12.06.2011

Cats in Clothes

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Lets just take a moment and take in how fantastic these are:

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Cats in Clothes is just as described. Paintings of cats. 

In clothes. 

Heather Mattoon paints all these portraits, and has many for sale in her Etsy shop, which I might suggest, would make great gifts for cat lovers. 

The first time a reader linked me to her shop, I was hooked. They make me giggle. I think that first one is Hobbes, and the last one is Sam. 

tehehe. 

........Cats in Clothes........

12.05.2011

Just add cat.

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Sometimes I get asked this question: "How do you manage to wear beautiful clothes everyday?" 

 Short answer: I only have beautiful clothes. 

 Of course, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I love every piece of clothing I own, and that makes all the difference in the world. I no longer own anything that doesn't make me feel good.

 I gave away my skinny jeans over a year ago, because as much as I wanted to pull of the look, I never felt good in them as an adult (though lived in them as a teen). Days seemed more mundane, and if I were feeling down, they certainly never lifted my spirits the way other items in my wardrobe do. 

 I'm not trying to put anyone down who wears sweatpants on casual days, if that's what you feel good and comfortable in, by all means, do it! But I just don't feel good unless I really love my clothing aesthetically. My point is that if you have clothing you don't like, getting rid of it will negate any temptation to wear it on those days when it seems like there's no other option. 

 There are lots of casual yet put together looks that cost very little, and in the future I'd like to do posts on outfits that cost under $20, $10, and $5. You don't have to spend an entire paycheck for an outfit! 

 So now I have clothes I love to wear, and it makes me feel good. This outfit is what I wear when it's freezing cold, my hair is greasy, and my legs are less than smooth. And I feel fabulous.
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Reversible 1950's leopard coat-Gift from aunt

1960s sweater-Hand me down from mother

1960s pants-Fab Gabs

1960s knit angora turban-Thrifted

Rachel Antonoff for Bass Kissing Hearts Flats in Plaid-Courtesy of ModCloth 

 Cat-Raffles, borrowed from my brother

Unofficial wedding photographer.

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It seems more and more photography collections are being discovered only after the passing of the photographer. Here is part of a collection by Wal Richards, a man who could not read or write, but would ride his bicycle around Maryborough Australia and documented weddings of strangers from the 40s to the 90s. 
No one knew why, and no one even saw the collection until after he passed away, but some people say these are the only photographs that exist of their wedding. One resident said "We didn't actually think he had a film in the camera, but he did ... and he captures the moment quite well," and I think that comes through in the photos. 
Kind of like when a child has a toy camera and pretends to take your picture, you don't feel the need to look  perfectly posed. The people in these photographs look completely natural.

You can see more photos here.

12.02.2011

Shop My Closet!

Ok everyone! Time for another shop my closet post! 

I ship domestically and internationally, just click the scroll down menu and choose your option. U.S. and Canada have their own options, everywhere else is marked as "International". This price is the item plus Priority flat rate USPS shipping. Domestic items come with tracking. If you would like multiple items, I will refund you the remainder shipping costs after the items are purchased. 

All item flaws are described as best I can, though as these are vintage items, there may be very minor flaws overlooked. Though I try to note even the smallest flaws. No refunds are issued for minor flaws overlooked.  Please read the measurements carefully, and compare them to clothes you already own if needed. 

Happy shopping! 

Pink 1950s dress $80

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Fabulously pink 1950s cotton dress, with woven "print". Side metal zip, full gathered skirt, sleeveless. Shown with two petticoats underneath, not included. Small mark on front chest (as shown), very, very light underarm fade, and fabric factory flaw on back waist, email for photos, otherwise great condition. 

As seen styled here 
 
Bust-34 Waist-26 Bodice length-15 Skirt length-23 (plus 6.5" hemmed if you want to take it down). 


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1950s bombshell rose capri pants $50Photobucket
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Va-Va-Voom! Black cotton 1950s capri pants, side metal zip, and a saucy red rose applique on the right leg. Applique is slightly "puffy", with rhinestones. Excellent condition.

As seen styled here 

Waist-26 Hips-38 Length-30 Inseam-18 Rise-15 Upper thigh-24

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Electric blue sailor dress $50
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Darling and comfortable sailor dress! A product of the 1980s, the skirt and collar are cotton electric blue, and the black bodice is stretch jersey. Slight pilling on the bodice, and a small mark on the skirt, nothing prominent, contact for photos if needed.


