Sophisticated Autumn in Jezebel dress

Hello Darlings.


Today I will be short with style post. 

For autumn stroll, I am coosed my new Jezebel dress by Vivien Of Holloway. Recently I did many collaborations with VOH because dresses are just perfect for my figure. Quality materials and credible design are winning combination for retro/vintage style. Vivien of Holloway dresses are never too short or too tight.

I have few sarong dresses by VOH but this is my first Jezebel dress. Lovely Paloma Faith is also fan of VOH and she was seen in violet Jezebel dress, so this cut is one of the most popular in VOH collection.
Jezebel Bronze Leopard dress is made of heavy and luxurious Dutchess Satin with beautiful but delicate shine. This is perfect for cooler days. This dress has a wrap top which flatters any size bust and a slinky pencil skirt to put a wiggle in walk. Vivien has added authentic touches such as the half peplum on the side and the elegant V-shaped back, to give that extra touch of old Hollywood glamour!

I didn't wear leopard print for a while, despite I was big fan of same when I was in my big psychobilly phase :) but bronze leopard and black satin are great together.
With VOH dress I am wearing my gold/glitter Pin Up Couture peep toe heels and Woody Ellen bag from new 2016 collection. Woody Ellen is artist from Belgium. Ellen was previously a children’s book illustrator and author for 16 years. Now she has her own wearable art business, creating custom paintings on wood panels and then transforming her paintings into pieces of wearable art.
Her method is unique. The image she wants to paint might develop in her head for weeks, but then all the energy and excitement comes together and splashes onto the wood panel. 

Her work explores color in many ways. Florals and organics are also a source of non-stop inspiration. She uses different techniques in her pieces with a mix of spontaneous brush strokes, referring to the famous artist Matisse, and an illustrator’s fine pencil detailing. The final results are a nostalgic wink to a bygone era. I love her bags and accessories and have few lovely sets.
I am also wearing my vintage necklace and classy, timeless Daniel Wellington watch.

Photo by: VillyV

MUA:me, I am wearing Besame Cosmetics lipstick, shade 1920's 

Published in biggest Croatian Jutarnji magazine, Like! Theme: Big guide for retro look, about Vintage and pin up style with our retro team...wearing lovely Vivien of Holloway dress and Woody Ellen purse with Lady Luck's Boutique hair accessories!
shoes by Pin Up Couture Shoes

XoXo and have a lovely autumn :) 

Tropical Vibe by Vivien of Holloway

Hello Darlings...


Summer is comming, brace yourself - with vibrant colours, summer accessories, mojitos and ofcourse good sunscreen! For a longer time I collaborate with one of the best, made in UK, repro brands in UK - Vivien of Holloway. 

I've already reviewed their famous tiki sarong dresses, but for this time I have prepared diferent combination, but still with tropical vibe. Beautiful hair accessories and flowers are by Lady Luck's Boutique , specialises in rockabilly and pinup hair flowers, bamboo jewellery and accessories for tiki inspired wardrobe and wooden/bamboo jewelery is made by Bow's and Crossbones, except blue/lucitte hoops made by my dear pin up lady Jillian Dragon Rocha. She has just lounched young jewelery brand called ScandollJewelery. So, take a look and show her some support.
I am wearing Vivien of Holloway, best seller Gypsy Top midi trio. It is made in plain and patterned pure cottons with elasticated neck and puffed sleeves.

You can choose between classic, cropped or midi top. I prefer midi style because it's ideal for warmer weather and goes perfect with high waist shorts or pedal pushers. I am wearing classic Purple Pedal Pushers. Slightly re-modelled and in authentic fabrics, high-waisted, a rivet button and side zip, and with a delicate side slit at the ankle, these gorgeous slimline pants are wonderfully flattering- making the most of feminine curves!

This is perfect combination for walks on the beach, rockabilly gig or just a regulular picnic. 

