Thrifted: gown, gloves, cape, necklace, bracelet | Shoes: Satin Low Pump Heels with Rhinestones: Caparros | Beaded cluctch: Bagteria (gift from mom) | Hairstyle: KAI | Makeup: Self
5.07.2012
Going to the Art Deco Preservation Ball
This Saturday, Marcel and I attended the Art Deco Preservation Ball which was beautifully organized by the Art Deco Society. It was held at the magnificent Art Deco - style Bimbo's 365 Club which was established in 1931. Gorgeous ballroom and lounges! Everyone was beautifully dressed in their best 1920s-1940s dresses and suits. I definitely felt like traveling back to a time capsule! For me, I chose a sky blue long gown with a fur cape and white gloves. And I got my hair professionally done by a stylist (for the first time and loved it! If you're in SF and need a vintage hairstylist, go to KAI!). And look at Marcel, doesn't he look swanky in his tuxedo?? Oh, and we took beginner swing dancing lessons and had a great time swinging to the Don Neely orchestra. A couple of mis-steps but it was a lot of fun! I am so looking forward to the next year's gala!
4.09.2012
Magenta Birthday
Last week was my birthday week. The morning of my birthday, I got two surprises from Marcel: a really delicious strawberry cake and a soft cashmere purple/cabernet scarf. That was really sweet! Since he said he picked the colors because they might go with my vintage outfits, there we go, when he took me to dinner, I put on my 1960s red cashmere coat and magenta dress. Thanks honey for a sweet magenta birthday! I am looking forward to another great year!
Pre-dinner pose
The Infamous Cake!
Pre-dinner pose
Another One.. Smile...
Hem, Ok....Starting to feel my stomach..dreaming of food now
Yummm
Us - Well Fed and Happy :D
Scarf: Cashmere Saks Fifth Avenue (Gift from Marcel) | Coat: Cashmere (Vintage Fashion Expo) | Thrifted: Gloves, Dress, Clutch | Shoes: Bandolino
3.30.2012
Happy Friday!
It's Fridayyy!!! What's your plan for the weekend?? Tonight, we decided to go eat sushi for an early dinner. I just got back from a trip to the thriftshop and suddenly felt like wearing vintage. I started with a simple blue dress, and then I slapped on a scarf. And then I felt like something was missing, so I had to add a beret and a a vintage trench coat. I thought I was just going to wear something easy but I ended up putting together a whole outfit! I was kinda excited about the blue with light tan overlay colors. And my chirashi was delicious! I am glad for the adventure - not a bad way to start off the weekend! I hope you'll enjoy your weekend too :)
Thrifted: Trench Coat (No Label - Made in Poland) | 1940s Dress: No Label - (I believe it's homemade) | Scarf: No Label | Shoulder Bag: Bally, Vintage | Beret: Kangol, Vintage | Shoes: Naturalizer | Stocking: Leggs, Vintage
3.23.2012
Thrift Treasures: Jonathan Logan
I bought this 1960s-mod green houndstooth shift dress last Christmas. When I saw the clothing label says "Jonathan Logan", I was really curious to learn about this brand (I have actually since become obsessed with reading vintage clothing labels....)
I have to thank Couture Allure and Vintage Fashion Guild Label Resources (via Past Perfect Vintage) for posting really insightful information on Jonathan Logan. Here's what I learned: Jonathan Logan was founded as an apparel manufacturer by David Schwartz and his ten employees in 1944 in the New York garment district. The brand was designed for junior-size women. In the 1960s, when David Schwartz's son, Richard, was made head of the company, Jonathan Logan became one of the largest ready-to-wear companies in the U.S. with $80mm in sales. The company had 28 manufacturing plants around the U.S. and employed 60 salesmen. Jonathan Logan was the first to use the computer to sort orders. They also owned an aircraft to transport and distribute garments. Jonathan Logan really catered to their customers. Salesmen reported on what sold well on the floor. The company quickly removed slow-moving inventory with trendy styles that were in demand. Jonathan Logan owned 14 different brands, each catered to different customers, including Carnaby Street Boutique, Butte Knit, Youth Guild, Junior Accent and Bleeker Street (geared to the mod generation). The Schwartz family sold their interest in the company in 1985.
I have to say, although the dress is missing a belt, it is in a super excellent condition. Jonathan Logan may be one of the early adopters of fast fashion and ready-to-wear clothing, but they maintain a quality standard! My dress is very well-tailored. It fits really well - I could snuggle very comfortably into it and I really love its flattering shape! All of the seams and stitches are intact. No fading in the colors at all! A I felt like a 1960s lady:D
Next time you see a Jonathan Logan label, make sure you get it, it'll be worth it!
