 4004

bow wow blouse

bow wow blouse
it just doesn't get more vintage than this! Bows are hot fr Summer and white and broiderie englaise and crochet? Well it just doesn't get more haute than that! R50 at the Labia vintage market!! Yes please I'll be havin it!

neon baybee

neon baybee
From the seventies eightees stand at the Labia market i found these retro beauties for just R80! so haute!!

pretty as a petal

pretty as a petal
Petals are fast appearing on everything from Tees to dresses. its pretty armour, which offers a gentle respite to the new season's military and utilty trend. Team with boyish pants and worker threads in fatigue for a look that's current. This Vest for R140 from traffic will instantly update your favourite utilty pants and military jacket. PS. I found this in store on the 22nd Jan 2011. For more info call Traffic 021 424 2250

Love it

Love the fact the Love Project exists and that its all for a good cause. Love the fact that there are retro crochet blankies, tea cosies, head bands and brooches made by "Grannies against Aids and poverty"! Please support this non profit fabulous and affordable gift store that supports more than 60 community projects. You cannot walk out of there empty handed!!

You'll find them at 55 Kloof Street Groote Kerk Centre, opposite the Lifestyle Centre in Kloof Street Gardens Cape Town.
For more info contact 072 972 2044
www.loveproject.co.za

talking point

talking point
For just R60 this brooch by the Green Project will be the topic of conversation. It will instantly add fashion interest and newness to a simple summer dress or denim jacket. From the Love Project. Call 072 972 2044 for more info

fashion's fave accessory

fashion's fave accessory
blooming adorable crochet brooches from R45 will wake up any jacket, jersey, dress or hat with a dash of fashion newness. From the Love Project. Call 072 972 2044 for more info

Wasted

Wasted
Whip thin belts are hot news for seasons ahead. Brighten up your favourite outfit with one of these from Wardrobe, R165. PS. I FOUND THESE IN STORE 17 DEC 2010. For more info call 021 422 2885

Accessory time

Accessory time
you cannot go to Milnerton's Sable square and not find a fshion bargain! with their newly open China town (THAT needs patience tho, you will find hidden treasures like these super fly mens watches for a mere R40. (chinese shop next car accessories shop )

check it out

check it out
whether u use them for storage on display or as carry-alls i luv luv these trendy colourful checked mesh bags with zips for just R60 each from Hadeda. PS. I found this in store on the 22nd Jan 2011. For more info call Hadeda 021 465 8620 or visit www.hadeda.net

Brooch beauties

Brooch beauties
Update your boyfriend blazer with instant pretty, or add on trend colour to your favourite crisp white shirt or denim jacket. Even add new life to your tired day bag. A fabulous selection is available in Lullu Belle stores now.

fashionable cooking

fashionable cooking
so not really fashion but the fashiony fruit crest patterns kinda westwood vibe really makes my heart swoon at the idea of looking this fab in the kitchen. R250 from Hadeda 021 465 8620 or visit www.hadeda.net

Fashion bargain heaven

Woo hoo! Found the fashion bargain mecca of Cape Town ... "Clear out"(apparently Durbs and PE also have one). It's where all the fashion (and shoes) (and samples) from Mr Price's Priced to Go sales end up, when they need to "clear out" their rail space to make room for the next fashion intake.
There are rails and rails of fashion bargains, with items from R3 to R50 I kid you not!! Heaven!! Shop for you, your kids, your man without an inch of guilt.
Here's what I found for you for under R30!!
You'll find Clear Out at 517 Sable Square, Shop F03 Block F, Cnr Bosmandam & Ratanga Road Milnerton, Cape Town. Contact: 021 551 6029

Bag it baby

Bag it baby
there is a massive sale on Fornarina bags at their Fornarina Pop up store at 8 Buiten Street, Cnr Loop, in Cape Town. This bag R390. Go check it out

The motherload

I love being your personal shopper. And I love nothing more than a fashion bargain. No really, nothing more. And I am just so filled with love right now having found Planet Love. Without any aid of lentils or illegal substances I actually fell upon this shop, Planet Love, no really, that's what it's called, Planet Love, 315 Main Road Sea Point (right opposite Nando's) and they actually have the most fabulous, affordable fashion... almost everything is R210 but wait, there's more... buy ANY 2 items and you only pay R300, yes fashionsistas, you read right... 2 garments for just R300! Ready, steady, shop!