Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts

Saturday, April 13, 2013

My Etsy Picks: Beach Essentials

Obviously, still couldn't get the beach vibe off my head.  My Etsy Picks this week?  Beach essentials, of course!

50s oversized brim straw hat : BTM Vintage
Turquesa Huichol ethnic necklace : Aida Coronado
vintage oversized sunglasses with UVprotection : mixbaby
70s tribal scarf tank : Vonlenska Vintage
50's floral bathing suit : aiseirigh
high-waist cut-off shorts : Vonlenska Vintage
yellow & white stripe tote : bayanhippo 
facial sunscreen with UVA/UBV SPF50  :  Moroccan Argan Oil
art printed flip flops : Rupy de Tequila

Monday, March 18, 2013

My Etsy Picks: Printed Pastels

Hi =) This week's Etsy Picks is all about printed pastels.  Here are pastel goodies in stripes, dots, florals and whimsical patterns.  I hope taking a look at these adorable prints adds cheer to your Monday.  If you have a moment to share which one's your favorite, I'd be delighted love to know:)

printed patterns in mint green
green and white pinstripe masking tape : Bahana Splits Boutique 
infinity scarf with pom trim : Gertie Baxter
squirrel and polka dot iPhone case :  The Case of Mr. Pelham
mint and white stripes nautical knit top : Chic Origins
mint and black triangle necklace garland: Petite Deer
1960s retro style dress : Fancy That Vintage
Japanese cotton pinstripe fabric : The Heyday Shop 
mint gingham tape on vintage bobbin :  Worthy Goods Textile
set of four Chevron coffee coasters : Mrs. Amron

printed patterns in pastel pink

vintage pastel print scarf : unVoyage
vintage floral blazer : sussudio nyc
floral cocktail dress : assafpelleg
vintage needlepoint purse : Bambi Apparel
retro teapot skirt : interrobangirl
1970s pink / peach novelty print button down shirt : Asburry Hill
vintage pastel floral skirt : moon and soda
Milly, French 1960s mini dress : dandelion daydreamer
wooden handle, turtle print clutch : DOTTO

printed patterns in pastel blue

1980s sweater : beta vintage casual
1970s powder blue speckled midi dress :  svankmajer
polka dot floral tunic : nbdg
1970s dotted blouse : marjiew
1960s knit dress : retroholic
bubbles polymer clay statement necklace : Alina and T
one piece floral bathing suit :  Tatiana's Threads
baby blue polka dot fabric earrings : Joanna Bizu
Robin's egg adjustable ring : Pickle Dog Design

Monday, March 11, 2013

My Etsy Picks: Mint Fashion

It seems that "mint is the new black" this season.  Mint is such a delicate, calming, charismatic hue that makes you want to reach out and hug someone :)  I don't have a lot of pastels in my closet but green is one  of my favorite colors and I would like to get myself one, two, or maybe a couple of pieces in this endearing shade.  I feasted my eyes on these minted lovelies and I'm wondering if you're also thinking about getting your hands on one of these:

mint dress lace shorts and icecream necklace
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lace shorts with crochet scalloped trim : three bird nest
scented mint chocolate ice cream necklace : tiny hands
vintage baby doll dress : aiseirigh

mint fashion and accessories


leggings with mint berries print : ZIB textile
handmade hair bow : the bellie whistle
chiffon inifinity scarf : Hera Scarf
vegan fold over clutch : milk and honey handbags
bridesmaid chiffon dress : Onor
1970s pleated skirt : coco and orange
mint oxford brogue : goodbye folk
mint vintage sweater : get your vintage on
1990s cropped denim jacket : Julia Sugden

mint bird studs and necklace
little birds studs : IrenkaR
tiny bird necklace : Beauty Spot

mint bow vintage cam hairpin
bow knitted headband : Kokosh Knitting
enamel butterfly hair pin : blithely vintage
mint pink lomography print : Basic Design

mint jewelry
Chalcedony glass and gold dangle earrings : black and white jewels
mint heart ring : Dariami
Amazzonite stones necklace : AME jewels

mint accessories
mint lace and pearl : Cecilia Jewelry
pastel geometric color block necklace : Alina and T
suede and gold link bracelet : Love Style Happiness
chandelier earrings : exquisite artistry

mint fashion accesories
 tiny mint square earrings : Apple Latte
mint fabric and vintage lace necklace : The Whirlwind
heirloom lace necklace : Hannah's Hope Chest
mint chain ring : amarilo

mint romantic fashion accessories
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Cameo glass bead and brass necklace : Jacaranda Designs
Victorian inspired roses bracelet : Ann Mich Treasure Box
flower sash : Mixed Media by Bridget
acrylic rose, vintage white glass beads necklace : Lovely Sparrow and Co.

ps,
Thanks to all the shops who commented on My Etsy Picks: Spring Fling last week. 

