Companies in My Social Circle - July 2015

You may have noticed some new affiliate links have popped up on my sidebar in the past month so I thought it was about time I introduced you to some of the companies I am now working with.

The first is Joe Browns. Joe Browns is passionate about creating wonderfully unique ranges of clothing that people simply love to wear day in day out. They take influences from all over the world, which means that you can always find something a bit different from the norm and the traditional high street stores.

Next we have Kinny & Howie Retro Boutique. Kinny & Howie Retro Boutique is a small online store based in Los Angeles CA which offers beautiful designs reminiscent of a simpler time as well as playful trendy modern pieces. Whether you seek the romantic, polite, darling look of full circle skirts with petticoat, the sexy sophistication of vixeny wiggle dresses from the 1950's to 60's, or prefer modern trends and indie fashion, Kinny & Howie hope to deliver a punch of fun and femininity to your wardrobe regimen.  All their brand garments are assembled in and made from fabrics and trims produced in the U.S.A.

Also new to the blog are Mel Shoes. Mel Shoes are made by Melissa. Mel is the diffusion line (little sister) of Melissa. Melissa is the original ‘jelly’ born in 1979 in Brazil. For over 30 years the Melissa label has been creating and designing shoes that are exported to all parts of the world. Mel is made from PVC, which is especially manufactured by the Brazilian company Grendene in its plant in Brazil. Researchers in its laboratory have already developed more than 70 formulations of PVC, thus enabling the company to produce injection moulded shoes of outstanding flexibility, comfort and design. Mel has been in Australia since September 2011. I personally own many pairs of Mel and Melissa shoes (most of which have appeared on the blog over the years) and I love them. Whats more Mel currently have a sale on and most of their items are 50% off!

Last but by no means least is my favourite place to buy books The Book Depository. Book Depository is the world's leading specialist online bookstore. They offer over 12 million titles, all at unbeatable prices with free delivery worldwide to over 100 countries.

New Affiliate - Dollydagger

The eagle-eyed among you may have noticed a new affiliate had popped up in the left hand column. Dollydagger are based in Brighton in the UK. Online since 2005, Dollydagger brings you the best in new vintage fashion, accessories and homeware, including 1950’s style prom dresses, figure hugging 1940’s frocks, unique accessories and jewellery you won't find anywhere else. The original retro fashion boutique, we bring you an eclectic mix of designer treats and exclusive collaborations for those with a penchant for gingham, cherries and polka dots!

Dollydagger was the first company I came across when searching for 50's style clothing and having purchased a fair few items from them over the years I can attest to the quality of their pieces. Personally I have my eye on the English Rose Scarlet Dress.

The lovely people at Dollydagger are offering Australian Emma aime readers a 10% discount on your order. To take advantage of it simply use the promo code EMMAAIME10 when checking out. This discount code is only valid for a month so take advantage of it now!

Sponsor Spotlight: Lady K Loves

Eagle eyed readers may have noticed a new sponsor ad in the sidebar of the blog. Yes readers I am excited to announce that Emma aime has our first sponsor - Lady K Loves! Lady K Loves is a UK based vintage inspired Rockabilly, Pin Up, Neo-Vintage and Kustom Kulture clothing company run by the lovely Kessie Hodges. All the item are beautifully and lovingly crafted in the UK.

I have shopped with Lady K Loves before and have always been happy with the quality product they offer at great value so I was delighted when they agreed to sponsor Emma aime. Kessie was even nice enough to send me some fabulous Rosie Trousers to try out and I have to say they will definitely be getting a lot of wear this winter so much so that I may even have to order another pair in black!

The Rosie trousers are a 1940s style high waist swing trouser made from a cotton jersey material which are super comfortable to wear all day. I tend to find that with some high waisted trousers of different materials the waistband starts to dig in at the end of the day but as the Rosie trousers have some stretch to them this isn't an issue! They look just as good dressed up for a night out or dressed down with a warm jumper.

The Rosie trousers are available in sizes from xs to xl and run large to sizing due to the stretch material.

Here's how I wore my trousers with my victory jumper in a 1940s land girl look but stay tuned for a dressed up in a 1920s inspired look coming soon!

Rosie trousers - Lady K Loves

Saddle Oxford shoes - Predictions at Payless Shoes

Hand Knitted Victory Sweater - qbiffa on eBay 

Headscarf - eBay