How to Find and Make Online & Offline Connections in the Modern Pinup World The world of modern pinup is more than just vintage dresses and sultry poses. It's a vibrant community of passionate individuals who celebrate body positivity, self-expression, and the art of vintage glamour. Whether you're a seasoned pinup pro or just starting your journey, connecting with other … Continue reading Building Your Pinup Posse – Nurturing Friendship and Connection in the Vintage Community
August started off with a bang and I ran into it at full speed; however, my body had other ideas and I ended up taking close to two weeks off from blogging and work. I'm hoping next month to talk more about living in Endo and some of my recent struggles. I am also looking … Continue reading Monthly Outfit Recap – August
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
I was recently asked if I would like to collaborate with the fabulous Heart My Closet and of course without a second thought I said yes! Heart My Closet is a fabulous company who creates custom vintage and celebrity inspired dresses to suit their clients: you choose your dress, pick your size and the colour … Continue reading Heart My Closet Kate Middleton Dress Review and Collab
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
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
Vintage shopping is much like going on an adventure; you need to be well prepared, have the correct equipment, stop for refreshments and always expect the unexpected. Vintage and thrift shopping is great for the environment, your fashionista soul and the economy (more on that here), but not everyone knows how to do it properly. … Continue reading How to Prepare for a Vintage Shopping Adventure
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
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
Start spreading the news, Im leaving today ... For the majority of my time in New York I had Frank Sinatra singing 'New York' in my head which I must admit, made it all the more exciting. Waking up in the city that never sleeps had a peculiar exhilaration that cannot be described; the city … Continue reading Pinup with a Passport – New York Adventures
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 month of May was very full! I don't think there was a single day where I didn't have something on or a tonne of work to do; it sure kept me busy. As I look forward to June and all the adventures that will come from it, it's nice to reflect on the past … Continue reading Monthly Outfit Recap – May
A few months ago, myself, Miss Lady Lady, Miss Lillian Rose and Fate Photography were all commissioned to create some vintage beach images for the Family Affair Cafe in Jurien Bay. Needless to say, the images were a huge success and the locals loved them! It didn't take long before we were all invited for … Continue reading Pinup with a Passport – Road Trip to Jurien Bay
The question “where are you off to now?” is often directed at me during social gatherings, I can’t help it, I have the travel bug and I’ve got it bad! I believe that everyone should travel, whether it be near or far, in order to see the world from a different perspective. I do understand … Continue reading Pinup with a Passport – Reasons Everyone Should Travel
Self-Care Part 2; The types of Self Care and activities you can do May is Mental Health month so I thought it would be fitting to have a few extra posts about mental health. Just for a bit of background about myself; I am an accredited with Mental Health First Aid and a counselor. I … Continue reading We’re All Mad Here – Self Care Part 2