I’ve got a bit of a seventies vibe going on with today’s outfit; it’s definitely intentional as I seem to have caught the retro bug lately. I’ve just ordered a gorgeous trouser suit that’s very loud, possibly bordering on obnoxious. I can only imagine the comments my mum will make, but the heart wants what the heart wants! In the meantime, while waiting for my parcel of retro fabulousness, I’m making the most of what I already own. Pairing velvet and snake print seemed like a good place to start!
The velvet jacket I wore in last week’s link up post prompted me to pull another one of my charity shop bargains out of the wardrobe. In all honesty, the thing I’m most looking forward to when lockdown restrictions are lifted is pottering around charity shops again…I’m not bothered about pubs and restaurants in the slightest!
This jacket only cost me a few pounds but it’s really good quality. Initially I was planning to wear a tie-neck blouse with it but this high neck top works better. The velvet and snake print create a retro feel, especially with the slightly flared jeans and fedora. It’s a look that’s still very much in style today though. The snake print bag and lace up shoes add to that seventies vibe. All I need now is to master that Farrah Fawcett hair flick!
SHOP THE LOOK
Velvet blazer from a charity shop | Red Herring top (old) | Gap jeans (old) | Topshop shoes (old) | Mary Portas bag (old) | Zara hat (old) | John Lewis earrings| Roberto Cavalli sunglasses
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Claire Justine, Nancy of Nancy’s Fashion Style and Tatiana of My Fab Forties!
Love this velvet blazer and I adore the snakeskin boots and bag. Amazing look Emma! Thanks for the link up!
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You look fabulous in this outfit! Loving everything about it! The flare jeans are perfect!
Ellibelle’s Corner
Loving the seventies vibe! And I’m so tempted to get Fedora hat! xx
I’m more of a ’60s girl, but the ’70s are a close second. Love the velvet blazer, flared jeans, and snake-print boots you’re wearing here!
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I absolutely love the combination of the velvet, snakeskin and the fedora. It has such a really cool vibe. Have an amazing week 🙂
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That blazer is so beautiful! I love it paired with snakeskin! Hope you are having a great week!
A really attractive outfit, Emma! The deep chocolate color of your velvet blazer is so yummy. Love your purse!
Like you, I am influenced by 70’s fashion – and for me, the more Boho, the better.
Michelle
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The velvet blazer is too good! It goes well with the snake prints. Love the seventies vibe!
xoxo
Lovely
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I definitely get the retro vibes with this look! Can’t wait to see the “obnoxious” suit. 🙂
Miles of smiles,
Grace
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Velvet feels so soft doesn’t it. But I never wear it. Strange…. But it’s a gorgeous blazer, warm color. And I’m looking very much forward to seeing your suit! I also look forward to shop in second hand stores, in the UK that is, but I do miss eating out!
Oh and thank you so much for the feature! I appreciate that so much.
Love a bit of snakeskin – and don’t have much myself, just a pair of boots! I’m looking forward to the restaurants reopening and hope that immediately after Dec 2 we can go for my belated birthday dinner. Fingers crossed!
It definitely has a Farrah Fawcett vibe! Love that purse.
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Emma, I love the retro vibe of this outfit with a bit of a modern twist with your gorgeous mix of animal prints! I have always adored velvet and this blazer is no exception.The rich chocolate brown color is really nice, too. And those boots, my friend, how fun!
Shelbee
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I love that blazer!
Jennifer
Curated By Jennifer
I love velvet, it is one of my favorite fabric! This color suites you so well, and I like how those top and jacket compliment each other. A pair of jeans makes your outfit look more casual which gives you more options to wear it in daily life. I love this look very much!
Thank you so much for featuring me in your post! I appreciate it!
Tatiana
This is retro perfection…can’t wait to see the suit!
Debbie
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Love the 70’s vibe and rich mix of animal prints and textures in your outfit! I really enjoy drawing inspiration from all of the previous decades. Have a good weekend and thanks for hosting the link up!
HI Emma
You know I am a fan of this style! I bought all or nearly all my velvet blzers secondand, and I love the look of brown velvet with snakeskin. The blue bag adds a great color combo against the brown and love those boots!
jess xx
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oooooo such a cute look! You can’t go wrong with velvet during the holiday season!
Such a great coat!
Lizzie
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Loving this seventies vibe. I do love the rich colour of your velvet jacket. Perfect combination with the jeans and boots. xx
Love this look and love your use of animal print!
Love the blazer! And- you’re on a velvet streak and it’s driving me crazy- making me wanna style up all my velvets all at once lol!! xx
A beautiful outfit! Love the colors 🙂
Turns out I like velvet and snake print! And retro styles, too. As you say, Emma, this is definitely the year for it!!!! Can’t wait to see your top!
xx Darlene
Love it all Emma, the top is similar to one I recently bought. Thanks for sharing on the #linkup. Jacqui x