New this week!

Here's a preview of what's going up in my shop this week (the 40s dress is killer, in case you're wondering). If you have any questions or would like to reserve something, email me!

Shopping day

One of the few non depressing parts of The Duchess were the costumes, and more specifically that hats. Oh the hats. The real duchess loved lush Ostrich plumes, and as women followed her style soon the giant feathers were scarce and England had a plume shortage! This 1940s hat reminds me so much of the hats Keira Knighltey wore in the film, not just because of the massive feather but because it has a certain regal presence, I can't help but stand up straight and hold my head high. Plus there are little bows, and little bows are cute.
Today Lisa (Sam's mother) and I went to Buffalo Exchange and The Red Light. I got some fabulous things for my shop at Buffalo Exchange, but The Red Light was a bust. I saw the ugliest dress I have ever seen there, no joke. It was short, yellow, acid washed denim, with a zip front, wide collar, and weird pockets. The only thing I bought for myself was, what else? A hat. The second we walked into the store I saw it and snatched it off the shelf, it's a very cute cloche with a big ol' feather.

Lisa found this darling dress at Magpie Vintage a few weeks ago, isn't it fantastic? She paired it with boots to give it more of a fall feel. As you can see this is where Sam gets his stunning red hair, which really looks great against black and white.

Blouse, cardigan, hat-The Urban Eccentric

Skirt-Buffalo Exchange

Gloves and shoes-Thifted

Purse-Michael Kors

Oh wait! Not done yet! Today I made it onto The Top Ten Vintage Clothing Blogs! How cool is that? Thanks Anne!

Rag Curls: Made Cuter

The other day Sabrina told me that my rag curl tutorial inspired her to create this absolutely darling watercolor. How cool is that? Of course I adored it, and she even sent me the original painting! What a sweetheart. I can't wait to get it in a pink frame and hang it over my vanity where I do my hair. Just in case I need a little direction ;)

If you love her work (and how can you not?) visit her shop!

Just in case you were wondering I'm working on the hat posts (gradually) which I expect to post in mid October. If anyone has any expertise or fun little facts email me, I'd love to have your input!

The Killers!

Last night my friend Kendra and I saw The Killers, one of my very favorite bands ever. Of course they were amazing and we both had a blast (It's her birthday tomorrow, Happy Birthday Kendra!). I saw them last time they came for their second album in a much more intimate venue, and this time they had three opening bands, fire balls, confetti, and an endless sea of fifteen year olds in neon leggings and 80s t-shirts. We felt kinda' old :)

Oh yes, and aren't these pants just amazing? I always have outlandish taste in pants (seriously, you should see my purple jeweled ones), and these are no exception. They have been sitting at work for months being made fun of by every passer by and I just couldn't deny my love for them. I had to get them before someone bought them for a Halloween costume then forgot about them in the back of their closet. They are actually really great quality. By Jantzen in the 1960s, made of soft wool woven with metallic threads. There is even a velvet elastic waistband, I never even knew there was such a thing as velvet elastic :) I call them my "Fondu Party Pants" because I can just picture a woman in the 60s having all her friends over for a fondu party and wearing these.

Pants-The Urban Eccentric

Shirt and "Chanel" bag-Thrifted

Day at the beach

Being September and all I figured I would not need my beautiful vintage swimsuit on the normally cold and windy northwest coast. So imagine my surprise when we (Sam's family and I) got there and the weather was perfect. We all had to go find a store and buy beach clothes so we could enjoy it, and in the midst of sweaters and coats I found this blouse and "high waisted" pants. Kind of beach pajama-ish don't you think? Anyway, it was on sale from $170 to $22. Don't you dare say you know what.

Jane Marple is my style icon.

The other day at Costco I found a gem of a gem: Miss Marple! Needless to say I got some stares while clutching to DVD's jumping up and down and squeeling in the middle of the store. They had all four season, each only $30, and thanks to the lovely world of budgeting I had to choose only one. I got series one since I had only seen a bit of one of the four episodes. I watched the first episode last night and fell in love with the opening credits. It shows Miss Marple getting ready to go out, slipping on her gloves, putting on her hat, and buttoning her knit duster. One of my favorite things about the show is that it is set in post WWII England, but she dresses in 30s frocks, it's so sweet. So it's the best mix of youthful curvy 50s outfits, and little old lady 30s outfits. Kind of like my wardrobe, hehe.

Skirt-The Urban Eccentric

Blouse-Buffalo Exchange, San Francisco

Purse-Michael Kors

I was rushed out the door today and forgot a hat! Oh well. Someone did ask me "Is that your hair?" today. Am I the only one with this problem?

Tomorrow Sam and I are going to the beach for a couple of days with his family, I'll post pictures when we get back!

Imaginary fall wardrobe...

Here is what I am craving to wear this week. Only it'll be 90 degrees and sunny. Is it so lame I want it to rain?

Clockwise from upper left, ending with dress:Cardigan, Feather headband, Umbrella,Shoes, Tights,Purse, Clock pin, Dress