6.11.2008
Time for cherries and blue skies again...!


What a pretty print on this vintage blouse! Pale blue flowers rest on white square medallions against a cheerful red background. Originally a long-sleeved blouse, it was altered to be short sleeved instead, with very pretty effect (come to think of it, I've a dress which looks weird with long sleeves...). The open pointed collar is chic and modern, and will also allow you to remain a bit cooler than a full button-up would, as if anyone buttons these shirts all the way up during the sweltering days of summer anyhow.

In addition to fixing the sleeves, all of the buttons have been replaced with pale blue ones. Overall, this is very cute! While I'd belt this for a more fitted look, you may want to wear this as-is. It's very cute and would be great for the office, camping (wouldn't you look sweet and adorable bringing the s'mores supplies over with this shirt topping some jeans?), or just hanging out. It's also a great choice for Independence Day, providing the weather's cool enough. The shirt fits a 6-8 and is shown on a size 8 dress form; your best bet may be to write the seller, Green Slate, if you want more specific measurements. This darling top is only $15!

Green Slate salvages materials and clothing and re-purposes or refurbishes them, hence the 'green'. Really, they're upcycling, aren't they? The shop also has a very pretty dress available, as well as several aprons for both cooking and utility work (think gardening, or maybe just chasing the kids around the house). Enjoy your browsing!

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1.04.2008
Fun Friday: Display Your Support of Wetlands!


It's fortunate that this world is so full of whimsical people, because without them, it would be a world facing a dearth of whimsical prints. Take the print on this vintage button-down from themoonismymother. Lilypads, dragonflies, pond grasses, even a few little frogs peering curiously out of the water bedeck this shirt in the sweetest of fashions.

The print isn't all there is to love; check out the flashy big, pointy collar, the cuffed sleeves, and the very nicely made button placket add class and sophistication to this pretty blouse. Wear it tucked in, or untucked with a wide belt.

It would probably fit a medium to large well, as it fits a 36" waist. $19.


Have a great weekend!

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1.03.2008
Sweet Polka Dots


There's just something about polka dots, isn't there? So cheerful and whimsical, yet classically stylish. They look equally charming on a grown woman at a cocktail party as they do on a little girl at the park.

Clearly, polka dots were divinely inspired.

That's just one reason you ought to snap up this lovely and sophisticated polka dot top. Handmade by artist Donna Lee, who has made theatre costumes in the past, this cute top really does has a 50s Italian flair. It reminds me of something Audrey Hepburn would have worn, perhaps with some cigarette pants and ballet slippers, or maybe a pencil skirt or the sort of soft, swishy one Cyd Charisse would have worn for a big dance number. A size 14 (38 bust, 32 waist) the broadcloth blouse features 4 vintage-style domed round buttons in front and on on each of the contrasting cuffs. The dolman sleeves are comfortable and pretty, and so will you be in this blouse! $65 from Donna Lee Retro.

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