Category Archives: Vintage

Giving Good Face

Posted on June 15, 2010 by

That sounds dirty. But Madonna said it first, so I’m cool. I’m more sure about my makeup than my hair, but I’m staying in the 1940s feeling. So this is pretty much perfect. Strong lips, gently curved brows, light eyes … Continue reading →

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1940s Hair

Posted on June 14, 2010 by

I need vintage hair to go with my fabulous dress. My dress is just asking for vintage trusses. And I plan to deliver. My main inspiration is very 1940s, but a relaxed wartime style. I look absolutely fabulous in Victory … Continue reading →

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Putting Together a Brooch Bouquet, the Styro-ball Method

Posted on May 25, 2010 by

This is Part 4 of a who knows how many parts series on the sweet darlings that are brooch bouquets. Read Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 of Putting Together a Brooch Bouquet here. The good news is that … Continue reading →

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Boudoir Inspiration (NSFW!)

Posted on April 30, 2010 by

I’ve decided to pose for a boudoir shoot before our wedding. That’s right. Boudoir. For His Eyes Only. Naughty Pictures we’ll have to hide under our bed when our parents come to visit. I can’t wait. I’ve been scouring the … Continue reading →

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Short Hair Inspiration

Posted on March 14, 2010 by

So in my last post, I was getting a little nervous about being a short- or medium-length hair bride. As much as I love the look of a long cascade of gentle curls, I think I’ve reconciled that my hair … Continue reading →

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The Booq… The Bouq… The Flowers

Posted on December 28, 2009 by

I’m not what you’d call a huge flower girl. Sure, I love when Dustin sends me the occasional bouquet, but I don’t plant flowers in the spring, and I don’t even have a favorite bud. Combine this with the price … Continue reading →

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The Birdcage

Posted on March 22, 2009 by

I’m still smitten, even though I’m not entirely sure it looks right. I definitely need to do something different with my hair, though. (Come to think of it, I’ve had the same haircut of varying lengths since 7th grade.) This … Continue reading →

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First Wedding Item!

Posted on February 5, 2009 by

So I’m the proud owner of the first item for our wedding. Never mind that I haven’t held it, or seen it in public, or tried it on, it’s the first thing we’ve got for our wedding. My mom found … Continue reading →

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Found My PERFECT Dress

Posted on December 26, 2008 by

Too bad it’s only available in a 1941 or 1942 Sears Roebuck Catalog. It cost $6.98. (My apologies for poor quality here.) It’s perfect, isn’t it? The simple pleated skirt, wonderfully flattering blouse, the elegant sleeves, and my goodness, the … Continue reading →

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