Follow the leader

I love to watch birds flying around the sky, following each other, going round and round and round, getting nowhere fast, not so dissimilar to humans...

Manchester Market Stall

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Christmas Market Alert

Ok, I know we are only in mid-November, however, the Christmas Markets in Manchester City Centre start THIS WEEKEND! They add such a festive spirit to the city, mulled wine a plenty! Also this weekend I will be returning to Piccadilly Gardens Vintage Fashion Market, this is my favourite spot as I get to see my regular customers and all the crazy characters that are often meandering around the area... I have my lovely hand picked vintage fashions for sale, plus some new items and some lovely little Christmas gift ideas too. V excited about seeing you all there.

I am pleased to say that I have also got a stall on December 10th, at the Soup Kitchens first ever Christmas Market. All the stalls will be super special as they have gone through a selection process to get the cream-of-the-crop there for the day. My friend who also has a stall is selling some amazing mohair winter scarves, all handmade at very reasonable prices, perfect xmas gifts. With DJs, drinks, stalls and food... what more could you ask for? It's still a while away,make sure you save some pennies for then too!

Oriental opulence: a blossoming trend for CC Globe

CC Globe items are all hand picked in Hong Kong, Japan, China and far east Asia. The floaty luxurious fabrics, unique prints & patterns and excellent tailoring provide you with an exotic piece of fashion. We firmly believe in these styles and how special they are. I found this article online which captures the essence of CC Globe and the up and coming months ahead for our little one off vintage range...

"Emerging in autumn / fall 2011 and lasting into next year, the Oriental fashion trend is a subtle interpretation of the imagined Orient – perhaps not the Orient that you’d commonly encounter on the streets in the modern world, but the Orient of old. Follow the link for styling inspiration." Tania Braukämper.

Oriental fashion

Photo-shoot

I am excited to be organizing a photo-shoot this Sunday with a lovely new model for CC Vintage Globe. I had currently been doing the photos myself, styling, clicking and modeling, however, it's time for change! So this Sunday will see a new set up, let the shoot commence!

07/11/09

I have been Mrs Cheung for a whole two years now.

This makes me very happy.

Being married is nice. Being a wife is good.

Thanks Mr Cheung for choosing me.

07/11/09

Let the good times roll...

(The bride wore vintage, of course...)!

****Freebie alert****

During a brief trip to Tesco to buy bleach and other cleaning products, I decided to stop by the magazine section and treat myself to the latest Grazia & Vogue (a free couple of hours to research the seasons style must haves)... however, I ended up leaving with a copy of InStyle and Glamour! Not usually my choice of magazine, but the freebies on the front grabbed my eye! In need of a new hand cream InStyle is giving away a lovely Cowshed cow pat moisturising cream where as Glamour treats us to a nails inc. varnish, I chose the on trend berry colour, but there are another three to choose from. My hands will be both super soft and colourful within the next hour...

Nothing like a nice freebie to start the day!

Cannot wait to see this!

My Week with Marilyn, this movie looks so good! Cannot wait to see it...

This Thursday @ The Deaf Institute

Recently my husband started playing guitar for his talented friend Jake Mattison. They have now set off, plus four other members, to Scotland to play at a couple of gigs, supporting Emeli Sande, returning back to Manchester this Thursday. A gig is taking place at the Deaf Institute the night they return! I am really looking forward to seeing them play, especially my husband! Jake's songs have totally grown on me over the last few weeks and seeing them played live will be a real memorable occasion. If you are a fan of Bob Dylan, but with a more bluesy feel, then I think you will enjoy this gig. PS, look out for the outfit worn by Kelly (female backing vocals), supplied by CC Vintage Globe, one little Peter Pan collared blouse, plus vintage fur cape... Nice!

Good Luck Y'all!

"Although Jake Mattison and band have yet to release any singles, after this performance I am a fan and for people who haven't heard or seen them yet, well, you are fans also as they play what you like and how you like it."

Saturday Selling

Come along to the Didsbury Vintage & Craft Fair @ Emmanuel Hall

SATURDAY 29th

Here is a map

Say hello to CC Vintage Globe and receive 10% discount off any item!

x

Nuclear Seasons

Last night I heard this track and loved it! After a bit of online research, it seems you can download the track for free from the official website. That's nice!

