Making your kitsch dreams come true...

Kitschyliving

A whole room full of amazing. Well you can thank me for helping you get there, starting with the footstool...

The Atomic Attic

Hey Specksy.

If there is one thing I have learnt since starting university it is that I really need to go get my eyes tested. I am not currently a bespectacled lady but if it must be I know I want something that looks really good. It won't be Specsavers own for me when Retrospecs have a great selection of retro styles.

And if I don't need glasses? Well they have a pretty sweet selection of sunglasses too. And everyone needs those.

Sweet.

Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti F/W2011/12 at NYFW. This collection screams Deborah. Believe me. Pastels, retro shapes, beautiful shoes.

TFS

Bright Young Things.

I didn't do a Friday I'm in Love! Sorry, I have been a busy bee, work, essay, boyfriend. So to make up for it I want to send you over to Youthquakers which is a fantastic blog full of Vogue magazines from the 70s. Wonderful, especially great to take inspiration from this season as the 70s will be in. And to be super cool this Summer check out how they did (also very s/s2011) colour blocking and chunky heels back then.

Pictures from Youthquakers

I would be more than happy with any of those shoes. If you know of any similar ones let me know and I might just love you forever. x

Friday, I'm in Love.

I have this massive folder on my computer named Nice Things. So I have decided, every Friday I am going to show you these nice things. And maybe other good stuff I want to share that week. I don't have credits and sources for most of these files so i am sorry, but if anyone does know where I originally have this stuff from please let me know and I will happily credit accordingly. Here goes....

I know its Chanel. I think its a cruise collection. Not sure what year.

• Natalie Dee - Makes me smile every morning.

• I had a leaflet slid under the door for 123 Bethnal Green Road's Vintage Sale. Fill a bag for £10 or £20? Sounds pretty good to me after my Vintage Kilo Sale finds. I am pretty sure it won't be true vintage but still...It did start on the 8th though. Will all the good stuff be gone?

Actually after looking at the Facebook page maybe I will be happy with the shop regardless.

• Scalpture - For the best hair inspiration. Always

• Being in the Visit stage of  a long distance relationship. If my posting is infrequent for a while, this is why.

Hair.

I am in desperate need of a hair change. My poor locks haven't been snipped since September (!) and I have decided its about time I took the plunge and braved a new hairdresser in London. And while I was super happy with my one length bob I have the hair change itch once again. Usually this is the point where I would whack on some dye but I doubt my current job would be happy about me turning up with any of the colours I am likely to use so styling it will have to be. I have decided I will stick with the one length bob after seeing a copy of Style Me Vintage in Urban Outfitters (and I will get around to buying it) and then realising the salon is right by mine! The Painted Lady. I can keep my cut and style it like this apparently....

 or for a slightly more modern feel see the Yves Saint Laurent S/S 11 campaign.

And maybe it is what I was edging towards in the Summer?

(Cringe, pic of me time)

More Turban Tying Fun.

I cam across this video from the 1940s whilst researching more ways to tie scarves onto your head. And very nice it is too. The outdated attitudes of the male voiceover is worth giggle too.

Head Case.

I wish I was more of a "hat person" but the truth is I always feel a little self concious with something perched atop my head. I am working on it though and have been loving my furry hat this winter. Toasty ears plus plenty of compliments are a surefire way to help banish any feelings of insecurity in your headwear. I have also been feeling the turban trend which is starting to emerge.

Everything Style

I love the old school glamour look it gives. A quick google throws up squillions of fabric versions and tutorials for how to tie a scarf into a turban can also be found and I can't wait for the warmer weather as I would love to use this as a way to protect my bleached hair from the suns rays, but I wanted something cosier. Of course! Knitted turban!

ASOS

But seeing as I am aiming to improve my knitting skills I thought I would DIY this! So I have purchased a vintage knitting pattern from an Etsy seller. This one.

So wish me luck! This may or may not happen. But hopefully it will. I think I would like grey or navy and I am going to keep my eyes open for a beautiful sparkly brooch to pin onto the finished piece. The cherry on top if you will.

Shake It Baby.

I have an insane love of glitter hence my following of the incredibly sparkly Fuck Yeah Glitter & Sparkles and whilst gazing lovingly at the aforementioned site I followed this link and I am now full of want for vintage salt shakers into which to decant my beloved MAC glitters.