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

My Etsy Picks: Spring Fling

I'm so enjoying my time curating  beautiful things from various Etsy sellers.  For this week, it's the Spring Fling! Lots of colors in both pastels and bold hues, the flowers, the birds, the butterflies, and let's not forget the bees.  Oh, such a rejuvenating theme :)  I actually got a bit carried away, I was able to collect four sets of collages.  I hope you enjoy them.  Have a happy day :)

floral spring handmade
up-cycled 70s yellow circle scarf : The Silk Moon 
"The Bird Number 3" photograph : Photography Dream
heart floral magnet : Handy Happy Hearts
Spring art cards : Inspired Greetings AD
coral red berries leggings: ZIB textile
hand painted blue flowers pillow case : Mery Bradley
vintage floral quilt : bonnbonn
mixed media garden photograph : Pretty Petal Studio
butterfly pouch : mama bleu designs



floral spring vintage
crochet lace stone : Table Top Jewels
paper flower garland : She Shell
floral embroidered fabric purse : diohej
polka dot mint blouse : flinflon to HongKong
antique Tulip pendant necklace : joey five cents
recycled crochet flower garland : Emma Lamb
"The Bees Knees" high-waisted leggings : Blackbird Tees
vintage kitchen towels : Project Sarafan
1960s Delill white bead & floral tapestry handbag : Pemmy's Emporium

floral spring at Etsy
Flowers photography : Carolyn Cochrane
birds on a wire art print : Enrouge
pastel butterfly lavender sachets : Gardenmis
floral petals scallop necklace : Ampris Loves
reversible floral & dots headband : Sassy Stitches by Lori
purple stitched earrings : skrynka
pastel painted mason jars : Beach Blues
floral hair clip : Apple White
floral shirt-waist dress : Mrs Pomeranz

floral spring items
three silk butterfly hair clips : Kate's Cottage Shop
sterling silver dragonfly necklace : CyKlu 
1960s embroidered tunic dress : zwzzy
1950s pink vintage doily  : The Wild Roses
crochet pearl necklace : vyldanstyl
crocheted rose ring : From Paris
watercolor bridal Kimono : Girl with Serious Dream
lace earrings : Tina Eva Renee
hibiscus high-waisted maxi skirt : James Society




Friday, March 1, 2013

Wallflower: Eyelet Blouse + Printed Top + Metallic Dress

On some days, I would combine my vintage thrift finds with modern pieces I bought either from a local boutique or department store. I sometimes take advantage of SALE events because I can't bear to buy an expensive piece unless it's a basic piece that I can wear with various outfits. Today, everything I'm wearing is a vintage thrift find except for my shoes and accessories.


 VINTAGE ENSEMBLE:
 Tops: printed V-neck cream long-sleeved blouse (thrifted)
floral eyelet Ecru button-down blouse (thrifted)
Dress: blue metallic jumper dress (thrifted)
bag: faux fur fuzzy bag (thrifted)
shoes: ballet flats (local shop)
accessories: gold ruffled belt, pearl earrings & candy bracelet (local shops) 

I'm very particular about romantic little details in clothes.  Although my fashion style is pretty simple, tiny embellishments and small quirks make me happy.  So, even though the photos can tell you what I'm wearing, I'm still gonna talk about each piece so you'll know why I love them.  Besides, the photos are quite hazy.  I am really convinced that it's much better to do photo shoots during day time, do you agree?.

Okay, so here are the descriptions: The inner blouse I'm wearing is a long sleeved V-neck cotton shirt with sheer, chiffon piping on the neckline and the cuffs.  It is cream with novelty floral print.  I matched it with this blue metallic jumper dress with a ruffled, sweetheart neckline and a gold, ruffled belt.  I wore a three-fourths-sleeved button-down blouse over my outfit.  It has a floral eyelet design with Peter Pan collar.  The buttons are all covered with the same eyelet fabric and there's one cute button on each cuffs, too.  These three adorable pieces are all second-hand buys which I bought in excellent conditions.

 
  Oh and yes, the brown faux-fur handbag is also thrifted and it's one of my favorite bags to use because I love its soft and fuzzy texture.

ps
If you're reading this blog and into vintage clothing, you can enjoy 20% OFF from Factory Handbook, my most recent Featured Vintage Shop.  Please read the post or click here to get the discount code.  Happy weekend =)

Linked up with: Long Distance Loving's Friday Fancies ; Watch Out for the Woestmans' Watch What I'm Wearing

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

My Etsy Picks: Here Comes the Sun

It's no secret that I love yellow. Isn't it such a happy color? To celebrate Spring and Summer, this week's Etsy Picks are goodies from both vintage and handmade shops in sunny yellow and mustard hues.  Just looking at these brings a smile on my face :)

