Favourite stalls at Portobello market

Hi guys,

Today I'm sharing some pictures from one of the best second hand shoe shops in London, based on Portobello Road.
It all started as a stall on the market and then it became a lovely shop called 'Boots, boots, boots'.
I've met Claudia many years ago at her local stall at the market on Fridays, she's always been so lovely that when I started the blog the first person I wanted to talk about, was her. So, I took some pictures and wrote the very first feature of 'Fridays @ Portobello' about her boots stall. With an array of very well selected vintage shoes, Claudia always had one the busiest stalls of the market and she's always managed to have some fantastic new stock every week, therefore it's not a surprise that her stall and shop has many devotees like me.


'Boots, boots' boots' was born a couple of years ago at the iconic address
282 Portobello Road and it's open during the week, which makes easier for anyone who wants to visit the shop. Apart from shoes, you will also find some cool vintage clothing and accessories.
Oh, by the way I have spotted a few celebrities there on the weekdays too. If you are in London a visit to this place is a total MUST! Make sure to make a note of it.

See you soon.
x

Favourite stalls at Portobello market

Hi guys,

It's been a while since I wanted to write a post on some of my favourite stalls at the Portobello Market.
I am finally getting started on it and today I'll share some pictures from Paul's stall, which I have been visiting for years.
His stall is like a mixture of vintage pieces and some very exciting bric a brac. There is a lot of jewellery, we are talking of full boxes of it in fact. From necklaces to bangles and loads of antiques, Paul's stall is like an Alladin's cave to me.
Every week, I used to visit Paul and very rarely I would leave empty handed. I have bought of him a few vintage bags, from the 50's and 20's and loads of jewellery, the majority being bangles, together with a few odd bits, like a leather organizer, which I gave to my mum as a gift and she was delighted. I also bought my bowler hat of him, you see the list can go on and on...

Prices range starts around the £3 mark, with loads of items available to around £70 for example. There are plenty of bargains, so go with plenty of time to look at everything.


This time there was no exception, I ended up buying the Chinese umbrella, which you can see on the picture above and some other bits such as...


This bangle, which really reminds me of YSL arty style, was £5.


And a big amethyst stone ring... I also got a 1920's distressed belt and an old rhinestone choker, which are meant to be used to fix a bag (Which I also bought of Paul a few years back!)

Paul is on Portobello Market on Fridays and it's very easy to find his stall, which is right at the entrance of the Portobello Green gallery, under the bridge. If you pass by, please tell him you saw him at Pretty Portobello and he might even give you a discount!

See you soon.
x

Street Style

Street Style
'Friday at Portobello'

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Abigail, on Portobello Market.
She looks so sweet and kooky with a yellow school satchel and carrying a sewing box which seems to part of the outfit but it's just something she had just bought it.


Lucy, near Paddington.
Her cropped trousers are great for sunnier days combined with a lovely poncho and an oversized scarf. The detail was on her satchel with a scarf on it, very charming.

Seema, on Portobello Road.
Wearing a cute sheepskin jacket combined with a lovely high waisted skirt. I like her leopard print scarf, it's gorgeous.

Senem, on Portobello Road.
The hat caught my eye and she looks great with a kimono style jacket and a pair of wellies.

Becky, on Portobello Market.
Wearing a lovely combination of nude and neutral colours, I think the contrasting tights are great. Her shoes also had gold studs on but unfortunately they are showing on the picture.

See you soon.
x

Street Style

Fridays @ Portobello
Street Style

A post with loads of fur!

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Sasha, at Regent Street.
I really loved this outfit, it's both hot and cosy at the same time. On the back of her jacket there is a beautiful shearling panel which goes amazingly well with her gorgeous ankle boots. The colours are well mixed, perfect!


Karishma, near Portobello Road.
Breaking the all over black look with a great faux fur gilet and a colourful scarf, plus a pair of vertiginous heels! Fab.


Victoria, on Portobello Road.
She really pulled this one of and the mix of leopard print, aviator jacket and bowler hat, looks very cute and kooky.


Alex, on Portobello Road.
Wearing another lovely fur gilet (proving they are still so much in season and are ever so popular on Portobello) with a pair of patent brogues. Very cool.

See you soon.
x

Street Style

Street Style

Fridays @ Portobello

... Some cool people around town.

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Lilliana, near Portobello Road.
Graciously combined a floral dress with a cool black leather jacket and a lovely Jimmy Choo bag. Her sunglasses are also very cool.

Paola, near Portobello Road.
She look so funky with all the layering, I love her furry boots going hand in hand with a faux fur coat topped off with a Chanel bag.
Paola and Lilliana are sisters (can you tell?) and I had much fun talking to them. Un grande bacio, girlies!


?, in Mayfair.
She looked amazing but it was so cold and rainy that I forgot to ask her name...
Anyways, speaking of fur ... this is the most amazing skirt I have seen! Fantastically combined with a pair of Louboutin and a classic Chanel 2.55. A very fierce and elegant look! I love it.

Sari, on Portobello Market.
In a soft 'Lolita' style, she looks like a doll with lovely hair and punk platform boots.

Fiona, in Mayfair.
Another fantastically cute and well layered look. The white chiffon dress is soft but combined with winter touches, like the high knee socks and the Russian hat, works really well. I love the fact that her Mulberry is bright pink and breaks everything up.

