Sartorially Yours Launches Collection 4

Sartorially Yours has come to its 4th collection. This is the biggest collection so far, with more than 20 items of tops, bottoms, dresses and accessories.

One of my favourite item is the elastic waist sash. This is a loop of fabric that is stretchable. Worn at the waist as a sash, it really dresses up an outfit.

It can cover unappealing elastic waist bands and conceal after-a-huge-meal tummies (perfect for me!).

 It can be worn thick or twisted thin.

And it adds details to an otherwise plain outfit. Love it love it love it!

Do check out the entire collection at www.sartoriallyyours.bigcartel.com now!

Unleash your Bohemian Spirit

Hi there!

I promised more vintage wear and here they are. Please click on 'Vintage Wear' tab to view them.

This time, I found a couple of pieces that fits me perfectly! There's even a classic polka dots one that I simply adore! But Mr. LTC said he wouldn't be caught with me in that dress. Not a very supportive hubby right? I was alright with him wearing Fei Yue sneakers when we go out...both pairs! 

Vintage wear may mean passe designs to some, but they can be classics as well. What was 'out' years ago can be the next big thing tomorrow. Just look at polka dots. I don't know any girls who don't go crazy over polka dots. Need i mention bright colour blocks of the eighties?

For gals who rush out to fashion chains & deck out in the latest fashion must-have, sure, you may be trendy. But stylish is where you can put together an one-of-a-kind ensemble that gives you an identity.  Throw on a vintage item, by all means, mix and match with other trendy stuff and old just became new! 

Japanese Vintage Wear

Hi there!

Vintage wear is now in store! Making the debut are some japanese vintage dresses & skirt. 

Each piece is one-of-a-kind and are in wonderful condition. There is no visible stains nor tears, zips are working smoothly, buttons (if any) are securely sewn on (however buttons do show signs of age). 

Some of them are deadstock while others may be pre-loved. Either way, each piece has been carefully selected and checked for flaws. They aren't pristine due to age but the slight imperfections are what that give it its yesteryear charms.

Vintage wear shows really excellent and detailed sewing. Nothing beats the neat tiny stitches, tightly sewn hooks and impeccable workmanship on clothes of yesteryear. A far cry from the wide stitches, loosely sewn buttons that are seen on mass market clothes nowadays.

I hope I can find something that fits me the next time I go scavenging.

To view what's available, click on the 'Vintage Wear' tab above. Have fun shopping!

My Sweet Lunch

Mr. LTC & I returned to Pumpernickel last Saturday, hoping to try the Crumble Cheesecake. This time, we went to the cafe at Causeway Bay. Alas! It was not available that day. Determined to try their desserts, I had their mushroom soup (I love soup) & ordered the Blueberry Cheesecake & Tiramisu. That's lunch for me.

Mr. LTC handed me this book from the magazine rack. It's all about cafes in Hong Kong.

No wonder I keep seeing his pictures sprinkled in the book...this was edited by him...(I always think Mr. LTC bears a strong resemblance to him...)

The cafes mentioned in this book are sectioned into different categories such as "branded cafes", "under-the-radar cafes", "stylish indie cafes". Among those mentioned, I have tried a couple of them. I've noted the address of some interesting ones. Gotta visit them. And I gotta go back to Pumpernickel for that slice of elusive Crumble Cheesecake!

A Little Tea Party

Fine Bone China Tea Cup Set (Butterfly Lovers)

A set of delicate fine bone china footed tea cup and saucer. Prints of roses & butterflies on both sides of the cup, saucer as well as on 1 side on the cup interior. Edges of cup, saucer, tea cup ear and foot are trimmed in gold leaf.

Price is for 1 teacup & saucer set. I have 2 sets available.

Tea Cup: 100 mm diameter (excluding ear) x 60 mm ht

Saucer: 150 mm diameter

Net weight: 300 g

USD18

Johnson Brothers Blue Denmark Bone China 2-Tier Cake Tray

A classic blue & white colour 2-tier cake/dessert/tidbit stand. This serving platter is formed with 2 Johnson Brothers plates from the Blue Denmark collection and quality gilt metal stem & handle. A space saver as it can be disassembled for storage.

Lower tier: 250 mm diameter

Upper tier: 200 mm diameter

Height: 230 mm

Net weight: 1 kg

USD34

Johnson Brothers Rose Chintz Bone China 2-Tier Cake Tray

Enjoy your afternoon tea delights with this beautiful cake tray formed with 2 Johnson Brothers Rose Chintz plates and quality gilt metal stem & handle. A space saver as it can be disassembled for storage.

Lower tier: 240 mm diameter

Upper tier: 195 mm diameter

Height: 230 mm

Net weight: 1 kg

USD34

Get Crafty with Your Hands

Are you any good with your hands? Sewing? Card-making? Scrapbooking? These wonderful craft tapes  are too pretty to pass them by. You can use them to accentuate your craft, use them to embellish old mason jars or bottles, or whatever your creativity brings you to.

Crotchet Lace Craft Roll Tape - White

Size: 1.6 cm (width) x 270 cm

USD9 each

Crotchet Lace Craft Tape - Pink

Size: 1.2 cm (width) x 270 cm

USD9 each

Fabric Craft Tape - Polka Dots

Size: 1.5 cm x 500 cm

Colours: Pink / Jadite Green

USD7 each

Wooden Rubber Stamps - Sewing Set

Includes 1 stamp pad

Size: 30 mm x 15 mm x 2 pcs, 15 mm x 15 mm x 2 pcs, ht: 43 mm

Net wt: 50 g

USD8

Wooden Rubber Stamps - Merci Set

Includes 1 stamp pad

Size: 30 mm x 30 mm x 1 pcs, 15 mm x 15 mm x 2 pcs, ht: 43 mm

Net wt: 50 g

USD8

Wooden Rubber Stamps - Crown Set

Includes 1 stamp pad

Size: 30 mm x 30 mm x 1 pcs, 15 mm x 15 mm x 2 pcs, ht: 43 mm

Net wt: 50 g

USD8

Good Buy Sale

In preparations for my house shifting (and probably downsizing) in Oct, I decided to have a sale to let go some items. Oh! And of course I need to make space for some newly-gotten gains which you would be seeing soon.

Check out what the fabulous buys are on my Facebook at www.facebook.com/vintageshabbychic

Let my goodbyes turn into your good buys!