Dandelion whimsical art print : Lupen Grainne
upcycled handmade suede ballet flats :  The White Ribbon 
60s chiffon floral jumpsuit : Gypsy Plunder
sunny yellow hemp thread : Hemp CRAFT
Paris graffiti photograph : The Paris Print Photoshop
Peacock feather earrings : Erin Keys
Dahlia bobby pins : Elegance for You
"Hello" wood sign : Dime Store Vintage
beach umbrella photography : Hey Harriet

 speckled yellow mugs by Straffordshire Pottery : Galore Galore
vintage enamel kettle : luna purpurie
golden yellow Samsonite tote : flat tire vintage
retro-inspired mustard blouse : Julia Gasin
yellow feather earrings : Jewelry by Aimee
Dandelion print pillow cover : Blossom Pillow Co.
yellow and white striped hammock : Veronica Colindres
mustard floral skirt : April Rodriguez

"Sunny Side Up" sign photo print : Maxwell Cozzi
yellow sundress : i love mona
beaded necklace : Sarah Robin L
vintage Bosch & Lomb sunnies : Raybanicos
sunny yellow cotton clutch : cutie girlie

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

My Etsy Picks: Vintage Summer Shorts

Staying at my mom's, we can feel the scorching summer heat approaching. Since we live in a country where there are only 2 seasons (wet & dry / summer & rainy), we don't get to experience autumn, winter nor spring.  I can't help but dream of morning walks by the beach; swimming in cool waters; clear, blue skies; barbeques; green mango fruit shake; Reggae; cheerful days and lazy afternoons by the hammocks.

For this week's Etsy picks, I found these vintage shorts in various lengths and  colors which I think would be perfect for the summer!

cute summer shorts

paperbag ruffled waist abstract print : Diaphanous Vintage
70s short shorts with a cute heart applique : Ginger Root Vintage
80s Liz Clairborne striped denim shorts : Diaphanous Vintage
80s banana mustard shorts : On the Fringe Vintage

vintage summer shorts

polka dot high waist dress shorts : Out of A Strobe Vintage
high waist floral skirt shorts : Shop at 851
90s dusty red denim high waisted preppy shorts : x plus y equals
vintage jean shorts : nemres

Which one of these pieces do you feel like wearing? And if you haven't heard of my newest giveaway just yet, click here to join.  You could win this beautiful beaded Native-American inspired earrings, to match your summer outfits.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

My Etsy Picks : Vintage In Bloom

If you ask me, I can't get enough of vintage florals - dresses, skirts, tops - i love them all!  There's something about vintage + floral that pokes my heart.  Hopping around blogs, I know that a lot of you are excited for the coming of Spring! So this week's Etsy picks is all about vintage floral clothing.  I wouldn't mind having all these in my closet. Which one of these would you love to wear?

vintage mini skirt with red & white florals : Venus In Furs Vtg
floral button up blouse : Fauxden
baby doll floral dress : Mae Valente
sheer floral top : Mae Valente
 70s daisy dress : Lotus Vintage NY
80s blue pleated floral skirt : Schmoo1515
sheer dress with floral tapestry : Chariot Marie
high waist shorts & floral top : Closet Case Vintage
high-waisted moss green shorts: Amordress


floral patterned vintage dress : Vanilla Grass
70s burgundy skirt : Bambi Aparrel
80s high waist tapered jeans : The Blue Sky Boutique
black floral blouse : Hazel Hall Vintage
purple & blue secretary blouse : Jko Vintage
90s grunge floral denim : Extinct Vintage
pleated floral midi skirt : Dandelion Day Dreamer
abstract watercolor floral skirt : Maeven
black mini cotton dress: Better Stay Together

Monday, February 4, 2013

Wallflower: Sheer Gossamer Vintage Dress + Denim

I've always liked the combination of sheer, flowing dresses against denim. This vintage chiffon dress in Gossamer green has adorable detailing - green pearl buttons, ruffled piping on the neckline and on the bottom, and green lace embroidered on the waist. I found it amidst piles of unattractive clothing in a thrift shop last year. It has a tiny bit of a snag in front (not noticeable at all) so I asked the seller if she can cut down the price for me. I practically got this dress for a steal! So happy =) 

 denim jacket: JAG 
vintage Gossamer chiffon shirt dress: thrifted 
denim maryjanes: local indie shop 
vintage bag: thrifted 
"butterfly wing" earrings: local craft shop


Linked up with: My Style, Your Style  ; Watch What I'm Wearing : YOLO Mondays ; Plane Pretty


Wallflower: Vintage Denim Dress + Floral Top

This vintage denim dress is one of my favorite thrift finds. I love the embroidery and the scalloped edge.  It fits me but it doesn't have any openings or zip which makes it difficult to put on and take off.  Since I need to clean out my closet and get rid of the things I don't get to use often, I've decided that the denim dress would have to go.   

