After a little over a year of use, I am finally retiring my Burberry Prorsum zipper wallet {a gift from my father in law, thanks dad!} and upgrading to a newer version …a gift from my husband LAST CHRISTMAS! {thanks baby!} Yet another gift from my father in law, my silver Burberry tank watch, which …
Vintage Black Dress and Legs for Days
I like the photos today but I accidentally shot with the sun behind me so most of the photos are sans details …and when I try to lighten them, they get grainy. I really hate that actually. I’m in such a rush on my way to work to find a place to pull over and …
Chanel Inspired Victorian Collar DIYruffled neck piece, necksessory …or scarf
Chanel | Karla …large with large flower pin …little one, pinned with two flower pins *Notes: I used this peachy pink vintage fabric that I’ve had for 100 years …actually, I think it was originally my mom’s. I remember using it for a project in an pattern-making class in my early 20’s. However, I would …
Mixing Floral & Leopard Prints
What I’m Wearing* Vintage leopard coat. My grandma made this in the 1960’s. It’s one of my absolute favorite pieces I own. The last time I wore it was at our wedding reception …oh wait, and the following New Year’s Eve. Leopard was huge in 2006 and clearly in the 60’s as well. It’s a …
Heidi Klum’s In An Instant
Has anyone tried Heidi Klum’s In An Instant Wrinkle Eraser? I’ll just say I’m tempted. Thoughts, anyone?
Pajama Dressing… Braids for Days… Socks with Heels
What I’m Wearing* Victoria’s Secret khaki pants -cuffed. …seen here. I wanted these to be a bit big so I sized up …but really, I think they were cut to be loose already so sizing up just is a bit overkill. I don’t mind them this big really because they are ridiculously comfortable but if …
Feather Skirt DIY
Notes: * I cut off the knots on the ends of the boas …but I try to avoid cutting them anywhere else because the feathers will start to unravel.* I did this first to a dress years ago and left the feathers a bit fluffier.* Feather boas make a great base because they are already …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Feather Skirt …I made it …Click Here for the DIY* Erin Leigh Heart purple top* Vintage chain belt + vintage chain necklaces used as belt* Silver chain/circle drop earrings …wearing both on one side, in my first & third hole. I got these from a girl at a club in 2003. We …
Faux Fur Vest DIY
* You can also line it with fur if you want it thicker * I’d also like to do this with a thicker-furrier-fur for a completely different look! Click Here for my asymmetrical faux fur vest DIY tutorial {I like it even better!}
Faux Fur Neck Warmer DIY {a.k.a. Funnel, Scarf, Round}
* I’m 5’7″ …if you’re petite, adjust your measurements. * Fold it over and/or “squish” it down to your liking …if you don’t like it so tall, just make it any height you wish. NOTE* it’s very warm. Have Fun! {also note: the fur was on sale for $8.69 a yard. Which means, that’s the …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Bebe bubble mini Dress …bought in Vegas ..seen here {note the leopard clutch. totally forgot about that one}* Black polka-dot tights …I’m not sure. Maybe Forever 21? …I’ve had them for a while now …although not as long as my mom has had hers. Yes, she has continued wearing them since the …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
Note the face here …there was a guy who stopped his car to watch me. I mean, traffic was building up behind him! I finally was like …GOOOOOOOOOOO …and he rolled down his window to blab something at me which I did not hear. I mean, I get that I look like a freak, modeling …
Fashion Sketches 1988-1990
Whilst searching through the storage shed the other day on a quest to find our old Play Station 2 and DDR games in an effort to be more active, I found a childhood sketch pad and numerous fashion sketches -though not even close to all of them. Unfortunately they look like they’ve had …
Vogue.com & Lookbook.nuInterview & Feature
{Since it’s in German, I thought I’d share with you the English version } FashionDescribe your style in three words:Vintage meets Contemporary, Sexy What is your must-have for fall/winter/spring/summer?Fall: Versatile BasicsWinter: Black BootsSpring: Classic Trench CoatSummer: Easy Dresses What’s your favorite piece of clothing?My Burberry Trench Coat {I really don’t have just one though. I …
Swinging Pony Tail… DIY Sleeveless Tweed Coat
What I’m Wearing* Diesel jeans …from gilt.com …seen here* Forever 21 cowl neck sweater * Velvet Angels wedge booties* DIY tweed {vintage} Michael Kors inspired sleeveless coat* Necklaces: metallic strands, love,Shill, vintage pearls* My affordable version of the Van Cleef Alhambra necklace …I have it in black too! NY Light Metals – etsy shop…seen here* …