LOVE

From etsy seller vintageandglam

Synchonized Styling Dress from ModCloth

Alexander McQueen Love Last Suede Peep-toe Pump

From etsy seller gogovintage

Lulu Guinness Red Suzy Tote (available on asos)

Nautical Classics

Ahoy!  So it appears that the nautical style is back, or perhaps just never went out to sea.  It is a timeless, classic look that has reappeared throughout many decades.  But I'm going to dock this vessel in a present day 60s-influenced harbor of classic nautical staples.

The mini-skirt of course is timeless and true.  And of course, 60s through and through.

This one is navy & white from Kate Spade.

Or this black & white one from Forever21 (also in grey/black or red/charcoal)

Here is a staple for every closet....the striped Breton shirt.  This was from Landsend has a perfect portrait collar and is guaranteed to be great quality.

An adorable vintage sailor suit romper from etsy seller, Thrush

A cute new wool-blend mini dress from Tulle available on ModCloth.

Vintage Nelly Don dress from AshandArrow

Spring-y, nautical stripe sundress from Delia's

A vintage mod stripe and solid dress with long sleeves that will bring you from winter to spring.  From breadbuttervintage.

Spring 2011 Tribal Prints

I was very inspired by UrbanOutfitters Spring 2011 catalog. It has a late 60s-70s feeling, but with some reference back to the 40s, such as the harem style pants in chiffon and silk. I always fall in love with different prints and usually look for more abstract ones, but the lines can be blurred with some ethnic prints, new or vintage.

and the headscarf is very 70s, but knotted at the top of the head or worn in a turban style is a 1940s trend. I really like the tribal ethnic look of these outfits.

These styles inspired me to make some purchases for my own spring wardrobe, although from a variety of sources.

These gorgeous silk tribal print top from Forever 21. Its sheer so it will need a camisole underneath, but just as gorgeous in person.

Also, these woven pants in olive from Forever 21. They are sort of silky, light weight and have a side zip. There are a few other harem type pants on the site, but I like these the best because there is no elastic at the ankles (great for shorter girls who might have to cuff).

Also from Forever 21, these faux suede shoes with stacked heels. I need some neutral color shoes (other than black) that also have a moderate, comfortable heel. I purchased the taupe which was darker in person and more of a mushroom color. But for $20 you can't go wrong. I may wear these with this look, but am also on the hunt for the perfect sandals.

And to perfect the look, I found this great Vera scarf on Etsy by sixcatsfunVINTAGE. All I need is a great pair of sunglasses!

Orange You Glad

A very adorable look (and surprising for autumn/ winter), but this orange shift - late 60s inspired - looks great on Gwyneth Paltrow. I love the simple cut and bracelet length sleeves for coverage. Here are some vintage (an affordable) similar finds.

60s Peach Button Front Dress by Veramode -$37

Vintage Coral Shift by olderthanyouare - $20

Joan Holloway ribbon Back Dress by ampeefyed - $68

And shoes to complete the look:

Leather and Wood Strappy Platforms by sugarshackvintage - $35

Suede Platform Sandals by SecondWindVintage - $34

Platform shoes in tan leather by AnastasiasCloset - $52

Feeling blue...

I love this look on Oliva Wilde. It looks great with her hair up, rosey pink lips, and red nail polish.

Here is a similar look by Calvin Klein for $145. The neckline is different but similar style overall.

And shoes to match... (Costume National blue leath platforms $287)

And for the vintage version... Peacock blue dress from ReviveVintage only $42.00

And grab these Anthropologie heels to match...

Don't forget your lipstick and nail polish...these are so cute from Paul & Joe, espsecially the kitty lipstick, perfect shade in Moon Shadow, too.

Cleaning out favorites...

Cleaning up some favorites on etsy and thought I'd share since I'll never get around to buying these, but they are wonderful!

Penaljo Sandals (size 7) from starletvintage ($28)

Yellow Vinyl Purse from gaeamonster ($20)

Red Vinyl Box Purse from vintagebluemoon ($75)

Blue flats from MySassyGrandma ($20)

Mod leather heels (sz 6) from retrotrend ($35)

Bird cage dress from chickendinnercandy ($42)

Candy Stripe dress dy from pintuckstyle ($45)

Lemon Yellow Linen Skirt & Top from RockThatFrock ($32)

Breakfast at Tiffanys

$12.50 from AardvarkEmporium

Cigarette holder ($55) from Vintageby1980sExcess

Pearl Necklace ($5) from tonightinparis

$35 from InTheClutch

Purse ($19) from Elyse72

Cat painting 'Sunbather' ($18) from AlisaPaints

Sleep mask ($7.50) from artcolors

Nightshirt ($20) from MySistersVintage

Tiara ($45) from GottaWannitVintage

Gloves ($19) from BajunaJewelryVintage

cigarette holder ($6.75) from LojoLaura

$39.50 from yesterdazed

$95 from DJVV

Dimestore ring ($4.50) from cOveTableCuriOsitIEs

$18 from elyse72