LOOKING AHEAD TO A NEW WEEK...

AND ENJOYING THE CHANGING COLORS OF THE SEASON!

AND SPEAKING OF BEAUTIFUL COLORS, CHECK THESE OUT!

SUNDAY...

It's Football Day at our house, but there's no reason to dress down!  This casual, but luxurious cashmere sweater from my collection at The French Maid, is the perfect way to dress up jeans and still look pretty for the day. It's such a classic piece, you could also wear it to work with a charcoal pencil skirt or black slacks.
This color is scrumptious in person!


MONDAY...

The plan for Halloween tonight is to treat both kids and their parents to a little hot apple cider while Trick-or-Treating.  The forecast is for a chilly evening and a little warm drink would be so nice to serve to visitors in this cute vintage coffee serving set in Candy Corn colors.  This is Carleon Ware from England and includes the pot, 6 mugs, sugar and creamer and 2 serving trays. It's from an etsy shoppe called French Toast Kitty!


TUESDAY...

This pair of silk velvet pillows gives a whole new meaning to throw pillows!  European chenille appliques, dating to the 1880's, with stunning French embroidered handwork in peach, rust and saffron threads against a backdrop of rich dark green velvet, are embellished with braided metallic bullion tassels.They certainly look wonderful against the brown leather in the photo, but would be equally as lovely in a romantic boudoir!  Bella Soiree has really incredible textiles in their shop

WEDNESDAY...

A birthday this week of a very special friend requires a unique and beautiful gift.  She would love this  German Silver Repousse locket from the 1930's suspended from a three-strand necklace composed of faceted rose quartz nuggets, champagne rondelles, freshwater ivory pearls, moonstone and pink topaz.  A romantic pink silk ribbon bow completes this most romantic "Chantal".  How sweet is this piece?  From Bijoux d'Odalisque

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THURSDAY...

Even though we still have two months left in the year before we change over to a new desk diary, you might consider finding something a little different and special to help you stay organized.  This vintage leather-bound piece has a dramatic Asian motif on the cover and 5 years worth of pages edged in gold leaf and has never been used!   It even has an old lock closure.  I believe even the top of your desk should look pretty, don't you?  It makes daily tasks so much more pleasant.  From Down River 1.

FRIDAY...

A cocktail party on a beautiful Autumn evening with my Sweetie is a time to wear something appropriate for the season like this 1960's little black dress with a flocked velvet tone-on-tone rose print.  But the real focal point is the gorgeous plunging neckline edged in gold trim with stunning gold leaves decorating the bodice.  The flirty skirt is perfect if we decide to take a spin on the dance floor, too!  This is from Very Vintage, and you won't believe the price!

SATURDAY...

I'm attending a lingerie shower on Saturday for a Bride-to-Be and although I've already chosen a gift for her of some pretty undergarments, I'd love to tuck in a set or two of these blank note cards featuring the chicest 1960's fashion illustrations on the outside. I know she would appreciate having something really special to write her Thank You notes on, and these are so perfect!  From Shout Out. 

Hope You Enjoy the Colors of the Season, Too!

--Lee Ann

SOMETIMES A GIRL JUST NEEDS...

TO FEEL LIKE A PRINCESS!

 HERE, THIS MIGHT HELP!

I love this shop, Vintage Vortex!  You'll have so much fun looking at their items...dreamy party dresses in yummy colors.  This is such a great example of 1950's style; fitted bodice to show off a tiny waist, flattering sweetheart neckline and that voluminous circle skirt with the dramatic chiffon swags.  How fun!

 How about a little bling on your pretty ears with these great pearl and pink rhinestone dangles?  These are from my personal collection but are now in my etsy shop, The French Maid.  I love how they catch the light and add movement and are especially lovely with a soft updo.  I hope the lucky girl who gets these enjoys these as much as I have!

OK, these are vintage 50's SCHIAPARELLI glitter pumps, people!  Even if you're not the Princess type, how about for holiday wear.  Even dark jeans and a glittery top for a weekend night out!  These are screaming for a new home where they will be appreciated and loved.  The seller, World Market Productio, even suggests using them for boudoir decor, if your are a Glamour Puss.  Love these!

Have a Magical Day!

--Lee Ann

THIS IS WHY I LOVE FALL!

BEAUTIFUL ESSENTIALS FOR THE SEASON...

LEATHERS, SUEDE, VELVETS, ANIMAL PRINTS...

ALL DELICIOUS AND DECADENT!

AND ALL VINTAGE!

It's time to pull out Fall footwear, and why not some really cool vintage Italian boots in great shade of caramel brown. Perfect for jeans, skirts or BoHo dresses, they are from a really awesome shop that specializes in boots and coats...The Vintage Voice. 

I do love a touch of animal print, especially this time of year.  This seller, Vintageables, has lots of great accessories in her shop, but I'm nuts over her selection of Autumn handbags for a pop of color, print and texture.  These are just a few of the great things she offers...I hope you'll visit her and see what might work for your own wardrobe.

How about a little luxury, even for everyday.  This adorable mink jacket features knitted wool sleeves, and is fully lined in satin.  I not only love that this is a wonderful way to up the glam factor, even for a pair of jeans and boots, but is the perfect way to wear fur these days...vintage, vintage, vintage! From Say It Ain't Sold.

Yummy is the word to describe this buttery soft silk velvet gown from Living Threads Vintage.  This is such an excellent example of 1930's glamour in an amazing shade of rich, deep, dark cocoa brown.  Intricate gathering detail adds to the classic draped bateau neckline, and seventeen, yes seventeen, covered buttons cascade down the back...WOW!  How divine for a fall soiree!

And finally, from my own etsy shop, The French Maid, a great little pair of earrings in the print of the season!  So versatile, these are the perfect ear candy to change up a camel wool suit, a little black dress or even khaki pants and a brown sweater!  Or why not slip them into a Christmas stocking for a friend?  The possibilities are endless, so have fun!

Enjoy The Season!

--Lee Ann