I took several outfit photos this week and was quite proud of myself for getting outfits together on more than one occasion and I even bought new shoes (on sale for £11!) but then I got some not great news. My Grandma Bess had a stroke this weekend. She was lucky that there was an aide there helping her with medicines when it happened and she was taken to the hospital straight away but obviously having a stroke at 90 is never a good thing.
These are the times that being an expat sucks ass (pardon my French). To top it all off my passport is still with the UKBA while my application is processed so I can't fly home; I'm not allowed to leave the country or my application will be cancelled and I won't be allowed back into the UK. I can't leave without a passport though. I've put in a request to expedite my application without prejudice but there are no guarantees.
I like to think my Grandma was the original Carrie Bradshaw. She had amazing hats and shoes and furs and to this day still loves fashion and beauty. She is a big fan of What I Wore Wednesday and always talks to me about my different outfits when we catch up on the phone. I'm sure my Mom, sister and I all get our love of fashion from her so today I'm making What I Wore Wednesday all about her. Here's to my fashion icon and her recovery and hopefully I will be able to travel and see her soon.
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awe. Sorry to hear about your grandmother. Hope she gets better soon. Love the photographs.. I wish I could live in the era. So glamorous.
love these real vintage pics :) she was so stylish :)
Old photos are so unique and mysterious
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This is a darling post -- I love the old pics!
Somehow I think women in the past were more dressed up than most women today...
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Oh, Melaina! I'm so sorry to hear about your predicament. I will be praying that it all works out so you can get back here to your fam. Your grandmother's style is fabulous... such an inspiration! ~Sarah
Loving all the vintage picture! Gorgeous. Hope your grandma recovers quickly!
Oh no I'm so sorry to hear about your Grandma and what an awful predicament for you to be in over the stupid passport. That truly sucks. Sending big fat kisses and I really hope that you can get home soon. The photos are just amazing by the way I can see where you get your style from :-)
So sorry to hear about her - hope she gets better soon!
I'm so sorry to hear about your Grandma! She sounds like a very strong, lovely lady. I hope you can get to see her soon!
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I'm sorry about your grandma darling, she sure is a FABULOUS lady!!!!
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I am sorry to hear about your Grandma too, thank you for hosting.
These pics of your grandmother are priceless! I wish I had some of mine- so great to see them as young and stylish girls. Praying she gets well and that you get to see her soon!
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Your Grandma is definitely one styling lady. I truly hope she is better soon. Whether you are across an ocean or just in a different state, when your Grandma goes ill, all you want to do is be with her.
God Bless Grandma - prayers going up. I hope you get what you need in order to see her - she's beautiful!
I am so sorry to hear that your Grandma isn't well. Even more frustrating for you that you can't be there with her.
Sending along good vibes for you and your family.
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Suzanne
I don't think my first comment posted, so let's try again! I LOVE those old photos. She looks like a lovely, fashionable lady, and the history of that coat- very cool! Shaping Up To Be A Mom
Darling old pictures! Love her style and hope she gets better.
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Love all the old pictures - looks like a classy lady and obviously one you really appreciate. Hope she gets better soon.
So sorry to hear your news :( Your gran looks truly fabulous! what a great lady to look up to. Sending huge get well wishes her way xxx
Hope your Grandma is better soon! She and her friends look so glamorous on the beach! And she looks SO adorable and excited in her wedding picture.
I know how it feels to be stuck in travel limbo, I've got the same thing going on over here. Because my application is now in progress I can't leave the country until I get my reentry permit. Chin up, buttercup, you'll get your passport back before you know it.
Very sorry to read about your Grandma. Best wishes and lots of prayers for her recovery. How gorgeous is that red costume though? Fingers crossed passport is back in your sticky fingers very soon. Hx
I recently found your blog and just wanted to say I am sorry to hear your grandma isn't well. She looks and sounds like a beautiful woman. I'll be thinking of you and your family and will send happy thoughts that your passport arrives back soon from the UKBA.
Love, love, love your grandmother's style! The 1940's has always been my favourite decade fashionwise. I love the hats, the shoes, the dresses, the make up.
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