A popular accessory in the 1950's was the fruit basket bag which was bascially a wicker basket made small enough to resemble a purse or ladies handbag, adorned with velvet fruit. Although wicker basket bags have been around for hundreds of years, they are still popular and return often in popular trends; the latest one being … Continue reading DIY Pinup: Vintage Fruit Basket Bag
When I first found out about the Erstwilder and Hello Kitty collection, I could hear my nine-year-old self screaming madly with pure joy. I definitely went through a major Hello Kitty phase and my entire study desk was covered in Hello Kitty merchandise some of which I still have (I will never get rid of … Continue reading Erstwilder X Hello Kitty Collection Review
I constantly remind myself how lucky I am to be living in Perth where we are feeling pretty safe and protected from Covid. Although we've gone through lockdown like most people, we are lucky that we haven't had any community transmissions for quite some time. Despite that, we have missed out on many events that … Continue reading Polka Dot Vintage Markets November 2020
It feels like an entire lifetime has gone past since I last reviewed Lipstick and Chrome but I was very kindly asked to collaborate with them again and this time, I dragged my pinup partner in crime, Miss Vintage Orchid, along for the wonderful ride. Lipstick and Chrome completely spoiled us with an entire box … Continue reading Lipstick and Chrome Review
We all know one of my favourite companies is Heart My Closet; they create beautiful custom garments, have great ethics and customer service and of course, their dresses are drop dead stunning. I've reviewed them a few times before (check that out here, here and here) so I won't go into too much detail but … Continue reading Heart My Closet Review
Do you know what's better than brooching? Brooching with your pinup bestie! Today I am super excited to be sharing a new company on my blog which I was lucky enough to collaborate with and also shoot with the one and only Miss Vintage Orchid. She Loves Blooms was kind enough to send us some … Continue reading She Loves Blooms Brooch Review
You didn't think Erstwilder would only release one Halloween collection, did you? Nope, we are back back back again with another Bone Brigade collection featuring brand new boney friends. The collection is now live on the Erstwilder website so make sure you grab your favourites quick before they sell out super quick like last year. … Continue reading Erstwilder Bone Brigade Collection 2020
I know, deep in my heart, spooky season is all year around but I've slowly started listening to my Halloween music and watching my Halloween movies more openly. There's nothing better than spooky season; this year will be a little bit more crazy for me but oh my goodness has the new Erstwilder Halloween collection … Continue reading Erstwilder X Kitschy Witch Halloween Collection 2020
Despite my questionable attempt at baking for Halloween, I thought it's about time to get back onto the cooking horse and try some more vintage recipes but this time, for Valentine's Day. After a fair amount of research and looking through old cookbooks and recipes online, I found a vintage treat with a confusing name … Continue reading Making Vintage Valentines “Salad” (1952)
Now I love me a good headwrap especially when I'm particularly struggling with my hair or just haven't had time to curl it the night before. Scarves and wraps are a staple in my wardrobe and have been for several years which also means I have learned to tie them and wear them in a … Continue reading Erstwilder Scarves Review