When I first made a dress using Advance 9077 from The Vintage Pattern Company back in May, I knew it would soon become a pattern obsession if I didn't reign in my desires. Well, turns out I could survive a few months before I absolutely had to make it again and my cottage core heart … Continue reading Sewing Cottage Core Dreams – Advance 9077
Most people know the Easter bunny as a magical bunny that delivers chocolate eggs this time of year, but here in Australia, we have a magical marsupial known as the Easter Bilby. A bilby is a desert dwelling marsupial with long bunny-like ears that's nocturnal, adorable and very much loved by all Aussies. Come Easter … Continue reading Sewing an Aussie Easter Bilby Dress
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
Anzac Day is an important day for anyone in Australia and New Zealand; it is a national day of remembrance that commemorates all those "who served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations" and "the contribution and suffering of all those who have served". Held on the 25th of April each year, Anzac … Continue reading Making ANZAC biscuits from 1914
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
Here in Australia, we always have a few last summer days once autumn starts and to grasp ahold onto the final hours of heat, I went away for a weekend in beautiful Pemberton and of course that meant visiting a few swimming holes. Given the choice between the beach or a pool, I'd choose a … Continue reading Eco Claudette Rose Bikini Set by Bettie Page Swimwear Review
One of the things I really admire about Erstwilder is their willingness to work and collaborate with local and international artists. I tell you what, if I ever learn how to properly draw, I will definitely hope that one day Erstwilder notices me and wants to turn my scribbles into brooches. But not today, today, … Continue reading Jocelyn Proust X Erstwilder Collection
The last time Erstwilder released an Art Nouveau collection (back in June 2020), it sold out within minutes so it's a no-brainer that Erstwilder should revisit this collection and extend it. Well, here we are today at the cusp of a brand new collection inspired by the previous Art Nouveau collection but with a few … Continue reading Erstwilder Art Nouveau 2021 Collection
I love me a good handbag and the cuter or the kitschier I can get it, the better. I have a staple of bag colours which I wear with most of my pinup outfits when it comes to bags but I do like to mix it up every now and then. For Christmas, I was … Continue reading Olli Ella Acorn Rattan Bag Review
I don't always subscribe to the "new year, new me" mindset as I don't like the idea of becoming something new when I just want to work on a bit of self improvement. It feels like throwing out the baby with the bath water in way. This year, I really want to focus more on … Continue reading Miss Gypsy Rose Review
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
It's time to share another Erstwilder review but this time, we are exploring the Woodlands collection. Now if you know me, you would know that I love anything within this theme; give me cute forests, mushrooms and animals any day! When I first saw the collection I got super excited and was instantly drawn to … Continue reading Erstwilder Woodlands Collection Review
We all have those guilty pleasure movies where we can sit back, relax and escape on amazing adventures inside fantastical worlds and wonderful creatures; for a lot of people, that's Disney but for me, it's actually Studio Ghibli. For those that aren't aware of Studio Ghibli, stop what you're doing, go and find a copy … Continue reading Daisy Jean Floral Totoro Brooch Collection Review
I don't know about you, but I am so ready to embrace the cooler weather and put all my summery dresses away. There's always something so charming about vintage and retro-inspired ensembles when the weather is nice and cool. To fully embrace that, today we will be reviewing three new dresses from Miusol who very … Continue reading Miusol Dress Review
As some of you know, I have recently become the Australian face for Daisy Jean Floral for 2020. It's such an exciting venture but also a very scary one. As one of my yearly resolutions, I am trying to be kinder to myself and stop putting myself down even as a joke, so to … Continue reading Daisy Jean Alice in Wonderland Collection
If you're a lover of all things pinup and vintage, you've probably heard of the Australian brand Wheels and Dollbaby. I remember being taken to the store when I was in high school and I was just so bewitched by all the beautiful clothes. Although back then the budget was out the window, as I … Continue reading Wheels and Dollbaby – The Seven Wonders Haul and Review
I have a weird habit of wearing out my clothes until they are literally hanging on by a thread before I throw them out; one of my favourite items whilst living in Dublin was my black faux leather jacket which I wore until the sleeves were all peeling, the zip was busted and the lining … Continue reading Sarsparilly – Veronica Biker Jacket Review
If you're interested in dressing vintage or pinup, you've probably heard of the resin jewelry brand, Erstwilder. Erstwilder is famous worldwide for its amazing bright resin jewelry including brooches, necklaces, and earrings. Originating from Melbourne in 2011, the company has continued to grow, expand and release some really beautiful and unique pieces. I remember my … Continue reading Erstwilder Art Deco Review