Snow fun!

I love it... for about five seconds and then I get annoyed by the fact that here in the Netherlands, everything.... yes EVERYTHING stops functioning properly because of it. Trains malfunction, school close their doors and people can't stop complaining about the cold. However, snow is pretty.... and it allows me to wear my furry hats! What do you think of my gorgeous raspberry red dress....?

Dress: 50s vintage

Cardigan: Only

Belt: vintage

Shoes: Bronx

Hat: thrifted

Gloves: 50s vintage

Coat: 70s vintage

Mildred Pierce

The HBO mini-series 'Mildred Pierce' tells the story of a divorced single mom who tries to cope with the Great Depression, her divorce and a narcissistic elder daughter Veda. In five long episodes she opens a restaurant, falls in love with a questionable man and most of all; she tries to salvage the already-strained relationship with Veda.

The story of Mildred Pierce is based on a 1941 novel by James M. Cain and the script stays very true to the book. It's a gorgeous, sad yet beautiful story about love, pride, ambition and undying loyalty. I love that the story is (close to) realistic... you can really relate to Mildred and her struggles (without necessarilly agreeing with her.) No 'Bold and the Beautiful' hystericals; "Brooke I am you father.... and stephbrother... and I slept with your daughter...and sister. While my son was secretly having a affair with you mother... ánd uncle..." (ok I'm drifting off... but you get my point.) A beautiful story, very pleasant to follow because of the relaxed pace over those five episodes. Needles to say... The fashion is GORGEOUS.

I'll tell you a bit about the fashion and give a little introduction about the series (with complementary screenshots): The story starts in 1931 with the Depression just settling in, so money is scarce. Which is portrayed perfectly when you see Mildred wearing the same dress quite a lot in the first episodes.... there is no money and the clothes are sobre and functional. With her needing to find a job as a single mom, she tries keep Veda satisfied (in the end unsuccesfully) by finding a propper job... which after a considerate amount of let-downs leads to a job as a waitress. Of course this isn't nearly good enough for young Veda, so Mildred feels pressured to come up with a different plan; opening her own restaurant... the waitress job being for 'experience' (at first an excuse to keep Veda content for the time being.)

Since she is a magnificent cook, the restaurant (called Mildred's) becomes a great succes in no time. Leading to a increasing income for Mildred and her family. The fashion both Mildred and Veda are seen in 'grows' with the growing succes in the restaurant buissiness; they start wearing more different outfits..... and more luxurious ones I might add. Up to the most decadent looks in the end. Véry véry pleasant to watch, while enjoying the actual story. I can really recommend watching this series for the story ánd the fashion. Just look at these screenshots! (L)

Intriguing portret

Tom Lyle, with his 14-years old son Tom Lyle Williams Jr. in 1926

Dress like: a Fifties Darling!

Yes, I am well aware of the fact that it is still winter. However, that doesn't stop me from fantasising about those first days in spring, when you leave your house and discover you no longer need a coat. I always love to wear circle skirts when it's not too hot, but warm enough. They make me feel feminine and pretty. Inspired and all, I put together this cute fifties look.

Skirt: Topshop

Blouse: H&M

Belt: Pieces

Purse: New Look

Shoes and Sunglasses: Asos

Give-away 2!

Congrats Caroline Dalman!

A bargain...

I bought myself a little gift at the fleamarket yesterday; for only 1 euro!

Fleamarket fun!

I'm sure most of you know I love visiting fleamarkets. Yesterday me and my friend Tante Patent didn't just visit the local fleamarket in the Veemarkthallen... we rented a booth, brought pretty things and spend the day trying to sell beautiful vintage pieces! We were very pleased to see a lot of our gorgeousness went to sweet and appreciative customers. The best moment of the day; selling a dark blue ballgown to a 10-yeard-old girl  that she'll be wearing to a Fantasy Fair this spring(L)!

The building looked as vintage as our clothes!

Our booth and Tante enjoying a much deserved sandwich

Ahh just ook at those old stock cuties!

Unfortunately no one bought this gorgeous fifties wedding dress :(

Our view.... we believe the neighbours didn't sell a lot of cars yesterday

Some antique vests

How can you resist.....

Thé prettiest dresses ever!!

Good thing I wore my lammy coat; it was freezing!

Yummy.... sandwiches and coffee from Patricks Food Corner!

Tiny forties wedges... to die for (L)

We had such a lovely day! 

Dress like: Marlene

I'm going to add another feature to this blog. The 'Dress Like' posts will be about the style of an icon from the past. I'll put together a look from modern day (web)shops, inspired by the icon that is featured. The first lady I'm going to post about is the woman know for her masculine charm: Marlene Dietrich!

Everyone who has seen a movie with Marlene in it, will have noticed that she wasn't very mainstream. Her face and overall appearance are very androgynous. She wore a lot of (hight waisted) pants, which was quite shocking for women at the time. But she always remained feminine in my opinion, even while wearing a tuxedo and a top hat. Looking good was important for her, and if you read a bit about the lady you'll find out she went pretty far to maintain her special looks. Did you ever thought about how it was possible for her eyebrows to look so 'lifted'? Face-lifts were performed at the time, but they weren't very effective. Story goes Malrene put surgical pins in her wigs that lifted her forehead.... Some call it crazy; I call it dedication.

I dress for the image. Not for myself, not for the public, not for fashion, not for men.

-Marlene Dietrich

Blouse: Esprit

Trousers: Zara

Shoes: Asos (sale)

Hat: Bijenkorf

Belt: New Look