Well it's lovely to be back! I finally feel well enough to blog again! Thank you for all your Get Well wishes, they were very sweet and definitely cheered me up!
Not that you'll notice at all in these photos but I've actually dyed my hair brunette this week, and I have to say I think it's going to be a pretty short lived experiment! I already miss my reddish mop!
My corset top is from eBay (I loved the chintzy print!) worn with jewellery inherited from my Nanna (informal New Years resolution is to wear more of the beautiful jewellery I'm fortunate enough to own!)
Yes my cardigan drowns me! But it's so snuggly and soft it's like wearing a duvet (which is just what you need when you're on the mend!)
The shorts are Topshop, hosiery is from H&M and my little case was a Brighton find in Snoopers Paradise.
I had to include this picture! It looks so terribly posed but it's actually just Josh caught in a bit of a daydreamy moment...Naaaaw!
This Saturday we had a date in Brighton! We went to the Brighton Toy and Model Museum followed by lunch at Kensington Gardens (the nachos there are our favourites..We demolish them!)
I took a silly amount of photos inside the museum, which was amazing! I've tried to whittle it down for you! (would you like me to put the rest on the Yours Truly facebook?)
An incredible cabinet filled with soft toys from as early as 1905!
I love the camel!
This pair of ducks made me laugh! What a duo!
The Circus cabinet was also amazing. I have a huge love for traditional Circus items, and these little lead clowns were no exception (though is it just me or are they carrying sawn off shotguns?!)
This ferocious lion caught my eye! His original box was behind him too. There were quite a few original boxes throughout the museum which I found remarkable, when you consider how rough children can be with such things.
A whole glass cabinet was dedicated to miniature model toys, including this Disney set...
And a whole room was dedicated to puppets!
If you know anyone who is an avid fan of model trains then send them to Brighton quick! There was a huge model village and train set running throughout the museum!
It was extremely detailed too..Josh and I laughed pretty hard when we noticed this little guy!
This part reminded me of this Tim Walker photo shoot...I'd love some model planes to hang from my ceiling!
It was such an entertaining way to pass the afternoon, and so many items inside get you talking about your own favourite toys!
I'd definitely recommend anyone to have a little visit!
Lastly I'm very happy to announce the winner of The Splendid Suitcase blog giveaway!
Congratulations to 'Georgia Rose'!
To claim your £20 voucher email Margaux and Alec at thesplendidsuitcase@hotmail.co.uk.
Hope you all have a lovely week! More soon!
Love Yours Truly, x
Can I just repeat what you said? Naaaawwww!! :) You look just adorable! I am so glad you feel better. I am definitely into your today's outfit. That top is so feminine and sexy, and the cardi adds the right porportion of coziness and warmth! And the jewellery - ah, the passion!
ReplyDeleteYou look so lovely! But then again you always do! Such adorable style!
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gorgeous photos and I love the new hair colour its pretty! great photos of the teddy bears they are beautiful!
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great idea to have some model planes on the ceiling. i guess that could look fantastic.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun photos! I love your beautiful outfit-the oversized cardigan is my favorite! Such a great addition to the outfit.
ReplyDeleteSnooper's Paradise is my favourite shop in the world! I bought a very similar case in there over the summer, only mine is cream.
ReplyDeleteI have so much stuff from there- books, patterns, a vintage typewriter...
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I had no idea there was a toy museum in Brighton, it looks so amazing. Will definitely go next time i'm down. Loving the puppets, Mr Lion and Mr moneky sat on the camels back. :) You are so right about the toy planes looking like Tim Walker shoot, I want some now too.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are on the mend and feeling better.
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Awww, you hair looks lovely. And what a cute museum! I live in Brighton, South Australia but we don't have anything like that (although it is near the sea & has lots of cute cafes!).
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Lovely top. I love these kinds of top but I've never been sure if I'd pull one off- you've inspired me!
ReplyDeleteSimply gorgeous!!! Your outfits are so pretty. I love the photos from the museum too, but I could've done without the creepy circus clowns...;)
ReplyDeleteGlad you're feeling better! I love that little model town! You do the coolest things :)
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Oh, girl. Loves those scalloped shorts!
ReplyDeleteI love the proportions of your outfit, the corset is a bit sassy to offset the cozyness of the sweater. Lovely museum too, wish we had a toy museum in Chicago! There is a model train set that's pretty massive in our Science & Industry museum.
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you are on the mend! That cardigan is lovely...I have been wanting a warm long cardi for ages. I think it is time for a thrift mission!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet little museum!
Ohh, the toy museum looks truly amazing! And I am so glad you're feeling better. I am so so so excited to see your brunette locks!
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such sweet photos! love the old toys- how neat!
ReplyDeleteOh my god ahhhh I can't believe I won! Their Etsy is my absolute favourite. Thank you for hosting this giveaway, and I love your new dark locks!
ReplyDeleteI love the TAMM, its just around the corner from me, I could watch the trains going around for ages! I was out and about in Brighton on Saturday for my engagement photoshoot, did you not freeze without a big wooly scarf? although I guess we kept stopping to pose so felt the cold a bit more!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year! Belle du Brighton x
Oh, your so lovely!!! =D Your style, your smile... Everything... <3 Hugs, Charlene
ReplyDeleteAww, you look lovely!
ReplyDeleteThere's a Museum of Childhood in Edinburgh that is JUST like that - full of fun old things. x
This museum looks amazing! I love old toys, and have the biggest soft spot (more like I turn into a puddle) for model planes!
ReplyDeleteYour locks look lovely both colours - I love looking at old toys, especially dolls houses.
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Lovely corset top and case! Absolutely perfect!!
ReplyDeleteSo cool! Glad you are feeling better. That corset top is adorable. And I basically LOVE your new hair color. But the red was gorgeous too.
ReplyDeleteadorable outfit, you look sooo cute :)))
ReplyDeleteI think that puppet room would give me the willies. Toys tend to kinda creep me out, for some reason. I have a way-too-big cardigan that I love specifically because it's like wearing a blanket, gotta love it!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you've recovered. Being ill at Christmas is the worst! This post is lovely as ever - your writing is so thoughtful and sweet and your outfits are always incredible! I must say, this is my go to blog to make me smile!
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have you dyed your hair darker? i like it this shade. and those scallop shorts- too cute!
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite outfits I've seen you wear--sooo adorable! The corset is to die for.
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks lovely! But it looks lovely more red, too. Your outfits are always so cute.
ReplyDeleteCute photos, and I'm glad to hear you're on the mend. The museum reminds me of one I've visited in Shropshire called the Land of Lost Content. It's a big warehouse full of 1950s memorabilia, such as food packaging and clothing.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are better!
ReplyDeleteAnd even if I'd love to go to that museum, I'm afraid I'd have nightmares later, is it just me, or those toys are pretty scary? Hahaha!
oh my, i LOVE your hair!!!! KEEP ITTT!!!
ReplyDeleteyour guy is SO adorable. And while your hair is beautiful, I miss the red as well :) It's just so you! :D
ReplyDeleteHair looks great! Don't forget we have a little present for you at our flat Miss. Give me or Margaux a bell if your in Brighton. Loads a Love, Alec x
ReplyDeletep.s: The dog having a piddle is hilarious....
ReplyDeleteperfect style
ReplyDeleteThis outfit is so so cute. I love the hem on your shorts and the pretty print on your top. All the pictures of those old toys are so fun too!
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