Vintage Heaven

Closet Case Vintage is filled with the most amazing vintage clothing!! Their online shops are filled with romantic and dreamy pieces that are perfect for spring. Thank you Hannah, of Hannah and Landon, for this introduction!  

P.S....be on the look out for a special collaboration between Seychelles the lovely Hannah and Elvia of The Loved One. Announcement coming, and you will not want to miss out!!

Behind the Lens: Vivian Maier 1926 - 2009

(All photos shot by Vivian Maier, courtesy of Maloof Collection, LTD)

With the advent of the Sartorialist and the FaceHunter (to name a few), we are privy to what can be found on streets across the globe without having to be present ourselves. This is not a new concept, (hello Bill Cunningham) but as with everything nowadays, it is done on the world's stage.

Enter Vivian Maier and a chance find by John Maloof in 2007.  

Born in 1926, Vivian spent her life as a nanny and a photographer. Her story is as interesting and aloof as her photographs. She never allowed anyone to view her work and when she died had amassed a collection of 100,000 negatives that were unknown...until now.

Below are just a couple of her amazing shots and a brief interview with John Maloof.

Vive Vivian!!

In a Stripe State of Mind.

Source: kravet.com via Kelly on Pinterest

Lately I have been nursing an obsession with stripes. When it works it adds the perfect finishing touch. 

Source: midnight-marauders.tumblr.com via Angi on Pinterest

(Seychelles Footwear)

Source: couldihavethat.blogspot.com via Tara on Pinterest

Source: tig-fashion.blogspot.com via Iratxe on Pinterest

Source: iiiinspired.blogspot.com via Ms Apple on Pinterest

Designated Space.

I found this on one of my new favorite sites Pinterest and thought to myself now THAT is a brilliant idea.

In the same moment, I decided I need to plan a Flea Market adventure because I now have another antique to shop for. 

Where is your favorite flea market located? Details and directions please. 

Source: houzz.com

Linear Quality.

Inspiration can come from the unlikeliest of places and it is that notion that makes fashion and art so fascinating. How did that get you there? The beauty is always in the details.

 

Segue to Italian artist Andrea Gallo who found these amazing old architecture drawings and created this set of posters entitled, "Six Architects." They were featured on Arch Daily and will be available for purchase coming shortly.

Which one is your favorite?

(All images by Andrea Gallo, courtesy of Arch Daily)

Storybook Fashion

What a treasure Kevin Kidney unearthed in these original color negatives from a 1961 fashion shoot at Disneyland.

The original captions accompanying the story contain words to live by, such as "There's no telling what might happen when you choose high-waisted banana capris and a clown blouse..." or "Five o'clock, add a turban, meet your date, and go."

We couldn't agree more. View the entire collection here.

music to move you into the weekend

WOW. We are speechless after this performance by Kimbra. With her dark bob, red lipstick and haunting vocals, she is like a modern day Edith Piaf (infused with a little bit of rock and roll). We love everything about this lady.

Fridays featured blog: A Beautiful Mess

We have a total girl crush on Elise, author of A Beautiful Mess. This 28-year-old designer has an eye for fabulous vintage clothing. She loves making pretty things, especially things she can wear, and we just love what she makes! Check out her independent boutique full of magical handmade and vintage things, Red Velvet!

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handpicked and handmade

Another batch of freshly picked handmade and vintage items to add a little bit of joy to your day.

1. Twinkle Twinkle glitter print by Hayley & Lucas

2. kelly green lambskin wallet pouch by Rennes

3. Seamstress bracelet by Monserat de Lucca

4. Vintage Polaroid Land Camera from The Fancy Lamb

5. Vintage 1960s Geometric Print Shift Dress from Pineapple Mint

6. Vintage Luggage Pet Bed by Love Nostalgic Whimsy

Portrait of an Illustrator

Bernadette Pascua of Decade Diary is more than one to watch. Her illustrations are stunning and can be found featured in the likes of British VOGUE, French GLAMOUR, Stylecaster and W to name a few. 

Her inspiration is, "Chronicling past, present interests and future perspectives of a decade lived in New York City." 

Dear Bernadette,

We love your sketches. May you continue to be inspired by your muses. 

Love, Us

Oh the joy of being able to put ink, paint and pencil to paper and come up with this ~

(all sketches and pictures featured above are courtesy of Decade Diary)

"I'm not like anyone, I'm me" - Elizabeth Taylor

Such sad news that film and cultural icon Elizabeth Taylor passed away this morning at the age of 79. She was not only a stunning beauty but had the talent and strength to back it up. We remember Elizabeth with a clip from this Turner Classic Movies tribute narrated by Paul Newman.