Reinventing the Smock

This smock came into my life a couple of months ago. Despite being a item which is a “regular wearer” in the wardrobe, for me it was missing that extra something. So whilst I was rummaging through the fabric “mound” (I’m a hoarder when it comes to frills and trimmings), I came across this lace collar- taken from an old vintage dress of mine. In fact as soon as I popped this over that ever-so-plain looking neckline, the piece was instantly revived again. Almost as though it felt “complete”.

If there’s one thing I love about styling it’s “re-inventing” the pieces which need a new lease of life. Mixing the old with the new.  Sometimes the best inexpensive way to rekindle a love for a old piece of clothing, is to add a few of those small details. Whether thats a lace trimming round the cuff or even adding a fresh set of fun looking buttons to a old jacket.

So the next time you decide to throw out that piece of clothing that you’re “bored” with. Ask yourself “Can you add a little ‘extra something’ to salvage it?”
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