I was at a small vintage fair last weekend ~ and my, there were so many beautiful clothes. I spotted a pearl white Lucite handbag with a mirror inside, and get this ~ rhinestones on the handle and around the lid! I swoon, and cried inside a little when the price tag put it firmly out of my reach. There where even some amazing antique dresses ~ a bubble gum pink {of all the shades!} gown of silk and lace from the 1800s. A darling little cap hat from the 1940s with felt flowers circling the brim, decorated with rhinestone centres ~ so cute…. And it reminded me that I’d forgot to put my own hat on before walking out the door that morning! (ô д ô)
The Mister was away at the coast for a trip with friends, so I was bringing all three of the munchkins along for the jaunt, I’m actually surprised we made it all in one piece… Haha!!
What I really love about the outfit I wore is that I felt like it turned out to be a very Marie Antoinette~inspired look. There is something quite iconic about baby blue for her style ~ whenever I think of her dresses, I think of baby blue and frothy white lace.
It all started when my new~to~me vintage dress had a pretty baby blue and white stripe that matched my new ‘Miss Ellen’ fascinator from Daisy Jean Floral just perfectly. Then my wicker handbag with the floral Lucite inset coordinated so beautifully, it was like the pieces where made for each other! It was the perfect set to create a ensemble in Marie Antoinette’s opulent pastel style.
I think it’s one of those awesome wardrobe moments when everything comes together and creates an ensemble you didn’t even know you had until it’s there! (•ᵕ ᴗ ᵕ•)❀
I also modelled a leaf from Ms Dita’s book, and turned a small blemish that had encroached upon my chin into a beauty mark with just a touch of eyeliner. I feel like that really helped to create that 1700s French courtesan air, with just a touch of a smoulder.
And also, it was fun! I definitely think that for a look that is a step up from my normal vintage make up, I will be coming back to the beauty mark. It is perfect for an elegant evening out! Have you ever tried wearing a beauty mark? ʚ♡ɞ (• ᴗ •❁)
xox,
bonita
Disclosure | Daisy Jean Floral Designs and Lavender & Twill have partnered up this year to bring to you some amazing floral hair accessories! I bought the DJF hair flowers because I really like them, but I’m also excited to feature this wonderful Australian small business, and the pieces I buy are discounted as part of our agreement.
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’Miss Ellen’ Fascinator | Daisy Jean Floral Designs
Vintage late 50s/early 60s Marie Dress | OLL
Vintage White Embroidered Gloves | Thrifted
“Lola” 1950’s Vintage Lucite and Wicker Handbag | Etsy
Canvas Underskirt in White | Pinup Girl Clothing
Lacy Daisy Ballet Flats | Target
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