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
As we get older, birthdays can become more of a chore than a celebration. After an awful year, I was determined to ensure that this years birthday was full of love, light, colour and joy. I had known for several years that in 2019, my birthday lands on the first day of the Chinese New … Continue reading Spending my Birthday at Disneyland Hong Kong
A lot of people have the misconception that wearing pinup is expensive - it certainly can be but there are ways around retro to suit all budgets. The world of online shopping has opened up countless doors for fashion lovers and many online stores are adaptable to any budget. We all know the saying, "you … Continue reading Grace Karin Summer Dress Review
Skin care is a serious business. As someone who has struggled with acne for many years, it's taken me a while to figure out my skin, what works, what doesn't, and how environmental factors affect my skin. One item that has been a huge help in my skincare routine are clay masks. Clay masks are … Continue reading Clay Masks; Tips, Tricks and My Top Favourites
Last week, I was lucky enough to be in Sydney for the Everything Elvis Weekend at the Rooty Hill RSA. I thought I'd give the pinup pageant a go and really have some fun, make new friends and try something a little different on stage. Oh boy! What a day it turned out to be! … Continue reading Miss Memphis Vintage Pageant 2019
It's easy to be swept up in the 'New Year, New Me' craze, set a whole bunch of goals and then completely forget about them by March. The end of a year is a great time to set goals but there are a few ways to ensure your goals are realistic, reasonable and achievable that'll keep … Continue reading Goal Setting for the New Year
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
November was a month of getting my life back on track after the amazing rollercoaster that was Pinup Doll Australia (read about my adventure here, here and here). It was also a month of planning the years end and giving back with a few charity events. Now that it's the end of the year, it's … Continue reading Monthly Outfit Recap – November
Now that the dust has settled on Pinup Doll Australia 2018, it's time for my final installment in this mini blog series. Packing for Sydney was really stressful but I made sure that each outfit had it's own checklist and large ziplock bag so I could put all the accessories inside and not forget anything. … Continue reading Pinup Doll Australia – The Final Installment
There's nothing more exciting than a new pinup inspired product hitting the market! Poison Apple Hair is a Victoria-based company from the brainchild of Australian hairdresser Michael Davids and they have just released their new product, Poison Apple Hair Setting Spray. Now I'm not a hair expert and I often struggle to style my hair so … Continue reading Poison Apple Hair Review
Perhaps you have just entered your first pinup pageants and your thinking, "what do I do now?!". Don't worry, here is a safe space for you to get some ideas on how to plan for your pageant. Figure out the Basics: When you entered the pageant, you would have had an idea of what type … Continue reading How to Plan for a Pinup Pageant
I was recently contacted by Charlie Stone Shoes and asked if I wanted to try some of their brand new vintage inspired shoes. Of course, I said yes and after a really smooth discussion, the shoes arrived on my doorstep before I even knew it. Charlie Stone Shoes is a Sydney based company that started … Continue reading Charlie Stone Shoe Review
Red lipstick is an iconic pinup symbol but it's not easy finding the perfect shade of red when there are so many brands to choose from. Although I have tried countless shades of red, I have a few which I keep going back to. I've decided to share them with you to make your red … Continue reading Red Lipsticks for the Perfect Pinup Pout
If you haven't already discovered Australia's best one-stop pinup shop, it's about time you did! Louella DeVille Boutique is an all-inclusive retro and pinup fashion house based in Brisbane and they are currently taking over the world of pinup online shopping. Louella DeVille sell everything you need for the perfect retro wardrobe from men and … Continue reading Louella DeVille Spring Break Review
When I last left you in terms of my Pinup Doll Australia journey, I was at the very beginning of my chrity event run and now as I sit outside on this warm Sunday, all my charity events are over and I am madly trying to work on my talent routine. Since we last spoke … Continue reading Pinup Doll Australia – My Journey So Far. Part Two
For those that have known me for a very long time, you would know that I have had acne since I was in primary school. Over the years and as my body has changed, my acne has changed too. At the moment, I have cystic acne around period time and quite clogged pores which are … Continue reading K-Beauty – My Love Affair with Snail Mucus
Anyone who follows me on Instagram and Facebook knows that most of my outfits will be complemented with a Lola Von Rose handbag (I have every colour except black...and I really want a black one!). Lola Von Rose is a fabulous little company who puts their heart and soul into creating unique vintage-inspired bags and … Continue reading Lola Von Rose Liquid Lipstick – Review