11 May 2012

Vintage galore

Being an expat is interesting, especially in a city like Dubai where one has the opportunity to brush shoulders with other nationals while being able to explore the culture and beauty of the hosting country.  But once in a few years the usual renewal of visa, drivers licence, residents id and all that jazz brings us to the government offices or agencies and I normally try to ditch my jeans when I visit the offices. 

So here I am today, this time on the way to settle my house-maid's visa.  She has decided to stay on for another year and we are grateful for that.  This would be her third year with us and we like having her around as she is an honest person with good heart.  We are very lucky to have her and truly appreciate her willingness to stay.  

Thank you, R!







Notice the gold cuff?  This vintage baby here just arrived from Soda Renee a shop on Etsy.  I was attracted to the 80s look and texture.  Plus the gold chunky cuff is so in fashion now (thanks to JLo) that I couldn't resist grabbing it while it's still there!





Outfit

Tank top : Gap
Cardigan : Express
Pants : Mark and Spencer (similar here)
Shoes : Tory Burch (in raffia here perfect for spring/summer)
Bag : Vintage Chanel from the 90s
Cuff/Bangle : Vintage from Soda Renee
Camellia Brooch : Chanel
Pictures by : AD

26 comments:

  1. cute style!
    http://sepatuholig.blogspot.com/

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  2. What a pretty outfit! I love the wide leg trousers, great cuff and gorgeous Chanel purse!

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  3. OMG!!! This vintage purse is AWESOME!!!

    This is the first time that I write you because I just discovered your blog!!!Si, I like it!!!
    If you want you can follow me in :

    martisheels.blogspot.com

    Lot of love!!!

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  4. Your cardigan is so beautiful! chic baby :X

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  5. I love your gold cuff! Perfect addition to any outfit! Have a wonderful weekend. Check out my Fab Friday Beauty Tip if you have some time!

    xoxo,
    Rachael
    www.rachaelkhawkins.blogspot.com

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  6. You look lovely, enjoy the gov. Offices, that should be fun! I'm sick in bed catching up on blogs. Hoping to have a vintage "delivery " today to cheer me up!

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  7. Love the blue and white...great flower too! And of course the vintage Chanel! Great summer style! I hope you can check out my summer fedora look today. Have a wonderful weekend!

    xo Grace
    www.wrinkledchiffon.com

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  8. Teal looks beautiful on you, and that vintage Chanel if fabulous! Hope you have a great weekend. :)

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  9. your loo is so fresh!I like it!
    Come and visit my blog, we can follow each other!
    Keep in touch!
    Fabiana

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  10. OMG love your vintage Chanel!

    :)
    Allison
    afashionfiles.blogspot.com

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  11. Loved the outfit, especially the cuff and your bag!^^
    Rawrs, Evey

    bellaevey.blogspot.com

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  12. Classy, elegant, timeless. Great look!

    http://mostlymelina.blogspot.com/

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  13. love the whole outfit!! the color is so refreshing!!!

    Chanel purse... :) :) :)

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  14. Cool outfit,i really like the bad and the blouse,even if it's not my style i absolutely love the way this outfit looks on you
    I like your blog and your style so i am following you,take a look at my blog and follow me back>:D<
    Hope to hear from you soon:*
    Kisses from Romania!

    http://countryoffashion.blogspot.com

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  15. You look great in that blue color. Your cuff and purse are amazing!

    xoxo,
    Suzie Q
    www.StyleCueBySuzieQ.com

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  16. Fabulous style! I love the look you put together with the cuff and was so happy to show it off in my shop, facebook, and twitter. Thanks for everything!

    I'll be sure to follow your blog from Boston...

    Kind regards - Christy.

    www.sodarenee.etsy.com

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  17. What a beautiful bag and unique bracelet! Greetings from 3 expats living in Paris!

    http://www.themirroronthewall.com/

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  18. I really love your purse and top!!! Following you!

    Kisses, Lucy:)

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  19. You are sooo pretty! I like your smile! :)

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  20. Cute! And I love the gold cuff!

    http://thebelatedbloomer.blogspot.com

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  21. I like the width on those white pants! Very chic on you.

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  22. Lovely outfit! I really like the cuff!

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  23. I love the blue on you, very pretty! I also love your Chanel bag. It's hard to find vintage one nowadays.

    xo Jo

    http://whiterosesandcoffee.blogspot.ca/

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