Red and Yellow are so cute together!

I have been meaning to share this new dress with you all for a while now. A few posts back, I asked if any of you had a pattern for a vintage pinafore dress and I was super happy when I found this dress on eBay. That is, until I received it in the mail. I bought it knowing that is wasn't in the best shape, but I was a little disappointed to find more holes than noted in the listing. But, to be fair to the seller, they did say it wasn't in good shape. I just thought that it couldn't be as bad as they said it was, but it was. I decided to give the dress a go with a yellow slip on underneath and that did do a lot to disguise the holes. Plus, I was only going to a flea market and people don't normally dress up as much as what I was wearing, at least around here they don't. Anyways, I plan on taking this dress apart and using it for a pattern to make another one, although I do hate to do it. The print is so cute! Maybe I will put it back together when I am done. :)

Emily

Dress and Earrings: eBay

Sweater: Target

Shoes: A gift from Rosie

Sunglasses: JC Penny Optical

Royalty...... Well Kind Of ;)

I am a queen....of vintage that is!!! ;) I am so excited to be featured as Queen number 76 over at Queens of Vintage, who have featured some other very lovely ladies who have some impeccable vintage style. Please do take a look and while you're there do, check out some of the other fabulous queens!

Thanks Queens of Vintage!!

Emily

Deal of the Day

So I guess I have created a new little series, "Deal of the Day." I feel like another blogger out there has a series like this going, but I can't think of who it is. If it's you, make sure to leave a comment so I can give you proper credit!

Today I went to my favorite weekly flea/farmer's market. I wasn't really looking to buy anything, I just like to go and look around. Such a nice way to start your morning! At the first booth I visited, this beauty was laying on the $5 table. I really was shocked and for sure thought the vendor would say it was a mistake. NOPE!!!! This little alligator bag is in pretty good condition; the handle is pretty much perfect, but the sides need a little oiling. But still, for $5, who could pass up a real alligator bag?? Later this week it will promptly be dropped off at my local leather repair shop, where it will get a beauty treatment and then be ready for use. :)

Emily

P.S. I have reacher 125 followers and am now working on getting a giveaway put together for all my lovely readers! Thanks for reading!!!

Film Fashion Friday: The Thin Man Series

The Thin Man (1934)

After the Thin Man (1936)

Another Thin Man (1939)

Shadow of the Thin Man (1941)

The Thin Man Goes Home (1945)

Song of the Thin Man (1947)

Hi All!! Welcome back to Film Fashion Friday! My selection for this week is not one film, but six: The Thin Man Series. I recently acquired the box set and finally got to enjoy watching all films in the correct order. I had only seen four out of the six, so it was a real treat to be able to sit down and watch all six! I know a lot of bloggers have made note of the striped gown Myrna Loy wears in the first film, and while that gown is a gem, I feel that this series stands out as a whole for its keen sense of style through the character of Nora. What I love about Nora is that even know she comes from a wealthy family, she isn't afraid to get dirty and solve mysteries with her husband, Nick. I also love all the wonderful head-wear Nora sports throughout the entire span of the six films. And, I also love how all of her outfits -- from sleepwear to daywear -- are complete. Now Nora is a gal who knows how to accessorize well without over doing it.

The first three films featured Dolly Tree as the costume director/designer. Dolly Tree is one of my absolute favorite old Hollywood costumers. If you haven't ever seen any of her work, watch the first thee Thin Man films and you will know why I love her so! :)

The forth film's costumes (gowns) were done by Robert Kalloch. Kalloch had his hand in many of the great films from the classical period, including Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, His Girl Friday, and Twentieth Century. Kalloch really knew how to make lovely gowns that would flatter his leading lady.

The last two films feature the work of Irene, who I seem to always feature. I guess she is up there with Dolly Tree when it comes to my tastes in old Hollywood fashion.

I highly recommend this week's selections not only for the spectacular eye candy, but also because the films themselves are actually really well put together too. Some are better than others, but they all feature the same gimmicks that the first set up. It's fun to watch for them!

All six films are on DVD and available through Netflix.

More film fashion inspiration coming up next week! As always, requests are always welcomed!

Emily

Deal of the Day

Today I went to this garage sale that advertised tons of vintage clothing items. I didn't know what to expect, but I figured it was better to check it out and not come back with anything than to have not gone at all. There wound up only being a few dresses with major pit stains and some nightgowns from the 60s. I did find a box of nylons, seamed with a Cuban heel and a slip with a built in bra. But, the major "deal of the day" was this picnic basket purse which I bought for only $2. The lady holding the sale said it was her mothers and her father had it made for her mother in the late 50s. It looks as though it was never used. The inside is lined with a suede-like material and smells a bit like leather, so it might be real suede. Regardless, I am loving my new-to-me vintage bag!

What was your deal of the day?

Emily

Finally!!! A Vintage Event in Michigan!!!!!!!!!!

ATTENTION ALL MICHIGAN VINTAGE ENTHUSIASTS: There is FINALLY an event here that looks like it is going to be a blast and is all vintage themed!

