A patriotically perfect Wishful Wednesday!

Summer is blissful!  I have been fully enjoying the warm summer days outside, grilling tasty food, taking long walks, stargazing and loving this break from our normally hectic family schedule.  I am looking forward to Fourth of July!  It is my favorite summer holiday, I love the patriotism, gathering together to celebrate our country, fun family traditions, fireworks and revolutionary history.  July 3 is also our wedding anniversary, so it gives us even more reason to be thankful, this year we will be 17 years together, what an incredible journey!

This week my Wishful Wednesday is celebrating Fourth of July, our American Independence Day. These are my top choices for perfectly patriotic pinup style.

1. Lady Mayra ELSA American Flag Dress

This dress absolutely screams Independence Day!!  I love the Lady Mayra Elsa dress, I have one I won in a Facebook competition and it is a lovely vintage style that fits like a glove, a beautiful hourglass silhouette with full circle skirt : My review of the Elsa dress.  The Elsa dress is available in a wide variety of colorways, but this American flag version is absolutely stunning, the blood red bust contrasts beautifully with petite white stars on bold blue and the fabulously full red and white striped skirt ripples in waves of glorious color calling to mind the words of The Star Spangled Banner, filling me with pride.


2.Pinup Girl Clothing Amanda Dress in Red, White and Royal Blue

I have been following Amelia and June at Junebugs and Georgia Peaches for a couple of years now.  I love reading their adventures, they each have a unique perspective on everyday vintage style and bubbly, irresistible personalities, I have found so much inspiration reading their blog.  The upcoming Pinup Girl Clothing collection inspired by these gals is filled with so many must have pieces but my personal favorite is the Amanda dress with its eye catching stripes of red, white and royal blue.  It is a beautiful modest style that accentuates femininity without being revealing, completely practical for everyday wear, I absolutely must own this piece when it arrives for wearing at Pinups for Patriots events.  Perfectly Patriotic and stunning!

 
3. Glitter Paradise Shark Bomb Brooch

I love my Glitter Paradise Shark Bomb Brooch, it is a fun accessory for any vintage look.  A high quality, detailed and handmade the bomb brooch is decorated with shark nose art, a popular WWII era motif.  Nose art was originally used for identifying friendly units but the practice evolved into a way to express the individuality that was often constrained by the uniformity of the military, it evoked memories of home and peacetime life.  The Shark Bomb is the perfect piece to finish your patriotic pinup outfit!  I wore my Glitter Paradise Shark Bomb Brooch to the D-Day plus 71 Celebration with Pinups for Patriots and everyone loved it!

Photo: Alyx Wiltse
Dress: Hell Bunny
Brooch: Glitter Paradise
Crinoline: Malco Modes

 

4. Unique Vintage Navy, White and Red Color Block Audrey Purse 

Unique Vintage has a spectacular selection of pinup clothing and accessories.  A variety of red, white and blue styles are available in dresses, high waist bikinis, purses and accessories.  Unique Vintage is a one stop for impeccable head to toe retro styling.  A great bag is essential to any outfit and this color block Audrey purse is trendy, practical and patriotic.


5.Spunkerella Pettiflirt Two Tone: Navy/White

The Spunkerella Petticoats are one of the most gloriously ruffly and voluminous brands I have seen.  I love that they offer not only solid color, but two tone and rainbow colored varieties for many different looks.  This Navy/White combination matches the patriotic theme of each dress I have chose, the right petticoat or crinoline is the ultimate finishing touch, giving you a fun, flirty swirl of color and emphasizing vintage shape. 

What are your plans for Fourth of July?  What will you be wearing?

Wishful Wednesday!!

Happy hump day lovies!!  It's a beautiful bright and sunny day here in Michigan.  The snow is thawing, there's no minus sign in front of the temperature and spring is in the air.  I'm ready for blooming trees and the scent of blossoms all around.  My favorite spring blooms are the fragrant cherry blossoms, because Michigan is a huge cherry producer this weeks outfit is inspired by juicy, cheerful Michigan Cherries 🍒🍒

I've been admiring Heart of Haute, they have a lovely clothing line that is designed with vintage fashion culture in mind.  I love the cut of their dresses and the variety in their prints.  Their line has it all whimsy, sophistication, and perfect pinup styling.  I chose the gorgeous Beverly dress in aqua dot and cherry print.  I love the picturesque neckline with the bow detail and the contast of bright red cherries against aqua blue, it really makes the dress really pop!!  It has a full skirt so it can be worn with or without a petticoat which makes it great for many different occasions or just enjoying some fun in the sun.

I would pair the dress with this gorgeous red pettiflirt from Spunkerella whose petticoats are designed to resemble the 50s style petti combined with the flirty girliness of a tutu.  I love how full and flouncy it is with the ribbon detail and that they cater to all sizes.  Their petticoats are beautiful, they come in several styles and colors to match every outfit!  Perfect for my preferred pinup style!!

I adore Deer Arrow.  I love supporting small family owned companies because their items are carefully crafted, handmade and handpainted which makes them treasures to me!  I would wear the adorable Vintage Chevy brooch in red with this dress.  I cannot get over how perfect it is and it would provide a dash of fifties fun to this outfit!!

B.a.i.t. (But another innocent tale...) have the most amazing collection of vintage style footwear.  They bring back thecfeelong f yesteryear with a modern touch.  They have every type, color, style and heel size to accessorize any retro or modern fashion look.  I chose their Ida precious blue because it matches this dress to a tee and has that perfect vintage feel without being too tall for function.  Check out their line and fall in love!!

I love Vintage Box 1947.  I love her style, sass and eye for design.  Each of her creations are statement pieces, high quality, lovingly handmade and absolutely breathtaking!!  I would wear the Sophia open rose in Vanilla with this outfit because roses are my favorite flower and I love pairing big feminine flowers with fun fruity prints.  I cannot recommend VB1947 highly enough, she's  an absolute doll!!!

I'm having so much fun writing these blogs and sharing with you, please let me know what you think or if you have anything you would like to see in future blogs.  I will be reviewing the fabulous Lady Mayra Elsa dress tomorrow and Friday the Bearpaw Twill boot!!!