First dates are great...But continuing to date when you're in a relationship? That's pretty special!
Which is why I'm so glad Josh and I find the time and make the effort to go on unusual or exciting dates still! This week was no exception!
I wore a dress which is one of my latest eBay bargains (I love the art deco style print!) with H&M childrens hosiery and Urban Outfitters patent T-bar shoes.
My coat is from Zara (embarrassingly enough also the childrens section!) last year.
For anyone who follows my tumblr also, they may know that I've lately developed a bit of a passion for the 60's and the 'It-Girls' of that era.
These shots were inspired by photos of Twiggy, including some of her posing on a doorstep, and the 'Jump' series she created with Richard Avedon...Though I don't think I have quite the same grace and energy that she possessed!
I tried curling my hair again, and even managed a dinky roll at the front...Before the wind blew it all to bits! Oh well!
Our wandering lead us to this little treasure trove right on the Brighton sea front, it made for a wonderful date!
It is simply full of old mechanical amusement machines! I managed to win a few times on this one...
(Sorry for the shocking quality photos, my camera did NOT like the lighting and flash wasn't allowed!)
A musical band that sprung to life (in quite a creepy, jerking manner) when you popped your penny in. They played us some Chuck Berry!
The machine on the right involved smacking down the red pad on the side, to send tennis balls cascading down towards the hoops. Each hoop had a different point value - Purely by chance I scored 40 whilst Josh achieved a very respectable 10 (I'm such a terrible winner!)
Old decorations litter the walls...How cool is this one?!
I loved the colours on this machine, though my total lack of co-ordination meant I was awful at playing on it!
A very out of focus (sorry!) photo of a sign that made me chuckle!
A shooting game Josh played...
How amazing would it be to have some of these in your home?
We had so much fun killing time on these machines! If you're ever in Brighton you should definitely give it a visit!
I just realised this is another date post in which Joshua doesn't feature in the photographs...Oops!
More soon,
Love Yours Truly, x
Ps. I will be running a FAQ within the next few weeks as I regularly receive very similar questions in my inbox! If you have anything you would specifically like to ask, you can do so in the comments below this post, my email (on the sidebar), or tumblr inbox! Thank you!
You must be delightfully petite to be able to fit into all these adorable clothes from children's ranges! I simply adore that coat. It's so cute how you guys really do make the effort to still go out on dates - Richard and I are very much homebodies and our perfect "date" is sitting in front of the Xbox, hahahah.
ReplyDeletex Michelle | thefeatherden.net
You look just adorable! I wish I was petite enough to fit into children's clothing, haha :)
ReplyDeleteAnd going on a date with your boyfriend is awesome, I also do that a lot :) xo
you are so beautiful my dear! :)
ReplyDeleteYour photos are always so gorgeous. They really are. And beautifully taken.x
ReplyDeleteI may have snorted a bit at the 'wife' poster hehe! Brighton is one of my top places I want to visit, it looks like tons of fun! :)
ReplyDeleteI always love looking at your photos, they are alway so beautiful! You are looking very beautiful too!
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Oh how I want to visit Brighton, and it's not like its in another country. It's lovely when you've been with your boyfriend such a long time yet you still date, me and my chap had a movie evening the other night which was lovely.
ReplyDeleteYou look beautiful as per usual!
Eda ♥
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What a wonderful post, you look adorable and looks Luke you had loads of fun
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I'm definitely getting the Twiggy vibe from this look, and your jumping is adorable!
ReplyDeleteWhoa! This place looks awesome! And I love your shoes :)
ReplyDeleteMabel
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Let electricity kill your wife? Not a good slogan. Lovely dress with your hair!
ReplyDeleteMarie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge
I'm having a giveaway...
your outfit is just simply adorable! you are gorgeous girl! and i am lovin' your blog! can't wait to read more!
ReplyDeletexo TJ
Shopping from the kids' department is great. Everything's cheaper and there are always cool barrettes around.
