Heads Up

An outfit post is on it's way, pinky promise. But for now I thought I'd do my good deed of the day, and share with you all a fabulous ebay find.....only one bid so far, for this gorgeous green beaded Edwardian cape. In seemingly fabulous condition, it's a bargain at only £80. Normally I'd smugly keep this to myself in the hopes of avoiding a bidding war, but I've been spending too much recently so I'll give someone else a chance.

...And because I'm actually an old lady trapped inside a 20-something's body, I spend a lot of time looking at antiques online and marvelling over the craftsmanship that went into clothing. Last night I found this beautiful cape, which nicely carries on the green cape theme this post seems to be developing. Here we have a House of Worth cape, c.1900.

Oh go on then, one more. Another House of Worth creation, green velvet cape with lace and beaded fringing. Swoooon.

images from ebay seller silverymoon84, vintagetextile.com and antiquedress.com

Sorely Tempted

I receive far too many email updates and newsletters from online stores. Every day, a little bit of temptation drops into my inbox. Earlier, I was informed of a revamp at shopbop.com, so off I went for a look around. As if I hadn't already looked at enough shoe boots this week, I found these twee little granny boots with 70% off - and, in my size! I love pointy brogue boots, but should I really be preparing for winter already? Am I only tempted because of the discount?

Diane von Furstenburg bootie - $795 -> $238.50

Then I came across this beautiful beaded tunic from Antik Batik, with 50% off. Again, I am sorely tempted. It's so pretty, but not in an in your face, full on sparkle-fest, bling bling way. It's an awkward length for me (like most tunics) ...could I get away with wearing it as a dress? Or could I tuck it into a high-waisted skirt?

Antik Batik tunic - $547 -> $273.50

...And off to net-a-porter, the biggest online source of desire and heart-break. Here are 3 items new in this week which caught my eye. Firstly, this insane almost scary looking pair of heels from Guiseppe Zanotti. Call me crazy, but when I first saw them they reminded me of the Mighty Boosh Black Frost character. Something to do with the sinister spike shapes and the black ice sparkles.

Guiseppe Zanotti - £890

Then, something less dramatic but equally desirable. These monochrome Louboutins are quite simply gorgeous. I can think of loads of outfits I'd pair them with. Not quite as pricey as the Zanottis, but still too expensive for me to feel comfortable buying.

Christian Louboutin - £620

Finally, a really unique, eye-catching blouse from a label I've not come across before. Willow are the makers of this chiffon delight. I can't decide whether I love it or just think it's plain odd, but the colour is lovely and the layers of chiffon petals add a special touch to the piece.

Willow - £310

all images from shopbop and net-a-porter