I’m a big fan of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, their writing alone makes them an incredibly intriguing couple. However, look behind their work and you’ll discover a world even more fascinating. Both were a huge part of the modern… Continue Reading
As part of my Vintage Pledge I vowed to challenge myself and, as part of this challenge, I really wanted to push myself out of just sewing up garments. Hand embroidery is one thing on my list of things I want… Continue Reading
Outfit Details Late 1930s/Early 1940s Yellow Floral Dress – Made by Me 1930s Straw Hat – Shepton Mallet Flea Market Pink Straw Handbag – Marks & Spencer White 1940s Style Shoes – Miss L Fire 1930s Jade Earrings – A Gift Brown Seam Stockings – What Katie Did At… Continue Reading
I’ve been aware of Emmy Design for a little while now, but I have never actually purchased anything from them. The main reason for this is they offer such a huge array of vintage style clothing that I’ve never been able… Continue Reading
Apologies for the radio silence last week but I had a really crappy week. I won’t go into it because it was all work related but needless to say I was a very happy bunny when 5pm hit on Friday.… Continue Reading
This post has been a long time coming and I’ve been dying to tell you about it. At the end of last year Lauren from American Duchess blog was looking for brand ambassadors for her gorgeous online store Royal Vintage… Continue Reading
When Wallis Simpson accompanied Edward VIII on a cruise aboard The Nahlin in the Adriatic Sea the couple were not yet married and Edward was still on the throne. It caused a huge stir and alerted the world’s media to the impending… Continue Reading
When I first heard that ITV was producing a new period drama based on Britain’s most famous naturalist, Gerald Durrell’s, novels I was rather sceptic. They had already been turned into two separate series, both called My Family and Other Animals… Continue Reading
About a year ago I spotted this fantastic photo of one of my style icons, Norma Shearer, wearing a wonderful Fair Isle waistcoat. I instantly fell in love with it, and the whole ensemble, and it set me on a… Continue Reading
This is my very last blogiversary giveaway this year. I did have another big one in the planning but sadly it didn’t come to fruition but never mind, it’s been incredibly fun to do and I’ve loved reading all of… Continue Reading
