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| Audrey Hepburn, 1965 Image by Douglas Kirkland |
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Audrey Hepburn Inspirations
For a lovely lady quoted as saying, "I never thought I'd land in pictures with a face like mine", she sure was beautiful! This is one of my favourite images of Audrey...
x Sianne
Friday, August 27, 2010
Fashion Feature; Modcloth Shoe Lovin'
Hi there and welcome to the weekend, almost!
This week I wanted to share with you some gorgeous shoes available on Modcloth. There is a surplus of ultra cute classic designs as well as some rather strange new modern gear and I've pulled a few pics of my favourites to share, the first of which is this adorable 'Party Planner Heel'.
What's not to love about them? I adore the scalloped trim, the striped heel and bow accent as well as the fact that the height of the heel won't leave you prey to a rolled ankle. They're perfect to go with a LDB but I'm thinking that I've got a dress that might match just as well... Could be a bit risky!
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On my list is the 'About the Benjamins Heel' and my goodness, what a gorgeous shoe! They're just a little bit classy and I'm a huge fan of the sturdy, stacked wood heels, vivacious violet soles, and scalloped teal trim. If those dazzling details don't inspire you then surely their grey and black houndstooth vamps and rich purple satin ribbon laces will! They're certainly very dashing indeed but what would one match them too?
The final keeper is the plain and simple 'Peach on the Beach Sandal'. I own a pair very similar that I picked up from a Target store last year (hooray clearance sales) and they're just so comfortable.. even if a little understated.
<><><><><><><> Modcloth will always be a favourite drool site for me, unfortunately I like to buy a few pieces at once to avoid being stung with the postage costs.. Until next time, x Sianne
This week I wanted to share with you some gorgeous shoes available on Modcloth. There is a surplus of ultra cute classic designs as well as some rather strange new modern gear and I've pulled a few pics of my favourites to share, the first of which is this adorable 'Party Planner Heel'.
What's not to love about them? I adore the scalloped trim, the striped heel and bow accent as well as the fact that the height of the heel won't leave you prey to a rolled ankle. They're perfect to go with a LDB but I'm thinking that I've got a dress that might match just as well... Could be a bit risky!
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| Party Planner Heel Priced at $49AUD |
Secondly, there is the 'Glitter on the Wet Streets' heel. Pretty in both pink and glitter, I love the sensible stiletto heel, rounded toe, and rhinestone-encrusted buckle at the ankle strap. They're a classic shape but rather modern in every other visual respect.
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| Glitter on the Wet Street Heel Priced at $65AUD |
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| About the Benjamins Heel Priced at $105AUD |
The final keeper is the plain and simple 'Peach on the Beach Sandal'. I own a pair very similar that I picked up from a Target store last year (hooray clearance sales) and they're just so comfortable.. even if a little understated.
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| Peach on the Beach Sandal Priced at $44AUD |
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Pretty little things; vintage wallpaper part 2
Well hello there & happy Wednesday... hope your week is going well. I know mine has been rather hectic again and I've been enjoying some downtime looking at 'pretties' this morning.
In March of this year I featured a post about vintage wallpaper and I've come across some new lovely pieces (again on Flickr) to share with you.
I have also discovered that there is a massive market for vintage wallpapers and that you can buy them online! Perhaps I've been a little neglectful in my research.
Whilst it takes a special house to have wallpaper, especially in Aus, I think everyone can appreciate the cute designs of yesteryear.
Anyway, have a lovely day!
Sianne
In March of this year I featured a post about vintage wallpaper and I've come across some new lovely pieces (again on Flickr) to share with you.
I have also discovered that there is a massive market for vintage wallpapers and that you can buy them online! Perhaps I've been a little neglectful in my research.
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| Vintage Pirate Wallpaper |
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| Another 1970's favourite from Vintage Pam |
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| Roses from an estate sale by 50's Pam |
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| Another 'lovely' from 50's Pam |
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| Wallpaper from a 150 year old house |
Whilst it takes a special house to have wallpaper, especially in Aus, I think everyone can appreciate the cute designs of yesteryear.
Anyway, have a lovely day!
Sianne
Monday, August 23, 2010
Just a little bit of Giorgio Armani for your Monday
I was in the mood for fashion this morning and this was my find...
& how right he is!
x Sianne
"I believe that my clothes can give people a better image of themselves - that it can increase their feelings of confidence and happiness."
Giorgio Armani
& how right he is!
x Sianne
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
John is not really dull!
This made me laugh for some reason!
x Sianne
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| John is not really dull, WPA poster, ca. 1937Works Progress Administration poster sponsored by the Town of Hempstead (W.H. Runcie, M.D., health officer) recommending eye examinations for children having difficulty learning. |
Friday, August 6, 2010
Fashion Feature; Whiteowl on Etsy
This week I’d like to share with you the delightful collection of jewellery from Whiteowl on Etsy.
