Photo Shoot Fun

The last few weeks have been CRAZY. In between packing, sorting out the new house, and the entire household catching the flu, I feel like I've not had time to catch my breath.

However, I did manage to squeeze in the most FABULOUS photo shoot in the world with the ever talented Rome Celli. The star bar that he is managed to get permission to shoot at a gravel pit here in Rochester, a seriously cool location.

He also wrangled up two of the most beautiful models I've ever seen - Devin and Anna, who were just total superstars - the day of the shoot was 95 degrees and glaring sunlight, but they still managed to looking stunning.
 
Our make up artist Tiffany and hair stylist Jacquelyn pulled out all the stops and created looks that tied all our ideas together - they are super talented ladies and enormous fun to work with.

I'm slowly listing the outfits from the shoot in the shop, but here are some of my favs:

Oh the Shiny...

I often wish I had occasion to wear the pretty dresses I have, but somehow right now, my life doesn't exactly lend it's self toward satin cocktail dresses, 40s gowns, or killer suits.

However, I know that somewhere there's a home waiting for these things, where they'll be loved, cherished and adored :)

1940s Tweed Suit $175

1950s Black Cocktail Dress $125

 1950s Pink Chiffon Nightgown $30

 1950s Blue Skirt Suit $30

 1940s Peach Rayon Bed Jacket $65

 1950s 60s Yellow Satin Dress $125

Wardrobe Wednesday: Proms For Princesses

I always think American girls are so lucky - you get to dress up like princesses many times during High School.

At home there's only one formal dance around graduation - I think it's a shame.

The main reason for this theme today is the most amazing dress I've ever seen - seriously - you all need to go have a look at this:

Brought to you by PranceAndSwagger - it's pricey, but if you want a dress that can be passed down and gain giant amounts of value - it's the dress for you.

Another Stunner - this one is a Ceil Chapman (!) from houseoflemoore

For those extreme girly girls amongst you, check out this one from johnnyvintage - they even have a picture of the original owner wearing it:

This last one is reserved for some lucky girl - but it's worth going to havwe a look for the amazing detail at the shelf bust - they just don't make dresses like this any more:

From CalendarGirlVintage

A Very Vintage Halloween

Okay - I know August isn't quite over yet - but more and more I'm thinking about Halloween.

It's such a big deal here compared to home - I actually love that everyone goes all out and... well... American on it. I'm thinking of making Baby Blythe a sea fairy outfit - I came accross a ton on blue and green tulle at the thrift there a while ago, and sear Holly just sent me a pattern for a tutu - so am all set with that.

I also have a TON of fab costume ideas in my shop, 70s jumpsuits, medival princess costumes, and even a white and silver vintage Ballerina TuTu which would make the most perfect fairy costume ever.