Navigating Cultural Representation through Pinup Fashion Pinup fashion, with its bold colors, playful silhouettes, and emphasis on confidence, is a timeless style that empowers and celebrates all body types. But how can you incorporate this vibrant aesthetic into your wardrobe while staying true to your own cultural background? Here's how to achieve a stunning fusion of pinup flair and cultural pride, all … Continue reading Rock the Runway, Respect the Roots: Combining Pinup Fashion and Culture
No matter how much you look after something, sometimes accidents happen. As someone who's worn acrylic and resin jewellery for a very long time, it's safe to assume that over the years, some items of mine have broken. It should bring a tear of joy to your eye to know that acrylic jewellery can absolutely … Continue reading How to Fix Your Broken Acrylic Jewellery
Everyone has their own style, especially when it comes to wearing pinup or vintage. Everyones uniqueness, style and personality is what makes the vintage community so exciting because we can express ourselves through our clothes. However, as someone just starting to wear vintage or the pinup style, starting out can be a little bit daunting … Continue reading How to Stop your Vintage Outfit Looking like a Costume
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
It's no secret that Sarsparilly is one of my favourite Aussie brands for many reasons; the quality of the clothing is always top notch, the unique style and vibe of the items themselves and of course, the amazing owner behind the brand. A little while ago, Sarsparilly collaborated with everyone favourite colourful teddies, Care Bears … Continue reading Sarsparilly X Care Bears Collection
Last year, Erstwilder released one of their most coveted collections ever; the Erstwilder X Pete Cromer collection which sold out in record time and they pieces are still highly sought after today. It was a no-brainer for Erstwilder to come back this year with a brand new collaboration with the artistic master but release both … Continue reading Erstwilder X Pete Cromer Collection 2020
As the weather cools down and the temperature drops, now is the time to put away your lovely summery dresses and sandals and find your fluffy cardigans and faux-fur wraps. I often get asked how do I manage to stay warm when it’s cold outside without freezing; winter is a time to embrace earthy tones, … Continue reading How to Wear Vintage in Winter
To fully wrap up spooky season, we can finally open and unbox October's Redbird Vintage box! It finally arrived on my doorstep and I couldn't be more excited to open it up. https://youtu.be/NtBocQFGTHM For those that may be unaware what a Redbird Vintage Box is, it’s a monthly subscription company run by two vintage-loving sisters and … Continue reading Redbird Vintage Box – October Unboxing
Spooky season is here meaning we can finally start wearing all our Halloween themed clothing items... or just continue wearing them because, for some, Halloween is a gift to be shared all year round. In this post, I share style and recommend some of my favourite online stores, brands and items that can be used … Continue reading Witchy Wednesday – Casual Halloween themed Pinup Outfits
Just when you thought Erstwilder was done with their Halloween range, BAM! There's another one and it's just as amazing. So for those that don't remember, last year, Erstwilder released an animal one collection which was immensely popular and I distinctly remember people fighting over the cat brooch in particular. This year, Erstwilder has come up … Continue reading Erstwilder Bone Brigade Collection Review
**Please Note: since the release of this review, it has been drawn to my attention that Retro Stage has been engaging in unethical practices. Customers have not been receiving their orders and all attempts at corespondance has fallen on deaf ears. Furthermore, pinups have had their photos used to promote a dress of Retro Stage … Continue reading Retro Stage 1920’s inspired Review – Part 1
I think we all have that skill or talent we want to learn but we put it in the 'one-day' pile. For me, that skill was knitting. I had always wanted to learn it when I was in high school but this is before there were tutorials on YouTube and I knew nobody who could … Continue reading Oversharing with MonMon – Knitting
It's been a hot minute since I reviewed Louella DeVille and since my last review, there have been heaps of new styles, prints, and items in the shop. For those that don't know, Louella DeVille is a fast-growing Aussie pinup clothing and accessories online store that really is your one-stop pinup shop. With so many … Continue reading Louella DeVille – Spring Outfit Review
I'm embarrassed by how long it has taken me to get this blog review out but I suppose sometimes life has other plans. Without further delay, I am really excited to bring you the continuation of the Grace Karin dress review with a new GK winter dress; the Women's 3/4 Sleeve Knee-Length Buttons Decorated Body-con Pencil … Continue reading Grace Karin – Winter Dress Review
Summer is officially over here in Australia and soon, we will be reaching for our cardigans and coats. Now is the time to start looking for some fabulous winter outfits and I have already found some new favourites from British Retro. I'm not one to wear a lot of wiggle or fitted dresses due to … Continue reading Tallulah Pencil Dress – British Retro Review
There's something very special about owning a princess dress; it doesn't have to be a gown or something overly fancy, but just a dress that as soon as you put it on, you feel like absolute royalty. That's exactly how I felt about the Tilly Off the Shoulder Bow Prom Dress in light pink from The … Continue reading Tilly Prom Dress – Pretty Dress Company
And just like that, summer is officially over and it's really just whizzed by! Looking back on February, this month was a huge challenge for me as it involved some travel followed by a severe Endo flare up which ended up triggering my depression. Trying to take part in the 100 days of Vintage Challenge really … Continue reading Monthly Outfit Recap – February
After finishing my WonderPore toner which I had used for several years, I finally realized it was time for me to find a different toner. The WonderPore started out amazing but over the years as my skin changed, became too strong for my skin and the alcohol content started to cause my skin to dry … Continue reading K-Beauty – Laneige Fresh Calming Toner Review