The pieces are a magical combination of new textiles combined with old (many materials are rescued from estate sales, flea markets and even the designers own Grandmother!).
You can help but adore the photographic presentation of the store. I love the thoughtfulness and care that has clearly been put into creating both necklaces and earrings for sale from just $20AUD (approximate).
Here are a few of my favourite pieces;
Price of postage from Whiteowl is exceptional if you don’t mind and orders are turned around in 2-3 working days. What more could one ask!
I’d also like to mention that the designers have a cute-as-a-button blog you can subscribe to for updates and tips on the latest flea market trends so be sure to sign up.
x Sianne
The pieces are a magical combination of new textiles combined with old (many materials are rescued from estate sales, flea markets and even the designers own Grandmother!).
You can help but adore the photographic presentation of the store. I love the thoughtfulness and care that has clearly been put into creating both necklaces and earrings for sale from just $20AUD (approximate).
Here are a few of my favourite pieces;
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| Botanique Lace Necklace Priced at approximately $36AUD An oversized garden of dusky grey lilies hangs asymmetrically from a duo of vintage copper chains |
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| Emmaline Lace Necklace Priced at approximately $36AUD a dramatic spray of lacy blooms, dotted with petite aqua beads and hung from antiqued brass chain. |
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| Circe Lace Earrings Priced at approximately $24AUD lovely stylized ivory lace blooms contrast with antiqued brass chains and sway from extra long antiqued brass wire |
Price of postage from Whiteowl is exceptional if you don’t mind and orders are turned around in 2-3 working days. What more could one ask!
I’d also like to mention that the designers have a cute-as-a-button blog you can subscribe to for updates and tips on the latest flea market trends so be sure to sign up.
x Sianne
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Poster awesomeness; Teagan White
I've been looking for some new art for around the house and stumbled across the work of Teagan White.
The mixture of the illustration within the message really appeals to me. Oh to be so creative!
You can view all work here; http://www.teaganwhite.com/typography.html
x Sianne
The mixture of the illustration within the message really appeals to me. Oh to be so creative!
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| "the person you love is 72.8% water"- experimental typography. ink, digital (photoshop). 2009. class work. (quote by alan fletcher) |
x Sianne
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Ripped silk tears!
Please tell me I'm not the only one who has accidentally ruined, ripped or destroyed a beautiful vintage clothing piece!
I was actually doing pretty well for myself, thinking that I’d been careful with my garments over the years even when having a drink or two. What can you do if you catch the lace on a 1940's dress and it disintegrates before your eyes? Not a lot except have a bit of a teary & complain that life just isn't fair.
I was in the kitchen earlier in a 40’s slips & I managed to catch the edge of the silk on the dining room table before hearing a heart-breaking rip! I suppose that sometimes there’s nothing you can do to halt time and prevent a tear...
Of course I will try to fix my slip best I can, or rope mother dearest into the act as her hand stitching is far neater than my own. Failing the mending skills, I may need to buy a new slip for that retail therapy buzz! Not all is lost.
x Sianne
I was actually doing pretty well for myself, thinking that I’d been careful with my garments over the years even when having a drink or two. What can you do if you catch the lace on a 1940's dress and it disintegrates before your eyes? Not a lot except have a bit of a teary & complain that life just isn't fair.
I was in the kitchen earlier in a 40’s slips & I managed to catch the edge of the silk on the dining room table before hearing a heart-breaking rip! I suppose that sometimes there’s nothing you can do to halt time and prevent a tear...
Of course I will try to fix my slip best I can, or rope mother dearest into the act as her hand stitching is far neater than my own. Failing the mending skills, I may need to buy a new slip for that retail therapy buzz! Not all is lost.
x Sianne
Friday, July 16, 2010
Friday Fashion Feature: American Apparel
There is something about the current 'Classic Girl' look by American Apparel that just makes me smile.
Perhaps it's the clean and simple lines, the traditional feminine colours or the fact that the collection isn't full of pink frills & lace (not that there isn't a time & a place for pink frills and lace).
A gal needs her basic kit of clothing and that's exactly what this collection offers.
Perhaps it's the clean and simple lines, the traditional feminine colours or the fact that the collection isn't full of pink frills & lace (not that there isn't a time & a place for pink frills and lace).
A gal needs her basic kit of clothing and that's exactly what this collection offers.
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| Unisex Pinpoint Short Sleve Button Up Shirt Priced at $82 |
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| Silky shirred waist skirt Priced at $54 |
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| Chiffon Double-Layered Shirred Waist Skirt Priced at $64 |
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| High waist demin short Priced at $54 |
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| Polyester High-Waist Pleated Pant Priced at $108 |
You can see more of the Classic Girl range at the American Apparel website & I thoroughly recommend searching by catagory on the left hand pane.. otherwise you miss a few lines and that's never a good thing.
Til next week x Sianne
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