Saturday, September 22, 2012

The Real Punks of Camden Town


It's nearly 2 am and all my bags are packed and ready to head back to NYC! These days in Europe have been life changing. We kept to our word and made that spontaneous trip to Paris, and I've got to admit, I haven't really slept much all week (yikes). Surprisingly, I feel just fine. Traveling with Dylana has been refreshing. It's reminded me why exploring a new place keeps me alive. Our adventures gallivanting through London and Paris felt like it was out of a book. Though we didn't even have time to make a proper itinerary, everything sort of fell into place. I literally hopped on a plane with a giant suitcase of the things I've always dreamt up of wearing in Europe, arrived in London, jumped on the tube...and honestly didn't even have the address to my hotel. It's called "winging it" and I can say, my sister and I have completely mastered the art of it.

Luckily, we found our way through Europe and discovered so many hidden gems throughout both London and Paris. Camden is just one part of London we knew was worth visiting.  I've always really dug the punk scene and so seeing it's birthplace was kind of a must. We were even super close to purchasing a pair of creepers. I'm dying for them, only didn't want to pack them in my suitcase back to the States. Figured I'd find them elsewhere. But yeah, all I packed were JETTS and DOCS, both of which have been so worn-in to the point where I need replacements. All complete with a pair of overalls, a staple my mom told me to pack. She used to wear them as well when she lived in London. So there you have it: overalls, boots, and a button-down. Here's to you, MUM. 

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68 comments:

AssociƩs said...

love ur boots!

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Seeking Style said...

Perfection!
I've loved all your London posts!


xo Jennifer

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hannah said...

ahhh london and paris. i visited both of these places this past summer and miss it! adventures in europe are always the best. safe travels home!

H

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leyla. said...

glad you had fun during your european adventures. when i think of london, i always think of its grittiness and that special attitude only a londoner can have. i wouldn't mind walking through the streets of camden town to witness is for myself.

leyla.

Rory said...

The overalls look amaaazing over that shirt, and honestly i will never tire of your Modern Vice boots. They are just SO cool :) Love this look! And glad your European adventure has been so awesome. I hope to leave the states someday and SEE THE WORLD TOO! :D
Rory
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monkeyshines ♥ said...

amazing layering!

Bises,
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KKK said...

england is cool!

BERTHA NATASHA said...

OMG i loveeee that union jack creeper so much!
Have a great day Nat

le style child said...

i've been following your adventures on instagram. too fun! :> x

Milex said...

this is so good and I want jeans like that but mans one.

Liz Lauren said...

those are some amazing overalls!!


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thismodernlove said...

You look great Natalie! I love the overalls and you definitely shed new light on the classic overall style with a touch of edge :) Looks like you're having a great time in London!


-Jenny
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Alita Claudia said...

Been loving your skinny overalls since I saw that on your instagram! <3

Every Day Rachel said...

Your outfit is so cool!

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Michelleesque said...

Oh Nat, I love your layering and your Jetts!

Michelle
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Spoonful Of Diamonds said...

such cool photos! love your look


xx


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Hanna &amp; Christel said...

you look so freaking fabulous! gorgeous!

<3

Natali said...

It's so great to read that you liked London and Paris so much.
You look great and super stylish even tho you didn't sleep much :)
Have a safe trip back home!

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Marta said...

I love the pictures and your look and omg the jacket so much

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Sisko said...

Love your overalls! So rad!

Jess xx

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CzarnaIronia said...

Beautiful place :)
You have a beautiful pair of sunglasses :)

Eva said...

you look gorgeous!! do you like london? :)

eva x
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Mira said...

I´m so glad you enjoyed your trip. Looking forward to see more pics from your trip. I think you are the only person who looks great in a denim overall :D
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Lucia Flores said...

No need to sleep much on a Euro trip! The experiences will fill your mind and body with energy. You should have made a stop in Amsterdam.. vintage heaven!!

Love,
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Camilla said...

LOVE the overalls Natalie!

xo Camilla

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the sisberry blog said...

You're so stylish! :)

Joanna S. said...

you look soooo gorgeous !! I love this outfit so much <3
amazing photos !
xxx

Olivia Law said...

