A Rebel Reborn

Image via Elle.com

With fall rolling in and menswear on my mind, I set out a search for a little feminine meets masculine yesterday. To my delight, I discovered the perfect combination on the pages of Elle. 

In the shoot, Chateau Dreams, the beautiful Agyness Deyn is reborn as the original rebel without a cause, mister James Dean. 

I am entranced by the delicate balance of each image. And I am even more in love knowing that the ever talented James Franco is the master behind the lens. Everything about this shoot makes me swoon. 

Image via Elle.com

Southern Street Style

Images via Mosey!

                            


Mosey!


If you are anything like me, you are always on the look out for a little fashion inspiration. Well my friends, look no further. Two southern gals are bringing it close to home!!


Anna Routh, a Dallas based photographer, and one of my favorite local artists Lauren Essel of Blue Eye Brown Eye  have joined forces to become the self proclaimed Purveyors of DFW Fashion!! How fun is that? 

Now that I know these ladies will be on the look out around my neck of the woods, you can bet I will be adding a little extra flare to my look! 


Take a minute to connect with Mosey! here and here 

Gravity defying Fashion

It is a beautiful moment when exceptional creative photography and fashion collide. 

Over New York; 1963
Melvin Sokolsky

Melvin Sokolsky's collection of models seemingly defying gravity is far beyond the time and limitations of the genre. This work spoke to me as a photographer striving to find inspiration within the world that surrounds me and as a woman seeking a deeper expression of self through fashion. 


I think I could stare at this work for ages and still be mystified by the simplicity of the setting and the graceful nature of each muse. 

On the Seine, Paris; 1963                                                                        In Trees, Paris; 1963 

story via What's up! trouvaillesdujour

Lawrence is so Lovely

One of my very favorite things is finding new and wonderful vintage inspired sites! 

Lawrence is a lovely little site just launch by the beautiful Frankie Zmetra. 

This site has an array of feminine pieces from the 20's to 90's and every decade in between. To get a little more perspective on the woman behind the shoppe, check out her inspiration tumblr. 

Banana Republic has gone Mad!

For Mad Men that is!

If you are anything like me, your heart sank a little when AMC announced that Mad Men would be on hiatus until next year. What is a girl to do when needing a little Don Draper fix? Why shop of course! And for what better than Mad Men inspired threads. 


Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant teamed up with Banana to create shear genius. Now all of the seemingly untouchable masterpieces on the show, are available to the masses! (and at a pretty affordable cost)

The collection will be available online August 10 and will be in a store near you this fall! 

These are just a few of my favorites, but check out here and here to start your wish list today!! I would love to hear what you can't wait to own. 

Paris Inspiration

After watching the incredible L'amour Fou this past Sunday, Paris fashion has been on my mind more than ever. So it is only fitting that I stumbled across this post that is intrinsically parisian!!

Head over to Everything Fabulous for the complete Hermes Guide to Summer Scarf Knotting and ENJOY!

Captivated by her Beauty

While enjoying my daily dose of coffee this morning and a quick peek into the lives of some of my favorite fellow bloggers, I happened upon this post by Sfgirlbybay (Love her!!).

In Jeana Shohn's expansive body of work, women are photographed in the private sanctuary of their home. Shohn interviews the stunning beauties in all things fashion. Challenging the portrait subjects to pull inspiration from their own closet to model for the camera. The work is honest and provoking. 

Just the sort of thing a girl like me needs to get back on her fashion game!! 

I have looked through a number of pics and have featured some here, but I would love to know some of your favorites! Is there any one picture or muse that speaks to your personal style? 

Don't be Deceived by the Name!!

New Yorkers Shira Entis and Alex Bell are the creative master minds behind the eco-friendly tote line Fleabags, founded in 2009. According to their site the duo were, "Frustrated by the inconvenience and environmental hazard of accumulating several plastic bags while marketing, they craved a convenient and fashion-hot tote that could fit all of their wares." 

Thus the creation of the beautifully crafted American-made totes.