Hand bag is my fav pink flamingo, by Banned Apparel, brand from UK and shoes are from Zara. It was Zara's last summer collection that I bought in Shanghai. Personaly I like to dig and combine different pieces of clothing, so I combine high street fashion, repro brands, branded pieces, vintage and second hand - all together, for a perfect match. 

In my opinion, that's the essence of style and pleasure of fashion. So, hope you liked my combo, feel free to comment and enjoy early summer days. Silk parasol is also from Shanghai. Oh, it was good bargaining!

Photo by Villy V. 
New pink-spark hair style is by Polyboy hair salon and barbereshop. 
Make up by me (Make up Factory).

XoXo :)

Glamour Bunny - brand for cheeky pinup dolls

Hello Darlings,

Finally I found some time for a new blogpost. These days I am all in books and learning for some extra education and just started working as a fashion history teacher in the private school "Logos Moda". I literally teach new stylists, designers, and all other enthusiasts that would love to be in the fashion business. So, if you guys need some style advices, ask a pro. :)

I did an amazing collaboration with one glamorous repro brand with a very catchy and sparkly name - "Glamour Bunny". Glamour Bunny caught my attention a few years ago when I started following their brand. This brand is very feminine but also a little bit cheeky. I think Wanda Woodward, the dangerous lady from CryBaby, would choose it as her favourite brand. This is a brand for rebellious pin up Barbie dolls! Actually, when I take a look into the past, my Barbie and Midge had similar mules.

In its range of fashion, they offer different and many variations of retro and pin up styles. I like to combine feminine style with some alluring elements. For this photo session, which was in our newly opened dinner Big Boys Burger Bar, I have chosen a red dresses. Glamour Bunny is not only a brand reserved for clothing, in its range they have many accessories such as handbags, suits, lingerie and heels. Actually they have an amazing choice of shoes, especially mules. I picked their pretty favourite red cherry mules.



Cherry mules are ideal for the Tina 1950's Retro Pin Up Dress. It is a classic pinup/pencil dress in a sparkly stretch fabric similar to lurex. It’s an ideal party dress that will make you feel like a rockabilly Jessica Rabbit. Because there is a substantial amount of stretch in the fabric, this dress is very flexible in sizing and ideal for feminine curves. The other dress is a classic red hot Julie - Red Pin up Dress. It is stretch jersey dress with a detachable, decorative belt, ideal for summer days. I spiced it up with some gold bangles and a burgundy chiffon scarf. Lovely lilies in my hair are by Lady Luck Boutique brand. So if you need adequate accessories that will go perfectly with Glamour Bunny style, check their flowers. Earrings are by young brand ScanDoll Jewellery, created by my dear redhead mermaid Jillian Dragon Rocha. Check them out on instagram (@scandolljewelry)


I will just add some interesting facts about Glamour Bunny brand. It is one of the biggest British retro pinup clothing brands in the UK, characterized by its glamorous wiggle pin up dresses. Popular with rockabilly clothing, retro clothing and vintage clothing enthusiasts, this brand has been worn by pin up fashion icon Dita Von Teese. I am absolutely thrilled with this brand and their design, which I will adore this summer. All in all enough words, so enjoy the beautiful blog photos by talented Villy V. MUAH by me.

XoXo


Greta

Blue Noir

Hello darlings...

These days I started collaboration with vintage inspired fashion brand Lindy Bop. I felt in love with their colorful and creative pieces inspired by the style from 20's to 60's.

My first Lindy Bop dress is 40's inspired, "Celeste" dress.

"Celeste" pencil dress is timeless combination of dark blue lace and satin details. The lace at the top is transparent and has a keyhole, underneath is a solid base in champagne color. The sleeves are wider and trimmed with satin ends that close with six buttons. Very fine dress, perfect for femme fatale/film noir combinations. I am also wearing Jazzafine.pieces full of verve fascinator which is inspired by the forties. Dress is so effective that it can easily be worn without any details.

For recreating noir and subtly gruesome atmosphere we visited abandoned garden, based in Zagreb old town core.

