Mrs B's Bargain Buys.

Thank you all for your comments on my second Body Image post. I'm so glad I bit the bullet and got all emotive on your asses. ;)


Anyway, in the spirit of that post, I'm chucking another couple of outfit posts your way. I made a bit of cash on eBay after my Wardrobe Blitz, and so it was with light heart and a spring in my step that I set off on an expedition to the local charity shops. I have to say, I was a little disappointed with the selection - everything seems to be from Matalan and Primark so can't have been more than a few quid to start off with - but I did nab a few cheap treats.


I was so excited when I found this vintage dress for a mere £3. A rich cherry red with black detailing, it has flattering sleeves and a cute little belt. In case you're interested, that second shoe-shelf down is in the header of my blog...

I think I was channelling Penny Dreadful in this one...

Shortly after I found these boots - I have a real hankering for grey boots these days, inspired to no small degree by one of Vintage Vixen's latest outfits. I already have several pairs, but you know the score; it's this magpie-like tendency that means I have 13 tan leather clutches. Totally unnecessary, 100% satisfying.

They're grey with a low-ish heel and a few straps and cost £4:

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I don't know where they're from, but I think they're understated and simple and they're ever so comfortable, you know. I'm not sure what the upcoming trends are on that score, but my ankle boot love continues apace. I was just glad to find some that I could walk in without having to do preparatory ankle exercises or call my chauffeur. (that was just a little joke - in reality, being a northerner, I have to work 27 hours down the mines and walk 15 miles home before preparing bread 'n' dripping for my 9 children - we can't afford chauffeurs at present).


I also found this lovely little blouse, in a colour I've coveted for ages without ever finding the right style. This is the one for me, my friends - in a pussybow style with a Peter Pan collar, for £3.50. White bra though - what a faux pas, eh, fashionistas?! I know you're all gentlemen so wouldn't have mentioned it.

As if my Special Shoe Rack wasn't exciting enough, there's also the Bossa Lightswitch.

I'm getting into the swing of this now. Stay tuned, chickens, for next week's outfit posts from the glamorous BLACKPOOL...

What do you think? 

Have you discovered any real bargains lately?