Weekend Rewind: April 24th-25th, 2011

Wow...how long as it been since I did a Weekend Rewind?  really, right?
Well I had tons of chipper stuff to talk about because my weekend was pretty fun and it was EASTER!  But then my world came crashing down at 10pm Sunday night...so for the next few weeks, while I may be blogging more (I've got lots of newfound free time, not my wish, but hey crap happens), I will probably also be a Debbie Downer; just bear with me.
Let me see what I can muster up for you guys...I had more pics of what I actually did this weekend, but I only feel like posting outfits at the moment; so maybe next time it'll be a more fun Weekend Rewind...for now, here we go:

Saturday-April. 23, 2011:

I had a day of errands, and dropping off my photography project and mounting hooks on the back so they'd be ready for my photo exhibition on Sunday...these past few weeks I've had hardly any time for anything because I enrolled in a photography class.  So you can imagine between work, at the time a boyfriend, and hoemwork from class well I was a busy lady.

Anyway, I've been dying to wear my Axl Rose tshirt more often and I realized for as much as I love it, I still had never shown you guys its awesomeness. 
I thought a rainy Saturday of errands was a good day to go "metal chick" with my attire.  And Axl brought the badass to my outfit.

After errands, I had all good intentions to go home and make food for Easter Brunch on SAturday.  Instead, as most of my friends (myself included) are easily seduced by the bottle; we went to a bar after errands.  From about 4:30 till the wee hours of Saturday night I was chugging brews.  I can hold my own, so its ok.

We went to a show, saw Hunx and his Punx (a fun band if I do say so myself), then more drinks at a local bar. I think I teetered home way too late, but I still got up at a decent hour on Easter to make my food for our friends' brunch.

It was a pretty fun night...I hadn't gone out to the bars like that in a while; I had actually been quite responsible and happy in my dometicated little life I managed to carve out for myself.  So out late with friends after so long of not going out, it was a welcome treat.  ANd I'm glad I had Axl along for the ride!

Wearing:
*Black bomber jacket-Urban Outfitters
*White tank-Rock the World (on etsy)
*Black jeggings-Gap
*Black booties-Steve Madden
*Black fringe purse-H&M
*Black/White scarf-Express.


Sunday-April 24, 2011: 

HELLO EASTER!
I felt really springy and almost like an easter egg which would only be appropriate on such a day.  Today was the day of my friends' Easter Brunch, as well as my photography exhibition.  So I thought a cute little vintage frock of spring-like coloring would be ever-so delightful.

This is a dress I found at Beacon's Closet not too long ago.  It's got a slight weird stain on it but hey whatever...I'm not opposed to wearing stained clothing; who am I to be clean and classy right? ha
I love this dress actually...while wayyyyyyyyyy on the short side, it still fits me well and is the exact style and proportion I like in a vintage dress.  Easy and cute.

I also finally bought some nude patent leather heels as I had mentioned wanting a few weeks back.  I figured nude would be a great match for this dress; I think it worked.  And the heels, while I found almost impossible to walk in, look pretty great.  I just have to figure out how to meander about in these shoes..and if I can't walk in them, I doubt the average person can either considering I wear sky-high heels 95% of the time!

Wearing:
*Turquoise vintage dress-Beacon's Closet
*Nude lace patterned hosiery-Candies
*Nude patent leather heels-Guess
*Silver vintage necklace-thrift store
*Brown sunglasses-Prada (thanks ex bf...I've got something nice to take away from this)

OK friends, hope you had a great weekend and a lovely easter.  Again I apologize if I act and sound like a bitter cold-hearted lady the next few weeks, but one day I'll be back to my chipper self.  Until then maybe I'll just put more efforts into my outfits, or maybe not--still haven't figured out how this whole upheavel of the heart will effect my outfit decisions, sometimes I can feel very uninspired and not caring when these things occur.  So it'll be interesting to say the least right?

Dusty Rose Vintage: Sixx goes '60s

It's been a long long time since I did a Dusty Rose Vintage post.

Maybe because its been a long while since I've done some work with them.

(Although I have a whole vault of images and outfits I never even blogged about, so really there is no excuse other than "way too much other blog content" to write about...riiiight!)

I need to get back into the swing of things and keep you up to date with the Dusty Rose collaborations; as they're always a great time, great clothes, and great girls.

This time we had a shoot with my girl gang, The Downtown Dolls

We are a force to be reckoned with, both on the mean streets of Brooklyn and in the DRV Headquarters.

one of DRV's favorite things to put me in would be those lovely 1960's dresses.  

Usually I happily abide because I do love them myself.

This time was no different--out comes the Ditzy Floral Print ' 60s frock, and onto my body it goes! 

Yes Please!

