Sweetie with Stanley Smith

Today is my 21st birthday. As I share the date with the adorable Nancy Carroll, here are a few pics.

Illusion 1929

The Shopworn Angel

Sweetie with Stanley Smith

Delman shoes and clutch, 1960

Delman matching embellished high heels and clutch purse c. 1960

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Style Inspiration: 1920s Photographs

Virginia Valli by Donald Biddle Keyes. Source: My Vintage Vogue

Golflex Advertisement c. 1927

Flapper c. 1925

Vanity c. October 1920

Dora Ford

Lilyan Tashman. Photo by Melbourne Spurr/td>

Corinne Griffith

Source: My Vintage Vogue

Hairstyle Inspiration: Dorothy Dell

Dorothy Dell

Review

REVIEW dress advertisement recently featured in the Febuary 2011 issue of Madison Australia

What a great look this would be for a bridesmaid. The dress clearly has influences in the 1950s, but the short length modernises the silouette, leaving a pretty foral dress suitable for party, wedding or formal event. I also love this hairstyle - it is quite simple to do and could be worn in a variety of situations from school to a formal event. Two pieces of hair frame the face, while the rest has been swept back and secured low. The headband adds interest to the style, and gives it an air of sweetness. However, pairing the headband with an updo keeps the the model looking sophisticated rather than like a young girl. The shoes are also, worth a mention: the solid colour compliments rather than competes with the dress, and the siluette is fairly classic, with an eye to current trends. The overall look is classic and feminine, but not old-fashioned.

Miss Soho Coral from Peep Toe Shoes

Bow headband. Other examples of similar headbands can be found here,  here, here,  here and here.

Hairstyle Inspiration: Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly wearing a hat with a birdcage veil

Hairstyle Inspiration: Gloria DeHaven

Gloria DeHaven. Source: Listal

Hairstyle Inspiration: Anita Louise

Anita Louise

Isadora's Antique Jewellery

Isadora's has a collection of antique jewellery, dating from the Georgian era to mid 20th century, and retro. Some items are beautiful yet prohibitively expensive, while others cost only a few hundred dollars. There is jewellery for both men and women in a variety of styles, metals and stones, however the pictures shown below are those which suit my personal preferences. While the price tags may be a disincentive for all but the wealthy to purchase as simply an addition to their wardrobe, there are some reasonably priced engagement rings. Personally, I am content to oggle at pretty things that I probably wouldn't have an occasion to wear.

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Ring c. 1918, Mid Twentieth Century Diamond Ring c. 1950

European Art Deco Zircon Ring c. 1940, Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Bracelet c. 1920

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring c. 1930, Vintage Diamond Bulova Ladies Watch

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Earings c. 1920, Edwardian Diamond Platinum Ring c. 1915

Diamond, Emerald and Pearl Choker c. 1940, Deco Diamond Filigree Ring

Art Deco Diamond Ring c. 1930, Mid 20th Century Diamond Eternity Band c 1950

Mid 20th Century Diamond Ring c. 1950, Vintage Pearl and Diamond Earings c. 1930

Mid 20th Century diamond ring c. 1950, French Sapphire and Diamond Ring c. 1930

Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Ring c. 1920, 1950′s Diamond Ring c. 1950

Hairstyle Inspiration: Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn

A pretty pixie cut with a short fringe that draws attention to her beautiful eyes and delicate features, and of course those cute hoop earrings. I also love her eyebrows and lipstick.

Style Inspiration: Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn with a handbag

This picture really demonstrates how accessorising well can take an outfit to that next level.

Hairstyle Inspiration: Ruth Hussey

Ruth Hussey

Ruth is wearing a cute short-medium curly/wavy style with a hair accessory and some killer false eyelashes. It would make a softer alternative to finger waves for those with short hair.

Hair Inspiration: Betty Grable

Betty Grable

Betty Grable shows us how to wear short-medium hair with a hat. This would make a good style for the races.