Black Stockings.

I busted my last pair of black opaques two weeks ago and haven't been able to leave our little town to purchase any more. I'm pretty sad, though I haven't really had a chance to wear them, much less needed to, due to the fact that we are at the height of summer. I just like wearing them though... my outfit feels more complete - and comfortable (I am not really a tomboy, per se, but I do like to relax and get cosy... eg tuck my legs up under me).

In regards to inspiration... mine has lately been coming from - New Acquaintances! I've made some new friends and I love having them over to my little house to sit out the front, consume bevs and talk long into the night. Light summer soft cotton frockies... bone anchor pendants on black string... bare feet... nose rings... beers and cigars... and fairy lights. I'm using my last few months here to truly relax at night times, spend time with positive people and not have to worry about strangers.

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So french Vogue has unveiled it's new editor-in-chief: Emmanuelle Alt. Doesn't really make much difference to me... I don't read it much. I'm more of a Harper's Bazaar UK girl. But it is still a defining moment in fashion. You can read and see more of her style (with which I am impressed) here.

I'd also like to reveal a few blogs that I've been poring over the last week. The first is Bleubird Vintage, with the astonishing *miss* James. Oow, such a nice blog. This mumma is so good at what she does. Check it.

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The next is one I've closely followed for ages... and which delights me upon perusal every time a shiny new post pops up nonetheless. FASHION TOAST - good for breakfast, at any time of day!

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Danielle's is not really a style blog, unless you count tattoos as the most awesome fashion accessory on the planet (an idea of which I am completely in awe - they're currently all I can think about). I love this woman. She has inspired a chest piece, and there's no way she'd need to say sorry to my mum for that - she's more than Sometimes Sweet!

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Liz designs blogs, has some sick tattoos and posts awesome outfits, in light of which you need to see this blog also. Seriously, SRSLYLIZ.COM. Go there. Tell her I sent you.

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I'll leave you to explore these and the many more gold veins you'll undoubtedly strike branching off, like I did. You can also check out my other blog for more said links (less fashion related, but equally as cool).

Thanks for stopping by!