Vintage Styling!

Please allow me to start with this gorgeous vintage hat that I purchased to wear and feature on my blog.  It's from an etsy business called The Vintage Hat Shop
This beautiful 1950's vintage cocktail hat is brimless, is unlined and has detailed scallops around the edging. It can be worn on all head sizes due to a stiff hidden wire that is inside the hat. Note: I knew I wanted to place this hat on the side of my head, the wire did indeed help with the hat sitting properly on my head but I also place to bobby pins between my hair and the hat, just for extra security.
I love the ivory colour and the pastel pink rose with greenery that is wonderfully placed on the right side.

The Vintage Hat Shop is owned and operated by a lovely lady named Cindy, she lives on the shores of Lake Michigan, in the state of Michigan, USA.  Cindy has been selling hats now for six years and has made around 3000 sales to date!  Some of her hats have been featured in and purchased for movies, New York fashion week, Great Gatsby parties, the theatre and costume use, vintage themed weddings, Dapper Day at Disney and Goodwood Revival etc.
Cindy was very prompt with answering my messages, I received such wonderful service from her!
There are so many stunning vintage hats to view and purchase, so please go and check The Vintage Hat Shop for yourself through etsy.

I decided to match the hat with this beautiful 1940's vintage inspired dress by UK brand Hell Bunny it's called the Ingrid dress.  I purchased this dress from follow Australian vintage blogger Curve Creation
I love the light green fabric with the white poker-dots. I also adore the cute detailed collar with the vintage look button in the middle of the round neck-line.  The fabric is very light and soft and the dress is A-line, so no need for a petticoat underneath. It also has a zip at the back to get in and out of.  I found this dress to be a little big on me, especially between the waist and the bust. Plus the belt was too big for my waist, I had to put extra holes in the belt myself, so I could tighten the belt up for a better fit.
Such a lovely dress to wear though, especially if you after a 1940's style.

Accessories Include:
Shoes from Bait Footwear 
Gloves are thrifted
Brooch thrifted
Earrings from Colette Hayman

This week's blog photos were taken in the formal lounge room at home, that my Mum beautifully decorated.  I knew it would make a great backdrop for this outfit and photos, especially with the gorgeous chase lounge, floral arrangements and Mum's vintage reproduction phone.

In other news I had a quiet weekend at home taking more photos for my blog and doing some house chores.
This time next week I'll be happy as I have a week off from work and I'll be getting ready and packed to go away for a few days.
I've also be exercising and eating more healthy for nearly four weeks now. I haven't lost much weight but I do feel better during the day for work, which is always a good thing.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo

Beautiful Gardens!

Around two to three months ago, I spotted this gorgeous floral dress and purchased it from my local vintage inspired clothing boutique called Cherry Tree Lane Fashion
The price tag was only $60 (Aus) so I knew I had to own this dress and add it to my growing collection of vintage inspired clothing!
Another bonus it fitted me so perfectly, when I tried it on for the first time.
This dress is by Hell Bunny and is called Roslyn  floral dress.

The blue and pink flowers set amongst the greenery on the grey background, is such a beautiful print.  The bodice has a gathered bust, with two cute little bows, above and below the bust line. It also has wide shoulder straps, a hidden back zipper, a wide waist band and the skirt is gathered and is fully lined.
This dress is made from 100% polyester.  It's very light and cool to wear in the Spring/Summer months.  As I wanted this dress to have more of a "1940's feel to it", I choose not to wear a petticoat underneath, plus personally I find this dress style doesn't suit a full petticoat.
Some website like Cats Like Us and Unique Vintage
have this dress currently in stock to purchase.

Accessories Include:
Shoes from Bait Footwear 
Blue hair-flower and pink-glitter hoop earrings from Daisy Jean Floral 
Bracelet was gifted to me.

 

This weeks blog photos were take a few weeks ago, at the most beautiful gardens and private home called Vintage Rose Cottage 

The lovely couple that owns and looks after the gardens and cottage, open their property to the public every Tuesday and the last weekend of the month.  Guests are welcome to view and enjoy the lovely gardens.

Vintage Rose Cottage is located at a rural town in Queensland called Bauple. 

In other news I had a quiet weekend of catching up on some housework and staying at home.

This weekend I plan to go up to Bundaberg, Queensland to see family and catch up with Miss Vera Vamp (Michelle) I haven't seen her in a while, so will be good to catch up again! Hopefully we will be taking blog photos as well.

I've also booked accommodation, flights and car-hire for next year in February, as I want to attend a big rockabilly festival in Ballarat, Victoria called Ballarat Beat.  My Mum and sister are also coming with me so we can all have a little holiday together!

Until next time!

Miss Milla Cherry xo

Waiting for the Train!

This is my second Kitty Day dress from UK brand Vivien of Holloway  that I currently own.  I've also previously blogged my other Kitty dress here is the link to that: http://missmillacherry.blogspot.com.au/2016/04/kitty-carousel.html
I really love these dress styles so much, as they are so comfortable, yet stylish to wear.  Plus they actually look like true 1950's vintage dresses.
The Kitty Day dress I'm wearing in these blog photos is called Scallop Pistachio.