Here's me wearing the dress to a Great Gatsby Ensemble Paralelle.
(Also...Like the 1920s, the 1960s and the 1970s also made a comeback this Spring. Check out my other post on 1960/1970 inspired outfit)
I have to thank Couture Allure and Vintage Fashion Guild Label Resources (via Past Perfect Vintage) for posting really insightful information on Jonathan Logan. Here's what I learned: Jonathan Logan was founded as an apparel manufacturer by David Schwartz and his ten employees in 1944 in the New York garment district. The brand was designed for junior-size women. In the 1960s, when David Schwartz's son, Richard, was made head of the company, Jonathan Logan became one of the largest ready-to-wear companies in the U.S. with $80mm in sales. The company had 28 manufacturing plants around the U.S. and employed 60 salesmen. Jonathan Logan was the first to use the computer to sort orders. They also owned an aircraft to transport and distribute garments. Jonathan Logan really catered to their customers. Salesmen reported on what sold well on the floor. The company quickly removed slow-moving inventory with trendy styles that were in demand. Jonathan Logan owned 14 different brands, each catered to different customers, including Carnaby Street Boutique, Butte Knit, Youth Guild, Junior Accent and Bleeker Street (geared to the mod generation). The Schwartz family sold their interest in the company in 1985.
I have to say, although the dress is missing a belt, it is in a super excellent condition. Jonathan Logan may be one of the early adopters of fast fashion and ready-to-wear clothing, but they maintain a quality standard! My dress is very well-tailored. It fits really well - I could snuggle very comfortably into it and I really love its flattering shape! All of the seams and stitches are intact. No fading in the colors at all! A I felt like a 1960s lady:D
Next time you see a Jonathan Logan label, make sure you get it, it'll be worth it!
Here's me wearing the dress to a Great Gatsby Ensemble Paralelle.
Dress: Jonathan Logan | Coat: Gift from My Mom (Unknown Label - I think it is custom made) | Shoes: Bandolino | Stocking: Leggs | Brooch, Clutch, Belt, Gloves: Thrifted
(Also...Like the 1920s, the 1960s and the 1970s also made a comeback this Spring. Check out my other post on 1960/1970 inspired outfit)
3.06.2012
1920s for Spring 2012 v2!
3.01.2012
The 60s (and the 70s) for Spring 2012
In my previous post, I mentioned that the 1960s/1970s is also going to be a trend for Spring 2012. I apologize for the delay in this post (obviously I got distracted by so many things these past few weeks...!!) But, here we go. I love to see how the 60s/70s have been beautifully adapted to today's fashion! Some of my faves are below. Which one is yours? Be sure to check 'em out in store!
H&M 1960s neon!
Alice and Olivia wide leg pants - check out the stripes and floral prints!
Alice and Olivia retro 1960s mod - look
Zara -- look at these dresses - I love the print!
Alice and Olivia wide leg pants - check out the stripes and floral prints!
Alice and Olivia retro 1960s mod - look
Zara -- look at these dresses - I love the print!
2.29.2012
1920s in 2012 : Milla Jovavich in the Academy Awards Red Carpet
Milla Jovavich went to the Oscars in an Elie Saab 1920s jazz deco gown! She's so glam!
Source: FashionRules
2.28.2012
1930s Outfit!
This past Sunday, I attended "A Wild Flight of the Imagination", an opening party for the Golden Gate Bridge exhibition at the California Historical Society. The Art Deco Society kindly shared this event to their subscribers (of which I am one of them :)). I was ecstatic when I learned that they encouraged 1930s attire! I have actually been meaning to go to their events and I was never able to make any of them. And I am glad that I got my first opportunity to do a serious period dress-up. So, here's me in my first 1930s outfit. And I would like to thank my boyfriend who helped me take pictures and also agreed to go to the event with me (thx hun!)
This is me posing before leaving for the event. (I just got the vintage inspired leopard print cape two days before -- literally! I am glad I got to wear it!). (And what do you think of my wavy hair? It was my first time waving my super straight short bob hair. I tried to do vintage rolls but I just couldn't cut it with foam rollers - anyone with super straight bob hair has successfully created rolls? Please, I'd love your advice!)
And this is me without the cape -- in a 1930-inspired suit. This suit is inspired from Marsha Hunt's book called The Way We Wore: Styles of the 1930s and the 40s and our World Since Then. I absolutely recommend and I love love this book. A must-read for anyone who loves vintage fashion -- there are pictures of 1930s suits, dresses, coats, shoes, hats, hairstyles -- anything you want to know. A very rich source of styling inspirations!
And I chose Oxford platform heels paired with white stocking. The clutch is more from the 1960s but I wore it anyhow because I couldn't find any other period-correct handbag in my closet (should be in my next shopping list?)
