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Sugarhill Brighton A/W 2019

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We’ve been road testing some of Sugarhill Brighton‘s Autumn Winter 2019 collection and boy, don’t we look happy about it!

Breastfeeding Friendly

Jo was on the lookout for something breastfeeding friendly, so she opted for this fab skirt and jumper combo. Bonus points to the Quinn Striped Quilted Skirt* for its rather flattering elasticated waist band, she will get a lot of wear out of this over the upcoming festive period to allow for maximum roast potato consumption. Yum. Sugarhill Brighton jumpers are always really fun, great designs. Jo recommends sizing up if you like them to be a bit on the looser side. She’s wearing the Velma Spell It Out Rainbow Jumper*.

Dungarees Queen

It is no secret that I (Victoria) pretty much just live in dungarees now, so I just had to give the Martina Corduroy Dungarees* a go! I found them even more comfortable than my go-to cotton versions. These will be a staple in my wardrobe until it’s time to get my super pale legs out once again (who knows when that will be!). I’ve been looking for some Autumnal colours to compliment my current wardrobe, so I layered up with Suagrhill’s Mimi Heart Polka Dot Tee* and the Paulie Bold Coloured Pumpkin Cardigan*.

We both accessorised with boots that we were very kindly gifted by Duo in Bath.

V&J

All items kindly gifted from Sugarhill Brighton but words and opinions are our own!

The Simple Life l Dungarees and Denim Dress

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In 2014 The Guardian stated ‘Dungarees are not something you’re going to wear every day‘. HOW WRONG THEY WERE! I (Victoria) am a long time dungarees fan (evidence) (more evidence). I feel so comfortable in them, much more so than jeans. They are my happy place and if I didn’t think people would call me odd, I would wear them everyday. I know that Jo loves them too and we’ve often unintentionally (and intentionally – here) worn them at the same time. See, we genuinely love them, so on this occasion, sorry Guardian, but you’ve got it wrong.

The Dungarees

My pair of choice at the moment are these Bleecker Indigo Stretch Denim Dugarees* from She and Hem go to gals, Joanie Clothing. On first wear, I felt like I’d stepped back in time to the 1970’s thanks to their retro fit and wide leg. Groovy. Although I do find dungarees quite flattering for my body shape anyway, I have to say I think these looked particularly good due to the hint of stretch around the waist. I am SO here for that.

The Breton Strip Knit

I couldn’t resist getting my hands on the Brittany Breton Stripe Jumper in black. I’ll admit, I do have a few similar stripy jumpers, but I get so much wear out of them thanks to their versatility. The style and colours of this jumper go with almost anything, which I think is the reason why I find myself leaning away from ordering the more novelty jumpers that I used to be all over. Maybe I’m finally growing up.

The Denim Dress

Doesn’t Jo look blooming marvellous in the this Berlin Belted Denim Shirt Dress*, also from Joanie? In an ingenious move, she swapped up the retro buckle belt for a cute thin red one to break up the denim and styled it with her trusty pink Vans*. She’s 100% a style icon for any pregnant ladies out there. If you are a Mama to be, Jo has featured lots of great looks on our Instagram too. This denim dress will never go out of style, so I’ll expect she’ll be wearing it for many months to come thanks to it’s button down top – perfect for breastfeeding her new arrival.

Thank so much to Joanie for hooking us up with these key items for our transitional wardrobe, to see us into Autumn. Keep your eyes peeled over on our Instagram for possibly THE best dinosaur dress ever that Jo will be styling up soon and a pair of fantastic Kareema Classic dungarees in PINK! See, we told you we just can’t get enough!

V&J x

Items kindly gifted from Joanie Clothing but all words and opinions are our own

Vintage Fashion with Thirty 8 Birds & ASOS Marketplace

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Vintage Fashion with Thirty 8 Birds & ASOS Marketplace | She and Hem Vintage Fashion with Thirty 8 Birds & ASOS Marketplace | She and Hem

Have you been looking for some fabulous (yet affordable!) vintage pieces to jazz up your wardrobe, without a moth ball in sight? Well, look no further dear, stylish reader! Let us introduce you to the wonderful Thirty 8 Birds over at ASOS Marketplace. You are most welcome.

Considering I (Victoria) am completely obsessed with ASOS, I’m quite embarrassed that it has taken me this long to seriously explore ASOS Marketplace. Now that I have, I’m completely hooked. With 800 boutiques selling new and vintage items from around the world, I will never have to leave the house to go shopping again. Hopefully Jo will agree my proposal to rename the blog She and Hermit.

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Jo wore white vintage 90’s dungarees with black polka-dots, black tights from UK Tights and a mustard top from Marks and Spencer. She accessorised with flat black boots from Topshop, heart sunglasses from Moschino via TK Maxx and one of the best novelty bags I’ve ever seen (and I’m not just saying that because I bought it for her…) from Next, which is also available here. In true She and Hem style, we decided to go a little matchy matchy, so I wore monochrome gingham dungarees, which are still available here, with black tights from UK Tights. My white chunky heels were an awesome ASOS bargain and my coordinating polka-dot sunglasses are from Primark.

On the short walk home from the shoot we found the perfect place to sit, have a quick catch up, throw blossom at each other and think of the perfect quote for the Tombola’s True Friendship feature, and here is what we came up with!

Vintage Fashion with Thirty 8 Birds & ASOS Marketplace | She and Hem

If you pay Thirty8Birds a visit and like what you see, you can get 10% off your first order when you follow them on Instagram @Thirty8birds

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