Dragons and Fairy Gothmothers

This isn't my usual style of corset, it is a bit softer and less 'extreme' I was really attracted to the print which had gold and red dragons on it. In the perfect world there would have been an emerald green dragon print corset but it was not to be :(

See though like a true mancunican I am carrying the sunshine in my smile!

Corset: Dragon print Fairy Gothmother

Capri Pants: Dangerous Curves by Deadly Dames from pinupgirlclothing

Shoes: Kurt Geiger

No Makeup

If you are wondering about why any woman in her right mind lets a man "shoot" up at her when it is so unflattering..............then it is because I am too polite to say to a member of HMF, it is a lens not a scope! They just go into "fire" mode. Still I can get away with it. ;) Photo courtesy of the Royal Marine Commandos.

Red and Green should never be seen .......

They say red and green should never be seen........(except when worn by an Irish Queen). Well I can only claim association by marriage. Emerald green is an amazing colour for my tones, I enjoy wearing it.

I had fun trying on corsets at Fairy Gothmother, the heavens had just burst even by Mancunian standards, it was proper rain so at little more wind and rain swept than usual!

Corset: Emerald Green Fairy Gothmother

Capri Pants: Dangerous Curves by Deadly Dames at Pinupgirlclothing

Shoes: Kurt Geiger

No Makeup

If you are wondering about why any woman in her right mind lets a man "shoot" up at her when it is so unflattering..............then it is because I am too polite to say to a member of HMF, it is a lens not a scope! They just go into "fire" mode. Still I can get away with it. ;) Photo courtesy of the Royal Marine Commandos.

Little Mermaid

This dress is a stunner - I adore it, I love the sea foam blue and the rouching around the top. It was originally a wedding dress, but I bought it for a ball, it is covered in dainty crystals and sparkles beautifully as you dance around the floor.

My friends say I look like Ariel from The Little Mermaid, in this ball gown, I feel like a princess wearing it, and it makes my eye colour really "pop"

Photos: Marvellous Marv the Hardware Hippo and Best Friend in the Universe

Jessica Rabbit

I bought this for a Help For Heroes Fund Raiser, my friends set me the challenge of looking like Jessica Rabbit. The top isn't a true corset so I can't cinch it down like my others but it is a truly beautiful dress.

I love wearing ball gowns and beautiful dresses made from natural materials, this is raw silk which feels amazing against the skin, the train is a work of art. The roses are amazing, fortunately it is also detachable.

All I need now is a Prince Charming to take me to the ball!

Photos: Marvellous Marv the Hardware Hippo and Best Friend in the Universe

No really I wear the best costumes

An evening to remember, it started off at rollerskating. I was quite happily trying on my new things when my friends son woke up with his two friends. The final picture captured my face, as they uttered the immortal words...."I told you Vintage vixen had the best costumes".

As they were put to bed, I found myself looking at my best mate saying "Sorry chick, I can't help but wonder if I have just ruined them for the next generation or if they will be talking to a therapist". It was made all the funnier for the reply "He already tried to get you in his magic hand cuffs"........ kids are great and it is all so innocent

Corset: What Katie Did L4080 Pigalle Laurie

Shorts: Black label by Laura Byrnes at Pinup girl clothing

Shoes: Kurt Geiger

The ....... Oh gosh there are 3 nine year old boys staring at me .....face

Photos: Marvellous Marv the Hardware Hippo and Best Friend in the Universe

Definitely no cartwheels!

I think this outfit is super fun, I got this for the Diamond Jubilee, needless to say I was banned from cartwheels! Though in fairness who wouldn't come and save this damsel in distress. 

The corset goes a lot tighter but I had to self cinch for this photo. It is a classic straight in from work to parcels and trying on shot.

Shoes:  Schuh
Skirt: Jezebel by Angels Carrying Savage Weapons
Corset: What Katie Did : L4094 Union Flag Corset

No Makeup

Corsets are a girls best friend

It is fair to say a decent corset is a must for every girls wardrobe, they really are your best friend. Don't skimp on them you really do get what you pay for. I love the held tight feeling that you get from a corset. They are great to wear out and it's not just with skirts girls, corsets look great teamed with tailored shorts too.

Shoes: Kurt Geiger
Shorts: Black Label by Laura Brynes at PinupGirlClothing
Corset: What Katie Did: Lalique PVC Laurie

No Makeup

Photos: Marvellous Marv the Hardware Hippo and Best Friend in the Universe