Do you have a style of dress that no matter what, you just keep on coming back to? As I've moved through my 20s and reached 30, my obsession with blouses and 'shirt' style dresses has definitely reached its peak. So naturally, when one of my favorite 1940s enabling stores got in this stunning wine… Continue reading Hostess Magic with Pretty Retro from Aussie Stockist Call me Valerie
Category: 1940s fashion
Autumn magic with Elise Boutique
It's hard to believe its June! The weather is starting to give its characteristic cold snaps here in Sydney Australia and winter has truly begun to push its way in and makes its presence felt. On the rare occasion, I do leave the house, I'm definitely favoring dresses with a 1940s flare and I must… Continue reading Autumn magic with Elise Boutique
Hello Summer in the Jenna Turquoise Floral Dress from Elise Boutique
While I've never much been a fan of summer weather, I've always adored summer prints and clothing styles. There's just something so dreamy about a floral print, lighter colours and flowy cuts. I'm someone whose wardrobe is definitely either freezing cold winter styled or summer/spring looks and I'm always on the hunt for gorgeous summer… Continue reading Hello Summer in the Jenna Turquoise Floral Dress from Elise Boutique
2018 reflections in Vivien of Holloway
Wearing the Lana Dress in Pink Hibiscus Print So 2019 is well and truly here and to be honest, I'm still in a bit of a spin. 2018 was such a massive year for me in so many ways and some days I kind of can't believe how much… Continue reading 2018 reflections in Vivien of Holloway
Rocking Resort Wear with Karina Dresses
Wearing the Margaret Dress in Rio Print So summer time is HELLA hot here in Sydney Australia and I pretty much live in light dresses for 3 months of the year. One of the brands I reach for a LOT is Karina dresses. These comfortable frocks are a busy and/or lazy pinups dream for their… Continue reading Rocking Resort Wear with Karina Dresses
Celebrating Spring with Vivien of Holloway
Happy November! It's a little crazy to think that the silly season is almost upon us already and for those of us in the Southern Hemisphere, that means the impending scorching summer is almost here too! But its hard to feel nervous about the coming warmer weather when the city of Sydney is sprinkled with… Continue reading Celebrating Spring with Vivien of Holloway
Sustainable Swimwear with Miss Janna Swimwear
Happy Friday darlings! Today 's blog is one that hasn't been done in a while, which is a swimwear review. To be honest nowadays, I tend to shy away from things that show too much of my poor battered body. But one thing I'm super passionate about is body inclusivity, so when the amazing Miss… Continue reading Sustainable Swimwear with Miss Janna Swimwear
Taos Teal with Karina Dresses
Its no secret I adore Karina dresses and in a love of way's they're my go to for comfort and style. I've been wearing this amazing brand for the past 2 or so years and they never cease to amaze me with their new fabric prints and flawless design, that works for gals of all… Continue reading Taos Teal with Karina Dresses
Stepping into the 40s with Royal Vintage Shoes
Its amazing how style can change and evolve as we grow. Now days I've shed my 'modern' pinup which was where I started in retro with my long red hair and super bold prints (definitely an 80s feel to them too) and now dressing a more authentic 40s-50s look. One of the biggest elevators of… Continue reading Stepping into the 40s with Royal Vintage Shoes
Pink Dream with Miss Fortune UK
Winter is finally here down under and that means its time to get back to breaking out my beloved knits and my winter woolies! Thankfully winter in Sydney Australia can get cold but not absolutely freezing, which means I can keep my outfits cute without having to pack on too many layers. One of my… Continue reading Pink Dream with Miss Fortune UK