Thursday 29 December 2016

Miss Candyfloss "Penny-Jean" Secretary Skirt

Hi lovelies!


This year we have made an order from sweden vintage brand Miss Candyfloss for the first time. We have long been in love with their design, especially after delightful posts of vintage goddes Miss Victory VioletIt's so great that we can finally test their products ourselves! I picked two skirts from Miss C collections and going to tell you about one of them  in this post


I knew that I would celebrate Christmas in a cozy cardigan by Voodoo Vixen (read here), so was looking for a skirt that perfectly combines with it. My choice fell on Penny-Jean Secretary SkirtIt has a very gentle blue color and cute buttons that turn the skirt into a unique and recognizable style. The fabric is very light and stretches a little. It's a pity that there is no zipper, because constantly fasten and unfasten so many buttons is not very comfortable and quickly. The sizing is slightly off. My parameters are 64cm in waist and 92cm in hips  so I choose XS size according to Miss C size chart, but it's a little large for me. I would also advise Miss C team to retouch photos in the catalog a bit, to make it even more attractive. Despite these minor flaws, I really looove my skirt. It has the perfect length for a vintage item. And the details, you know, it's all in the details! Miss Candyfloss became famous in vintage fashion world exactly for the subtle vision of the details that make clothes inimitable. I wish them good luck and a lot of creative ideas in the new year!


Happy New Year,
Irina Voorhees <3

Saturday 24 December 2016

Voodoo Vixen "Brooke" Cardigan

Hi lovelies!




Today we want to talk with you about one of the most cute winter styles ever created by vintage reproduction brands. Of course it's Voodoo Vixen Brooke Cardigan! Delicate combination of sky blue color with pearls and embroidery in the form of snowflakes makes it indispensable in the wardrobe of every retro fashion lover, and lovely bow adds romance to the whole look. Wear this cardigan with pearl or silver jewelry and you will no doubt be Snow Queen on any ball! 


Voodoo Vixen items are our old passion. We got acquainted with this brand a few years ago and make large purchases from them several times a year. Their design potential is increased in recent years. That only is the cooperation with the matchless Rachel from Chicago Chic Blog! But we advise you not to buy immediately all the stunning new products, offered by Voodoo Vixen for each season. It's very hard we know, but wait for the end of the season and you can buy clothes with a certain discount! 


To all the advantages that we have listed, we would like to add a small minus. The problem with the sizes. Often it turns out that things that tagged by Voodoo Vixen as S size are large even to the people who usually wears M. We would advise them to release XS size so that all the buyers were satisfied. However, you can always take in a little bit. On the other hand, we don't recommend to girls with full bust to buy S size cardigans, because buttons on them may come unfastened and you will look very juicy, you know. In spite of this, Voodoo Vixen is one of the best vintage brands and one of our ever favorite and we wish them success and prosperity in the new year!

Merry Christmas,
Irina Voorhees


Wednesday 21 December 2016

Lindy Bop 'Bacall' Red Knitted Jumper

Hi lovelies!


Just a few days before Christmas! It's time to discuss the best winter outfits of the year. I think many people noticed that the Lindy Bop brand have changed their direction, walking away from a classic look to bright and bizarre prints. My love for the classics doesn't allow me to accept these changes. On the other hand, they have released a stunning collection of dresses in the style of the 1920s. Perhaps the price was initially somewhat high, but it's really an interesting phenomenon in the development of their design art. As for winter models, for me the absolute favorite is a collection of knitwear. Newman Cardigan, Woodward Jumper and especially Bacall Red Knitted Jumper, that I want to discuss with you!



I should note that I am usually between 8 and 10 sizes. My parameters  are around 91-69-100 cm. I bought size 8-10 and it fits perfectly. Despite the shortened sleeve jumper is really very warm! Material composition is really good: 55% Nylon, 39%Acrylic, 6% Wool. It even has a little tingling like a good old vintage sweater! 


But of course its main advantage is a bright red color and a wonderful ornament. In this jumper you will undoubtedly feel like a real pin-up girl from cheerful pictures of Gil Elvgren! What could be better for a Christmas mood ?!



Merry Christmas,
Grace Hollow Doll