Blue over you

Sorry I've been out of touch for the last week - it seems spring/summer had arrived in London! The weather's been too lovely to stay inside on the laptop and when I have been stuck at this desk it's been to book hotels and car hire for Sicily (we leave Friday!).  But I did steal some time to take an old dress and 'make do and mend' (shout-out to the upcoming jubilee with that gem) and to take some pics for you guys!

I was actually wearing this dress the day I met my boyfriend (almost 3 years ago), but i fell out with it last summer as it was looking 'a bit tween-ish'. I thought removing the ruffles might tone it down a bit, so that's what I did! It took a sharp pair of scissors and a careful hand but I think the finished product is great. It's simple and ergo more timeless, so I'll be able to keep wearing the dress that become history...

What do you think of my attempt at fashion DIY? xo

BEFORE

AFTER

I was wearing: New Look Dress (altered by me), stripe belt (from a differnt dress), Bertie boots, H&M straw bag. Accessories include: Michael Kors watch, white gold diamond spot ring, Scagen black pearl ring, Banana Republic silver hoop earrings (the same pair that I gave to my friend as a gift, who now knows I bought a pair for myself too... ).