Style on the Streets of Reading

Welcome to the Reading Street Style edition of the Blog!

Well...what fun I had mooching around Reading, checking out everyone’s style.  Here are some of the gems I found whilst out and about in the town on a Wednesday afternoon. ENJOY!

First off scouting for snazzy street style I headed to the Oracle and came across this fab couple and couldn’t resist a snap! This loved up pair enjoy mixing high street with second hand and vintage. What I love about these two is the fact that they have style without looking like they are trying too hard or taking two hours getting ready! Win Win!

Next, I found this cutie trying on shoes (a girl after my own heart) This Betty is a fan of Topshop and all the quirky high street fashion it can offer! What I love about this outfit is the floral v’s stripes. Clashing floral patterns has been big on the catwalk and has spilled out onto the high street. A great way of doing casual without putting on jeans and a vest top.

This beauty shows us all how suit up! Smart with a splash of her own style. So take inspiration girls and boys, even if you have a uniform restriction to stick to it doesn’t mean you can’t do it in your own way. 

After all my snapping I was parched and ready for a break and who should I notice as I order my pint? …..This handsome gent who had just come back from an interview and was rewarding himself with a Guinness. A shirt, waistcoat and tie paired with some black jeans are a great way to do smart casual. This dapper chap enjoys a good bargain so day to day you will find him sporting finds from charity and vintage shops! Good for you! Nothing like a bargain! 

Now this lady stands out in a crowd with her distinctive look which I LOVE! As someone who attempted the goth look as a teenager I can tell you that this is what I was trying (but failing) to look like! This unique lovely told me that her look is inspired by one of her favourite films - The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and that the music she listens to also plays a part. She likes to shop in Camden,on etsy and ebay. 

I couldn’t resist this trio of fashionistas. These high street honeys enjoy bright colours and bold patterns. I love the leggings and heel combo, wouldn’t work for everyone as leggings can be tricky to wear, but for these ladies it was indeed a triumph. 

Last up, this vintage lovely told me she was both a bargain hunter and a hoarder. Her style evolves from the playful mixing of the old and new, detail and simplicity and she loves to reinvent clothes with her sewing machine. She went on to tell me that she loves craftsmanship of vintage pieces which inspires her to bring the past into the present.  I couldn’t agree more! 

I would like to thank all those who took part in this blog. I enjoyed talking to all of you and finding more out about your looks and inspirations. I'll be looking forward to doing another street style edition later in the year.

Until next time…

Vintage Love Kelly x

Introducing …….. Blog Betty

A BIG GLITTERY GLAMOROUS WELCOME BACK to Frock&Roll’s blog! Sorry we have been quiet the past few months but we have been hibernating due to the lack of sunshine, but rest assured the signs of spring have stirred us from beneath our duvets, out of our pjs and the gloves are coming off (had to been done). Frock&Roll is VERY excited to be approaching that time of year where the rail of fur coats will be replaced with floral prints and other such summery goodies.

So let me introduce myself. I am Kelly, Frock&Roll’s new Blog Editor although I prefer the title Blog Betty. I am a vintage loving lady who enjoys experimenting with vintage styles, I LOVE make-up and hair and I am always trying to find something new to try out whether that is experimenting with a different shade of lipstick, a new hair colour or trying to master one of the many retro hair styles.  I am also known as Dame La Reine when I am shaking my tail feather on the Burlesque Scene. This side of my life completely allows me to indulge in playing dress-up with the eras past in a more dramatic way than I think I could get away with in the streets of Reading, although on Saturday Night I still try!

 

Three Random Facts about Me:

1. I have an animal addiction. I have been banned from squeezing any more into my flat. I have two rabbits called Lorelei and Captain Carrot. I have a hamster called Elvis. Five mice called Marylin Mon Mouse, Liz Tailor, Rita MouseWorth, Dorothy Danger Mouse and Beatrice and a fishy Eel thing called Derek Acorah.

2. My favourite programme ever is Most Haunted. Yes I know Derek was a fraud, but me and Yvette go way back… Blue Peter, something about hospitals…. :P

3. I wear fake eyelashes everyday….. everyday! My eyelashes are practically poker straight - rubbish for creating a pin-up look. I can put them on in less than three minutes now!

So let’s get back to the task at hand shall we? Over the next few months I will be sharing some gems with you that I have picked up along the way - how to do vintage hair and make up, looking at quick and easy ways to achieve a retro look for us ladies who are on the go and how to accessorise a vintage outfit on a budget. I would like this Blog to be interactive and reflect what you would like to know about vintage fashion, hair and make up. Whether there is a look that you are trying to achieve or the history behind it? Whatever it is please contact me with your requests and I will do my very best to help. You may have suggestions and ideas for the Blog which would be welcomed.

I will also be updating you about what is going on in Frock&Roll and upcoming events in Reading. I am very excited to tell you that I shall be lurking around Reading next Wednesday to take pictures of some of Reading Street Style which will feature in the next Blog in a couple of weeks’ time. So look out for that!

I shall look forward to hearing from you with requests and suggestions!

Lots of Vintage Love Kelly x