My collection of knitted and crocheted vests is continuing to grow; this is my latest addition. I found it on eBay for a very reasonable price – £15 plus £3.50 postage. When I first saw it I thought it would be far too small, but it does have a fair amount of stretch. This would have been the perfect outfit for Valentine’s Day with the cute hearts and pink and bright red colourway…one to remember for next year! (Although Pete said I looked like a giant strawberry, so that kind of killed off any potential romance!)
I love to layer crocheted vests over roll neck tops for a retro vibe and I’ve recently bought about half a dozen in different colours and patterns. They’re very affordable and versatile so are really useful items to have in your wardrobe. Often I’ll add a third accent colour to an outfit, but pink and bright red really only need each other. Limiting the outfit to these two colours maximises their impact. The red sock boots also have that flattering leg lengthening effect too.
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I don’t have a heart print bag, but this star motif crossbody works just as well. The polymer clay earrings by No Shrinking Violet tie in with both the heart theme and the colourway perfectly. I’m all set to start making my own polymer clay jewellery now and I’m thinking up some bold designs and colour combinations! I’ll keep you posted!
Crocheted vest from eBay (similar) | Asos culottes (old) | Raid sock boots (old) | Warehouse roll neck top | bag from TKMaxx | No Shrinking Violet earrings (The Bias Cut) | Moschino sunglasses | Asos beret (old) | Nordgreen gold Philosopher watch c/o
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I adore this color mix! The crochet sweater is so fabulous and loving the bag too. Amazing look Emma and thanks for the link up!
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Your Pete is a funny guy. This combination is so perfect and so are those earrings. I’m totaly into clay earrings at the moment because they are so light!
Emma, this is the best outfit ever! Even if your husband sees strawberries. Haha. The colorway and the wonderful vintage vest and your pink beret…all so magnificent! I am smiling so big at your photos right now! This is definitely the type of outfit that will brighten the day and the moods of everyone around you.
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This is beautiful Emma! I love your finds on Ebay! I just told my mom I need to check Ebay more, even though I shop Poshmark frequently too. The crochet vest is a great color mix and love the hearts. You always accessorize so nicely!
jess xx
Have a great week!
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A few years ago, I wouldn’t have gone anywhere near red and pink but now I absolutely love it! You always seem to nail it when it comes to bright colours, Emma. I love that your nails are blue though. You look fabulous!
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Suzy xx
The Pink and Red look great together. You should have a go at crochet Emma. It’s quite easy xx
Emma I am crazy about all your vintage looks!!! I want that super cute crochet vest! I’m actually on the hunt for something like this. I’ve thrifted a couple of blankets that I will upcycle into garments (stay tuned on Insta lol!!)- but this look of yours- color mix and all is just fabulous my friend!! xx
This outfit is so much fun! I love all the colors and whimsical patterns! You always make it work perfectly – LOVE!
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I love these two bright and cheerful colors paired together! That vest is amazing!
You know what? I never realized your tagline until this very moment. I was very skeptical posting my latest fashion post because it’s my daughter. But your tagline says “style has no age limit”… and you are SO RIGHT!
Loving this red outfit on you! You are a very gorgeous girl!!
Wow, yes this would be the perfect outfit for Valentines Emma. I love the culottes – my favourite. x Jacqui
Love the red and pink combo! Hope you’re having a wonderful week!
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This red and pink combo looks fabulous on you, Emma! You find the best pieces on eBay!
I hope you are having a great week!
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This is such a cute look! Loving the red color and it does look great with pink! Thank you for hosting this link up!
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I totally agree that pink and red can stand alone. Super cute! I wrote in the post with your other crochetted vest that they SO remind me of my grandma’s work! She made all kinds of things like that.
xx Darlene
The crocheted vest is adorable! And you’ve styled it so well. As for wearing it year round? Absolutely!
Michelle
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This outfit is pure perfection, I love the crochet vest! You’ve really been rocking a 70s kind of vibe lately.
I really love this outfit!
Jennifer
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Such a fun and uplifting outfit! I love pink and red, and your heart motif crochet vest is the cutest!
Love this colour combination on you, Emma, gorgeous. I need to check Ebay more. Enjoy the rest of your week. xx
what a fun look, loving the retro crochet vest
This color combination looks fab on you! I love your knitted vest!
xoxo
Lovely
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I am truly enjoying this retro kick of yours, particularly the pink and red together in this look!
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This is such a cute outfit! Love it!
That crocheted vest is so pretty! I didn’t realize you collected them, but it blends so well with the reds in this outfit. Gorg!
Carrie
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