The Original Flea: Nantucket; Salt Bag: Aquarium; The Original Flea: Pebble

Reasons to LOVE Fleabags!! via fleabg.com

Fleabags are ideal Flea market totes
Friends and family have used them for weekends away, trips to the beach, to the grocery store and to carry anything numerous or unwieldy.
They are sturdy and made of eco-friendly materials.
Organic Cotton / Hemp Canvas Vegetable-Tanned,
American and Italian Leathers
Water-Based Ink
Locally Made in New York By Hand In Limited Edition

Check out this wonderful story via The New York Times in which the pair offers great flea market shopping advice!!  

Hello Lovely

We live in a world that is measured by quick turn around and instant, but not always fulfilling gratification. There are countless emails and online messages exchanged at such a rapid rate that we have all but lost the art of hand written well constructed correspondence. 


Thankfully there are artists/craftsmen who have clung to and given rebirth to the long ago tradition of well made paper goods. Blue Eye Brown Eye is a Fort Worth based letterpress and design company owned/operated by the lovely Ms. Lauren.  I met the creative calligraphy goddess while taking one of her private how to letterpress classes. I highly recommend this for a fun date night or just a way to build your knowledge of hand crafted goods. 


I am proud to share with you the success of one of her newest ventures, pretty little monogramed cards.

Available now at Anthropologie

I cherish my delightful little hand made stationary crafted by individually placed vintage type blocks and hand mixed ink. Each time I draft a letter to a loved one, I know my message is wonderfully complimented by the unique beauty of the stationary. 

Check out the full product line of Blue Eye Brown Eye here!

Something Old/Something New: Audrey for Summer

One of my very favorite blogger posts are those that take old fashion style icons and reinvent their look using new trends. So I have decided to incorporate this beloved feature into my online existence.

It is only right to kick off my Something Old/Something New series with one of my personal style icons: Ms. Audrey Hepburn.

Menswear Shirt, Sandals, Sunglasses, Shorts and Vintage Bracelet 

I really love this casual spring/summer outfit! It is not one of the more traditional images you see of her but I find the mix of a men's top with the high-waisted shorts finished with a vintage touch totally irresistible!!  Ms. Hepburn you always seemed to always wear it just right. 

Sip and Sew: 1949 Halter

I had one of the best times in a long time this past weekend with just four girls and our sewing machines!

We had our first official Sip and Sew during which we did a little bit of sewing and a whole lot of gossiping. The circle is comprised of vintage loving girls, like yours truly, who are all set to build our own wardrobe!

Our inaugural meeting was lead by my amazing friend Vanessa who greeted us in style with yummy treats, the cutest 50's glasses for our Arbor Mist (V's favorite) and pre-cut patterns in name labeled envelopes! She is too stinking cute for her own good!

The project was for each gal to create a 1949 halter from a great vintage pattern that our lovely hostess provided. We each customized the pattern to fit our measurements, did a little cutting and then the sewing commenced. Between all of the chatting and re-dos, I am not sure how long it actually took to complete, but I did it!

Finished product. Not too bad if I say so myself. And the best part is that I went home afterwards and knocked another one out in less than an hour and a half!!

As for next month, the date is already selected and so is the pattern. I can't wait for another day with the gals!

Funky Finds

One of my very favorite past times is treasure hunting in vintage re-sale shoppes! Unfortunately, neither set of grandparents left me hoards of old time goodies so these stores serve as my lifeline for unique and special items from the generations past. 


Last weekend the mister and I went on an expedition of the vintage kind and found two AMAZING locations I wanted to share with you! 


Dolly Python has been called the "best vintage store in Dallas" by reviews on Yelp. And in my opinion this statement is not far from the truth. The hidden treasure is a little off the beaten path on Haskell Ave. in the east side of Dallas. It houses a ton of amazing vintage items and oddities. Including clothes, cameras and great 60's style furniture! If you are on this side of town or even relatively close I recommend making the trip!

Another note worthy stop on the hunt was to Gratitude Vintage. Let me start with a warning: This store is BUSTING AT THE SEAMS with goods so prepare yourself to dig for a find! With that being said, many of you are probably like me and the hunt makes the prize that much more valuable. The store is going through a owner change so they are offering huge discounts on tons of items and are willing to negotiate on everything! My suggestion is to head that way soon. 

