Saturday, June 20, 2015

Springtime outfit round-up

Since tomorrow marks the first official day of summer, it's time for another seasonal outfit round-up! I enjoy looking back at my outfits from the past season and picking my favorites to highlight here. There were a bunch of outfits that I'd totally forgotten about (and I'd also managed to block out the fact that the wintery weather lasted into April this year)! Here are the ones that stood out this spring:

March
outfit round-up

In March, I ventured beyond my own (freezing cold and snowy) backyard for certain posts – and was joined by my sweet and stylish friend, Henry! I think my favorite post was my 50's diner post, wherein Henry and I visited the Strong National Museum of Play, and I wore one of my favorite Bernie Dexter dresses and brand new Erstwilder brooch.

April
retro fashion blogger

There was still snow on the ground throughout much of April, but not even that could dampen my spirits when I found out I'd be a part of the Unique Vintage Style Society! My term with the Style Society will be up at the end of June, and I've so enjoyed the time I've spent working with this company. My favorite post from April was probably my first Style Society post, featuring the dreamiest, mintiest dress in all of creation.

May
vintage fashion blogger

Thankfully, the weather finally started to warm up in May! May also features some of my favorite outfits in this whole post, which made it very hard to choose my favorite, but I think I'd have to pick my cherry blossom post in Highland Park. My best friend and I visited at precisely the right time, so all of the flowering trees were beautifully in bloom, and I thought my outfit was the epitome of spring.

Spring never lasts nearly as long as I'd like, so I enjoyed looking back through my outfit posts! Which outfit was your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

Friday, June 19, 2015

Friday Favorites #98

Good morning! I don't know about you, but I'm pretty glad it's Friday. Here are some things I've found this week that'll hopefully give you a nice start into the weekend! 

I already adored Olympia Le-Tan, but this collaboration with Disney takes the cake! I'll never be able to afford any of them, but they're wonderful to look at.

olympia le tan disney

1   ||   2   ||   3   ||   4   ||   5   ||   6   ||   7

This Olympia Le-Tan Sleeping Beauty bag is gorgeous too:
olympia le tan

More silly novelty bags!
yazbukey

a   ||   b   ||   c   ||   d   ||   e
f   ||   g   ||   h   ||   i 

Here's another one I love (and could actually afford):
bubble gum clutch
I guess I must really like v-neck dresses, since these pretty pastel beauties are all on my radar.
pastel dress modcloth
a   ||   b   ||   c   ||   d

Calling all mermaids! I'm especially obsessed with the Shell Phone (get it?) case by Valfré!
mermaid

a   //   b   //   c

This scalloped dress is so sweet:
scalloped dress

I also really like these pretty patterned dresses!
novelty print
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Cute & punny pajamas forever!
cute pjs
a   //   b   //   c

I don't wear a lot of t-shirts, but I might need this one:
modcloth t-shirt

And finally, I'm really proud of my blogging besties, Katie & Amanda. The collection that Pinup Girl Clothing designed with them in mind will soon be hitting the site, and the photos featuring the two of them (and our other bestie, Ashley) started appearing on the site this week! I like that this collection is a bit more work-appropriate, and I can't wait to get my hands on these dresses! You can see the whole Junebugs & Georgia Peaches collection (and sign up for arrival notifications!) here.

pinup girl clothing

Oh, and I also want to mention that Katie, Amanda, Ashley and I will be posting a bunch of our clothing for sale over at @junebugscloset tonight on Instagram! The sale starts at 7pm eastern / 6pm central / 4pm pacific, and we'll have lots of brands (and bargains) you'll love! <3 

Have a great Friday!

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Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Poppies + Popovers

bernie dexter poppy dress

There are quite a few dresses that have gotten away from me – so-called "unicorns" that I missed out on when they were readily available and now spend a fair amount of free time trying to track down. This Bernie Dexter beauty was one of those dresses, until I spotted it in a swap & sell Facebook group and managed to get my hands on it. It was only sold at ModCloth (though this print is still available in three other styles on Bernie's website), so it was a stroke of luck that someone happened to be selling it in my size. 

cherries
modcloth wizard of awesome
hurd orchards

Another such stroke of luck was stumbling upon Hurd Orchards, where these photos were taken. Hurd Orchards is a family-owned fruit and flower farm in Holley, NY that's been in existence for decades. They have pick-your-own fruit, fields of beautiful flowers, a shop full of preserves, jams and other delights, and themed luncheons (based on what flowers and fruit are in season). My mom and I decided to make reservations for the Poppies & Popovers Luncheon without knowing exactly what was in store, but eager for a bit of an adventure. We had a beautiful afternoon, and a delicious lunch! We learned a lot about poppies and ate some poppyseed-filled treats, and then explored the grounds a bit before heading home. They're currently offering pick-your-own strawberries, but I'm planning on going back for pick-your-own cherries; not only have I never done that, but I have the perfect cherry outfit in my closet for the occasion! If you're ever in the area, I highly recommend taking the time to go (even just to take a peek in their gorgeous gift shop).

orchard holley ny
mason jar drink
pink poppy
poppyseed bread
red poppies
poppy luncheon

