It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's...the Flying Flapper

When I saw a particular 1920s costume in a blog post Vixen Vintage did last year related to vintage Hallowe'en, I squirreled the images away with vague plans to devise one of the costumes *this* year.  When I scored what appears to be a 20s inspired costume dress on ebay this spring, my plan became clearer: I would go as "the Spirit of St. Louis" (or some version thereof).  I made my "propeller" out of a bent wire coat hanger wrapped in tinfoil!  Voila!

Golden Boughs

My autumn outfits have been inspired by the colours the trees are wearing. Today, I opted for harvest gold, in the form of an 80s sweater that, to me, had a slightly 30s feel to it. Skirt is 30s repro. by nudeedudee. 30s shoes from Etsy.

W. E.

Hullo, dear bloggers! I want to thank you all for your kind words of support as I start a new chapter in my life.  Without going into detail, just know that your comments have been greatly appreciated.  Now then, I'm so looking forward to seeing W. E., especially after having seen the Vanity Fair costume shoot and this trailer.

Sorry so scarce, bloggers...lots of personal changes going on over here at the homefront.  Not sure when I'll be back to blogging more regularly, so I leave you with this musical interlude until then.  Much love xoxo

D'ora Encore

More marvellousness created by Madame D'ora (most by way of French magazine, L'Officiel)

Breathless

Madame D'ora's photographs leave me breathless!!

Fabulous Flapper Footwear, Part Two!

More from the Bata Shoe Museum, starting with some shoes from the permanent collection, followed by more images of the flapper footwear exhibits.

1910s

1920s

1930s

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More flapper footwear

Fabulous Flapper Footwear!

Yesterday, I had an amazing time with my new friend, Mugsy; we met at the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto to take in the "Roaring 20s" shoe exhibit and BOY was it worth the visit, though it was soo cold and rainy out, I had to opt for a 30s knit sweater and longer 30s style nudeedudee skirt (with Re-mix shoes), instead of a lovely 20s ensemble.  Anyway, have a peek at what we saw!! Which pair is your favourite? Can you guess which ones I wanted to take home?

Brooding Beauty

Don't worry, dames! I've got lots coming to the shop for you, too.  One of my favourites is this 1920s crepe-backed satin dress. I love its fluttery lace capelet detailing! It never fails: this time of year I really gravitate towards moodier, broodier 20s fashion.

Changes!

So, lately I've been working on expanding my etsy shop by branching into vintage menswear.  This may mean blog posts devoted to men's vintage now and then.  Today, I've been researching men's straw boater hats, as I have just acquired a lovely specimen for the Attic, so I thought I'd share some dapper chaps donning said dashing headgear.  What do you think: who wore it best?

Harold Lloyd

The Dapper Knapp Chap

Fred Astaire