Wishlist: 50's Tulle Prom Dress

I have always wanted a tulle prom dress! Frothy, pretty, girly, decadent pieces; always filled with vintage memories as they were always bought for a special occasion! Mmmm.....

I owned once once (it was given to me by a friend of a friend in a garbage bag full of vintage clothes that were headed for the dump), but it had a 23" waist and I do not have a 23" waist! So I consigned it at Ragpickers while I worked there and sold it to a young girl who wore it to her grade 8 grad. That made me happy!

Anyway, I still want one (that fits me!)! I don't know where I'd wear it. I do have the Christmas party for work to go to in December, but what are the odds I'll find one that a) I can afford b) fits me and c) I absolutely cannot live without before December 5th?
Who knows, miracles do happen!

I would gladly take these two confections any day of the week:

(this one found here on Flickr)

(this one found at Posh Girl Vintage)

*Sigh*

I'll likely end up wearing something out of my closet (which is kindof like a small vintage clothing store anyway! haha!).

Lisa.xo

New and Improved Header

I'm pretty proud of my new header.

I know it's not as fancy as some other bloggers headers out there, but I'm pretty computer illiterate and I managed to make it look nice all by myself!!

Also, I wanted to share that those are not just random images posted up there. Those are all close up photos of the prints on some of my vintage dresses!

My hope is to make more headers like this one and rotate them.

I'll leave this one up for a while of course because I'm so proud and it's so pretty! Enjoy!

Lisa. xo

Inspiration: Some Girls Wander by Mistake

I can only hope that you are familiar with Emily Martin and her wonderful (and whimsical!) Etsy shop The Black Apple.
Well if you aren't, I insist you follow the link above and head over there right now (or after you read my post! haha!). You would have to be a cold hearted monster not to be instantly smitten with her amazing art. I was immediatly taken with it (although I am personally a fan of whimsical oddites!).

But I digress...this is after all a fashion blog.

Emily also has her own fashion blog: Some Girls Wander by Mistake.

I am continually inspired by Emily's outfits! I love the way she layers and mixes fabrics! I always wait eagerly for a new post. I could go on, but I'll let a few of my favorites speak for themselves:

(all photos borrowed from Some Girls Wander by Mistake)

Sorry I posted so many! I honestly had a hard time choosing! Go check her out! She's so cute and lovely!

Also go check out Emily's other blog (Inside a Black Apple).

Lisa. xo

Outfits: Madonna Wannabe?

This is a really popular silhouette right now. That short full skirt with a cinched belt and any sort of cropped or tucked in top (maybe even a blazer or a jacket on top?) Designers, fashion bloggers, store windows: it's everywhere.
It's no wonder really, It's pretty classic when you get right down to it.
When I wear this I always feel like it's my 2009 does 1980's, does 1950's outfit. Haha!
Actually with the bow in my hair I kinda felt like a very paired down Madonna circa 1980.
No matter what, I love this skirt and will wear it to death!

Hair Bow: Satin sash from a long forgotten dress

Necklace: Vintage (was Grandma's)

T-Shirt: Urban Planet

Belt: Laura

Skirt: Vintage (Oscar de la Renta!)

Tights: Good ol' Faithful Indestructables!

Shoes: Spring

Lisa. xo

Channeling Clara

My new haircut (a very cute bob with bangs) has got me image searching flappers and Clara Bow. The 20's isn't an era I usually emulate in my clothing (not having the right body type. I'm much too curvy), but it is one I enjoy for its frivolity and decandance.

Last night The Boy and I met some friends for dinner at Don Pedros (which in my opinion has the best mexican food in Winnipeg), so I did my hair.

It's a little Clara Bow-esque don't you think? I like it.

Lisa. xo

Wishlist: Vintage Dressing Gown

Currently on my very long, every expanding wishlist is a vintage silk dressing gown.

Now, I'm a picky girl and refuse to settle for anything less than the perfect one. And it is times like these that I find internet shopping both a curse and a blessing. (At this time I should point something out: I have only ever bought one thing on the net. My 1970 Hollywood Shwinn Bike. And The Boy was a full partner in the transaction.) So when I say "internet shopping" what I really mean is "browsing and lusting".

