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Here are some photos from the last week

1 & 2 a Dolce and Gabbana jacket via Oxfam. Love this! Such a cute shape and fits so well.

3 Thumbhole mitts from Seasalt, reversible.

4 / 5 / 6 Cute jacket from Oxfam, Vanessa Bruno, very cosy but may be not for me. All comments welcome. I think it is going back

7 / 8 reversible scarf from Seasalt, lovely and I tried a scarf tie from Angie's video link earlier this week (a totally addictive video!). Andy when I find the right sneaks and they have white soles, this will book end them nicely!

9 a Vanessa Bruno from Oxfam jacket that is a perfect fit and gorgeous

10 / 11 a Dolce and Gabbana skirt via Oxfam with pockets, good fit and delicious lining.

So, it seems that Oxfam is my new go to store! The items are inexpensive and say by comparison slightly lower than Zara. And returns are easy.

Love to all fabbers on what is a wet and windy Saturday in south east UK.

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5 years ago

slim cat

Veteran

Cute and polished! I like the jacket in #4-6 except for the front pockets placement - seems too high to me ( although it looks great on you ).

Pretty pieces all around - love the scarf ( I found the scarf video addictive too ). You look fab!

kkards

Wow...great scores!
If I was picking a winner it would be the jacket in #1, it looks like to was made for you. The fit looks great, and it just seems so your style. Fab!

kellygirl

These are terrific. I love the jacket in 1 on you. The style and fabric are perfect. I think the hooded jacket is nice but it doesn't look like your usual style style--more casual perhaps? I could see it playing nicely with jeans or cords.
You look fab as always.

JAileen

I love all of it. Your thrift store has amazing pieces. I especially love the bird scarf.

Cardiff girl

You are doing well out of Oxfam!Love that skirt lining and Seasalt are very good for gloves.l have a pair of mittens from them and they are the warmest gloves I have.

Jaime

(website)

Yes to designer pieces at Zara or less prices! I think the Vanessa Bruno jacket has potential but need to see it with a whole outfit. But if you don't like it, no need. The first jacket looks great. Hope to see the other pieces modeled soon .

Brooklyn

Wow! Scored! Love the first jacket in particular. I actually really like the hooded jacket too. It’s fashiony and unique.

Bijou

I'm with Brooklyn, I love all of these on you and think the hooded jacket is a beautiful piece for business casual occasions (if you have them). I would pair that jacket with jeans or a denim skirt.

Liesbeth

I like all of these pieces too, including the jacket! Jealous at your second-hand with returns option ;).

Minaminu

Fab finds! I like the Vanessa Bruno jacket and agree with Shevia, maybe some tailoring can help.

Lynne

I vote keep both jackets, they're lovely! What great funds!

I vote keep both jackets, they're lovely! What great finds, x.

Jane

Thank you all for your lovely comments.

I lost patience with the hooded jacket and it is now on its way back to Oxfam. I think you are right Slimcat about the pocket placement. Kellygirl, I think that are right - the jacket was a bit too off my normal range of items and if it had a little bit more room in it, I think it would have been good.

Thank you Cardiffgirl, Seasalt is a regular haunt by mum and I on our socially distanced Saturday coffee meet-ups. (I am so fortunate to live near her - thinking of you). The skirt lining will make me smile in very serious meetings!

Shevia, I am really grateful that Oxfam provides such great returns service. It really does make buying from them possible.

JAileen, thank you the bird scarf is going to be a workhorse. It goes with all sorts of things and is cosy! I thought you'd like it!

Bijou thank you, that is is helpful tip. I think it is a causal jacket.

catherine

Such excellent choices for your lovely style.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

KILLER OXFAM scores!! WOW! Love it all. There is someone donating who is your style and body double. Fortuitous

Could the hooded jacket you are doubting become a weekend look? Cute with your cream casual boots.

I love Seasalt Clothing. Good stuff for our types of climates. AND size inclusive. Your new stash is smashing!

https://www.seasaltcornwall.co.....all.co.uk/

Carla

You might like this article, Jane! You are on trend, and maybe ahead of the curve?

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/1.....shion.html

Sal

Great additions - I wonder if the pieces can’t from the same donor? So good when you have a successful second hand splurge like this!!

Barbara Diane

I especially like the scarf.

Angie, thank you so much for your comments on my cream boots, you have such a good memory! These are getting ready to come out to play shortly!

I know! Someone in Oxfam is collecting a special Jane capsule!

That’s a great article Runcarla thank you for the link. (We need an Oxfam shop in Chelsea!) It’s all part of DYOT maybe?

Thank you Sal, I feel very lucky!

Thank you Barbara Diane, the scarf makes me feel very pulled together with my new outerwear capsule!

lyn67

Wow, love the DG jacket sooo much, perfect fit and proportion(I guess) for the all black outfit with the midi pleated skirt-which I have one too, and couldn't figure how to style it for smart (and not dressy)!:-)

avicennia

Oh wow — I’m late to the party. I’m so impressed with your Oxfam shop! No such store in my city. I liked the hooded jacket, but if it doesn’t work it should go back. And the bird scarf — love it!

Thank you Lyn67. I love it too!

Thank you Avicenna! I’ve been a lucky fish this autumn!

Anonymous

What a great haul! Your Oxfam store is a treasure. Few of our thrift stores are open, and then by appointment only. They weren’t accepting donations for a long time (no volunteers allowed yet), but may be taking a few things now.

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