For many, June represents the month of pride; a time to celebrate, educate and communicate all that is queer, gay and fabulous. Although today being gay isn't much of a deal, back in the 50's it was a dangerous label to have. Throughout history, thousands have lost their lives because they were labeled as 'gay' … Continue reading Vintage Gay Celebrities You Should Know
It's been a hot minute since we've done a review and who better to break that drought but incredible small business, Turning Heads by Carolina? We've mentioned this brand before here on the blog but it certainly deserved it's own post and all the spotlight. As you may remember, not too long ago, I took … Continue reading Turning Heads By Carolina Review
Spurred on from my last true vintage sewing pattern, I wanted to try another so I returned to my stash of true vintage patterns. When it comes to vintage patterns, it can be really daunting to cut one up and I have noticed that more and more online pattern sellers are selling prints of vintage … Continue reading Vintage Sewing Pattern McCalls 5142 from 1959
Before I wore pinup and vintage clothes daily, I guess the closets description I could give my style was retro hipster. There were lots of fun prints, collars, cute sleeves and of course, I accessories with hats, long socks and cute brooches. Back then, this pattern would have been my absolute favourite "go-to" make and … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review: Simplicity X Lisette 1419
Since the world went into a plague spiral, I haven't really been able to do many pageants. Perth has very few pageants hosted throughout the year and travelling wasn't an option but I've noticed there have been quite a few online pageants. I kind of wish I did a few more online pageants but I … Continue reading Miss Vintage Pinup West Coast Pageant 2022
Ah, the Betty Draper dress; a coveted vintage unicorn hunted by many yet owned by a few. After many years of hunting this unicorn, I managed to finally own a copy of the infamous Betty Draper dress yet my love for her didn't end there. Many of us have a 'to do' list that's more … Continue reading Sewing the Iconic Betty Draper Floral Dress with Bow
I'm sure I'm not the only one who starts a dress, puts it down halfway through and then forget's about it for absolute ages. It's easy to get overwhelmed with new fabrics and patterns and some projects just get left behind; this is my story with Butterick 6322. I started this dress in 2016, yes … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review: Butterick 6322 by Gertie
It's been a while since I've done a pinup pageant so as travel slowly begins to return to normal, I started keeping an eye out on what vintage events were being held around Australia. I remember seeing the Hot Rod and Customs Pinup Pageant last year and although I wished to apply, I couldn't quite … Continue reading Hot Rod and Customs Pinup Pageant 2022