Vocals reminding me slightly of Gwen Stefani, it's when the chorus kicks in I'm finding it hard not to do a bit of chair dancing...

Enjoy!

Friends with skills

What a nice surprise from my friend Joe, who created this new logo for me and my vintage shop! It's super! I love it. Thanks a million :-)

Something sweet for those lips!

Fancy the taste of something sweet, that's good for you (well almost) and doesn't pile on the pounds?

This looks a little bit delicious to me....

Mmmmm

Exclusive to Selfridges, a cheap little treat for your handbag that will keep your lips super soft and tasty this winter! Get it before it goes.

100

Yesterday I attended a birthday party, this party really was something special as the birthday girl was turning 100 years old. To be around so many elderly people, all dressed up, in their best outfits was really lovely! A sandwich spread with crisps, home made sweets and lots of other treats, birthday cake and so many bunches of flowers and cards filled the home. When asked what the birthday girls secret was "well I never really thought about getting old, it just happened". Drinking water from the tap in her fine china tea-cup, she swore that she has never touched a drop of moisturiser for her face and just let life get on with itself... Having a loving and caring family around her, the birthday girl still lives in her own house, calls her shots and enjoys her independent life! Pretty Annie, Happy Birthday To You. x

Didsbury Vintage & Craft Fair

Ok, another blog post about another fair, but this time, it's in Didsbury and I think it'll be super nice, in pretty surroundings with some real charming stalls. Where better place to be on an autumnal Halloween weekend, than a leafy, Manchester suburb, perusing an eclectic mix of items... My vintage blouses are selling out fast, so come and snap one up before they disappear!

Here is the facebook link with all the info. The fair starts early doors 10am and closes 4pm, and remember, the clocks go back too this weekend so we all get an extra hours beauty sleep!

CC Vintage Globe

Love CC x

The UKs Favourite Vintage Event this Saturday!

I am so pleased to have a last minute slot at the fair this Saturday from 12pm! It's going to be huge, with over 40 stalls, plus a beauty bar and vintage tea room... lots of lovely pieces on offer from me too!

COME AND SAY HI!

x

Pop-up-Pin-Up

I think I was a little slow to discover this cool American-style diner haunt at Manchester's Spiningfields, as I see it is closing early November, but if you do have a chance to see it before it goes, then I suggest going down there for a burger and a jive, possibly a bit of bowling too! We arrived late on Saturday evening, luckily our friends had managed to battle and win a table (I think you're meant to reserve a spot), so we could be seated with a very strong cocktail and a juicy American style burger. The food took me right back to my New York trip with it being delivered in a bright red basket and friendly smiley staff! The music is a bit of a random mix, yet all good songs to have a dance to on the black and white checked dance floor. We didn't make it to the bowling alleys as I think you have to reserve a place well in advance. Unfortunately the doors closed early that night and we had to leave by 11pm, usually it stays open past midnight though. It's a cute place, shame it's not staying as Manchester needs more place like this!

Out came the winter coat...

I got my winter coat out for the first time yesterday, the weather has changed and the winter chill was in the air. My little fur trimmed winter wonder from NYC bought last November, warmed my body through! Although a little heavy to wear, the 1940s style I do love! Thinking back to my trip last year, Brooklyn Flea Market was such a good find. So many amazing items on sale there, I really wish there was some outdoor haunts like this over in the UK... I have yet to find these. Not only did the winter coat come out, but also a pair of new winter boots! A little shopping trip into town so me come face-to-face with a cute pair of ankle leathers from Clarks. I felt buying them now would mean I was to get my monies worth throughout the wintery days ahead.

I am now on the hunt for a new washing machine...

I had such a great time this Friday & Saturday at the Manchester Vintage Fashion Market. The feedback I received for CC Globe was brilliant. This was the first time I had shown the pieces and they went down a storm. Thankfully the sun stayed for the two days and customers came too. All the items I hand pick on my world travels are pieces that I really believe in and love, passing a vintage treasure on to the next person is such a great feeling. My little stall really stood tall against the others too and my three models all shone in their pretty dresses. I am really looking forward to the next market that is on November 18th & 19th, CC Globe will once again be there, with some more lovely one off pieces.Thank you to everyone who purchased from me, or came down and showed your support, it's very much appreciated.

Thanks! CC