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Monday, November 15, 2010

Sensuous Sleep!



Now that we've finally felt a nip in the air here, and it dark earlier, too, I feel myself starting to really "nest" for the season, aren't you? And as I get older, I love nothing more than a truly good nights rest! We might as well do it with style, right?


Here we go...







Slip into bed in this amazing 1940's pale blue nightie trimmed in the prettiest ecru lace at the neckline, sleeves and empire waist. True to the style of the time, it is bias cut for a luscious drape on the body! From Blythe Hopes Vintage. Yummy!









For a very fine addition to your vintage lingerie collection, consider this stunning 1910's Valencinnes lace boudoir cap. From Beautiful Reign , it is adorned with the most delicate ruffled ribbons, rosettes and silk stuffed baubles. Santa, are you paying attention?!







How glamorous to spritz lightly your favorite fragrance before sliding between the sheets, using this lovely cut glass atomizer! Or so pretty just on a vanity tray or in the powder room! Loving this shade of blue, its available from Allie Et Cie.





How sweet is this pair of satin pillow covers in the softest mint...such a pretty color! These have a luxurious ruffled edge surrounding quilted heart shapes with divine ribbon rosette centers. French Folly has such romantic things in her shop!






Is there anything better than snuggling under a nice warm blanket on a cold night? This is a vintage beauty in snowy white wool with the softest satin banding at the edges to help take off the chill! It's from Betty and Babs.






SaraBella Treasures offers this charming boudoir lamp with a delightful little chenille lampshade...so nice to have on the bedside table for skimming the latest fashion publication or romance novel before turning in!



Languish in a Luxurious Boudoir Tonight!



--Lee Ann

Saturday, November 13, 2010

The "I Have Nothing To Wear" Style Files!

Don't you just abhor the "I have nothing to wear" dread when you open your closet? Well, I have just the solution for some great, classic looks available from vintage online sellers! Here are a few things that are wardrobe building blocks...













Classic military inspired trench coat from BTBVintage.















Ralph Lauren black cashmere blend sweater from Glitz 1.












Yummy caramel suede knotted waist skirt from Big Yellow Taxi.














Andre Assous black equestrian riding boots from Pacific Wonderland










Black Chanel drawstring chain handbag from Fashion Squid.
















Dramatic 18k gold Nina Ricci charm bracelet from Sneller 8190.








Put Your Own Spin On A Classic Look Today!

--Lee Ann






Thursday, November 11, 2010

What Would Marie Antoinette Do?

What would Marie Antoinette wear with her new pink beaded taffeta ball gown?

Why, this exquisite pink floral patterned parure, encrusted with fuchsia Aurora Borealis and pink chatons, of course! ( From AOJ Vintage Jewelry)


Wear Something Pink Today!

--Lee Ann

My Favorite Things! Finale




When The Dog Bites





When The Bee Stings





When I'm Feeling Sad



I Simply Remember My Favorite Things

And Then I Don't Feel So Bad!



What Are Some Of Your Favorite Things?





--Lee Ann





Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Hat Boxes!

I love a hat box! No, I don't mean just one, but lots of hat boxes! I love the pretty papers and fabrics that cover them, ribbons and cords that decorate them, and fancy advertising atop them. They are great for storing the obvious hat, but also scarves, belts, and other accessories. And I can't tell you how many times I have used them, both vintage and new, for gift-giving. A pretty pink satin one filled with tiny crocheted shoes, bibs and little white bible for a special baby girl was the hit of a baby shower. Wine, cheese, crackers and linen napkins for a 10th anniversary gift in a lovely grape vine covered style. And too many bath and beauty products encased in cheery florals to mention! And everyone always loves them. It's like two great gifts in one!



Here a just a few I wanted to share with you today...



Monday, November 8, 2010

Pin Up Girl!

I've always loved beautiful images of women by wonderful artists like Icart, Erte, Elvgren and of course the infamous Alberto Vargas! His "Varga Girls" are so elegantly depicted with full on glamour! Vargas, originally from Peru, worked for the Ziegfeld Follies and many Hollywood studios, as well as Esquire Magazine during World War II. This piece it appropriately called "Sheer Elegance".






You could become your own pin up vision in this midnight black vintage nightie. The sheer chiffon gown features the most amazing full skirt with splendid lace straps and detail on the empire waist bodice. From The Vintage Zone.

Wear Your Prettiest Nightie Tonight!

--Lee Ann

Sunday, November 7, 2010

My Favorite Things! Part 3




Girls In White Dresses With Blue Satin Sashes





Snowflakes That Stay On My Nose And Eyelashes




Silver White Winters That Melt Into Springs

(From Le Trip)




These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things!

--Lee Ann