ReplyDeleteLove the little dress on you. And you really know how to rock a cute pair of flats.
Also wow love all those pics of beachside wonderment. The band and the games especially.
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How cool!! I would have so much fun in a place like that!
ReplyDeleteAww what a cute post! You look adorable :)
ReplyDelete<3 Sharmaine Ruth
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Your wavy red hair looks absolutely beautiful in those jumping shots! I'm so jealous (of the color and the waviness - I just have straight black hair)!
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness. You are just so adorable. Each post gets better and better. I love the twiggy inspired shots. I'm excited to start following your tumblr.
ReplyDeleteMy man and I have date nights too, they are the best!
The mechanical amusement machines look hilarious, must be a lot of fun to play with! Your outfit looks lovely, as always and I love the tiles on the doorstep also - very suitable for the graphic sixties!
ReplyDeletexoxo, Femke On the Button
I love all of this. I want to go there so bad! Also put a penny in the slot is such a good song.
ReplyDeleteLauren @ Sea Parrot
I live in Brighton, and I love this little arcade, way better than the Pier!! There are also some old mechanical amusement machines in The Sealife Centre if you ever fancy and underwater adventure! (love the giant turtles!)
ReplyDeleteBelle du Brighton
this looks SO fun and charming! it reminds me of the musee mechanique in san francisco. you look adorable, as always!
ReplyDeleteThose machines look so fun. Even just checking them all out sounds fun, much less actually getting to play on them!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a cutie patootie! What a fun little date.
ReplyDelete<3LJ
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I love this outfit so much. You look adorable! I really enjoy that you wear tights from the kids' section because I do that too! It's a talent!
ReplyDeleteEverything about this outfit is just so adorable! And I must admit I'm jealous of your tiny size, I wish I could fit into children's clothes; I often find the cutest children's clothes and want to cry because I'm not the size of an 8 year old boy. I realize I've gone off course so let me just finish by saying I love how timelessly classic you look in every post :)
ReplyDeleteI've been to brighton several times but have never discovered such charming things as you do...I think another visit is in order...lovely photos :) xx
ReplyDeletei really love the photos of you - they are so pretty. the outfit and the background match perfectly together and they really remind me a lot of twiggy in the early 60ies.
ReplyDeleteI adore that dress and that's awesome you and your guy still go on dates!
ReplyDeleteI SO FORGOT ABOUT WHITE TIGHTS! going to order a pair NOW. thanks so much for reminding me.
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ReplyDeleteJust found your blog and I really like it! :) Those machines really look great and would be wonderful to entertain guests. We have a small chewing gum machine at home, so maybe that's a start ;)
Hailey from http://squidsquads.blogspot.com
You look gorgeousin this 60s style and I can't believe that coat comes from the kids section, it's so cute and perfect on you.
ReplyDeleteI love those machines, I once spent hours playing very similar ones at the Carter Steam Fair, thwy're so addictive!
I love you outfit both the coat and dress are really nice. And your hair colour is gorgeous! Love it! :)
ReplyDelete//Niina
very pretty! Nice your dress
ReplyDeleteWhy we don't have places like that here in Finland!?
ReplyDeleteYour shoes are so cute! I wish I was fortunate enough to fit into children's sizes. It sure would save me a lot of money! Lucky girl!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Kara of
www.fancythatvintage.blogspot.com
I really love your style and photography. I've just recently found your blog and it has a wonderfully cheerful and fresh feel to it. You capture the seaside and its spirit wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteI would really be interested in hearing about your photography (what kind of camera/lens do you use? What Photoshop effects if any do you use?). You have a really great pin-up look too. I'm sure lots of people would love to know how you do your make-up.
Happy autumn!
Lauren, X
www.thefabulousmission.blogspot.com
You look lovely for this date ;)
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a fun date! And I love your dress. So cheery and pretty!
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