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1980s St. John knit dress $30
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Classic cream knit dress from the 1980s, with a very 30s look. By St. John, knit from wool, it has a zip back, and ruffled sleeves. Four moth holes have been repaired. The photo shows the one on the bodice, and there is a cluster of three on the left front base of the skirt. Contact for photo.

Can be seen styled here 


Bust-28-38 Waist-26-30 Hips-38-42 Bodice-17 Skirt-27

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1950s black and white circle skirt $30Photobucket
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Enchanting 1950s circle skirt. Made of black cotton, with side metal zip and plastic button, and white trim. A couple of finger print size stains on the trim, and a break on the front trim. Overall slight fade on black.

Waist-28 Length-25
  

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Diane Von Furstenberg silk jersey dress $50
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Modern Diane Von Furstenberg dress, made of silk jersey (fantastically luxurious), in an abstract print. Button front ruched bodice, and pointed collar. Excellent condition.

Marked size 8, please read measurements:
Bust-34-36 Waist-28-30 Hips-36-38 Length-42
 

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  1950s red glam dressing gown $40
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A red 1950s dressing gown fit for a movie star. Metal zip front, full skirt. Some areas of the gown have splits in the silk, as shown in the photo.

Can be seen styled here and here 

Bust-36 Waist-26 Bodice-16 Skirt-40
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  1940s raindrop broomstick skirt $20
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Celebrate the rainy weather with this cute 1940s cotton raindrop skirt. Gathered with a waistband and belt loops, has a size metal zipper and plastic button. Mark on the skirt as shown in photo.

Waist-Snug 30 Length-28
 

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  1940s black rayon dress $50
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A must have in any 40s girl's closet is a black rayon figure hugging dress. This classic has a ruched bodice, geometric hip panels, and fluttering sleeves. Middle black metal zipper, with a small hole on the front hip, as shown in the photo, as well as a repaired hold in the ruched waist.

Can be seen styled here 

Bust-36 Waist-Snug 26 Hips-38 Length-46

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  1950s plaid skirt $20
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A 1950s cotton skirt in gray, green, and blue plaid. Waistband with belt loops, and a side metal zipper with plastic button. Shown with a petticoat, not included.

Can be seen styled here 

Waist-28 Length-25

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1940s white linen jacket $30
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A beautiful summer jacket from the 1940s, made of soft white linen. Mother of pearl buttons up the front and decorating the pockets, with elbow length cuffed sleeves. A stain slightly under a button, as shown in the photo, as well as some fraying on the collar.

Bust-38 Waist-29 Hips-34 Shoulders-15.5 Sleeves-18
 

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Doesn't get much more 50s than this! A black felt skirt, with an amazing bluebird applique! The bird (with a rhinestone eye) has it's wings spread in a golden cage, topped with a pink bow. Pink and gold circles branch out from the cage, dotted with rhinestones. Skirt has an elastic waist, and is therefore slightly gathered. Excellent condition. 



Waist-22-30 Length-27


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1930s pink lace dress $30
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Beautiful pink lace dress from the 1930s, it has a middle back metal zipper, with a pink strapless slip and lace shell. Skirt and back of bodice have staining, as well as a button missing. Could easily be dyed a darker color, it has such pretty details!

Bust-36 Waist-Snug 28 Hips-40 Bodice length-17 Skirt length-31
 

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  Nautical Rothschild jacket $50
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A very cute raincoat by Rothschild, this navy coat is actually a childs side 12, but looks darling anyway! Gold anchor buttons up the front, cuffs, and on the back, as well as an elastic waist, striped detailing, and a detachable hood lined in striped fabric. Excellent condition.

Bust-34 Waist-28-30 Hips-38 Bodice-14.5 Skirt-26 Shoulders-14 Sleeves-23

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1970s wood platform shoes $60
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Amazing wood soled platform shoes from the 1970s, these sandals are great quality and were made in Hungary. General wear. Size 37. 

SOLD

12.01.2011

Girl crush: Marie Doro

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Silent film actress Marie Doro, isn't she enchanting? Most of her film career is lost of course, like so many other silent films, but at least we know a little about her, and have these beautiful pictures. 

I think my bangs should grow out again so I can do this with my hair, I love how romantic it looks! 

"She was so devatatingly beautiful that I resented her."-Charlie Chaplin

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