It's time to kick of the new year with a brand new Erstwilder collection and how lucky am I that it's my favourite theme, flowers. I have more floral brooches than any other theme and I still collect and purchase new ones. I don't know why, I just love them, find them easy to style … Continue reading Erstwilder A Floral Affair Review
Even though I've already made a gift giving guide, I thought it might be fun to share and explore more gift ideas but specifically for fans of the Amazon series, the Marvelous Mrs Maisel. This list will hopefully suit all budgets and come from small independent businesses and also the official Maisel brand. Of course … Continue reading Gift ideas for the Mrs Maisel Obsessed
It's the most wonderful time of the year so I invite you all to grab some hot tea, snuggle up on the couch, light the Christmas tree and enjoy some of the best vintage Christmas movies of all time. These movies are full of fun, fabulous fashions, wonderful songs and heartfelt moment. Many of these … Continue reading Top Vintage Christmas Movies to Watch this Season
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
As most already know, I am getting very close to my own little vintage wedding which has already created many special memories. After finding a glorious vintage wedding gown which I cannot wait to show off, I thought I'd create a list of tips and things to keep in mind when shopping for your own … Continue reading Tips for Vintage Wedding Dress Shopping
In my quest to be a better ally to minority groups, I thought today I'd share some of my favourite black-owned vintage businesses. Some I have shopped with for many years, others have been recent discoveries and some I have found recommended online and through social media. Now I know there are probably many more … Continue reading Black-Owned Vintage Businesses
This post is a continuation of Instagram's Monster; Part 1. This mini-series explores our relationship between real life, our selves and social media. There is a heavy focus on selfies and Instagram. Although not pinup or vintage related, I wanted to use my academic skills to start a discussion about how we use social media … Continue reading Instagram’s Monster; Part 2
Online, the way one presents themselves and their identity is fluid which means that users of media, such as Instagram, can create and generate several different versions of themselves (Kendall 1998, Turkle 1999). Turkle described the computer as a means of creating a ‘second self’ (1984), Instagram can be seen as a popular way of … Continue reading Instagram’s Monster; Part 1
Over the last little while, I've been thinking about the way we represent ourselves in both real life and the online realm. The online world is a strange space where you can be whoever you want to be with very few limitations; you can become famous overnight or build an empire. I've been reflecting a … Continue reading The Self and The Selfie
Sending you all the warmest of greetings on this windy winter day. Alas, we can all come together to celebrate the latest release from Australian jewellery designer, Erstwilder. This is a continuation of their last release with more fan favourites coming back into the store but in new colourways. As I have shopped with Erstwilder … Continue reading Erstwilder – Fan Favourites Collection Review
As we all know, online shopping can often be hit or miss. Although I do buy vintage online, I've done it for long enough to know what to look for (blog on this topic coming soon), but I also buy a fair amount of retro reproductions. Buying cheap retro reproductions is a completely different story. … Continue reading Buying Fake Vintage from Ebay
Today is the launch of Erstwilder's first-ever Easter collection and oh my giddy aunt it's adorable! Inspired by vintage Easter illustrations and cards, this collection features an enchanting group of new cute characters all with their own special charm, resin prints and characteristics. I was lucky enough to look at and review my favourite four … Continue reading Erstwilder Easter Parade Collection
If you live in a smaller city such as myself, you may have noticed that your vintage shopping options are pretty limited. So where else do you turn to find amazing vintage besides the three stores you have to drive an hour to, THE INTERNET! The online sphere has become a shoppers paradise but it … Continue reading How / Where to Shop Vintage Online
Charity t-shirts now available! Click here! “Believe there is a great power silently working all things for good, behave yourself and never mind the rest.” - Beatrix Potter When I first found out that Erstwilder was re-releasing the Peter Rabbit/Beatrix Potter collection, I did a little excited squeak at my computer and then a happy … Continue reading Erstwilder Peter Rabbit Recolour Collection
I have been a Sailor Moon fan since I was a kid; I remember watching it every weekday morning on CheezTV (wow, what a flashback), whilst getting ready for school. I remember my mum always stressing that I won't be ready in time as I was glued to the tv for the full episode. Now … Continue reading Sailor Moon Sheet Mask Review
Yes it's not everyone favourite day of the year, but I do really enjoy Valentines Day just for a day to tell people how special they are to you. I believe that love, including friendship, is something to openly celebrate and to talk about. I try to often remidn people how special they … Continue reading Erstwilder “With Love” Valentines Day Collection
There are certain people in this world where when they ask for help, I just drop everything and run. Sometimes, that includes taking a flight across the country. One of those amazing people is Sasha and Marija from Sherbet Birdie Photography. It's been a while since I've done a 'That's a Wrap' post and … Continue reading That’s A Wrap – Sarsparilly X Pusheen Collection ft. Sherbet Birdie
As an avid gardener, I don't mind the odd creepy crawley as long as they don't eat my garden...I'm looking at you caterpillars! In saying that, I really like certain insects as they are just another essential part of life and are pretty cute! When I heard Erstwilder was releasing a new insect inspired collection … Continue reading Erstwilder Insects Collection