Monday, October 18, 2010
Clothing in a Can
I've been in hibernation the past few months due to some life/location changing things. Hopefully things are getting back to (a new) normal and I 'll be able to devote more time to the little old blog. In the meantime enjoy the strangest fashion news I've heard all week about spraying on clothing. Enjoy the link!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Rooftop Rendezvous Vintage Fashion Show
Friday night I had the opportunity to attend the Rooftop Rendezvous Vintage Fashion hosted by Sandro and Tati. The event took place on the rooftop of the West End 25 apartments with a gorgeous view of the Potomac, Georgetown, and Downtown DC. It was a perfect poolside location to check out some great summery vintage looks (the swimwear was my favorite). Check out the pictures below. Sadly, this was an event which made me realize that I need to save up for a new camera. I still managed to find a few diamonds in the rough. Enjoy!
The location itself was gorgeous and really made me reconsider living in a town house. Perhaps my landlord will decide he wants to put a pool on the roof.
The event also included an Opera singer, so awesome. I'm glad I managed to capture his hand movements.
The Fashion Show:
These two outfits just make me want to go to brunch and then shopping at the farmers market. Perfect for a casual summer Sunday.
I love the bright print on this skirt and that the blue matches his hat. I'm really happy to be seeing more bright prints like these. There is just something so happy about them. And I will never get enough of necklaces with huge beads.
Sadly this was the best picture I got of this orange knit dress. As a knitter I can appreciate the work that goes into a bulky knit dress, especially one that looks as sexy as this one.
The lighting at the time that this dress came out was perfect to show off the sequins. Such a fun look for a night out.
This dress makes me want to go out on the lanai with a pitcher of Sangria. The only thing missing for me is a big floppy hat. I think the best clothing tells you where to wear it and this dress certainly does. One of my favorites of the night.
Another of my favorites was this lace bathing suits. It looks so great on this model. The sheer effect is sexy without going overboard. Lovely!
These two outfits have convinced me that the next time I go swimming at night I must wear a bathing suit with white on it. Specifically white piping. I will never get lost!
One final time around the pool.
Katherine Limon of My Signature Look, one of the organizers of the fashion show.
The After Party:
Two of the fashion show guests Sarah and Bailey. I liked their outfits and got them to pose for me. Bailey is a recent graduate of the Art Institute in Fashion Design. I love Sarah's use of the red lipstick trend. It's a nice color contrast with the black of her dress and accessories.
Sadly, I didn't get a good picture of this fabulous gold dress during the show. The model kindly posed for me along with Chris Rushton and Ninette Oommen who were responsible for the gorgeous hair and make-up.
The location itself was gorgeous and really made me reconsider living in a town house. Perhaps my landlord will decide he wants to put a pool on the roof.
The event also included an Opera singer, so awesome. I'm glad I managed to capture his hand movements.
The Fashion Show:
These two outfits just make me want to go to brunch and then shopping at the farmers market. Perfect for a casual summer Sunday.
I love the bright print on this skirt and that the blue matches his hat. I'm really happy to be seeing more bright prints like these. There is just something so happy about them. And I will never get enough of necklaces with huge beads.
Sadly this was the best picture I got of this orange knit dress. As a knitter I can appreciate the work that goes into a bulky knit dress, especially one that looks as sexy as this one.
The lighting at the time that this dress came out was perfect to show off the sequins. Such a fun look for a night out.
This dress makes me want to go out on the lanai with a pitcher of Sangria. The only thing missing for me is a big floppy hat. I think the best clothing tells you where to wear it and this dress certainly does. One of my favorites of the night.
Another of my favorites was this lace bathing suits. It looks so great on this model. The sheer effect is sexy without going overboard. Lovely!
These two outfits have convinced me that the next time I go swimming at night I must wear a bathing suit with white on it. Specifically white piping. I will never get lost!
One final time around the pool.
Katherine Limon of My Signature Look, one of the organizers of the fashion show.
The After Party:
Two of the fashion show guests Sarah and Bailey. I liked their outfits and got them to pose for me. Bailey is a recent graduate of the Art Institute in Fashion Design. I love Sarah's use of the red lipstick trend. It's a nice color contrast with the black of her dress and accessories.
Sadly, I didn't get a good picture of this fabulous gold dress during the show. The model kindly posed for me along with Chris Rushton and Ninette Oommen who were responsible for the gorgeous hair and make-up.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Check it out!
Photos are up at Elizabeth Anne Designs for a photo shoot I styled for Julianne Smith from The Garter Girl. Go check them out and comment on the post so that Julianne wins the contest! It was such a fun day that it's nice to see that the pictures turned out so well!
