A few weeks back, our stove burners got ruined. Well…burned. This has sent me on a wild hair to redo our kitchen. I want to add more eclectic/vintage touches. I’ve been rummaging through pinterest for ideas.
Inspiration:
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Trina Turk’s Fall 1 Look Book is themed on “Come Fly With Me”. All the clothing has a vintage 60′s vibe with a little “air” flair! It might be the prettiest thing I’ve seen in a LONG time! This is what I want my fall wardrobe to look like! I intend to save these photos for fall inspiration and maybe a few diys!! Read my notes* to myself below.
photos via Trina Turk
This past week a few new items made their way into our apartment. Wait, what about No Buy July? Don’t worry these were given to me by my parents!
First up, Metal Flower Wine Holder
Truthfully, this had a tall glass vase in the middle of it and was brown. It didn’t go with Mom’s decor so I snapped at the chance to take it. (I had a light bulb moment with it!) I knew I wanted it in the dining room, but didn’t need more flowers or candles. So, I removed the glass and painted it black. Voila! Wine holder! And one of the perfect final touches to our dining room! (I’ve got one more touch to finish and share!)
It now sits in the far corner of our dining room and was just the right thing to replace the platter, which is now on our mantle!
Next Up: Vintage Pair of Giraffes
Aren’t they gorgeous!? Notice the detail in the ears, hoofs, tails, eyes, nose, everywhere! These were a gift from my parents Christmas 2009. Someone in my mom’s family had a pair like these when she was little, and she found these on ebay and gifted them to me! *touched* I kind of have an affinity toward vintage animal pieces. We have about 4 more around our apartment I’ll have to share one day! Back to the giraffes…
If you got these in 2009, why are they just now showing up at your house?
Christmas of 2009 was when we got engaged, promptly moved, got married, then smushed all our stuff together. I asked my mom to keep the giraffes for me until then for safety/care reasons. I was too afraid to break them till I was ready. Every holiday I’ve stared at them waiting for just the right time. 
Which was now! I’ve added them to our mantle and they make quite the statement. While they might not stay there, I’m loving the look right now! Specially with our little plaque there, which actually says “The …… Established 2010″. It’s quite charming and one of my favorite wedding gifts we got.
Those are the newest additions to our decor. I’ll add more as I make or find it!
My hubs has been away this week, so I’ve spent most of my time with my computer. Thus, finding lots of fun things to share!
1)The Best Beauty Commercials ever!
Only one example:
HILARIOUS! I remember quite a few of these and LOVED the 70′s and 80′s spots! I wanna go get a caboodle now….BRB.
To watch all the videos: http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/beauty/the-best-beauty-commercials-ever-video-2491735/
2) My Style Pinboard on Pinterest
Source: sterlingstyle.net via Michelle on Pinterest
Remember how I’m obsessed with Pinterest? Well, my style inspiration board is filled with pictures of vintage ads/vintage styled pictures and vintage inspired outfits.
Take a look: http://pinterest.com/fierceglamour/my-style-pinboard/
3)Hair Guru: How To Get A Retro Side Pin Up
I love retro hair styles! Thus a tutorial!
To see all the steps: http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/beauty/hair-guru-how-to-get-a-retro-side-pin-up-2082778/
What were your favorite links this week?
I think every little girl dreams of the day she gets married starting around the age 3. Its encouraged and though of as cute. This includes visions of big dresses, long trains, flowy veils, and lots and lots of tulle, bridesmaids in colors all matchy. I was no exception. I was into drawing around 12 and designed my own dress back then. It was quite elaborate with rhinestones, low cut backs, and pretty flowy fabric. But what it definitely was NOT was a big puffy tulle dress that would make me look like I belonged on the top of the wedding cake or my bridesmaids look like 80’s prom queens. Well, fast forward 11 or so years, time to plan my wedding! It was a small intimate wedding with family, close friends, and bridal party and of course outstanding fashion!
Bridesmaids:
Bridesmaid dresses are one of the hardest things about wedding planning to me.
Do you want them to match? Will they all look good in the same thing? What color would be best? Could they wear it again?
Being a bridesmaid isn’t just showing up in a pretty dress and walking down an aisle. You have to buy the dress, shoes, jewelry, pampering, gifts, and possibly throw showers. That stuff usually ain’t cheap. 5 years ago, I decided my girls were going to wear black (so they could wear the dress again). I wanted them to find a little black dress that fit them-their personality, their taste, their body, and their comfort level. Also one that wouldn’t break their bank–I left it up to them to chose how much they wanted to spend on their dress and shoes.
I only had 3 requirements for the whole ensemble: 
And I secretly hoped they would all choose different necklines, and they DID! 
Four girls, for different necklines: one shouldered (asymmetric), strapless, scoop neck, and off-the-shoulder (portrait).
They had different shoes and different dresses. 
I gave them each vintage rhinestone earrings to top off the whole ensemble. They all looked the same but individual. They were the best looking bridesmaids I’ve ever seen. (though I might be partial)
Bride’s Dress:
When we went to look for wedding dresses, I tried on about 25 or more. And, as cliché as it is, my dress chose me! This one was one of the last I tried on and it was perfect. I didn’t feel like a wedding cake topper! It wasn’t tulley, it wasn’t a poufy, It was totally me!
It is a SCALA Destination Dress in cream, with beautiful beading on the neckline, bottom, and back. It has a sheer overlay making it appear strapless and a deep sheer back. It had a slight train that was just the perfect length. I found my shoes at David’s Bridal Online Boutique. They were a 4 in heel in cream with a bow and rhinestone clasp in the center. My earrings were vintage leaf earrings and my bracelet was borrowed from my mom that looked vintage. I felt like I stepped out of the 1920’s!
The bridesmaids black dresses and my cream jeweled dress tied together the “traditional with vintage touches” wedding. It couldn’t have been more special. Thanks for letting me share!
And that’s the whole fashion and beauty recap of my spring wedding! All images are from Treasured Moments Portraits ( Pittsburg , TX )
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