Now it is your turn! If you have a favorite second hand store please share it below. I know I have a few followers that would enjoy hearing about another place they can spend a Saturday afternoon losing themselves for an hour or so!

Sunday Funday: Austin

We concluded our weekend of adventure in Austin with a Sunday full of our favorite things.

We started the day with a trip to Kirby Lane, a yummy 24-hour cafe with $2 mimosas for brunch!! I had a delicious plate of french toast, while the mister enjoyed a summer special granola with tropical fruit. Let me say, if you are near this breakfast hot spot try the granola. It was amazing! After satisfying my mimosa craving, we took a little walk down the drag to Cream Vintage. This cool shop not only has a ton of great clothes, they have an in-store tailor to custom fit your purchase. I scored a super cute pair of much needed sunglasses and then we were on our way.

Our mid-day stop was to my mister's all time favorite coffee shop. Caffe Medici was the perfect place to stop and enjoy an opportunity to get my butt kicked in a friendly game of chess. (I am still a beginner, but I try!)

The evening began with a stop to the Trailer Park & Eatery. Torchy's Tacos to be exact. We enjoyed the unique taco creations before finishing the evening in true Austin style! Our last evening in Austin was spent crooning to some of the city's finest jazz at the Elephant Room. The underground venue was the perfect finale to the weekend of music and friends.

A day in the sun

We made our first official visit to the Round Up and let me say it was everything we thought it would be!! There were some amazing vendors, great bands and a seemingly endless amount of hot rods! I was lucky enough to score a few amazing vintage finds, which I will post a few pics of later, and spend a couple fantastic days with friends.

The mister and I shot mostly with the polaroid land camera and a bronica so those pics will be delayed for a few weeks until we can get them developed and scanned. But we did snap a few with our phone. So here is one for now!!

Handmade Dress by: Dancing Doll Clothing

A few bands I just have to share are:

The Royal Rhythmaires

Lloyd Tripp

The Jungle Rockers

Heulyn Duvall

Austin Bound

I am bubbling with anticipation and excitement about the weekend to come!! Me and the mister are packing up and heading south to AUSTIN!! It is only a few hours drive away, but this city moves at a completely different pace. The city is host to everyone from the crazy old hippies to the young hipsters and everything in between!

This weekend we are heading to the capital with a purpose; to attend an annual event called the Lonestar Round Up for the very first time.

For those of you who may not know, I am a lover of vintage fashion. 1950s fashion to be precise. I love the elegance, beauty and chic style that every woman seemed to have possessed during this time.

Photo by: John French

The Round Up is a celebration of this era. There will be three days of cars, clothes and music. If you can't make it, don't worry. I will be taking lots of pics and sharing them as we enjoy!!

What are you doing this weekend? I would love to hear about your exciting adventures!!

Rain drops keep falling on my head

I find that rain always puts me in a wonderfully mellow kind of mood. The kind of mood that when paired with the sound track of Billie and an evening of cuddling can be unlike any other!

The drizzle also gives me the perfect excuse to wear one of my favorite accessories..... rain boots!! What is your favorite rain day moment? What do you love to wear in stormy weather??

Items I love: boots, pants, shirt, umbrella and head scarf

I also love this article about how to wear your rain boots!!

Love and Lace

Love is in the air and the launch of BHLDN is just in time!! The vintage inspired collection is an exclusive online wedding boutique by Anthropologie. This amazing wedding line has everything from a little girl's dream gown to a perfect pair of pumps to match.

Some of my favorite details. These gloves make my heart pitter patter. xoxoxoxox

A gift for him

Today, on this day of love, I got a little something special for my mister at one of my favorite local places to show him how much I appreciate all that he does for me. Two vintage hankies and a pair of 1950's Swank cuff links to be exact. There were so many to choose from it was hard to find the perfect set at first. I looked through a box of 5o of so and just couldn't decide. Then the lovely owner reached below the counter and offered a selection that possessed the ideal pair.

They are simple yet unique, masculine and beautiful.

I am so pleased to have found a gift I know he will cherish. Now I just can't wait to see them on!