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!
Who wouldn't want one of these mod bubble umbrellas? (about $14) Be sure to search the Target site as they have other colors and styles.
I love this very old fashioned style hair dryer ($30). Yes, they still use similar designs in the salons, but to have one at home for setting your hair is much better. You can change your nail polish while your hair dries! I have one of the original ones from the 1960s but it weighs about 25 lbs. This is convenient as it fold up for easy storage and only weighs about 7lbs.
This dress has such a cool print and it is perfect for the summer. I was not thrilled with the back being longer than the front, but some home reconstructing can easily fix that. Plus, at $14 you really can't go wrong.
If I had just seen it on the website I probably would not have bought it, but in the store the color is muted and not so loud. The embroidered detail is also pleasing in a retro way.
I do have an obsession with the perfect white blouse. I love finding just the right one, but have a terrible tendency to ruin them...either stain, washing/drying damage, iron, rip...you name it. Murphy's Law, right? Let's hope that nothing goes awry with these babies...both from Urban Outfitters (Knock on wood).
The first Lyell blouse I would call the 'Holy Grail' of white blouses...Peter pan collar, puff sleeves, tucks...hallelujah!
And the next is light & fun, perfect for spring...and on sale for $20 (in store)
And more goodies for your tootsies...these adorable Ben Sherman mary jane stacked heels. I'd buy them if I could only find them in my size.
I purchased these shoes on eBay and really love them, just have yet to wear them. I am not sure what to wear them with:
They were about $25, not including shipping and you can get them from eBay seller sit-shoe-ation.
I really admire the Victor Costa dresses. They are definitely from the 80s but have a certain vintage timelessness to them. I've been eyeing some on eBay. Here is a great example...
I'm on a real shoe shopping spree. I also purchased these white mary janes with patent detail from gojane.com. I may wear these with more of my early 1960s style dresses since they have a mod flare. The best part is they are only $13.00!