Awe, its nice to be back into the DRV swing of things...get ready for some more shenanigans between us crazy girls and their cool vintage garb; it only means fun ensues.

In the meantime...ignore my lazy eye!

And run along to Dusty Rose's Etsy store 

where you can pick up this '60s neutral Peter-Pan collared Shift Dress...

or the other two looks by my fave lil' shorties shown above.

Weekend Rewind: December 18-19th, 2010

Fun weekend, but I hate to see it end.  Really, work tomorrow already?
(least its a 3 day work week for me, yay holidays!)

Saturday, December 18th, 2010:
The 12yr old Goes from Gay Bar to Old Guy Bar

I say "12 year old" because let's face it, I'm looking a bit of just that.
I don't wear this dress often because I know its made for a preteen, and I'm not a preteen back in 1968, although that would not be such a bad thing.
That little girl dress gets me everytime I put it on though, I immediately do up everything else to look like I'm barely out of junior high.  It's the pink, I do PINK everywhere with this thing-bag, dress, headband....aaaaaah!  Luckily Hot Pink is way high up on my list of fave colors!

I also got inspired by a hair article I read in Glamour the other morning.  It's all about leaving your hair natural, going with its god-given texture.  I tried it out, it looks OK with a headband, I got compliments from my friend and hairstylist; therefore I know it couldn't have been that bad.
I'll keep it in mind for those days I'm running a wee behind getting ready for work
(wait, that's everyday).

So I met up with these two buddies at Excelsior in Park Slope.  I rather quite liked the bar because I could talk about whatever I wanted and not have any of the guys around me even show the least bit of interest.  Let's just say what I have is not what they want.
Sometimes that's a major plus, eh, actually usually this is a plus-plus!

After Excelsior, we made our way up to 7th Ave. and hit a bar that always made me laugh everytime I walked by; Old Carriage Inn I believe it's called.  I think its something about the random story ex bf would always tell every single time we passed it...its always a good giggle.
(I used to live in Park Slope if we'll all take a moment to remember, nice 'hood but glad I'm out)
Once inside, it was a total old man sports bar, and it looked nothing like anything you'd see in NYC.
Oh no....I felt like I was in small town Ohio, or anywhere in the middle of nowhere.
The shitty karaoke, the lack of pretentious atmosphere, the clientele--actually pretty fun.
A laid back, jeans and t-shirt crowd, I'll take it!  And I will be back.

And, its always a plus when Marc decides he's going to give us his best rendition of "Bette Davis Eyes".
YES PLEASE-LOVE THAT SONG!

Apparently they give prizes away, but I wasn't quite certain how that all worked, not everyone got to spin the wheel.  Being that I've slightly calmed down in my older age, I don't find myself singing at karaoke with the actual mic in my hands these days (I just sit and sing into my fist as if I'm a rockstar), so I didn't get to spin that wheel at all.  Shit, I could've eat the crap outta those toostie rolls!
(um, nevermind that later that night when I grabbed a cab the girls before me left xmas cookies in a bag...yep, I totally chowed down on their forgotten cookies.  Who am I? eating strangers' treats.  It's the sweet tooth, it takes over!)

Yep, successfully fun night...but I had to run along around 1:30am because I had a very important event to attend on Sunday morning. (sorry mom, it was not church)

Saturday's outfit:
*Fuchsia vintage dress-Beacon's Closet (P.Slope location)
*Fuchsia suede bag-Tory Burch
*Beige leather boots-Jessica Simpson
*Gray textured tights-HUE
*Pink felted headband-Bust Craftacular craft fair
*Silver vintage owl necklace-gift from Clydes Rebirth

And just for funsies...a random Holiday-esque pic from Sat. night.  Oh those Park Slopers really go all out; then again they have the storybook brownstones so perfect for excess decorating.
But c'mon, life size toy soldiers?  Only makes for a Nickie-type picture...so yeah I'll take it.


Sunday, December 19th, 2010:
Nickie Takes Down Nashville x2

Back up a few paragraphs and you'll see I mention having to go home early for an "very important event".  What's more important than slaying two southern dudes from Nashville with your eating abilities?  I figured those boys could eat...but they were not nearly as good about going home early on a Sat. night like me...oh no, and just that worked to my advantage.

So needless to say, what does one wear to an eating contest?  I mean I was ready to go all out and get down and vomit-y with this if need be.  Pajamas would've been the perfect solution to clothing, but that's not happening.  Eh, I still wanted to look like myself, but needed something functional in case my stomach needed some expanding room.
I came up with a solution, a slouchy t-shirt (to conceal any gross food baby like bellies I might've grown), skinny jeans that need a good wash/dry to get the tight-ass fit back into the waist (all the better for an eating contest right now though when the waist is a bit loose), and a cardi because its cold (very practical today indeed, right?)

