Here in England, the weather has been positively balmy considering we’re in the depths of winter. Although a snowstorm is forecast for tomorrow (I have my fingers crossed for a snow day!), it’s been so mild I could just about get away without tights (a winter miracle in this country) for those days when I’m cycling around town.
Although my default mode come winter is to hibernate indoors as luxuriously as I can, I do occasionally peel myself away for various dates with friends, walks or trips to the cosiest cafes and bookshops I can find. This little gem called The Haunted Bookshop (it is really this tiny) is one of my favourite Cambridge spots and is just made for wintery afternoons spend rummaging through dusty shelves for a vintage literary treasure.
Of course, it is entirely unnecessary to dress up for lazy weekend pursuits, but in my book that’s what makes it even more special. I always get a slightly smug satisfaction out of shopping for groceries, doing my laundry, having weekend brunch (or other such ordinary activities) in lipstick and high heels and jewels when everyone else is in their casual weekend uniform (not that there is anything wrong with that!).
And if you ask me, trips to tiny booshops should always me made in 60s-style dresses and leopard print heels.
Wearing: Vivetta dress (from Audrey Grace Boutique), Lulu Guinness book clutch, Kurt Geiger leopard ponyskin heels (from last season, but similar style here), Michael Kors watch, Jersey Pearl bracelet, Topshop leopard print coat (not seen, but similar style here).
Do you like to dress up for your favourite lazy weekend activities?
Love, Miss B xx
Thank you Sarah for helping with these photos!
It’s no where near no tights weather in Sweden (the thermostat beside me says -6c, burr) But anyhow I try my best to dress well even in 20 layers. I love my Saturdays when I take my time to get all dolled up, just to go grocery shopping with my boyfriend when he gets off work. We always buy extra nice things for dinner and share a lovely bottle of wine. Candle light is a must too. xoxo Kristina
oh how lovely u are!
Lovely pictures! Your leopard heels are amazing! So cute.
xo Andrea
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You look so beautiful!! I love dressing up to go out for anything, it just makes your day better! 🙂
Totally! Dressing up is the best thing about weekends – you can create whatever person you want. Maybe a little Holly Golightly for a breakfast out? 🙂
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I love your leopard heels and you look absolutely gorgeous! Hope you had a wonderful weekend, Briony! x
Aaaaah the shoes of dreams, love them! xxx
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I think I just fell in love with your leopard print heels B – they’e beautiful! And yes…dressing up for everyday activities is a must in my book – turns them into something far more exciting! xxx
My favourite thing about snow, apart from the snow itself is getting to wear my big, clumpy leather boots with the furry lining. It makes me feel quite cute to be stomping around in oversized shoes and like I could take on anything & anyone!
Girl this is wwwaayyy adorable! Love the pink with the print! Always love your style 🙂
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I just love the leopard detailing on your dress! And the bookshop looks idyllic.
Bevin
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The leopard accents of your outfit are just beautiful and makes the ensemble even more feminine! I’ve never visited Cambridge, but I would be so curious, especially to discover the lovely places that you show us in your blog…Briony, have a nice day!
I love these pictures, an especially the dress i really adore.. its my first time on your blog and I love it!
This is perfection! Everything, even groceries and errands, always feels way more glamorous with pink and leopard. Now I want to hop over the pond called the Atlantic Ocean and visit this little bookstore!
Caitlin
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This look is adorable. Why not be fab while running errands?
These photos are the most adorable and just utterly gorgeous! Love the pink babydoll dress and this bookstore find, sounds like an amazing way to pass time on a Sunday!
SDMxx
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What a beautiful bookshop…I miss seeing those around.
Love your shoes…proof that leopard can go with anything…even a soft pink dress 😉
XOXO
That outfit could not be anymore perfect! How inspiring! Thanks for another amazing post 🙂
Just found your blog and it was love at first sight! You have such an incredible style and I love your photos. I so envy the fact that you live in London! It looks so cool.
It’s really cold here in Finland so I’m not able to wear heels outside yet but I’m so looking forward to warmer weather. Love the dress and the heels you are wearing.
And the bookshop looks so cool. I love books and the smell of little bookshops.
-Suzy