I still need to let go of a few more things.  The biggest challenge in thrifting is knowing which goodies to take home with and which ones are best left on the stall.  I usually find myself buying more items than I intended because I find them nice and awfully cheap.  The thing is, some of these clothes don't even get worn at all.  They sit lonely inside the cabinet or stay hung for an entire year, waiting to be remembered.   The upside it is that I have nieces and cousins and relatives who do not mind wearing hand-me-downs =)  

I guess I'm a little bit guilty of hoarding at times.  Good thing, I don't have the money to buy all those stuff I find "nice and awfully cheap". I couldn't count the number of times when I purchased something out of an impulsive.  I often end up regretting it too!  But I've been learning my lessons and I do think that when it comes to shopping, I'm a lot smarter now.  Hopefully, I'm right. :)
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Tuesday, January 29, 2013

My Etsy Picks: I Heart Stuff!

My Etsy Picks this week is from the Vintage Collection - except for the heart-shaped bath bombs, which are absolute eye-candy. I just had to include those pretty pink hearts at the right bottom corner. So most of these are old stuff  in the shape of hearts or carry irresistible heart prints which can make anyone smile or feel in love.  

I seriously LOVE the coffee mugs, both them are super-cute, don't you agree? I also want the Moschino purse, the belt in canary yellow, the cut-out hearts sweater and tee, those warm cherry red sweaters, and the babydoll dress with PeterPan collar.  Oh, I'm absolutely happy with these picks!  I'm excited to know which ones you like.  So, if you have a moment, please tell me by leaving a comment =)  And yes, you can click on the shop name to check out your faves.  Thanks!

 25 vintage wood thread spools : Last Century
vintage red heart Waechtersbach coffee mug : snugsnuggery
vintage yellow belt with hearts : Digs n Threads
sterling silver heart enamel ring : Old Moe 
1980s Moschino heart wristlet purse : London Agent Intl
1982 Calico Mug by Taylor & Ng : Action Vintage
heart shaped bath bombs : Elegant Rose Boutique

heart cut out upcycled cardigan : Bglorified Boutique
heart elbow patch sweater : Three Bird Nest
1970's sweetheart cherry red sweater : A Study in Space
1980s vintage high-waisted shorts : DOTTO
vintage high collared shetland wool sweater : Sloppy Jos
1960s Novelty "iloveyou heart" print babydoll dress : aiseirigh
vintage 90's wiggle velvet dress : Lynn's Rags
Heart cut out tee with studs : DeLoop Vintages

Monday, January 28, 2013

Wallflower: Colorful Vs Black & Grey

Hello. I hope you've all had a great weekend. My Sunday had been wonderful. I was out the whole day which is very invigorating - the sun wasn't too strong and the weather was fairly cool. Spent the entire morning with my hubby and later in the evening, we finally got to see the film version of the musical Les Miserables. It made me want to read the novel again. I have read it a few years back and even then I cried buckets. Yes, I did cry in the theater.  The songs were amazing. There's a huge difference reading the printed page and with the story being told through songs. How spectacular it must be to watch the theatrical play!  Have you seen Les Mis?  Which adaptation did you see?

In the afternoon, I was with So and we managed to take some shots (using my phone) of our outfits that day in-between walks and conducting studies. How I wish I had taken my Canon with me.





 On Me:
vintage dotted cardigan (thrifted)
grey floral dress from a local boutique / Label: "For Me" 
vintage leather cross body bag in peach/ Label: ANS (thrifted)






On Her: 
lavender turtle neck sweater
vintage corduroy jacket (thrifted)
vintage floral skirt (thrifted)
super cute polka dot shoes (local shop)



We wore very contrasting styles that day. She's wearing tops in pastel colors and a vibrant printed skirt while I was wearing a black polka dot blazer over a grey dress. Our common denominator? We both had on vintage pieces that we got at practically a steal and we are smiling :)


Linked up with:  Watch What I'm Wearing

Friday, January 25, 2013

Wallflower: Floral Vintage Dress

One of my favorite thrift finds is this floral vintage dress. I bought it a few years ago from a secondhand clothing shop for a little over a dollar. I love it not only because it was such a bargain but also because I have this thing about vintage floral patterns.  The dress is in light cream with yellow flowers and golden yellow piping on the neckline.  I got it in good condition - no stains or snags, and it fits me perfectly!


What's your favorite vintage piece in your closet?

ps,
Linked this up with these fashion blogs:
Friday's Fancies @  Long Distance Loving
"Look What I Got" @ The Tiny Heart & Penniless Socialite

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Window Shop: Yummy Brown Accessories

I seriously NEED and WANT the vintage camera bag but these other three goodies look just as good!
bohemian terracotta necklace : LAccentNou
oversized leather weekender : Refinery29
foldover booties : Shoe Dazzle
vintage camera crossbody bag : Yes Walker
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