The spicy lung virus brought about many weird and wonderful things in a time of uncertainty, although many events were cancelled or postponed, it was incredible to see how humans adapted, embraced and created new technologies and we learnt how to keep in touch, adjust and try new things. One thing I never thought I'd … Continue reading Pinup Pageant Guide: Online Pageants 101
Original pinups from the 40s and 50s became known as pinups because their photographs were 'pinned up' on the walls of soldiers away fighting for their countries and painted on the side of planes. The relation between pinups and photoshoots is a well established one and if you're part of the community for any given … Continue reading How to Get Ready for a Pinup Photoshoot
Over the last few years, glamour and burlesque queen Dita Von Teese, has been releasing limited edition lady head vases as part of her merchandise. If you are unsure of what a lady head vase is; it's just like what it sounds, a vase in the shape of a ladies head which is sometimes adorned … Continue reading Dita Von Teese Lady Head Vase Review
I tend to use my birthday as an excuse to get dressed up a bit more over the top than usual so when February rolled around, it was time to try out the Tender Floral Midi dress from Milla. This year my birthday was a little different; I'm currently living alone so I didn't have … Continue reading Tender Floral Midi Dress Review from Milla
Sometimes your friends just gift you the best thing ever. For my birthday back in February, a dear friend of mine gifted me a stunning scarf and glove set from the Ukrainian brand Tonko. I have to be honest and say I had never heard of Tonko before and I'm so glad I know of … Continue reading Tonko Provence Set Scarf and Glove Review
Although Valentine's Day is over for another year, I still find myself gravitating towards love heart core fashion especially if it's done in a retro or vintage style. We've looked at Sarsparilly many times on this blog but I've yet to do a review of their True Love collection which came out a year ago. … Continue reading Sarsparilly True Love Collection Review
Back in May, I wrote up a review of the Peony Blush Dress from Teuta Matoshi which is a stunning Grace Kelly Princess fantasy gown that we all fell in love with. Since posting, I've had a few messages regarding fit of other Teuta Matoshi styles. It just so happens that I have a few … Continue reading Garden in the Sky Dress from Teuta Matoshi Review
I'm sure I'm not the only person who feels the need to get a whole new wardrobe when they go on vacation. Earlier in October, it just so happened that my partner and I realised we had to go on our honeymoon because it was a bit of a "now or never" situation. Our destination? … Continue reading Hourglass Swing Dress from The Pretty Dress Company Review
Living in Australia, we celebrate our holiday season as the weather heats up meaning that if you wear a holdiay jumper during the holidays, you might expire from heat stroke. Although I find the idea of my holiday season being chilly rather romantic, the reality is I'm reaching for the deodorant and trying to stay … Continue reading Spider Web Bikini from Red Dolly Review
**This review may contain spoilers** Although I've never reviewed a book for this blog, I've always been an avid reader and have my undergrad degree in English Literature (I originally planned to be an English teacher) so I'm pretty excited to review something new for you. Being ill for a little while and unable to … Continue reading Book Review: The Accidental Pinup by Danielle Jackson
One thing I love about Instagram, is the wide range of people it has allowed me to connect it. Every time I log on and scroll through my feed, I am constantly floored by all the creativity, talent and uniqueness that people post out into the world. As I've been exploring my love of sewing, … Continue reading Daisy Bow Dress from Victoria K Designs Review
Let's start with a reminder that I'm an Aussie and we spell it 'pyjamas' which is the same in most English speaking countries as opposed to 'pajamas' which is the American way. Great, now that thats cleared up, let's talk about pyjamas. I absolutely love pyjamas. As an adult, I've realised just how exciting getting … Continue reading I Love Lucy Chocolate Factory Pyjama Review
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
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
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
Have you ever put on a true vintage dress only to find it doesn't sit right? Well, that might be because you're not wearing the right foundation garments. The way we dress today is vastly different from how we dressed in the 40s and 50s; back then, shapewear and undergarments were just as crucial as … Continue reading Best Vintage Reproduction Lingerie Brands
If you follow my Instagram, you may have seen a few reels where I am wearing a stunning pink tulle gown from Teuta Matoshi. I bought this dress to wear to a wedding and ever since I posted it, I've been receiving lots of questions regarding it so I thought I'd write up a full … Continue reading Peony Blush Dress from Teuta Matoshi Review
We all live in a yellow submarine, a yellow submarine, A YELLOW SUBMARINE! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcNdkkpBiRS/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= There's something special that happens when Sarsparilly collaborates with licensed companies; we've already been spoilt by a Peanuts, Care Bears and Pusheen and now, Sarsparilly has done it again. It has to be something really exciting for me to squeal with … Continue reading Sarsparilly Yellow Submarine Collection Review – Part One