That’s right all, I said easy. At least in Chicago, the transition from spring to summer has been almost non-existent. The same blue skies and mild temperatures of the spring months seem to be domina...
There is something about summertime that makes me feel especially in love with retro styles and trends. Maybe it is the “free love” feeling in the air, harkening back to eras gone by, or ...
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again; original movies are so much better than remakes. There may be one or two minor exceptions to that rule, but it is pretty steadfast movie-lover dogma. A great ...
There are few things more enjoyable and uplifting than a musical number. Of course, I realize that not everyone is a musical fan (I call them cynics), but those who love them understand the magic and...
I have found, through my classic film travails, that when a movie has helped to shape its particular genre, it stands the test of time. What Double Indemnity did for film noir is similar to what The ...
I think that over our time together I have showed you that vintage can be found anywhere; in movies, music, vintage stores (obviously), and even in peoples’ homes. Not just anyone’s home, of course, ...
It’s no secret by now that, as a born and bred Chicagoan, I am totally proud of my city. I think that Chicago has it all: urban culture, beautiful architecture, famous heroes, and a friendly Midweste...
I like to think I’m ahead of the curve on certain trends. I liked vampires before they were cool, listened to Journey before Glee made them famous, and I’ve been rocking vintage clothing much longer ...
I would say that my taste in movies is pretty balanced. I love dramas and comedies, chick flicks and action films, old and new. However, I find that more often than not, even the modern movies I love...
So, what’s that saying? “April showers bring May flowers?” Well, I’m not sure exactly how much rain we saw in April, but things are definitely looking sunnier! The weather is ...
This subject, the one of mothers and daughters, is very dear to my heart and to the heart of this blog. I am incredibly close to my mother, and I have always loved reading about various mom-daughter ...
I think that the world is divided into two different kinds of people: those who love vampires, and those who don’t. I have thought this long before there was a Twilight, a True Blood, or a Vampire Di...
I have frequently mentioned my true adoration for music of all forms, so I thought I would bring a little more of it into the blog, with these semi-regular playlists. Here in Chicago, we are just sta...
Everyone has their thing. Some women die over shoes, some kvell over handbags, and still others turn to mush at the perfect perfume. But the one woman who is rarely mentioned on fashion blogs is the ...
Once again, I am so honored by the response I get to this blog. I know it might be off-putting to some that I would rather dissect and discuss fashion from the past than show off what’s in my o...
You’ve all heard the expression diamonds are a girl’s best friend, right? Well, I’m here to tell you…IT’S TRUE! There is something magical, almost otherworldly about jewelry, especially that which sp...
There are a few things that every girl in her early 20’s should have: the perfect Little Black Dress, a vintage bag from her grandmother (mine is a ‘70s Gucci envelope clutch), and a favorite Disney ...
There are some things that make a woman classically feminine. A string of pearls, a sexy cat-eye, or a spritz of your favorite perfume can make even an everyday look timeless and elegant. Because sce...
Maybe the thing I love most about vintage fashion is the rich history behind every item. Maybe someone in the ‘50s had her first kiss in that sweater, or that handbag was passed down from grandmother...
Okay, let’s get real. I love vintage (obviously), but I am not completely unbiased when it comes to decades. I truly love the ’40s for music, and the ’50s for its innocence, and the...
I take a lot of pride in the fact that I live in Chicago. I am proud of my Midwest roots, a sucker for deep dish pizza, and particularly interested in its rich history. Even though it is commonly kno...
One of my favorite parts of being a vintage fashion blogger is that it has given me several opportunities in the vintage, fashion, and blogging worlds that I never would have gotten otherwise. One su...
If you’ve read my About Me section (don’t you want to know more?!), then you know my love for 1940’s jazz. There is something so elegant and beautiful about Big Band music, and it never fails to tran...
Anyone who has been reading this blog for months (and thank you!) probably knows my taste in movies by now. Anything vintage (duh), artistic, and humorous generally catches my attention, and today...
April is a really cool month. It finally feels like spring is here and summer is around the corner, mid-season shows premiere, and music festivals are just getting started. This April in particular h...
It is incredibly easy to chart sartorial history through women’s fashion and, as I have shown in several posts, I love the correlation between fashion and current events. However, men’s f...
As you can probably tell due to my predilection towards vintage clothing, I am not much of a “mall” person. I love classic ‘90s movies that show towering castles of boutiques and retailers, but being...
When thinking of sexy, well-dressed women throughout history, it would be incredibly remiss not to discuss the bonny Bond Girls (yes, that is all of them above). The sidekicks, “scientists̶...
People in search of fun. People in search of sunshine and health. People in search of glamour. They all go to one place: Los Angeles. The City of Angels is known for its warm glow, both because of it...
Nowadays, with so many different ways to shop, it seems easier than ever to buy a new piece for your wardrobe. Unless, however, that piece is vintage. I have already given a comprehensive guide to eB...
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