The Motor Muster will be held Saturday June 19th and Sunday June 20th at Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan. The main draw for the event will be the car show featuring cars from the 1930s to the 1970s. However, on Saturday, there will be a USO Dance at 7 p.m. And both days will feature a tribute to Cole Porter's music. The event costs $22.

I am seriously ecstatic, to say the very least. I will definitely be there on Saturday (I wouldn't miss that USO Dance for anything!) and might be going on Sunday in the morning as well. If any of my readers are going, let me know so we can meet up and take pictures!!

I can't wait!! The outfit and hair-do planning starts now! All ideas welcome!

Check back for a recap and pictures from the event!

Emily

Half Moon Manicure and Product Review

I decided a little while ago that when it came time for me to re-polish my nails, I was going to try something new and a little more vintage. I always have my nails painted, it's very rare that you will see me without polish on. I really feel it is my best accessory. Plus, after years of acrylic nails in high school, it helps keep my nails strong and less prone to breakage. After much thought, I chose to go with a half moon manicure that many ladies sported in the 30s and 40s. I opted not to shape my nails in an almond or oval shape because I don't find it that flattering on my hands and I also chose not to do a white tip.

It was really simple to do, surprisingly. Especially since I haven't ever had much luck with trying to do a French manicure at home. I used the French manicure tips at the base of my nail and did pretty much the same thing Super Kawaii Mama does in her youtube video, which you will find below.

I'd like to point out that I have seen some girls use these Avery reinforcement labels instead of the manicure tips. I think this is a great idea and a much cheaper device to achieve the same look. I know what I will be buying once my tips run out!

I also want to share one of my secrets for keeping nails strong and helping your polish last for more than just a few days. As I mentioned above, I used to have acrylic nails and had then on for about seven years. Two years ago, I decided enough was enough and I went back to a more natural look. It has really taken all two years to get my nails back to a somewhat normal state. Note to self: sometimes our mothers are right! Anyways, I had been having a really hard time keeping the polish adhered to my nails. After only a day or two of painting, the polish would peel right off. I knew I needed a better base coat and after several trials and errors, I believe I have found one of the best ones on the market and one that is actually affordable. ULTA's Silk Wrap Base Coat is seriously AMAZING!!! It's under $7 and definitely does what it says it will do. I can go about a week without having to redo my nails, which is considerably longer than just a day or two. So ladies if you are having the same problem as I was, take note, and go get your self a bottle of this magic potion!

Emily

A Summertime Swirl

This past weekend, I helped a friend hold an estate sale since she will be moving out of state in a few weeks and needed to clear out almost all of her furniture. It was a lot of hard work, but we managed to still have some great fun while we were at it. For a while now, I have been toying with the idea of opening up my own estate sale company and this past weekend gave me a real taste for what it would be like. I'm still not sure if it's something I want to jump into, but it was nice to at least have a "trial run."

I wore this dress on the first day of the sale. I wanted something with pockets, so I could have all things on my person if need be. This dress was on eBay a total of one hour before I decided to just do the buy it now. I really loved the color and knew it just had to come to my home. It's a Swirl! I am seriously addicted!! In the words of Kesha, Swirls are my drug! lol!

Hope you all had lovely weekends!!

Emily

Swirl Dress: eBay

Re-Mix Shoes: Amazon

Flowers: Made by Me

Butterfly Blues

It's still pretty hot here, but not as muggy, so that is a plus. This weather still isn't curl conducive; can't wait until I can wear curls again without them falling flat within the hour.

This is one of my favorite vintage dresses and I have no clue how it hasn't been shown on my blog yet. I lived in this dress last summer. If I had to pick, it would probably be my most favorite 40s house dresses I own. Aren't the off set buttons just darling?

I have been wearing my tennis shoes a lot lately. A much more comfortable approach than my Re-Mix shoes. Plus, I think it gives the vintage dress a slightly more edgy look. What do you think? Do tell!! ;)

Emily

Dress: Lost and Found Vintage

Belt: Off another dress

Shoes: Payless

Floral Prints are the Best!

I can't believe it's June already!! Time sure does fly.

I want to thank everyone for their support on the last post and for wishing me luck with my interview for the graduate assistant position. I have great news to report: I GOT IT!!!! I am so excited to be able to be working in the Cinema Department at Oakland University!!!! Ahhhh!!! Can't Wait!!!! :)

Anyways, for the past few days, Metro Detroit has been experiencing some major humidity, hence the curl-less hair-do's. I have be relying on little clips and side combs to make my hair somewhat presentable. I just adore this little barrette. I found it at an estate sale and it was the only thing in the whole house that I liked. The ladies were going to just give it to me, but I didn't feel right not paying for it, so they said I could have it for a quarter! It's just the perfect size to hold a side part.

Oh, and isn't this dress made from the best print? I am really loving florals lately and my closet is really filling up with them - it's beginning to look like a crazy garden in there!!

Emily

Country Club Frocks (Knock-Off Swirl): Madame Sassypants Etsy

Shoes: Payless

Barrette: Estate Sale