Photo by: Jasenka Arbanas

MUAH: me

"Celeste" Dress Details:

• The Main Part Of The Dress Has A Full Lining With Lace To The Top And To The Sleeves. 
• Lace (90% Nylon, 10% Elastane) 
• Machine Washable 
• Long Sleeve 
• Keyhole Opening Above The Bust Line. 
• 6" Kick Pleat. 
• Lace Fabric

Vintage with a modern twist

Hello darlings...

Today I am simple, in black...

I've been hunting for a perfect 1940's playsuit and finaly...got one!


My style inspiration was simplicity of famous lady in pants and hawksian woman Lauren Bacall.








Summer is near and I was looking for something simple, but elegant and comfortable,casual but feminine, so Miss Candyfloss "Sheila-Lee" playsuit is a great choice for me...now I can run, play, jump, stroll... without a hitch but also look very elegant! The playsuit has a pantskirt that allows comfort and at the moment it's my favourite piece in the closet.


The fabric is a medium weight soft fabric with 3% spandex allowing for magnificent comfort despite the one piece design of the garment. The playsuit has short cap sleeves sleeves, 2 front and 2 back pockets. Belt is also included.

Jasenka Arbanas and me took advantage of a sunny day (These spring days here are pretty rainy...) and walked along Zagreb old town and photos were created...


I combined playsuit with simple ALDO flats and Jazzafine. pieces full of verve fascinators. I am also wearing my favourite pink flamingo brooch.


Purse is Miss White by Woody Ellen.


























Miss Candyfloss tries to keep it more about the brand than about the people behind it, as what they do is the most important. The results and the feedback they receive from customers is what matters, not the people behind the brand.


They found a style that is beautiful and feminine in; the 40s and 50s style. It is an era that feels like "home" for us. That is the reason why Miss Candyfloss balances it with modern style; 40's-50's with a modern twist.



Miss Candyfloss is a Swedish brand catering to modern women whom love 40´s and 50´s styled clothes, strive to develop exquisite classic feminine garments that are not mass produced. By incorporating care, thought and empathy in every stage of product development they are determined to create unique garments that distinguish from the rest.

Miss Candyfloss’s goal is to be the brand that supplies women unique and wearable apparel products that takes them back to the golden era of the glamorous dames and sexy pin-up styled ladies. Their long-term objectives are to deliver garments that can be worn by mothers and later handed down to daughters.


They are determined to inspire customer loyalty by delivering garments that look timeless yet have a long lifetime wearability. Modern fabric characteristics such as wrinkle resistance, soft hand, launderability, durability and wicking are important aspects for current lifestyles.
It's conceptualized in Sweden by a team of fashion and lifestyle professionals, who sell what they wear and wear what they love. Miss Candyfloss is designed in Sweden and manufactured in Transylvania.



Miss Noemi and Miss Adele (Miss Candyfloss owners and vintagers), were born in Transylvania and feel that it is important to give back to our previous community rather than outsourcing to low cost labor countries. They are very passionate about what they do and work very hard to accomplish goals. In order to succeed with anything in life, you need to put in blood sweat and tears.


At the end of the day, these lovely ladies do not call Miss Candyfloss our job, it is their life. So...choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.


I asked Noemi to give us advice for perfect pin up style, and she said; "I don't really have any pin up style advice. Just be comfortable in what you wear and your style because confidence and high self-esteem shines brighter than any type of lipstick. Nonetheless, you can never go wrong with red lipstick." I agree :)

Pavilion of Fun

Hello darlings, new blogpost today...


It was another bright and sunny day in Zagreb, perfect for colorful photosession.

Since it's spring and I am obsessed with bright colors so we decided to visit - funhouse. We find small oldlschool amusement park in my neighborhood, that perfectly fit in our story ...and fun began!

Our goal was to create tender but also whimsicaly wacky atmosphere. Unfortunately we did not have some cotton candy to spice up the atmosphere ...maybe next time :)

Would like to thank Madi (Amusement park) for hospitality and some six graders from neighbourhood who entertained us during breaks :D
Photos are by dear Jasenka Arbanas Photography and make up by my friend Monika Dugic.

