Tis the season to embrace all things vintage, kitschy and Christmas! As most of us start decorating our homes for the holiday season, it's a great time to decorate in a way that suits our personal and unique tastes. I personally love checking out people's Christmas tree's and Christmas rooms on Instagram especially when there … Continue reading How to Have a Vintage Christmas
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That’s a Wrap – Harley Quinn
"You think I'm just a doll. A doll that's pink and light. A doll you can arrange any way you like. You're wrong. Very wrong. What you think of me is only a ghost of time. I am dangerous. And I will show you just how dark I can be." I've always wanted to get … Continue reading That’s a Wrap – Harley Quinn
How to Start Dressing Retro
Recently, I've had quite a few people ask me, how can they start dressing vintage or pinup? What items should they start purchasing? Where should they go? and what to avoid. Instead of repeating myself like my childhood parrot, I thought I might turn this into a blog and hopefully help more people on their … Continue reading How to Start Dressing Retro
That’s a Wrap – Feather and Sage Boudoir
When I was first asked to collaborate with Miss Lady Lace, Miss Veronica Lily, Miss Lillian Rose and Feather and Sage Photography for a boudoir shoot, I was really excited, until my own self doubt swept over me. As a model, you often do shoots with other models and you quickly learn how to hold strong … Continue reading That’s a Wrap – Feather and Sage Boudoir
Tips and Tricks for Vintage Shopping
This blog is a follow up from my last blog on how to prepare for a vintage shopping adventure; here we will discuss how to get the most our of your vintage shopping once you walk in the store. https://youtu.be/yYHVWZ3zX_Q You're ready! You're prepared! Let's go sniff out some vintage gold! … Continue reading Tips and Tricks for Vintage Shopping
Pinup with a Passport – Vintage Shopping in Montreal
Before I even got to Montreal, a traveller I met on the way to New York told me that no one would speak to me if it wasn't in French. To be honest, I was a little worried because my French is absolutely terrible, but at the end of the day, I could manage on … Continue reading Pinup with a Passport – Vintage Shopping in Montreal
Monthly Outfit Recap – June
The month of June was the beginning of a travel adventure through the United States and Canada. Packing for a long holiday isn't easy especially when you like to dress up, so I tried my best to pack a pinup capsule wardrobe for my month long travels. It was a whirlwind of a trip and … Continue reading Monthly Outfit Recap – June
Easy Ways to Enjoy Your Mornings
For years I have had a love-hate relationships with mornings. I love my sleep but I personally find that if I don’t push myself to be productive in the morning, sometimes my day slips away from me and I don’t get everything done. I’ve slowly been changing my morning routine and I have become much … Continue reading Easy Ways to Enjoy Your Mornings
Miss Weekend on Wheels Pinup Competition
It feels about time to start writing about pinup pageants and competitions; Im not a veteran nor do I have 100 titles but pageants are something that I've started getting into and I find them a lot of fun. Although I plan to write about them generally, I thought it might be nice to reflect … Continue reading Miss Weekend on Wheels Pinup Competition
The DIY Pinup – Simple and Easy Sewing Patterns for a Vintage Wardrobe
When it comes to the perfect pinup wardrobe, sometimes a pinup just has to do it herself. For about a year, Ive been slowly teaching myself how to sew and found that the resources available online are a goldmine. There are so many amazing pattern that can be sewn at home to help you create … Continue reading The DIY Pinup – Simple and Easy Sewing Patterns for a Vintage Wardrobe
Monthly Outfit Recap – April
The month of April was packed with some very busy days with friends, family and work. We enjoyed some beautiful sunny days but also started pulling out cardigans as the temperature dropped. I manage to go down South with a few friends to take some time off and have a well deserved break. Celebrating Easter … Continue reading Monthly Outfit Recap – April
Top 6 Reasons to Shop Vintage
Today’s fashion consumer is bombarded by constantly changing trends, fast fashion and micro-seasons; but the one thing that never goes out of style is good quality vintage. Despite this, people are more likely to shop at fast fashion outlets where most of the clothing will end up at landfill or make thrift stores overflow. Shopping … Continue reading Top 6 Reasons to Shop Vintage
Daisy Jean – Product Review
There are so many amazing small businesses in Australia who have a strong passion for beauty, glamour, vintage and pinup. One such company is Daisy Jean Floral Designs. Daisy Jean prides itself on its high quality, customer service and unique items. They sell beautiful accessories including hair flowers, jewelry and brooches; everything a pinup can … Continue reading Daisy Jean – Product Review