Monday, June 14, 2010
Seersucker Social
Sadly I was working all day Saturday and could not go to the Seersucker Social, a bike ride and social where everyone puts on their best vintage duds. The event was sponsored by Dandies and Quaintrelles who also organized the Tweed ride last fall. The Washingtonian has a great slide show of the event. Enjoy all the vintagey goodness and start stocking up on your vintage tweed for the Tweed ride!
Image courtesy of the Washingtonian
Update: More pics over at DCist.
Image courtesy of DCist
Yet another update! Reader Candice clued me into this great video her brother made of the event:
Image courtesy of the Washingtonian
Update: More pics over at DCist.
Image courtesy of DCist
Yet another update! Reader Candice clued me into this great video her brother made of the event:
The Seersucker Social from ReadysetDC on Vimeo.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Inspiration: New Dress A Day
Right now I'm kind of web obsessed with New Dress A Day, a blog where instead of cooking her way through Julia Childs cookbook, the author modifies a dress every. single. day. Oh, to have the time and closet space! Plus she spends a dollar of less on each outfit. Looking at the blog all I want to do is buy large over sized caftans to turn in to cute sundresses. That and live in the desert and drink sangria all the time. In a word, it is very inspirational.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
I'm on the Worn Magazine Blog!
One my vintage modifications was featured on the Worn Magazine Blog. It's about mid-way through the post, the turquoise terry cloth dress. I hope to have more of modifications at Junction soon.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Maryland Sheep And Wool
Hey Friends! Sorry I've been MIA for a while, but I've had a busy couple of weeks doing lots of fun things. I promise to share all of them with you. First up is the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival which took place the first weekend in May. According to the website it's a festival that "is sponsored by the Maryland Sheep Breeders Association, Inc., a non-profit organization. The Festival's purpose is to educate the public about sheep and wool." [Hence, the name Sheep AND Wool] So not only are there a ton of vendors selling yarn, but you can also see the cute little animals that produce it. Don't worry none of the animals are harmed during the production of yarn, so it's one of the more sustainable methods of clothing production. I'm a knitter, so this was like knitting heaven for me. Pictures below!
Of course there were plenty of sheep to be seen. I just love the sort of "What up" expression on their faces.
Along with adorable little lambs. So cute!
It was a hot day so I was kind of glad to see their coats shorn and have some relief from the heat.
Close up!
There were a ton of people spinning the yarn into wool as well. It took all of my will power to not pick up spinning as a hobby.
I had to use that will power again to not take up weaving. A girl can have only so many hobbies.
Just a sampling of the yarns available.
And some more. Heavenly.
Of course you can produce yarn from other animals too. Including alpacas...
...and baby bunnies! Of course the bunny yarn was the first to go, so it was long gone by the time I got there. The bunnies themselves, however, were still hanging out and taunting me with their cuteness. Pictured is Sam from Thistle Down Alpacas.
There was also a felt yurt that you could go into. It was surprisingly cool in their and provided a nice escape for the hot day.
The yurt from the inside.
They day ended with an impromptu junk band concert by the kids.
Overall, it was a great day. And while this post is not really fashion related, it's a good chance to reflect on where our clothing comes from. That wool sweater* you're wearing was once on a sheep. Think about it.
*Ok, maybe your aren't wearing the sweater right now since it's almost 80 degrees, but the principle is still the same.
Of course there were plenty of sheep to be seen. I just love the sort of "What up" expression on their faces.
Along with adorable little lambs. So cute!
It was a hot day so I was kind of glad to see their coats shorn and have some relief from the heat.
Close up!
There were a ton of people spinning the yarn into wool as well. It took all of my will power to not pick up spinning as a hobby.
I had to use that will power again to not take up weaving. A girl can have only so many hobbies.
Just a sampling of the yarns available.
And some more. Heavenly.
Of course you can produce yarn from other animals too. Including alpacas...
...and baby bunnies! Of course the bunny yarn was the first to go, so it was long gone by the time I got there. The bunnies themselves, however, were still hanging out and taunting me with their cuteness. Pictured is Sam from Thistle Down Alpacas.
There was also a felt yurt that you could go into. It was surprisingly cool in their and provided a nice escape for the hot day.
The yurt from the inside.
They day ended with an impromptu junk band concert by the kids.
Overall, it was a great day. And while this post is not really fashion related, it's a good chance to reflect on where our clothing comes from. That wool sweater* you're wearing was once on a sheep. Think about it.
*Ok, maybe your aren't wearing the sweater right now since it's almost 80 degrees, but the principle is still the same.
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