Showing posts with label Inspiration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Inspiration. Show all posts

Saturday, July 28, 2012

Current loves



Neons

Who doesn't love bright colors during summertime? I was so tired of black and gray everywhere, even though I love black and gray- it is just so refreshing to see pops of color again! I am especially loving the neon jewelry and handbags. I am in love with the hotpink handbag in the picture below. Don't be afraid to try neons this summer, this is a fun trend.  If you aren't sure about purchasing a pair of neon pumps or a bright dress why not a cute neon clutch or handbag? Or, for a fun DIY project, you could purchase a neon spray paint from Michael's or a Home Depot type store and spray paint some of your own jewelry.










Spikes



I haven't been under a rock or anything, I am aware that the Spike trend has been going strong for a while now. However, over the past 6 months or so I can't seem to get enough of them! I think what I'm drawn to with spikes is they are edgy/punk rockish but they can be mixed beautifully with more feminime pieces, such as crystals.  Not only are they fun with jewelry, but spike studs add a fun element to purses/handbags as well as shoes (think Converse). 



                                 




Here is a great DIY tutorial from the blog B Headed from back in December on how to stud your own Converse http://bheaded.com/2011/12/14/how-to-stud-your-converse-at-home/. Great blog that I recommend checking out!



  To try to get my love for spikes out of my system, I decided to make my own necklace incorporating them. I love the way the spikes look next to the crystal beads.  This necklace looks great with so many different things- from dresses to a tank and jeans.


 

      Take a look around my Etsy store, more things to come soon!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/105311683/sophisticated-edge-featuring-a-25-mm




The Ring manicure

           

This is a fun little trend. I haven't tried it though.



Like every season, there are several new takes on trends to be discussed- but these are just the trends that I am really into right now! 



What are your favorite trends right now? 

Sunday, July 31, 2011

1940's-1950's Classic Vogue Fashion

                            
    I adore the high class fashion that the 1940's and 1950's ushered in. Women always looked so polished and sophisticated . Hats, gloves, long coats,  pearls and full skirts are just a few of the things that
come to mind when I think of this time period.  Below are a few of my favorite vintage fashion pictures, ranging from the 40's to the 50's. Enjoy!



Irving Penn for Vogue 1940s


                                    

                                     






                                            Dior for Vogue, Paris 1940's








Robert Capa, Paris 1950's









                                                         Robert Capa, Paris 1950's

















































                                                      









 














Suzy Parker photo by Henry Clarke








 





                               Classic Vogue swimwear




I don't know about you, but after seeing some of these images, I am definitely in the mood to dress up ;)

Note : Most of these photos are vintage Vogue pictures, the rest are popular Vintage fashion photos