Well, turns out I could've worn anything in my darn closet, the tightest of dresses, the most uncomfy tights, because the plate above was the standard fare and it only required me to eat two plates.
Yes, I just told you I WON!  
Phsssssh though, two plates!  c'mon boys-where's the challenge?

All it took was a quick sizing up of my competition,

The look you get right before you blow chunks at the dinner table,

A couple of my laugh-inducing, self lived, classic vomit stories,

And BAM!  
One boy down...the other slugging behind...I was a 1/2plate ahead and I went on strong till the end.  I will say, I was not impressed with myself at all--when will I ever get to see my true eating potential.  It didn't happen at my Shark Week Feeding Frenzy at Red Lobster, and it didn't happen here.

Although I walked away with bragging rights and utter surprise that I actually won (I talked a big game for 2wks straight, but honestly I didn't think I had this one in the bag), I need a redo...just because.

If there's a next time, I have a feeling the stakes will be higher, there's going to be more destructive behavior added to the contest, and they won't go down as easily as today.  I should start practicing.
And I should start considering my next outfit--practical yet not pajamas.

Sunday's Outfit:
*Brown leopard print cardigan-H&M
*Black vintage concert tshirt-Thrift Store
*Skinny Jeans-Uniqlo
*Black leather boots-Jessica Simpson
*Silver BFF necklace-Etsy

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Side Note-Anyone, a-hem Jessica Simpson PR peeps/reps, notice how often I wear her shoes.  Have you ever witnessed just how far and often I walk around this city in the shoes too?  I never take them off.  Soooooooo just sayin, I talk a good talk about her shoes...wink wink.
(shamless tactics to get some shoes on my part-100% completely)

Dusty Rose Vintage: In Full Bloom

It's finally time I debut my next set of Dusty Rose Vintage photos...little by little my favorite photoshoot to-date will unveil its pretty little self.

This time around we ladies (Idee_geniale, Showgirl Godzilla, and myself) headed out to Prospect Park--not that is a longshot, I live nearby, so it was a perfect opportunity for us to play dress up and for Dusty Rose to capture her fine floral print goodies in a lovely outdoor setting.

This time, I fell in love with this 1960's Mod Floral Print mini they asked me to wear.  If only there was a way for me to let out that bust dart a bit...story of my life.
I have to say, I absolutely adore this dress, the little floral print, the slight puff in the sleeve, the length of the dress (right up my alley because its no secret that I like to show off my legs and make them look as long as possible).  It's heaven in the form of a creamy concoction of a dress!

As I said at the beginning, this was my favorite Dusty Rose Vintage photoshoot yet.  Being outside with the sun beating down, the mimosas and bloody mary's fueling our smiles, it was easy to have fun and c'mon, we love playing dress up.  It was a perfect day, a perfect setting, and perfect group of friends to giggle with. And I just don't know...I just can't sum it up into words...I think I really like the way this group of items turned out.  And yeah, I like this freakin dress SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!

Dusty Rose, how much seam allowance is there in that bust dart?
Hmmmmmm, I think I need this...or the next one I'll be posting in a few days.  Adding to my wishlist right now...mental note, check!  Because well...I feel kinda purty in this.

ps-I'm also wearing what may become my favorite summer sandal this season--they make me TALL!  Can you believe these were only $15 at Target?  They don't scream Target at all--or so I want to believe.
(and hey, I am not really knockin' Target, I practically live at that store.)

Dusty Rose Vintage=1960's Dino print Dress

"We think this dress looks like melting vinyl records. We love Mr. Dino prints, but this one is particularly unique. His prints are usually more detailed and either floral or chandalier style (although, for obvious reasons, he was compared to Pucci in the 60s), but this one is particularly clean and mod, which we like just fine, thank you very much. No wonder his designs are so coveted. "--Dusty Rose Vintage

I couldn't have said it better than Dusty Rose--they describe this perfectly.

I love this dress-I found it so easy to wear, and so unique. And since I'm not one to shy away from a bold print, of course I gravitated toward this piece. And is it not sooooo perfect for the upcoming spring??? Heck yeah! I'd totally wear this in a heartbeat come March!

I have to admit at first I didn't even know about Mr. Dino, or his world renowned prints or fame. Turns out he invented the screen-printing machine used to print on fabrics. And it turns out...this dress is one of his! And it's a rather unique print for him so I hear.

(so much for me claiming to have been the only one enthused by her History of Costume I and II classes in college--I seriously failed this one.)

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Although, can I tell you--it was a little big on me, so I threw on a beaded belt for a little sparkle and turned this 60s dress into an updated mini dress:

I think the low-slung belt accents the print in all the right ways.

