Music Monday...

Husky...

History's Door was one of those songs i kept catching the middle or end of..which was so frustrating because it took me a long time to figure out what band was responsible for this amazing tune...i love songs that can make you feel like you might have left your body for a few moments and are floating on the ceiling somewhere, then it finishes and you snap back to reality...to just hit play again..
And it also doesn't hurt that they are a rather cute bearded bunch of talented goodness!!!
Happy Monday XX

Rambling Rose...

Ive begun to realize i go through what feels like 50 pairs of stockings in winter because im so cold in the mornings im basically pulling them on at warp speed i promise you these red beauties are about all i have left in my stock pile!!
These freezing mornings are leaving me wanting a tropical holiday...somewhere..anywhere, especially since winter is no season for a forgetful person like me..leaving car windows down and the washing on the line..which means im smacking my forehead a little more than usual!!!















Im not quite sure if this (pretty perfect) gingham top was part of a set and had a blouse to match underneath but i found it quite lonesome in the op shop..and unless i was to cause a few raised eyebrows walking down the street i figured a bow blouse was the way to go!! it has everything that makes my heart flutter, beautiful red piping, buttons and a gingham pattern...although i thought i could just tuck my blouse sleeves up and it wouldn't irritate me was a bit of a dopey move but wont be doing that again in a hurry!!

Im hoping to have a pretty quiet weekend..spending time with the boy, cuddling up to the kittens and drinking lots of hot chocolate!! and maybe squeezing in a few handmade projects!!
Thanks for reading lovelies XX

(Wearing: Vintage suede skirt, Vintage bow blouse, Op Shopped Gingham Top, Boston Babes Heels, Vintage Bag, Diana Camera, Dotti Red Tights)

Hair Styling // Winter Looks I Love...

I have had a few emails and comments asking me h0w i styled a few of my hairstyles in my outfit posts and even though im no expert i thought id show you four winter hair looks im simply obsessed with right now (of course these styles can be worn in Summer too)

Looped Quiff ...
Using second day washed hair curl using a hair straightener or curling wand all over, loosly tousle your curls and spray with hairspray.
Select a top section taking from one side of your head and take the end strands to tuck it underneath creating a curl (see image two) use bobby pins to secure in place ensuring you can see the pins too much.
I love this look when im wearing a cute floral dress layered with stockings!!!




60's Big Hair...
To acheive this style you can use hair that was curled yesterday or second day washed hair, re-curl sections of your hair and then flip your hair upside-down and use hairspray all over.
Take a comb and tease out the side pieces to get a little more volume and then brush your front fringe all the way back teasing it a little also.
Get a cute headband or fabric strip and tie underneath.
This hairstyle is so easy and takes two seconds to do..its fun and great if your rushing out the door!!!





Vintage Inspired Up Do...
This is actually very simple to do and once you get the hang of it takes a couple of minutes.
Make sure you have second day washed hair, take one corner section as in hairstyle 1 ( in a triangle shape) and do the roll pin then take the other triangle side and just simply roll it and pin trying to get it as high as you can, then gather the remaining hair and pull to your prefered side and twist into a bun.
I like to wear a cute bow headband or even a Grecian style beaded headband to mix it up a little




I apologize that i don't have step by step images for you to see the process its a little hard taking the photos myself hopefully i can swindle a friend to take photos for me one day..
So i hope you liked seeing my favourite four hairstyles for winter (notice most of them are curly??) my hair likes to explode into a frizz ball when it rains!! so its easier to conceal with curls haha
Happy Tuesday XX

Music Monday...

Wild Nothing...

I thought id upload a slow moving pick me up song this morning...(is there such a thing) i listen to Wild Nothing when im having a particularly nostalgic day or i just cant get moving!!!
I love the drawling lyrics and semi up beat feel to them...they are pretty darn swell!! Even though they dont have a video to match the tone of the song, just push play and close your eyes haha..
Hope this semi-gets you moving today..this cloudy weather makes me want to crawl back in bed.
XX

Simple Vintage...

