While some sweet and wholesome people celebrate pumpkin spice season once the leave start to turn, there’s a second, darker period that others look forward to embracing each year: femme fatale fall. Fall is the perfect time of year to channel the most intriguing and fashionable figures of 1940s film noir. Femme fatale style is […]
One of my most reliable makeup bag must-haves is a pretty mauve lipstick. As a lover of Old Hollywood beauty, I often gravitate toward red lipstick, but I also like to try new colors depending on my mood or the occasion. Sometimes I’d just rather not bother with the precise lining and application required for […]
As a notorious overpacker, I often struggle with how to pack for a long trip. I know that in theory, you should pack items that you can mix and match and wear several times. Even so, I find myself stuffing way too many outfit options into my suitcase, no matter where I’m traveling. However, I’m […]
Searches for sustainable travel ideas are on the rise, and that includes finding the best luggage that’s attractive, functional and made with sustainable materials. Paravel is a sustainable luggage brand that makes some of the most stylish travel products I’ve ever seen. I’m thrilled to partner with Paravel and share more about the beautiful, eco-friendly […]
Long, flirty eyelashes are an iconic feature of Old Hollywood makeup, and it’s easy to get the look with one of today’s best lengthening mascaras. A far cry from the squeeze tube and solid “cake” mascaras of the past, modern mascaras come with innovative wand shapes that add volume, lift and length to lashes. A […]
I’m taking full advantage of the long Memorial Day weekend by heading to the mountains to relax and recharge. When I travel, there are a handful of items I always bring with me—sunscreen, stylish pajamas and an instant camera for capturing memories—but Memorial Day also requires a few key summer pieces, like a cute retro […]
Style goes beyond tailored suits, cocktail dresses and statement hats for devoted vintage fashion lovers. Our passion for vintage clothing extends to nearly all areas of life, including enjoying the great outdoors. Putting together cute vintage camping and hiking outfit ideas is a fun part of the nature trip planning process. Hiking and camping are […]
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Simple Retro. All reviews and opinions are my own. Spring has spring and it’s finally a reasonable time to pack away the bulky winter clothing and add a few new cute outfits for spring to our closets. I’m excited to share that I’ve partnered with retro fashion brand Simple […]
A Rum Old Fashioned is a delicious twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, which is typically made with whiskey. I’m not a big whiskey fan, but I do appreciate the simple, sophisticated nature of the Old Fashioned drink that allows the main spirit to shine. This cocktail is easy to make at home with […]
Figuring out how to wear a beret hat without feeling silly can be difficult if you’re new to the hat style. However, beret hats have been one of the most popular styles of women’s hats for decades. There are so many cute ways to wear a beret hat with vintage outfits, whether it’s with wide […]