Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Window shopping in London.

Want to come and look at the shops with me? ~
One of my favourite things to do is go window shopping.
Mary Quant makeup, was around when I was a young, so was happy when I saw this shop, as I remember having a few of the beauty products, which I loved.
The foundation was like silk.

Alexander McQueen shoes.
the antique shops around here were wonderful, you could even buy an old motorbike, if that was on your wish list.


With overcast and grey skies and everyone rushing around the streets dressed in black and dark clothing, it was wonderful to see this bold, stripey and colourful Smeg.

Just looking in the shop windows was fun, ... real nose pressed against the glass, like a kid in a candy store.

I hope that you are enjoying the week.
Hugs
Carolyn
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39 comments:

  1. koraleeFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Oh I wish I could of come with you...how fun that would be!I hope you brought some goodies home with you. ...Hugs to you my sweet friend...xoxoxo

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  2. Marsha @ Tattered ChickFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Ohhh, fab shoes!!! That frig sure stands out, doesn't it?!?

    xxoo
    Marsha

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  3. A Fanciful LifeFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Hi Carolyn,

    What fun you must have had. Wow, Mary Quant is a flashback to the '60's! Did you buy anything at the antique stores? Thanks for sharing today!

    Cheers,
    Sharon :-)

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  4. DianneFebruary 16, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    I loved that trip around the shops Carolyn -especially "Mary Quant" now that brings back memories. Oh! and those gorgeous shoes
    -tres chic- but the stripey Smeg fridge just wouldn't match my decor -Dratt!!
    xx
    "All Things French"

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  5. BonjourRomanceFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Great tour of some fantastic London shops. The Fridge would certainly wake you up in the morning! Hope you are having a good week,
    Mimi

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  6. It's meFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Great post !! wowww that Smeg !!!....happy day .....love Ria...xxx...

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  7. JeanneFebruary 16, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    How wonderful
    I am so glad you were able to see London. I used to buy Mary Quant things.
    Such fun

    Love you
    Jeanne

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  8. LolaFebruary 16, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Do miss those London shops - thanks for sharing & reminding!

    Hope you're having a lovely week,

    Hugs

    Lola & Nora:)

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  9. Castles Crowns and CottagesFebruary 16, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Sweet Carolyn!!!! Thank you for taking me along! I would love to rummage around that antique shop a little longer, please!!!! THEN LET'S GO TO HARRODS! Then, let's take a train to the Lake District...oh dear, how bossy I am! THANK YOU FOR THE TOUR DEAREST! Anita

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  10. SusanFebruary 17, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    oh those McQueen shoes... I hope you enjoy your stay, darling Carolyn! :)
    xoxo

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Love it Carolyn and love London x

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  12. MarinaFebruary 17, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Great tour !!!
    wow beautiful shoes:)

    xx Marina

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  13. Kellie CollisFebruary 17, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    Oooh! Love that Smeg pattern! Have a gorgeous day, Kellie xx

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  14. ~*~ saskia ~*~February 17, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Beautiful London!
    Have a happy Thursday ahead, Carolyn and the sweetest dreams for now. xxxx

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  15. Couture CarrieFebruary 17, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    Ooooooh those McQueen shoes!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Thanks for taking us along with you while you window shop, Carolyn! Great fun!
    Hope you have a wonderful week!
    Hugs,
    Jo

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  17. Princesa NadieFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    I hope you had a very happy St. Valentine's day
    I would like very much go shopping with you! Be happy
    Hugs

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  18. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Oh I just love Mary Quant! The line made a big comeback in the US probably about 10 years ago or so. Love it :)

    Hope you're having a great week! xoxo

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  19. DortheFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Carolyn,
    what wonderfull day, you have had- I loved Mary Quant, too- great she is still there- and the shooes-oh my- although I would never dare to climp into them anymore.
    Hugs to you, dear.
    Dorthe

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  20. UnknownFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Carissima AMICA!!!

    ADORO LA FOTO n. 3! ;o)

    Amo le valigie!!!

    BACIIIIIII di cuore e con il cuore!!! KISSES and HUGS! SMACK! ;o) NI

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  21. rochambeauFebruary 17, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Thank you Carolyn!
    I loved window shopping with you! It might have been an overcast day, but the shop photos are bright and cheerful!!!

    xox
    Constance

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  22. Celestial CharmsFebruary 17, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Fabulous photos. London is my favorite city, so of course, now I'm longing to go back. Yes, Mary Quant...those were the days!
    Maureen

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  23. DoloresFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    What great window shopping. Thanks for the photos. My daughter lives in London and I never get photos from her.

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  24. ETT RÖTT MONOGRAMFebruary 17, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    It´s fun to see your photos, just watching is as fun as shopping.
    Wonderful old toys.
    Hugs
    AnnaMaria

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  25. Les CotrionsFebruary 17, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    I love window shopping too! In London? It's fantastic!
    Happy week end!
    Vale

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  26. Yvonne - Frl. KleinFebruary 18, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    Great shops!!!!
    Have a wonderful day,
    Big Hugs,
    Yvonne

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  27. Audrey AllureFebruary 18, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    Great photos, love the shoes!

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  28. Haute WorldFebruary 18, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    Oh, I love the stripey Smeg! It's very Paul Smith. I'm glad you had fun window shopping in London. A shame you caught the grey days, as we did have a sunny spell last week.

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  29. syieranuarFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    i really like those English shops with cute interior, just like this one! I miss the smell of em, they smell good arent they?

    have a good weekend carolyn :)

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  30. MadeliefFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    Hi Carolyn,

    I enjoyed your walk through the London streets! I didn't know Mary Quant did still exist!! The shoes in look great too, and that car....love it!!

    Happy day!

    Lieve groet, Madelief

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  31. MargeFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    Dearest Carolyn,

    Window shopping is allways so fun!!:)
    Your trip was wonderful!!
    I saw your earlier posts, too. It was so nice to see London with you:)
    Valentine Day is over, but every day can be Valentine Day, can`t it?;) So my dearest blogfriend thank you that you are there!!!<3<3

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  32. ANDWHATELSEISTHEREFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    i love window-shopping as long as i can get myself together not to lose my sanity and break the wallet. fingers crossed!

    ANDWHATELSEISTHERE

    SHOP

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  33. TheresaFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Thanks for taking us window shopping. Oh, the shoes!! Lovely London! Maybe one day~ xo Theresa

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  34. Bella SinclairFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS, that fridge is to die for! If only they came just a teensy bit bigger...

    Have a fabulous weekend, my dear friend!

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  35. paperbirdFebruary 19, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    how fun.
    I have never been to London.
    I'm assuming a smeg is a refrigerator :-)
    I hope you had a wonderful time- it looks like wonderful fun.

    Have a beautiful weekend,
    xo
    Lorraine

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  36. Miles Of StyleFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    lovely finds! especially love that refridgerator...it looks like its from paul smith due to its colorful stripes! :)

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  37. Fé...February 24, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Retail therapy is indeed the cure to many of life's problems :p I still haven't heard from you, dear Carolyn. Really hope you are doing fine... My prayers for you.

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  38. Michelle May-The Raspberry RabbitsFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Window shopping is the best! Those boots in that one photo were incredible! Oh my gosh! I would never be able to walk.

    xx, shell

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  39. Playboy CouponMarch 4, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Thanks for giving information about Alexander McQueen shoes and old but stylish motorbike.London is a cheap and best place to visit.I don't like beauty products but i think its not possible to finish shopping without buying cosmetic items.
    Impressive blog post.

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