6.30.2010

VINTAGE FASHION CINEMA - "Penelope"


If you like your fashion inspired films light and sparkling like a great champagne then here is a perfect example. The costumes were designed by Edith Head and showcase Natalie Wood to perfection. Looking fresh and modern without being trendy, they perfectly capture the quality that makes clothing from the mid sixties memorable as well as desirable. A perfect slice of life fashion show capturing style in the city circa 1966 without any need for sex.

Penelope

1966
Director: Aurthur Hiller

6.27.2010

FRANCO MOSCHINO - Mixing Vintage & Modern Style

This is a great look when you want to feel empowered as well as hyper feminine. We love the buttoned up yet sensual quality found in the mix of textures. That contrast of soft supple silk against the structure of a fitted shape revealing skirt will always get your attention. For the best in leg revealing skirts you can never go wrong with a Franco Moschino skirt c. 1980s. Buttoned down or open for more pizazz you will always have a great shape, sure to be the best in show. Mix some feminine accessories with a reptile clutch, a touch of matte on your lips and an architectural shoe and you will look in control. Just remember to use your ruler sparingly, some times a bad boy is a good subject for education.

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VINTAGE FASHION CINEMA - "The Turning Point"


This is a great film for a glimpse of the contrast of New York style vs. Midwestern Style during the middle seventies. The Turning Point released in 1977 also captures great examples of classic as well as modern styles in ballet. Plus it has a great cat fight and who doesn't enjoy those in a film. Check it out soon.

The Turning Point

1977
Director: Herbert Ross

6.23.2010

DONNA KARAN - Mixing Vintage & Modern Style

Vogue says that scuba and surf influences are riding the style curl this season. So grab this vintage Donna Karan scuba inspired zip front dress from the late 1980s and show you have command of the beach. Pair it with simple gold accessories and nude make up to play up the Robert Lee Morris sculpted gold zipper pulls that give the dress interesting detail. Grab a colorful straw beach bag and stake out your spot in the sun.

6.16.2010

GIORGIO ARMANI - Mixing Vintage & Modern Style

How to be comfortable and look elegantly casual for the evening is easier then you think. Just take this vintage Giorgio Armani knit halter vest and mix it with silk satin crop harem trousers and you are instantly modern. Accessorize with gold,crystal and jet to reflect just a flash of sparkle, add a dark smoky eye and a nude lip to channel your inner screen siren. Never let it be said that vintage can't also be modern.

6.15.2010

LULU GUINNESS - Mixing Modern Vintage Style


Taking a beach break requires major planing to look effortless. Taking a large black straw tote trimmed in blue grosgrain ribbon and colorful raffia tulips by Lulu Guinness, that quirky British designer, is a great place to start. Add a soft silk zigzag weave knit cover up, a great pair of drop turquoise and stone earrings and a sexy anklet paired with exotic sandals and you are ready to take the beach.