You look so gorgeous - I love those dungarees! xo

The serial shopper said...

love your blouse!

xx
Meelena

Xeana said...

Amazing pics!

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Raspberry and Rouge said...

You look amazeballs babe! Love your London looks! Lovely sunday! Xx Rebecca

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Manon said...

Love this place ! Beautiful pics !!

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Gillian Uang said...

great photos as usual! :)

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kcomekarolina said...

omg! such a cool style!



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K.
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LaceandPearls said...

Love this post!

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Fashiable said...

you look stunning. this really is a perfect outfit for you!

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nikolia said...

love ur boots!
such a cool style!
хх

annalisa said...

you look sooo pretty in that playsuit!

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None Diamonds said...

I love Camden. And creepers are so lovely, the next time i'll go there i'll buy ones, the last time I bought my doc's :)
xx
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Laura said...

You look so cute honey! I'm sad i wasn't in Paris this month to see you!


Xx
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Mia Maharani said...

I'm madly in love with ur shirt!

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amalie said...

ahhh i miss camden so bad! its the best place. and i love your outfit!!
xx

Lisa said...

Love this outfit. the shirt is so pretty!
Camden is my favourite place ever. So cool there.
x
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Alex said...

I just love your glasses :)

xx

Juls said...

oh those pics are REALLY NICE.
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FashionFlirt said...

Your outfit is so so cool, love it! X

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Jasmin

fran said...

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Lizzie said...

Love the edgy feel of this post. You look adorable in those overalls...and those boots...oh ma ga....love!

xo
Lizzie

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Agnes SchmĆ­z said...

Great post and amazing pics! London is awesome! Hopefully, I will visit Paris next year, I cannot wait to see that town! :)

xx,
Agi

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Evi said...

Great photos! You look so pretty!

Evi xoxo

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Virgit said...

I love the blouse so pretty
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far and wild jewelry said...

stunning photos! love those overalls with that perfect jacket. so glad you had fun on your whirlwind trip and thanks so much for taking us along!

abigail
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Andrea said...

amazing pics! and you look fabulous as always!

Gabrielle - I LIKE IT FAST said...

super rad <3

aiken said...

i can't imagine how fun this trip must have been!! :))

xx
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Julie D. said...

Those FP overalls are amazing!
Looks like you had an amazing time in London.... I can't wait to go back some day.

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alisia E. said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE those overalls! So jealous, London is a great city and is the first place I hung out with my (now) husband so holds a special place in my heart.

xx, alisia e

Kristel Louisa said...

I totally love the way you style the whole outfit! Overalls over that shirt, brilliant! Love the details of the shirt, amazing!

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a. said...

I loved the Camden market and those scooter seats! When I went there, there was a really amazing vegan cafe right next to the market. Don't know if you went there or not.
Winging it is often the best way to experience a new city, so you and your sister did it right!

his little lady said...

Europe just sounds so life changing and beautiful! Adore these photos! Have a safe trip back to NYC!
xo TJ

canvasofculture said...

amazing photos, and love that stylestalker blouse! looks like you had so much fun.

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Chyrel Gomez said...

Awww.. It's so sweet of you to mention your mom. <3

Gabrielle @ LookSharpSconnie said...

I sat on those VERY motorbikes!!! AHH. So excitied. I loved it. i watched swans float past in the dirty river as I ate messy tacos from a questionably sanitary foodstand nearby.

I vintage shopped and dug through bins and piles of old Doc martens and Burberry jackets in Camden Market, and loved every minute of it.

Your shirt is is fantastic, and I love how it's the perfect combination of trashy and chic - just like the Brits' style. You and your sister fit in well, and you make me want to go back to that area and explore more and take more photographs.

I've lovedf ollowing your London travels. Hope you had a great time and bought some cool stuff!

-Gabrielle

Andrea Robledo said...

I love the overalls! You are an inspiration!
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White Girl said...

I love London because of this!

nearsighted said...

beautiful photos, Camden town's great.

smellsofsunset said...

I love Camdem Town, everytime I go to London I have to go there at some point! By the way, your photos are great and I really like your blog!!

Cafe24 Fashion Blog said...

I really want to have a vacation there..