And, here's me at the event. I candidly placed my hand on the hand rail. Now that I look at this picture, I should have done vintage poses -- you know -- in those days, people seemed to always be looking away from cameras. They would have their hands on some furniture while looking sideways. And also, I learned other poses from three photographers who took my picture at the event (yes, three! Can you imagine - I was also surprised - and flattered - that they wanted my picture :D). The two poses are: 1) I face sideways with my eyes looking up to the lights in the ceiling, 2) I stand upright with my back facing the camera to show the details of my cape. I will definitely try these poses next time.
Oh, and this is me again :)
And here are some pictures of the attendees whose attire I love.
I had a great time at the event. And I already cannot wait to dress up for the Art Deco Preservation Ball in May!!
This is me posing before leaving for the event. (I just got the vintage inspired leopard print cape two days before -- literally! I am glad I got to wear it!). (And what do you think of my wavy hair? It was my first time waving my super straight short bob hair. I tried to do vintage rolls but I just couldn't cut it with foam rollers - anyone with super straight bob hair has successfully created rolls? Please, I'd love your advice!)
And this is me without the cape -- in a 1930-inspired suit. This suit is inspired from Marsha Hunt's book called The Way We Wore: Styles of the 1930s and the 40s and our World Since Then. I absolutely recommend and I love love this book. A must-read for anyone who loves vintage fashion -- there are pictures of 1930s suits, dresses, coats, shoes, hats, hairstyles -- anything you want to know. A very rich source of styling inspirations!
And I chose Oxford platform heels paired with white stocking. The clutch is more from the 1960s but I wore it anyhow because I couldn't find any other period-correct handbag in my closet (should be in my next shopping list?)
And, here's me at the event. I candidly placed my hand on the hand rail. Now that I look at this picture, I should have done vintage poses -- you know -- in those days, people seemed to always be looking away from cameras. They would have their hands on some furniture while looking sideways. And also, I learned other poses from three photographers who took my picture at the event (yes, three! Can you imagine - I was also surprised - and flattered - that they wanted my picture :D). The two poses are: 1) I face sideways with my eyes looking up to the lights in the ceiling, 2) I stand upright with my back facing the camera to show the details of my cape. I will definitely try these poses next time.
Oh, and this is me again :)
And here are some pictures of the attendees whose attire I love.
I had a great time at the event. And I already cannot wait to dress up for the Art Deco Preservation Ball in May!!
Leopard Print Cape - Macy's | Vintage Green Emerald Skirt - Empire Vintage Clothing (Palo Alto) | Clutch, Felt Hat with Feather, Jacket, Silk Blouse - Thrifted | Tights - Leggs | Gloves - Next UK | Shoes - Vintage Payless Shoe Source
2.03.2012
Movies on Watch List
Happy Monday! I hope you had a fabulous weekend! For me, this weekend was a success - hunted the flea market, thrifted, saw Ingrid Bergman's and Humphrey Bogart's Casabalanca. And followed with the Superbowl (mainly watched the funky commercials while boyfriend was very focused on the game :D) -- and of course, Downton Abbey on Sunday night.
Looking at Madonna's Superbowl performance inspired me to watch her movie - W.E. The movie is about the most controversial love story of the 20th century between the American Wallis Simpson and the English King Edward VIII who abdicated to marry her. Madonna also wrote a song "Masterpiece" for this movie, which I really like and won the Golden Globe awards for best original song. And talking about 1920/1930-inspired movies, there's also The Artist that won three Golden Globes awards and is nominated for Oscar. These movies are in my watch list next weekend. How about you? Any vintage-inspired movies that you like?
Looking at Madonna's Superbowl performance inspired me to watch her movie - W.E. The movie is about the most controversial love story of the 20th century between the American Wallis Simpson and the English King Edward VIII who abdicated to marry her. Madonna also wrote a song "Masterpiece" for this movie, which I really like and won the Golden Globe awards for best original song. And talking about 1920/1930-inspired movies, there's also The Artist that won three Golden Globes awards and is nominated for Oscar. These movies are in my watch list next weekend. How about you? Any vintage-inspired movies that you like?
W.E.
The Artist
2.02.2012
Vanity Fair The 2012 Hollywood Cover
Gasp.... breath-taking Golden Hollywood Glamor. "11 cover starlets in pastel satin dresses and frothy feathers to lend a 20s and 30s boudoir feel. Across the panels are actresses Rooney Mara, Mia Wasikowska, Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Elizabeth Olsen, Adepero Oduye, Shailene Woodley, Paula Patton, Felicity Jones, Lily Collins, and Brit Marling." Click here to see the original blown-up image at Vanity Fair's site!
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