You probably know by now that I buy a lot of my clothes on eBay; I’ve found some really amazing bargains there, as well as tracking down sold out and out of season pieces. Admittedly it is a bit of gamble, especially if it’s not a brand you’re too familiar with. But sometimes it’s worth the risk – you can always relist it if it’s not suitable. Today’s outfit features not one, but two items from Ebay: the top and the skirt, which cost around £20 in total, including postage.
The Marks and Spencer metallic leather skirt was a real gem of a find; it wasn’t something I was looking for but when I saw it I immediately added it to my watch list, fully expecting it to sell for anything up to £50. To my delight I snapped it up for £12 plus £4 postage! I was fairly confident it would fit ok as I have many items from M&S. However, I had no idea what to wear with it.
After picking out a few different sweaters and tees I settled on this Biba leopard print sheer top. It has a smattering of turquoise which co-ordinates with the skirt, while the orange provides contrast. A metallic leather skirt paired with a brightly coloured leopard print top is quite a statement-making outfit. With this in mind, I chose shoes in a predominantly nude shade with just a little orange to compliment the top.
Skirt: Autograph range at Marks & Spencer, top: Biba, bag: Mary Portas for House of Fraser, shoes: Ravel, sunglasses: Roberto Cavalli.
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Love that pretty bold top! The colors are so pretty on you!
Thank you Laura!
Absolutely stunning! I love the heels!
Adi xx
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Thank you Adi!
What a beautiful outfit. The blouse, the skirt, the shoes are perfect. I love your sandals! I love thrift shopping and haven’t spent a whole lot of time on ebay, but I might have to check it out! Thanks for posting. – Amy
http://www.stylingrannymama.com
Thank you Amy! Good luck with the bargain hunting!
Great look perfect in every detail
This skirt was made for you.
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That leather skirt is so unique! It looks great with your heels too!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
Thank you so much Jessica! xx
Such a grand find, I love the print and color of that top and the shoes go well with it.
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Rachel xo
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Thank you Rachel 🙂
Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. The skirt is awesome. I just bought one in gold. Great fashion minds think alike. LOL>
Thanks Nicole! I’m looking forward to seeing your gold skirt on your blog!
You had me at metallic 🙂
Even thought I do shop on line, I have not been so lucky on ebay.
Hooray ! So good to find someone who loves a bargain, and what perfect finds they are ! Love the whole look .