Twice Blessed

What a 40th birthday treat! While out antiquing on the momentous occasion, I happened to find a rare 1930s crocheted dress + matching slip. I had assumed it was shop-bound, until I discovered it was my size! Swoon! Two years ago, I found a deadstock 1930s gown, so I guess I've been twice blessed by the vintage birthday fairy!

Baronial Posturings and a Bird Hat

I'm not a REAL Baroness, but sometimes it's fun to play one on my blog!  To quote Dorothy Parker, "I've never been rich, but think I'd be darling at it!" Haha! Seriously, I am content being my non-baronial self, but I do love smart 1930s manor house fashions a la Gosford Park (and its predecessor, La Regle du Jeu).  

Outfit:

1930s Jacket:  Garb-Oh Vintage

1930s style skirt: custom made by Wearing History

1930 style blouse: custom made by Nudeedudee

1930s/40s brown shoes: etsy

1930s feathered hat: my shop

Statue-esque Beauty

In the spirit of "making hay while the sun shines," the beautiful Chantel and I squeezed in a quick shop mini-shoot, which I've entitled "Statue-esque Beauty."  All the items are forthcoming to the shop!! I was sort of pleased with the way the images captured the beauty of the river valley and blue skies of my home-town!

1930s Lavender Satin & Lace Night-gown or Slip (forthcoming)

1940s/50s Faux Fur Black Capelet (forthcoming)

1930s Lavender Satin & Lace Night-gown or Slip (forthcoming)

1930s/40s Sequined Illusion Bodice Rayon Gown (forthcoming)

Whatsoever Things are True

Perhaps because I spent 10 years of my adult life in university, around this time of year, I still get excited about the idea of back-to-school. Really, it's the preppy fall collegiate fashions that thrill me...and I will always be particularly smitten with vintage college fashions.  With all this in mind, my wonderful model, Charly, helped me create a bit of a mini-Look Book, containing items from my shop (or forthcoming to the shop).  These ensembles, which I styled and photographed, were inspired by vintage co-eds of the 40s, and shot at my own alma mater, the University of Alberta.  The title of the shoot (and this post) are derived from the U of A's motto, which, in Latin, is Quecumque Vera, "Whatsoever Things are True."  

1940s College Beanie Hat (forthcoming)

1950s Charcoal & Mustard Jumper Skirt

1930s Yellow Marble Bakelite Bangle

1940s Black Rayon & Cream Soutache Dress

Vintage Red Felt Beret

1940s Black Gabardine Two-Piece Skirt Suit (coming)

1930s Brown Fur Felt Cap

1930s Brown Crepe Rayon Dress

1940s WAVES Navy Uniform Jacket (forthcoming)

1940s/50s Yellow Leather & Metal Cincher Belt

1940s Plaid Taffeta Skirt (forthcoming)

Vintage Red Felt Beret

Vintage Red Felt Beret

1940s Black Gabardine Skirt Suit (forthcoming)

 *1930s inspired Cream Blouse, custom made by Nudeedudee
*Yellow Shoes: Re-mix Vintage Shoes