Shinya, at Piccadilly.
He looks so cool, I love how he styled this outfit and the attention he's paid to detail. Plus I really like his tie.

Alix, on Portobello Road.
I was so jealous of her perfect fringe! She' s wearing a lovely leopard print coat, combined with a pair of Creepers on the same print. Grrrr!

See you soon.
x

Street Style

Street Style
Fridays @ Portobello

Some cool people around Portobello Market, London. A shorter post than normal due my lack of time this week, sorry guys.

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Sophie, on Portobello Market.
I really loved how she styled this look. The belt worn over the short leather jacket, looks so edgy and it's such a great idea! I might even give it a go myself ♥


Emma, on Portobello Road.
The cardigan is really adorable and brings the whole outfit together perfectly. It's bold, colourful and she pulls it off brilliantly.


Kirsty, on Portobello Road.
A big, warm hat is exactly what we need now. The Russian hat spices it up this classic look. Cute.

Which outfit do you like the most?

See you soon.
x

Street Style

'Street Style'
Fridays @ Portobello

... Some cool people around Portobello Road, Notting Hill.

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Patti, on Portobello Road.
She looks great all in black with some lovely accessories such as her fabulous Alexander Wang bag and her scarf, which was done up in a such nice way. I thought it was very original and totally loved it!


Lucy, near Portobello Road.
Another huge trend this season is the camel cape. Nicely worn with an interesting pair of boots and a classic Louis Vuitton bag.


Anabel, on Portobello Road.

I loved her hair and the colours she chosen for this look. She pulled off the checked shirt with the floral DM's, school meets girlie punk. Sweet.

Claudia, near Portobello Road.

I really liked the combination of prints and I am totally loving her chunky cardigan too. (Another Brazilian chick with loads of style. Adorei!)

Emily, on Westbourne Grove
Wearing a lovely trilby hat with a comfy poncho over everything. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon.

See you soon.
x

LABB Event - Street Style pics

Fridays at Portobello
'Street Style'

Hi guys,

Not quite the usual Fridays @ Portobello but still, loads of stylish people were at the LABB Event on LFW.

Here are some of the looks that caught my eye.

Tania, super urban cool. Love her Ashish shoes!

Rocking the leather shorts trend with a little layering, perfect for Autumn.


This look is great fun with original pieces.

Another great combination with stripes.

See you soon.
x

Street Style - London Fashion Week - part 1

Hi guys,

As promised some street style pictures I have taken at London Fashion Week.
Let's called it Fridays @ LFW ;-)

'Street Style'
Fridays @ LFW

Fierce!


What a cool jacket.


A bit of tartan...


Most original.


Top hat!

See you soon.
x

Fridays @ Portobello

'Street Style'
Fridays at Portobello.

...Some cool people.
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Akos, Notting Hill Gate.
She is certainly rocking this grungy look with elegance and fabulous Balenciaga bag.


Seri, Portobello Market.
She looks so cute and kawaii with a 60's, Twiggy inspired look.


Sophie, Portobello Road.
A cool and casual outfit, perfect for a hot day.


Honorine, near Portobello Road.
Wearing a fun and gorgeous Union Jack jacket and an equally gorgeous Balenciaga tote.


Yenrika, near Portobello Road.
The school girl hat really made this look. She is 'too cool for school'.


Bettina, Notting Hill Gate.
A cute combination with a summery lace dress and cowboy boots.

See you soon.
x

Fridays @ Portobello

"Street style"
Fridays at Portobello

...Some cool people around.
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Libby, on Portobello Road.
I really loved the colours of her floral dress, with touches of red and purple. The red sunglasses matches the outfit perfectly. She looks lovely.

Steph, on Portobello Market.
Wearing an original 40's vintage black dress combined with some cool accessories. I loved the over the knee socks and her clogs. Very cool.

Sylvie, on Queensway.
She looks so elegant enjoying an ice cream with her daughter. Wearing a cool Tshirt Balmain style combined with a lovely Miu miu bag and some fabulous skull accessories. I love this look!


Aurelia, on Portobello Road.
Wearing a vintage floral shirt dress, which is so romantic, combined with some cool royal blue flats. Very cute.


Vanessa, on Portobello road.
She looks gorgeous in this maxi dress. The perfect summer look, with a lovely straw bag and matching white and pink beautifully, this looks screams beach chic!

See you soon.
x

Fridays @ Portobello

"Street Style
Fridays at Portobello"

...Some cool people around...
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Ana, near Portobello Road.
Wearing an amazing 50's hairstyle, I totally loved this simple combination a la Miss Von Teese. I really love a cool pin up look, she pulls it off beautifully!


Louise, on Portobello Road.
A cool combination of prints, I love the trousers with a modern tribal print, they are from Topshop and they go really well with the corsage and a cute headband.


Amie, on Westbourne Grove.
Another cool look mixing stripes, this time around with a cute polka dot skirt and a pair of suede ankle boots. A sassy combination, really love it!


Nicola, near Portobello Road.
I love the fullness of the skirt and the sequined top worn underneath. Paired up with some cool lurexy leggings (I got the same pair). She looks great!


Kyser, on Westbourne Grove.
Classic look, blazer, stripe top and jeans, combined with some lovely accessories. A gorgeous bag and some fabulous shoes! Lovely.
Her shoes are from Finland :(

See you soon.
x