I have been dressing in alot of pastel toned clothes lately im guessing its the change in weather and that all my winter clothes are creamy pinks and browns but since its so cold in the mornings im finding it harder to want to hover in front of my wardrobe and construct outfits while my toes freeze..so ive been taking a simple vintage road and sticking to cute mid sleeve tops and thicker material skirts..easy to layer with stockings but still feeling cute and vintage inspired and of course like me!!!
I attached two pics that are inspiring me at the moment Audrey Hepburn does simple styling so amazingly..













I found this side split skirt while op shopping last week and im pretty happy with how warm it is!!! i dont mind a good winter skirt!!
Ive also been putting together some winter inspired hair up do's and styling that i will post next week..
I hope you have a fab weekend, im saying Bon Voyage to two amazing friends tonight and having Christmas in July tomorrow night with the family...mmm..christmas pudding!!!

(Wearing: Vintage cream skirt, White Dotti top, Vintage pink belt, Brown Patent leather peep toe shoes, Vintage Necklace, BYS lilac nailpolish)

Life via Instagram...

1 - Jam Doughnuts...yumm
2 - Colour Coordinating Coffee
3 - Wall Art in the city
4 - Daily Outfit
5 - Fruit Dress on a mildly sunny day
6 - Lilac Coloured Nails
7 - Hair & Makeup at the M/M Photoshoot
8 - Vanilla Cupcakes
9 - Napping Kitties
10 - Bowling with the boy..
11 - Checker Dress & Plum Nails
12 - Candle Watching
13 - Homemade Pancakes
14 - Grilled - best burgers in town
15 - Morning car photos
16 - Photo-shoot props
17 - Handmade Vintage Bows
18 - Puddle Jumping!!!

Hope your having a swell week!! im trying to fight off a annoying little cold..darn it!! lots of green tea for me!! XX

Messy Buns and Bow Blouses..

Well its official ive pulled out the black pants... its too cold even for tights now!! and so the Winter rituals have started, running from the steaming shower to stand in front of the heater, sleeping in because its too cold to get out of bed, drinking copius amounts of green tea and avoiding standing next to the flu ridden people on the train!!















My flat mate had a huge wardrobe clean out and was throwing out this gorgeous vintage blazer (which i snapped up) it fits perfectly and is thick enough to wear during these freezing days, its so easy to style just throw on a white bow blouse and pants or a red top and black pencil skirt!!

Ive been trying to master the art of the perfectly messy bun..as simple as it looks mine always turns out flat or lopsided in areas!! but i think the longer my hair gets the easier it is to tease and wrap!!
Well im off to make another tea and start my day XX

(Wearing: Vintage blazer, Just Jeans pants, Vintage bow blouse, Collette heart earrings & ring, Vintage bag and watch and Boston Babes pumps)

Music Monday...

The Head And The Heart...

If your an avid Indi Folk listener and you haven't heard of The Head And The Heart (hand slap) then your going to thank me for uploading them today, unless you develop an unhealthy obsession like i (definately) have scouring their previous albums and hoping their tour dates will change and maybe..hopefully..fingers crossed..they will come to Australia (which would be in my dreams really) I adore them so!! they are the perfect mix of heart on a sleeve lyrics mixed with beautiful harmonies..and Charity Rose has the most divine voice!!
Its not hard to make my heart swell when i listen to folk music but they really are so talented...they could bring anyone to tears or trudge up thoughts of missing home!!
XX

LBD // New In The Shop

LBD (little Black Dress) of course!!! a few little cute black dresses i picked up i adore the Ring A Rosie dress with the little neckline roses, its perfect for Winter layered with tights!!

Perri Cutten Black Shirt Dress & Black And Gold Shoulder Dress

Ring A Rosie Black Dress & Remember this cutie?? Black Peplum Dress

All these dresses are now available for purchase in The Vintage Valley Shop..
Have a wonderful day XX