The poppies were essentially on their last legs, so unfortunately, my idea of being able to take photos in a poppy field went unrealized. But I was pretty content to be able to look at them (and eat part of them!) in such a lovely atmosphere. I've come to the conclusion that it's really important to make the time for things like this that bring joy, especially during the work week. Sometimes it's not possible to drive an hour to a luncheon during the middle of the day on a Friday... but when it is, it's all the more enjoyable. It's definitely one of the perks of working from home! :)

poppy dress
Outfit Details
Bernie Dexter dress: Facebook swap group
Belt: from another dress
Shoes: similar

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Monday, June 15, 2015

ice cream daydream

ice cream dress

Is there anything better than ice cream? I have an overly-developed sweet tooth by nature, so I'm generally a fan of desserts, but there is something pretty wonderful about ice cream on a hot summer day. It's only fitting that I have a dress that proclaims my love for ice cream... and now, thanks to Just Daydreaming, I have an ice cream necklace to match! Just Daydreaming is an adorable UK-based online boutique that specializes in whimsical, carefully-curated creations. They carry everything from unique stationary to quirky jewelry to housewares and knick-knacks, and they were kind enough to send me a surprise package with a bunch of fun gifties (which included this necklace).

ice cream dress modcloth
ice cream necklace
food dress
ice cream jewelry
telephone purse

Even though it's totally impractical, I love this pink telephone purse! I bought it from Lizzy at Shop Bananas (who you might know as @theconoisseurofcute on Instagram), and it usually just ends up on display most of the time – but I couldn't resist! It looks like her shop is closed for the time-being, but I hope she'll reopen soon so that you can check out all of the adorable things she has for sale. For now, follow her Instagram or official site for updates!

ice cream print
flavor fave dress
just daydreaming
nila anthony telephone bag

Outfit Details
Ice cream dress: ModCloth
Necklace: c/o Just Daydreaming
Telephone purse: Shop Bananas
White flats: similar

just daydreaming shop

The items pictured above are what came in my generous c/o package from Just Daydreaming. Although not all of the items fit my particular style, I love that they have so much variety (I could browse their pages for hours!), and they're a fantastic place to look for artsy gifts, for stocking stuffers, for kids, and any number of other occasions. I'm very passionate about supporting artists and small businesses, so Just Daydreaming is a great one-stop-shop option to be able to do that – plus, the prices of their items are very reasonable, and everything arrives beautifully packaged. If you're interested in snagging these items for yourself, here are the direct links for each piece:


modcloth dress

Have a great Monday!

Friday, June 12, 2015

Friday Favorites #97

Happy Friday! In all honesty, I'm exhausted (I stayed up late re-watching the second season of Orange is the New Black in anticipation of the third season release), so this week's Friday Favorites is going to be pretty short. So here are just a few things I've found and loved this week...

If you follow Amy Rose on Instagram (and you should), you know she makes incredibly endearing prints and portraits... but you may not know that she also makes adorable brooches! I can't get over how cute these little beauty brooches are!

amy rose studios

This skirt is the sweetest!
eshakti balloon skirt

I may be in full-on summer mode, but these pieces from Moschino's fall collection are pretty great.
moschino

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Novelty purse time!
book clutch   ||   whale bag   ||   baseball cross-body   

I love these shoes! They're like ric-rac for your feet!
melissa shoes
This hoedown romper is so perfectly kitschy, I can't stand it.
tatyana bettie page romper

And finally,  31 accessories every '90s girl will recognize. V. important reading.

body splash

Have a great Friday!

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Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Peach + polka dots


I live for the interesting details (both in life and in fashion). In fact, they're often what sells me on a particular garment. If an otherwise ordinary dress boasts some quirky buttons or a scalloped hem or neckline, it will usually end up in my shopping cart. And when an already adorable dress like this one from Voodoo Vixen also has an amazing collar, I'm powerless to resist!


One thing I love about Voodoo Vixen is that they have a ton of variety when it comes to their pieces; they make everything from nautical wiggle dresses to novelty print swing dresses (plus matching cardigans and separates!). I think the fact that they design all of their fabrics in-house is really special, and it's a big reason why I like supporting vintage-inspired & pinup-style brands. And though I wear straight sizes (I fall between a medium and large, depending on the style), I appreciate the fact that they have a pretty great plus-size range as well. They've also just lowered their shipping rates, which is good news for those of us based in the U.S., as shipping now comes out to just under $13 USD (though you lucky ducks in the UK receive free shipping).


This particular dress was more accommodating than some other Voodoo Vixen dress I have, and in retrospect, I should have sized down. The fabric has some stretch to it, and I found the waist to be a bit large on me (hence the wide belt). This dress does come with a white fabric belt, but I found it to be too flimsy for my personal taste. The color of this dress is less saturated than it appears on their website (a common issue when shopping anywhere online), and though I wish it were a little darker for the benefit of my particular skin tone, it certainly doesn't take away from the design. One thing I will say is that I found it nearly impossible to wear any kind of petticoat underneath this dress; the fabric they used doesn't lend itself well to a crinoline, and the skirt was slightly too short to wear even my pettiskirt. I did wear a regular slip underneath this dress, but if you like volume in your skirts, I'd go for one of their longer-length dresses, like the Katniss or the Martina (the latter of which I own and can vouch for the fact that it looks great with a full petticoat). That being said, I think it makes for a really cute + casual summer option, since who really wants to deal with a thick petticoat when it's hot and humid anyway?

Outfit Details
Kris Dress: c/o Voodoo Vixen
Boater hat: similar
Flats: similar
Belt: similar

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

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