Showing posts with label Vintage Styling. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vintage Styling. Show all posts

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Go on...Get HAPPY!

Butter-yellow, happy, gorgeous and affordable. 

How much do I love a good online shopping trip 
to Shabby Apple?

Bellisima at Shabby Apple, $78US
Been there yet? If not, what are you waiting for? 
(No, I'm not paid or affiliated in any way, I just love them).

_____________________________ Why not look your best every day?

Saturday, June 4, 2011

Celebrity Style Sienna Miller Vintage Vixen

Because it ordinarily takes a team of professionals 
helping celebrities look as amazing as they do, 
I find the personal every day style much more interesting.

Here's Sienna Miller out in London 
looking stunning in a vintage dress.
Photo: StyleSpot, Sienna Miller wearing vintage 


_____________________________ Why not look your best every day?

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Not Your Granny's Crochet Project!

Growing up I was fortunate enough 
to have my fair share of hand crocheted 
scarves, dresses, tops and capes. 
In fact, my grandmother taught me how to crochet...twice.
My mother once. 
It didn't stick. 
So revisiting this hot trend today, well, 
it's right up my yarn store!

New Romantics Crochet Variety Dress at Free People, $250
Same deal as above but in black...cool, right?

The options are so diverse at the moment, there is 
something out there for everyone. There are also warnings that come with crocheted clothing.

People Tree Crochet Dress at Asos, $240US
First, beware overdoing the hippie look. 
It works well to throw in something a bit edgy or modern—style it with contemporary accessories and shoes.  

Second, beware excessive or unintended exposure 
(the dreaded nip-slip). A sexy camisole or slip 
goes a long way with crochet work!

Lastly, make sure it fits...too small and you can look like a sausage roll, too big and you might look like you're channeling a long-gone 60s rock star.

Fair Harven Crochet Dress from General Pant Co, approximately $150US
Heirloom Dress from Funktional at Need Supply Co, $173US

If it's all a bit too much, go for something like 
the above look from Need Supply—a less committed, 
but completely hip version. 
Or opt for a simple crochet trim or accent like below.

Twist & Tango Crochet Insert Cami Dress at Asos, $120US

If your really lucky, you paid attention when 
someone taught you how to crochet and you can 
whip up your own perfect one-of-a-kind ensemble. 

But, if you're anything like me, you'll need to suffice with spending your hard-earned dollars on one of these darlings.

_____________________________ Why not look your best every day?

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Dress of the Week: Lily Pulitzer

Go Ahead, I dare you to put this dress on and NOT smile...


Shauna sateen tunic by Lily Pulitzer at Bloomingdales, about $225US

The poppy print is so cheerful and the retro 
A-line silhouette is flirty and feminine. All cotton with three-quarter sleeves and a flattering boatneck neckline.
One of those that can be dressed up 
or down for any occasion.

Imagine with leggings and sky-high platforms or strappy summer sandals. Feeling rebellious? A great pair of cowboy boots, oversized bag & vest. 

For such a statement dress, yet easy to make yours and stamp with your personal, unique sense of style.

_______________________________ Why not look your best every day?

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Dress of the Week: Jill Stuart Cheyanne Dress

Taaaa-ddaaaaaa...
the Dressology HQ Dress of the Week is 
the Cheyanne from Jill Stuart.

From Shopbop is this Jill Stuart Cheyanne Dress, approximately $850US


I love the Victorianesque waterfall bodice 
that is vintage-y without being dowdy. 
Silk chiffon in an accordion pleated fabric 
with a ruched waist & a flirty "unfinished" hemline. 

Uber feminine, and without a doubt, someone should have worn this to the Royal Wedding!

____________________________________ Why not look your best every day?

Saturday, April 30, 2011

What's Old is New Again...Part Deux

There's a bit of 50s, 60s & 70s in this 
gathering of vintage-inspired beauties. 

Each brings with it a contemporary, modern twist.

How would you style and make these looks your own?

Asos Flower Embroidered 50s Dress, approx $115US

ModCloth's Honolulu Holiday Dress, approximately $160US

Mrs Press sleeveless Stell Dress, approximately $270AU

Net-a-Porter vintage-inspired by Steven Alan, Louisa Plaid, approximately $300US

Rebecca Minkoff at Revolve Clothing, approximately $295US

Nordstrom Laurence Dolige, approximately $135US

Thursday, April 28, 2011

What's Old is New Again...Part One



There is nothing better than a dress that looks like it was inherited—passed down through the generations. 

Authentic vintage clothing is amazing, however, my heart beats even faster for a dress that looks retro, but is indeed....brand new!

Here are some beauties that make 
my heart skip a beat.


Shabby Apple's Blackberry Pie Dress, approximately $32US

Sweet Alma's Pink Sparrow Madison Dress, approximately $45AU



Erdem Mette silk-embroidered Dress, Browns Fashion approximately $4,000US

_________________________________ Why not look your best every day?

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Dress of the Week: Darling's Pastural Paradise

Pretty as a picture! 

ModCloth brings us UK brand Darling's 
vintage-like fabulous floral and polka dot print 
in a modern wrap dress style —
and check out the perfect lace accents at the shoulder.

Did somebody say Garden Party?


ModCloth's Darling Pastural Paradise Dress, Approximately $100US



____________________________________ Why not look your best every day?