But I digress...This is exactly what I want: a 1930's chinese silk kimono-style dressing gown (and it's reversable!)

Of course it's WAY out of my price range for a piece of clothing no one but The Boy will see me in around the house, but if you are independantly wealthy and would like to purchase this beautiful garment it's for sale at Shop Curious. (Or if someone would like to buy me a Christmas present they know I will love and adore forever I'd be just fine with that too!!)

I might also settle for this lovely 1920's robe from Posh Girl Vintage, but it's sold. *tear* Here's a pictureof it for us all to enjoy anyway:

Lisa. xo

Oufits: Polka Dots and Puppies

I had the day off work today. I wore this out while running errands. I love this outfit! Mostly I love the coat. It was a find at Value Village. If I had been smart while I was taking these photos I would have flashed you the bright purple satin lining. Next time...

This polka dot t-shirt is also one of my favorites! I am totally smitten with polka dots right now and it seems like everything I buy has some on it! It may be one of my favorite retro patterns! So 50's! (Although I seem to be channeling some sort of 60's beatnik in this outfit...oh well! Still vintage! haha! I blame the hair.)

By the way...that cute little fuzzy creature beside me is our boxer puppy Dave (he's 15 weeks old this weekend!).

Beret: Laura

Necklace: (sorry you can't see it! It's crystals!) Vintage

Polka Dot T-Shirt: Ricki's

Jeans: Ricki's

Red Corduroy Pea-Coat:: Thrifted (Value Village)

Boots: Le Chateau

Bag: Aldo

Outfits: Pink, Pearls and Plaid

This is what I wore to work yesterday. A perfect fall outfit I think!

Beret: Laura

Various "Pearl" Necklaces: Thrifted

Grey T-Shirt: Urban Planet

Plaid Blazer: Urban Planet

Ruffle Back Skirt: Ricki's

Plaid Tights: Ricki's

Shoes: Bleka (The Bay)

P.S. Apparently I can't stand in my hallway without propping myself up!!

Have a great weekend!!

Lisa. xo

Inspiration: The Sartorialist

I'm not going to lie, it's not often that The Sartorialist sparks those fashion lightbulb moments for me. I do enjoy and admire his eye for clean fashion that stands the test of time, but my personal taste is...how should I put it? Well, I tend to think "more is more"! Haha!

Anyway, with this in mind, I was surprised to see two looks in the same week that made excited and tingly!


I love everything this girl has going on!! Of course it's all about the fox fur stole. I would imagine without it she would be wearing a pretty dull run-of-the-mill dress. I want a fox fur stole!!!
I love the luxury of the stole and heels in combination with the fact that she's riding her very cute, pedestrian, vintage bike. I love that the dress seems summery and light, but has been paired with tights and black accessories to bring it into fall.
This entire outfit screams Lisa! I would take it exactly as it is and put it on my body!
(I am now on the hunt for a stole with a face, I'm sorry if this grosses you out.)

This is casual Lisa. Jeans with feminine touches. The red lip, the slightly messy, but waved vintage-esque hair. The pearls. The cute lamb sweater.

Love it!

I on the other hand would have been wearing a great vintage bag.

(All photos belong to The Sartorialist. They have been borrowed without permisson!)

Outifts: The First!

This is what I wore to work today. Working at the head office for a major clothing retailer allows me to flex my fashion muscles everyday without looking outlandish at work.

I originally had a different, smaller, lighter sweater on today, but it was too cold in the office for it. This one was at my desk, so I threw it on instead and put the belt that came with my skirt on top. I liked the outcome very much!

Feather-flower Headband: Le Chateau

Pink/Black Blouse: Laura

Rhinestone Necklace: Vintage (was my grandmother's)

Cardigan: Ricki's

Skirt (is high waisted, but you can't see it) and Belt: Le Chateau

Tights: ?? (I bought them a few years ago and they're indestructable)

Shoes: The Bay

For those of you who know me, you'll notice I'm sporting bangs! I got my hair cut last week. I'm sure there will be a photo to come. Not to worry.

Lisa.xo