I'd like to introduce you to the newest addition to my outerwear family: the maids' cape. I'd like to imagine that it belonged to a maid at a large mansion somewhere in Scotland (because Scotland is cool) where the owner of the house insisted on adorable matching uniforms. In actual fact the brand provide uniforms for hospitals and factories and have been doing so for over 100 years. When I wear it I feel unlike both these things and more like a small child off to school, especially with the hood up. Navy and red were colours I had to wear as part of school uniform so the connection is further enforced. It's woollen and the lining is too, I found it at Geranium Shop For The Blind, a shop I don't usually check but I'm so glad I did.
Speaking of capes, I'm almost done with my handmade one. I've just got one last seam to hand stitch and then a lot of basting to undo. My head is swimming with new sewing ideas and I can't wait to get started. It'll probably have to wait until next weekend or maybe even the Christmas holidays. This time of year is such a busy time! I've been thinking of making some handmade gifts too, but shh, no spoilers!
cape//
thrifted from Geranium Shop For The Blind shirt, bag and shoes//
thrifted from oxfam pinafore//
Dahlia tights
//gift
This is the most gorgeous outfit I've laid eyes on in a while. I can't believe your luck in scoring this cape.
ReplyDeleteOh that cape is just amazing! I love the photos..so mysterious and cool!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteCapes happen to be one of my favorite things in the world, and this one makes me particularly envious that it isn't in my wardrobe! This whole outfit is fantastic!
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ron this cape is amazing! i can't wait to see the one you've made yourself. also your new hair suits you so much (i may have commented something similar on a recent post, but i'm saying it again. because i can).
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this cape is AMAZING! I love the hood on- super cute!
ReplyDeleteThat cape is stunning, and most importantly, it looks nice and warm! x
ReplyDeleteYou are adorable, and that cape is AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteThese photographs are lovely
ReplyDeleteHow in the name of God did you get so lucky to find that cape in a thrift store?! I'd pass out from glee haha. And I can so see that in a castle in Scottland. Gorgeoussss
ReplyDeleteThe cape is just gorgeous <3
ReplyDeleteYou always have the most beautiful pictures!
you remind me of a glorified harry potter with this cape. the red lining is absolutely gorgeous! I discovered you on chictopia today and thought I'd say hi :)
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You are gorgeous! I want that pinafore *_*
ReplyDeleteAmazing outfit!
ReplyDeleteBeauuuutiful lady! I have wanted that dahlia pinafore for so long. And that cape coat is amazing!!!
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