September 23rd!

 I've realized that it's quite apparent that about 90% of my wardrobe is due in part to another person, or in my case a generous donor (usually a few sizes larger than me)

SO

I've decided to start crediting my sources - you know, like you would in a good research paper to make yourself seem more informed and knowledgable!

I mean we could all use a little extra credibility now and then right?

Actually

The real reason I'm going to attempt to start crediting my outfits, is basically because I think tis pretty nifty that most of my outfits are in a way "recycled" or hand-me-downs - and I feel the need to prove to the fast regions of the inter webs that "hand-me-downs" can be fabulous and completely wear-worthy!

Some Details:

shirt -

 shoes -

CREDITS:

Shirt...an original mom piece

belt...thanks again to my mother dearest

pants...authentic 70s beauties from Z's mom

socks...actually purchased somewhere (*gasp*)

shoes...heck yes to goodwill

coat...swap item

scarf...another mom piece

I feel like I should here-by dub this outfit the "Mom-fit" or something!

Happy Fall!...

Back in Time

Some days it's good to remember.  Even if you weren't actually there.

A month ago, Z and I took a trip down memory lane at a classic car show...even if they weren't our own memories!

Two decades in one day - now that's what I call successful!

The 70s

The "Migrating Whale"?
Doesn't get much more classic than than (and appropriately named!)

'76 or '74 corvette I do believe.  so spiffy! 

Real genuine 70s leprecons!

 the 80s
as depicted by the infamous Zothiakus

and of course, other amazing relics from the past.

Sun Bonnet Day

With absolutely sky-high heat again, a hat was absolutely necessary today!

I wish I had a proper sunbonnet, but in the meantime I will have to settle for the DIY version.  I spruced up this straw hat with a ribbon and a rose - it kind of matched my hair which was a pleasant surprise!

NEWSFLASH!

I finally put the finishing touches on my swimsuit yesterday and tried it out at the pool - yes!

I feel a bit scandalous because I haven't worn a bikini since I was about 5, so this is really uncharted waters for me.  I just really love the look of swimsuits form the 50s, with their nice ruching, and halter tops, so I took it upon myself to create one!  It turned out pretty well in my opinion, but I'll post pictures and so forth at a later date!

In the mean time...

stay tuned...

here is a tune for you to tune in to while you are staying tuned:

p.s - if you haven't yet, I suggest you add a summer night bike ride to your list of good clean fun time ideas!