Dress like Downton Abbey’s Lady Mary All women imagine what it might be like to live during a time when femininity and elegance were fully embraced. This is one of the reasons behind the popularity of Downton Abbey, with Downton Abbey’s Lady Mary in particular. Viewers love living vicariously through the characters as they navigate…
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Wearing Nataya Dresses for petite women 5'3" and Shorter
Finding trendy and stylish petite clothing for older women can be tricky, and finding petite plus clothing can be even more so. Today we will take a quick look at how to spot items that flatter your height and figure, but also what to do if the fit is a little off. You can find…
How to clean your tulle wedding Dress
Finding the perfect tulle wedding dress can be the accomplishment of a lifetime. Whether you discovered the dress in a chic second-hand boutique, or had yours handcrafted, it’s a garment that you’ll want to keep in perfect condition for a lifetime. Sometimes though, life intervenes, and you’ll find that food or drink has left an…
DIY Flower Flapper Headpiece
Gatsby wouldn’t be Gatsby if it weren’t set in the 1920s. Everything in that world was about style and flash, and what a glamorous time it was! When creating your own 20s flapper ensemble keep in mind that the fashion of the 1920s was all about fringe, sparkle, over-sized flowers and jewels, and adorable head…
Vintage Inspired Anniversary Flower Ideas
There are certain milestones in every relationship in which the celebration should go above and beyond a dinner date. Celebrate these landmarks by choosing one of our vintage inspired anniversary flower ideas. These ideas will allow you to match your own unique style with traditions handed down through generations, including the traditional anniversary flower types that…
Style tips from a girl who knows Plus Size Gatsby Dresses
How do you dress a body that looks nothing like the models in the catalog photos or vintage fashion illustrations? That is a question that most women ask themselves at some point, especially when choosing formal wear for special occasions. While this situation is a challenge for the average-sized woman, it can be downright painful…
6 types of hats from yesteryear that you should wear today
A hat, of course, is a head covering. It was originally developed to protect the head from the sun and/or cold, with the earliest known hats dating back to 3200 B.C., worn by ancient Egyptians and Mesopotamians. Throughout much of history, hats were used to denote status. Most societies had rules regarding who could wear what…
Customer Corner: Real Women Wear Hats
That’s right, real women wear hats. This customer corner piece is all about Carol Joyce Gold and her experience with the Louisa Voisine Millinery. Don’t you agree, she is a beautiful example of just how attractive hats really can be. Just look at her, she is simply spectacular…
Proposal Ideas to Share with your Significant Other
Since we were little girls, most of us have been dreaming of our wedding day. But, our idea of the proposal is a bit fairy tale-ish. All of our friends and family have shared their stories with us about how and where they were proposed to. Some are romantic, some are hilarious, and still others…
How to Make Your Romantic Dress and Outfit
If you have a romantic outfit that you know deep in your heart needs that one piece to make it complete, we’ve put together some ideas on just how you may be able to accomplish that. First, a romantic vintage coat, jacket or shawl is always a fantastic way to complete your romantic look. Wearing…