Hair by me :)


Wonderfull bags are by talented Woody Ellen (I choose pink Honey Bird set). Woody Ellen is a Belgian illustrator and figurative painter. She creates her very own cabaret. A world where everything is a little more vivid and vibrant than in our own pragmatic surroundings. Just like thoughts pop in and out, she paints pictures. The story will finally tell itself. They are printed on water-resistant fibre.



















































































Our dresses are made by Lady V London.



I am wearing
Teal Green Butterfly Swing Dress, ivory peticoat by Lady V London and white chiffon nylon scarf/bandana (vtg). Shoes by Guess. Earings by Glitter Paradise.



The dress features a full circle 1950s style flared skirt, a fitted bodice & really cute small capped sleeves - these dresses ooze so much style and class! The neckline at the front is square cut and the dress fastens with a zip at the back. We have photographed the dress using a 1950s style petticoat (which helps to show the fullness of the skirt) and wearing one with the dress will really create the 'Vintage' look - although it is certainly not essential and the dress sits very nicely without.




Tamara is wearing Emerald Green 'Rosanie' Dress with RockRockabilly hair accessories. Shoes by H&M, accessories are vtg. Brand New to Lady V London. The "Lady Vintage" 'Rosanie' Dress features a 1950s style flared skirt and hidden pockets! The dress has a high neck at the front and a V neckline at the back, which creates an extremely classy and elegant look. There is a zip fastening at the back. The dresses are true 1950s length. This dress is lined around the bust (not in the skirt).




Who is "V"?

Lady V London was founded in 2011, but garment manufacturing has been a part of our family for over 60 years. .

Lady V London was born by husband and wife team, Sergio and Victoria, from a vision to create fantastic classic dress designs at affordable prices. We believe in providing customers with stunning dresses in vintage designs – with original and highly desirable prints, and above all, fantastic quality. Lady V London aims to make your customer experience enjoyable from start to finish, and will always give you something extra providing you with a timeless dress that will be used time and time again, and provide you with many happy memories.

All dresses are designed in house at Lady V London. Until June 2013, all dresses had been made within the EU. We have never made our dresses outside of the EU and do not approve of making garments in China.



The London clothing trade has been a part of Sergio’s family for three generations, spanning six decades. Sergio’s grandmother, Christalla, travelled all the way from Cyprus to London in 1953, at the age of just 21 on the promise from a friend (who she conversed with only by letter) that she would be able to get a job in a factory in Warren Street, making garments for Marks & Spencer.


Sergio’s father worked for over 25 years as a freelance pattern cutter, and also owned a factory in the heart of East London himself. Sergio’s uncle is still a pattern cutter today for one of the biggest labels in the UK. In the mid-90s nearly all of the factories manufacturing garments in the UK were forced to close due to other countries joining the EU and trade becoming much cheaper abroad. As a result a lot of highly skilled workers lost their jobs. Lady V London is determined to bring the skilled workers back to work in London, and have invested in the future of London garment manufacture.Having never left Cyprus, or ever having gone on a overseas in any way, Christalla spent 10 days on a ship (on her own) on the way to her new life. Using only the skills she had been taught by her mother, Christalla spent fifteen happy years working in the London factory, and still owns her ‘Singer’ sewing machine. Sergio’s other grandmother also travelled over from Cyprus and worked in the ‘rag’ trade her whole life in London, working in some of London’s oldest clothing factories. She set up her own mini brick built factory at the bottom of her garden, where she made clothes for some of the high street’s best known names that are still in business today!

Making Lady Vintage in London culminates three generations’ worth of high quality women’s garment manufacture in London - this has been particularly close to our heart since the very beginning of Lady V London.

Lady V Vintage is a British Brand, a British Factory, and British Workers.



Hope you guys had fun and color overdose :)