by Whitney | Aug 2, 2011 | Artist, Inspiration |
Find your next cool at Hue&Saturation. Artist Cristiana Couceiro makes retro absolutely irresistible and inspirational. Her artwork reminds me of my parent’s old vinyl records. Dig these...
by Whitney | Aug 1, 2011 | Free Goodies, Giveaways |
This, my first, giveaway was so much fun. I will be sharing with you more often. Thank you to all who entered. I have already contacted the winner, so Veronica check your inbox. Please visit my shop to browse my earrings collection. I will update it...
by Whitney | Jul 28, 2011 | Designer Wear, Inspiration |
Are you familiar with French Designer Emmanuelle Khanh. She’s been around for a while (think late 50’s). I ran across this vintage Butterick ad at myvintagevogue: Images: myvintagevogue, emmanuelle khanh paris (last two) The last two photos are recent...
by Whitney | Jul 20, 2011 | Creative Whims, DiY |
In limbo, I’m without business cards. Rule of thumb/word to the wise, when without the funds get ultra-creative. Side note: According to correlated.org,” 69 percent of people who have business cards have gotten a speeding ticket, compared with 53 percent...
by Whitney | Jul 19, 2011 | Flashback, Inspiration |
Nina Leen, best known as one of the first woman photographers for LIFE Magazine, is NOT solely a fashion photographer. From my research, she seems to have kept to herself, however her photos tell much of her talent and range. Read more on her. Jean Patchett 1949...
by Whitney | Jul 15, 2011 | Inspiration |
A few days ago I posted images of a blouse I flipped. If you missed it, click on over here. Image: Dan River - Dress by Carolyn Schnurer 1950 myvintagevogue.tumblr Creating an obnoxiously large & contrasting bow would add great detail to the blouse. Make it...
by Whitney | Jul 14, 2011 | Creative Whims, DiY |
Let me start by saying this takes some time IF you are a beginner like me. Before you start looking at the pictures, although I’m sure you have already done so, it is best to visualize the process in your own words. I say this because there may be a better or...
by Whitney | Jul 12, 2011 | Creative Whims, DiY, Outfits |
This outfit cost me less than $4. The blouse (tutorial is here) was a few sizes too big, however, it had a lot of character. Personally, I don’t feel bad purchasing an over-sized garment for dirt cheap if I can flip it into a staple piece. Ka-ching! Ba-ding!...
by Whitney | Jul 11, 2011 | Good Times |
Perhaps I’ve been under a rock, but I never expected to enjoy myself at a 40 year old’s birthday party. It is also true that often times, I find my preconceived ideas to be false. The photos tell the story way better than my words. Only one photo of me,...
by Whitney | Jul 8, 2011 | Inspiration |
Start the weekend off right with a giveaway and a beautiful dress. image: Stonecutter 1949...