Now, figure out how you'd rock this Mr. Dino mod dress by heading over to Dusty Rose Vintage's Etsy store to check it out in further detail.

Wearing:

1960s signed MR DINO print shift dress -For sale @ Dusty Rose Vintage

Styled with:

*Black epoxy bead necklace-H&M

*Black vintage beaded belt-from Antique Store in Park Slope

*Black opaque tights-HUE

*Black booties-Nine West

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PS-Thank heavens Monday is Over! Right?

Dusty Rose's Party Paisley

Dusty Rose Vintage's 1960's Paisley print dress was sooooo right up my alley!

I love a bright color, a bold print, and I'm not one to ever turn down a chance to wear all that rolled into one great vintage frock.

It's a super slinky poly jersey that fits so smoothly against the body.

The print is gorgeous.

The color is super-girly; PINK-HELLO! Love it!!

And how is it possible not to be a stand-out in this?

Wearing:

1960's Flourescent Pink Paisley Dress

-for sale @ Dusty Rose Vintage

Paired up with:

*Black bomber jacket-H&M

*Black suede/patent-leather shoes-BCBGgirls

*Black opaque tights-HUE

Please don't forget to stop by Dusty Rose Vintage's Etsy Shop

Tonight's featured dress along with many other unique vintage pieces are up for grabs!

And check out their BLOG if you haven't already;

they have an awesome interview with my pal Idee_geniale right now.

Tootles!

Cocktails anyone?

Just where is my silver platter-like serving tray....

Who needs a martini?

Ok, actually in all seriousness,

I am NOT persuading one to serve up cocktails when wearing this...

I'm just saying, it kinda lends that vibe.

At least I would completely adore having a dinner party of sorts, a festive holiday one at that.

Walking around, serving drinks to my guests, and looking shimmery and all hostess-cute

in this very cool 1960's dress from Dusty Rose Vintage.

(check out their Etsy store for more details)

Perfect for a holiday party, a dinner w/someone special, and the many other ways I can picture myself wearing this.

Just where would this dress take you?

I paired it with a vintage silver choker, simple and slightly delicate.

It's important a dress like this be on display, not competing for attention with other items.

Looking back on it, I really wish I would've taken some detail shots of the dress

The dress was so pretty

--a hint of metallic adding just a slight shimmer to catch the light and really make you glow.

Sigh.....

Wearing:

1960s METALLIC empire waist mod evening dress

-Buy at: Dusty Rose Vintage

other items worn:

Silver vintage necklace-Ebay

Black suede/patent-leather shoeties-BCBGgirls

Black opaque tights-HUE

A Dusty Rose Girl in Green

Before the holidays I had the privilage of making Dusty Rose Vintage's acquaintance. (Although I must admit much thanks for such a meeting is in due part to my friend Mel and her past work with Dusty Rose.)

All I know, it's a great honor to be chosen by Dusty Rose as their next "collaboration/project", or whatever we call these types of get togethers :)

Having the opportunity to work with Dusty Rose Vintage was a wonderful time!

I mean vintage, racks and racks at my choosing, dressing up and spinning around in front of my camera for hours and hours--pretty sure that's right up my alley in terms of things "I love to do!"

Here, I chose to pair their 1960's kelly green chandelier print dress w/the following:

-Black suede/patent-leather shoeties-BCBGgirls

-Black opaque tights-HUE

-Silver vintage bracelet w/green stones-Thrift Store

(ah the fun of vintage in a modern-day world, all the possibilties of what to pair it up with so the entire look will transition into real life w/ a retro spin)

With each garment I styled up for Dusty Rose, I imagined myself in a different world, a different time, a whole other era.

This dress made my imagination run wild...

--Thoughts of what I would be like if I lived in the '60s (would I choose the free-lovin' flowerchild attitude, a mod look, just what??)

--Where I'd be jaunting off to in such a lovely get-up (shopping? a friends' house? work? Probably work--maybe I'd be a secretary, afterall I type like a mega-million wpm!)

--Who the woman originally in possesion of the item was (I think she was petite, pretty, probably poised and polite--all those things that make for a classy lady).

All of this was just one more reason I was really eager to get to work on all the vintage goodness they had in their studio. I just adore when I have an opportunity to momentarily escape reality, just by donning a piece of clothing. (Kinda like Halloween, only with an everyday approach, keepin' the costume-y factor on the D-L)

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Now (it's getting late, even for a Friday evening at home)so I encourage you to experience similar exciting thoughts, my imaginary flash-backs, and whatever else you come up with, simply check out Dusty Rose Vintage on Etsy...

Not only can you find this 1960's dress, but you'll find a whole slew of amazing vintage items.

Such a good selection you'll find it easy to shop, but hard to stop!