How To Buy A Vintage Chanel Bag
Not many of us lovers of designer handbags can afford to buy new, even second hand or Vintage is exorbitantly expensive. Whilst it’s paramount to note an astute purchase will appreciate over time (she...
View ArticleNordstrom made my day
You know the mind blowingly expensive Valentino Rockstuds? These are not them… I would sooo love a pair of those babies, any heel type, any colour but alas they are just not in my budget right now. So...
View ArticleLouis Vuitton Series 3 Exhibition
Always up for an exhibition of artisan created designer wear brings me to this latest of the Louis Vuitton Series. Subtitled Past, Present, Future it showcases a well-rounded glimpse into the world of...
View ArticleHow to apply Burgundy Lips that Last
Now that we’re properly into Autumn here in the UK it’s time to properly wear Autumnal colours Yipee!. What colour represents Autumn more than burgundy & what better way to wear burgundy than...
View ArticleHow does 48 feel these days?
If 50 is the new 40 does that make me 38? How does 48 feel these days anyway? Well for those of you not there yet let me tell you for one thing I keep having to remind myself that it’s my actual age....
View ArticleAcne Studios & Elongating Stripes
A couple of years ago I arrived a little late to the Acne Studios party but now that I’m here I’m loving it! Acne Studios began in 1997 as a luxury jeans label in Stockholm Sweden & by 2006 had...
View ArticleLeather skirt & Boyfriend shirt
I have a real thing for a leather skirt as you can see here & here, particularly a black leather skirt because it’s easy to dress up or down & always looks chic. I’ve dressed this Whistles...
View ArticleHow to wear a Jumpsuit over 40
How cool is this Sandro jumpsuit? I bought the jumpsuit by Parisian label Sandro 2nd hand a couple of weeks ago & this is the first opportunity I’ve had to wear it. As it’s still mild for Autumn I...
View ArticleIs it ok to wear a mini skirt after 40?
Is it ok to wear a mini skirt after 40? Excuse me? Obviously this is a rhetorical question I’m asking because clearly I can wear whatever I like, I mean I am a grown up after all! It wouldn’t occur to...
View ArticleSee by Chloe Grey Owl Jumper
I do like an animal motif or intarsia jumper in winter & nothing is cuter than this See by Chloe owl jumper. The owl shape is simple & unfussy you almost have to do a double take to make it out...
View Article5 Rules for a Hard Working Wardrobe
Do you see what I’ve done here teeheehee? Yes that’s right I’m wearing a playsuit over trousers – CRAZY KID – One of the main things I want to demonstrate on RetroChicMama is how I make my wardrobe...
View ArticleWhat’s the best dog for children?
There is quite a lot to think about when buying your family’s first dog isn’t there? It obviously has to be a breed that’s good with children plus you need to consider how big the puppy will grow. The...
View ArticleEternal Collection Costume Jewellery
Eternal Collection asked me if I’d be interested in doing a collaboration with them, as I wasn’t familiar with their costume jewellery I had a thorough look through their online store first. I will...
View Articlehigh knee high boots & a dress
I absolutely adore the combination of knee high boots & a dress or skirt, see this post for a different mix of it. By Autumn I’m desperate to pull on my boots again & none more than todays high...
View ArticleMarc Jacobs Skirt & Ankle Boots
Another post outfit in boots although for a change I thought I’d wear ankle boots. Ankle boots with a wool skirt is such a cute look isn’t it? Even though I’m covered from neck to toe, cinching in my...
View ArticleMidi leather skirt & jumper
Do you see the grey houseboat behind me? It’s called “Grey Lady” I noticed it when I was shooting this outfit & thought what a terrific title The Grey Lady would make, because as it happens, I’m...
View ArticleRockin’ a Biker Jacket over 40
Every woman should be rockin’ a biker jacket no matter how old she is! I wouldn’t even take her age into consideration, I only mention over 40 in the title to alert my sisters to this outfit post....
View ArticleCream & Black
Is it just me? I’m soooo tired at the moment. I’m soooo tired of being tired! I actually went to bed before 9 o’clock one night this week UGH boring but I had to. When I’m tired my tinnitus is at its...
View ArticleWhat to wear for a day shopping
Most of my shopping is done online although every now & then I like to go into town to touch stuff. It’s bloody marvellous how easy online shopping has become particularly when we’re all so busy....
View ArticleLaura Ashley – 1970’s style
Those of you visiting RetroChicMama for the first time won’t know I’m a bit of a 70’s chick who naturally gravitates towards a retro theme in fashion & home decor. So when Laura Ashley got in touch...
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