I’ve fallen into that annoying position where I have to use barf-inducing phrases such as ‘time-poor, cash-rich’ but I’m afraid that is where I stand. No, that doesn’t literally mean I’m zooming off like a zeppelin everywhere with stacks of cash strapped to my back. With my time now mostly taken up with work, there haven’t really been that many opportunities to shop, therefore my bank balance for once is looking pretty healthy. Today, I finally got my breather and went to all my old haunts to do the what was once a routinely browsing schedule.
A few months ago, the tulle ruffles of KapowWow (finally learnt how to write that…) accessories were tempting me to either a) go down the sensible DIY route and hunt for some tulle skirts to make my own or b) take the shameful route of buying the real thing. I caved. I went for the latter. Turns out tulle skirts are altogether far too expensive to dabble with and also the KapowWow neck ruff I bought today at No-One is made out of is made out of oodles and oodles of lycra jersey material that is a delicious lilac colour.
KapowWow have finally got themselves a website and since the Roisin Murphy effect of that initial ‘You Know Me Better’ video where the ruff was worn, I’m seeing them pop up everywhere from Fashion156 to an additional stockist at 172 on Brick Lane and I believe they are doing a collaboration with Beyond the Valley soon that will see more ruff distribution in London. I’m looking forward to seeing what other custom-made pieces they do for people as I think these aren’t the sort of things to be made to sell en mass.
I’m glad I’ve nabbed one as these ruffs are going like hotcakes according to the peeps at 172 and No One… even if it is the dirty ‘time-poor, cash rich’ option… I’m zooming off now on my motorised frisbee… with my t-shirt stuffed with cash… and with the ruff around my neck… I may not come back…
I think the cash rich route was a good choice! Tulle would have been so scratchy anyway, even it if looked nice. This looks soft and tactile, and your pics are fun. How does it fasten?
That’s what I need to put around my dog’s neck so that he can’t bite himself but still looks fashionable.
so cute! and super versatile! it suits you. x
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hahaha that is so adorable. this doesn’t help my need for anything ruffle though… most specifically petticoats. damn you for being so cool!
SB!
You asked about the Alice and the artist informs me that there is presently a smaller exhibit ongoing at the Fox Talbot Museum in Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire.
A curiouser weekend, if you can swing it!
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-lacockabbeyvillage/w-wessex-news-new_look_alice.htm
You are way too adorable, and those ruffles are divine!
that’d be fun to touch!
haha this make post made me giggle! Love the posing- can’t wait to see those styled up!
i have a feeling we’ll be seeing alot more of this in the future, oh the possibilities!
I’ve linked to you in a post! Though i’d let you know!
X
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Susie you are way too cute! I don’t know why you ever covered your face up in pictures..
You are too cute! It’s nice to see you smiling and being silly – also you normally don’t show your face in close up so it’s nice to see you!
And I want a ruffle thing – who doesn’t? Where did you get your blue sheerish top?
Ruff-tastic!
/DCB.
You’re still wearing it your own way though (of course) so I think you can let yourself off the hook!
Looks great, and that’s such a gorgeous colour on you, wish I could wear lilac!
I love the lavender but actually ended up getting a pinkish-orange one from them. Thanks for sussing these out. I think they’ll be fun in the fall with dark sweaters and under coats!
I can’t wait!
Luv
Poochie
itis look very fashionable and interestin=)) especially ur blue teeshirt and this wonderful violet thing!