Spending any amount of time within my online sphere you will soon discover that I never grew out of my 'space is cool' phase. I've always gravitated towards stars, moons, galaxies and anything celestial (I mean, check out my wedding in case you need more convincing), so with that, it's time to revisit a sewing … Continue reading Sewing a Vintage Inspired ACOTAR Night Court Ball Gown
Just in time for Oktoberfest! Prost! Calling all sewing enthusiasts and lovers of Bavarian charm! Are you dreaming of crafting your own stunning dirndl dress, perfect for Oktoberfest celebrations or adding a touch of cultural flair to your wardrobe? Look no further! In this blog post, we'll delve into a curated selection of sewing patterns for dirndls, catering to a variety … Continue reading Sewing Patterns for Making a Dirndl Dress
A World Beyond the Iconic Beer Dress Oktoberfest might be synonymous with steins overflowing with beer, joyous music, and a vibrant sea of people dressed in traditional Bavarian garb. But amongst the lederhosen, one garment truly steals the show: the dirndl. This charming dress, more than just a festive costume, boasts a rich history and cultural significance. Let's delve deeper into the world of the … Continue reading Unveiling the Allure of the Dirndl Dress
Tis the most wonderful time of the year when we can get cozy in our homes, use pumpkins and leaves as decorations, watch spooky movies and absolutely everything smells like vanilla and cinnamon. Ah, Halloween time; oh yeah, we need a costume! Unfortunately this year, my usual October of cosy crafting and sewing times has … Continue reading Sewing Patterns for Vintage Halloween Costumes
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 are back with a brand new season of The Marvellous Mrs Maisel which means there will be new and exciting vintage costumes on our screens and in our hearts. As a fan of the show and of course the fashion, I am very lucky to once again work with Heart My Closet to test … Continue reading Mrs Maisel dresses from Heart My Closet Review
We all have seasonal traditions, many which stem from our childhood. Although I wasn't the kid that ever liked scary movies (I still don't!), Halloween still meant certain videos were played on a loop as I enjoyed the spooky season. One such VHS was 'It's The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown'. For any Peanut's fan out … Continue reading Welcome Great Pumpkin
**Please note; the original seller of this dress has turned out to be a scammer. Since the posting of my original review they have been nothing but unprofessional so I have removed their name and links from my review. Although my first interaction with them was positive, I do not wish anyone else get scammed. … Continue reading Allie Hamilton’s Blue Lake Dress – The Notebook inspired Dress Review
I have been sitting on this project idea for over two years and have finally decided to just stop procrastinating and do it. Welcome to a brand new blog/video series where I take the much loved characters from Studio Ghibli films and turn them into vintage/pinup girls. I've always loved Studio Ghibli, especially in their … Continue reading With a Vintage Twist – Kiki’s Delivery Service
Today is the first day of 2021 and I thought I'd kick it off with a look back at one of my favourite photoshoots from (I'm actually embarrassed by how long ago this was) way back in 2019. Yes, it's now 2021 and I'm only JUST sharing these images but honestly, with so much going … Continue reading That’s a Wrap – The Diamond Bombshell
Having a bit more time on my hands means that I am indulging in a few guilty pleasures; mainly drinking tea, sewing and watching The Marvellous Mrs Maisel. Now that Season Three has been released, we are once again flooded with so many beautiful outfits and styles that truly make Midge a vintage icon. There's … Continue reading Mrs Maisel Outfits from Heart My Closet Review – Part 2
Now that the dust has settled on another year for Pinup Doll Australia All-Stars, I thought that it's about time I share my experience and discuss the pageant from my perspective. Last time I participated in Pinup Doll Australia, I blogged about the process and turned it into three parts, part 1, part 2 and part … Continue reading Pinup Doll Australia All-Stars 2020
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
Oh no! It's almost Halloween and a costume must be sourced, but what are some easy pinup costume ideas? Oh don't worry, I've got some emergency pinup Halloween costume ideas with hopefully things that can be easily found! As always, head to Google or Pinterest and find some inspiration on what you may like to … Continue reading Witchy Wednesday – Pinup Halloween Costume Ideas
**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 Dress Review – Part Two
**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