I have a bit of an obsession for vintage overcoats.......but at least I can admit it, right! I think they are snuggly, stylish and so warm. The quality in their make and design is undeniable. The fact that they have lasted over so many decades is testament to this and many still look like new.… Continue reading Vintage Overcoats
Kewpie Dolls originated in 1912 in Germany. The inventor was Rosie O'Neill, a cartoonist. Her cartoons featured baby cupid characters. The cartoons gained popularity in 1909. First there was paper doll variations of Kewpie dolls. In 1912 kewpie dolls were produced in bisque. Then in 1920 they were produced in celluloid. In 1949 they… Continue reading Kewpie Dolls
Clothes for work can be retro, stylish and professional. Here are some of the outfits that I have been wearing to work. I like to mix and match vintage items with retro items and labels such as Hell Bunny, Dangerfield, Princess Highway, Revival, Banned Apparel, Sourpuss, Wheels and Dollbaby, Voodoo Vixen, Natasha Marie Clothing,… Continue reading Work Wear Retro Style
Brooches have been worn throughout history: Celtic brooches were used as cloak fasteners Aigrette brooches worn in the 17th century En Tremblant brooches worn in 18th century Mourning brooches worn for sentimental purposes Grand Tour brooches worn to represent social status Cameo brooches (that I love and trying to find one for me) date… Continue reading Brooches….A Rockabilly Fashion Accessory
There are many ways to achieve a retro style kitchen. I am going to give you some ideas on how to achieve your own retro kitchen. Combining both authentic vintage and modern retro style items Above you can see I have grouped together vintage tins, a lollie machine & mincer, with retro look items such as… Continue reading How to Achieve a Retro Kitchen
Over time I have had the opportunity to purchase a few vintage mirrors. Last weekend I had the pleasure of adding two more mirrors to my collection. At the moment they are my favourites! These two were a bargain online from a lovely ebayer and I was able to purchase each one at $15. Bargain...… Continue reading The Beauty of Vintage Mirrors
Women in the 50s had many roles. They may work outside of the home and inside the home. They were housewives, mothers, beauticians, hostess, handy man, a decorator, a vet, undergo doctor or dental duties, psychiatry help, financial help & decisions, cleaning, washing and ironing, cooking, taxi driver, support for her parents and numerous other… Continue reading A Retro Girl Living in a Modern World
Ridiculously Retro 
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