I love the green, white and pink together, it's such a gorgeous print.  With the little flowers and bows printed all over this dress.  I also adore the longer length as well (great for my taller height, I'm 174 cm).
The dress is made from a crisp cotton and features two front pockets, shoulder pads, a discreet side zip, vintage front buttons, a nipped waist and a gathered skirt.
It is currently listed to purchase on Vivien of Holloway's website for £89 and comes in many sizes, unfortunately some sizes have now sold out in this print, but there any many other prints to choose from. I always follow the size guide as listed on their website for each dress/garment to achieve the best fit to my body shape.
One thing I do find with the Kitty Day dresses, is that I always wear a belt, as it seems to give me more definition in the waist and in general looks more stylish!

Accessories Include
Heels from Bait Footwear
Vintage handbag from a facebook buy/sell/swap group 
Vintage gloves thrifted
Bangle thrifted
Pink hair-flower Gigis Retro Closet
Retro belt is by Hell Bunny
Retro glasses from a ebay seller
Lady brooch is from Deer Arrow

 

There blog photos were taken on my own at a heritage train station (no longer is use) at a town in Queensland, Australia called Gympie.

Back in the early day this train station would have been a busyone for sure.  I love taking photos at old train stations, it just seems to add a bit of authenticity to the photos, especially when wearing vintage inspired garments.

In other news, apart from working and doing general things at home I've been taking blog photos, I have quite a number of outfits/accessories that I shall be featuring on my blog in the near future, so that keeps me busy, but I really enjoy doing it!

I also caught up with family for lunch on Sunday, including my Mum, Dad, sister, brother, his wife and my niece and nephew.  It's always so wonderful to spend time with all the family!

Until next time!

Miss Milla Cherry xo

Penny Dungarees!

These cute dungarees are by Hell Bunny and were ordered through Natasha Marie Clothing
Natasha Marie Clothing is a boutique in Sydney Australia and an online store.  There store sells anything rockabilly, pinup and vintage inspired, by all your favorite Australian and international vintage inspired brands. They sell ladies fashion for example dresses, skirts, pants, shorts, shirts, blouses, tops, cardigans, petticoats, shoes, lingerie, swimwear and accessories.  Also men's fashion and accessories, kids fashion and home-wears.
You can find there store on facebook and instagram.

The Hell Bunny Penny Dungarees are long and wide legged, have cross over straps, has a zip in the center on the back to fasten, has a self fabric waistband and two buttons on each side of the straps so you can adjust the straps to fit comfortably for you.
This dungarees are made from 52% linen, 45% rayon and 3% elastane which feel absolutely comfortable on, only downside is the material does crinkle quite easily.
They come in sizes small to extra large and in black and navy blue, I'm wearing navy blue.
Unfortunately they have sold out in all sizes through Natasha Marie Clothing but you can order direct through the Hell Bunny website.

The blouse I'm wearing with my dungarees is the Caterina Green Gingham top by Lindybop
This top has Ric-rac detailing along the bottom and top, has elasticated cap sleeves, a wide elasticated waist-line, and is a loose fitting Gypsy style top.  It comes in sizes 6 - 26 and is made from 100% cotton.  Currently on Lindybop's website you can purchase this top for $14 (Australian) or £8. I love the green and white gingham and the Ric-rac detailing.

Accessories Include:
Canvas shoes from Chemist Warehouse 
Vintage handbag from a facebook buy/swap/sell group
Happy Glamper brooch from Erstwilder 
Green hair-scarf from Vintage Pip 
Retro sunglasses thrifted
Green floral earrings from Sunshine Adored

These photos were taken with my tripod and camera at the most beautiful gardens called Maleny Botanic Gardens
The gardens are located on the Sunshine Coast hinterlands in Queensland and have magnificent views of the Glasshouse mountains.  There was so many wonderful backdrops for my photos, for example lakes, waterfalls, many different flowers and plants and of course the view!  I also took photos of myself in another outfit, that I'll be sharing on my blog real soon.
I hope to visit this beautiful location again sometime soon in the near future!

In other news I went to a small vintage car show and shine yesterday at Tiaro, Queensland and caught up with a few other pinup ladies.

This weekend I'm planning on going up to Bundaberg, Queensland to visit family and to catch up with Miss Vera Vamp to take blog photos of each other and I'm going to her trivia night to raise money for her chosen charity Black Dog Institute in aid of Miss Pinup Doll Australia.  Miss Vera Vamp is actually a finalist in. Here's the link to her charity Vera Vamp Charity if you don't mind giving a little something, you many even win a pinup prize!

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry

Bamboo Paradise!

This gorgeous dress is called Paradise 50's Dress which is by UK vintage inspired brand Hell Bunny
Which I purchased and had on lay-by for a couple of months through my local pinup/rockabilly boutique called Cherry Tree Lane
 On the Hell Bunny official website, this dress is currently selling for 42.99 pounds ($73 Australian Dollars).  You can find it's listed to purchase on other rockabilly/pinup websites such as Unique Vintage, Atomic Cherry, Retro Glam and on ebay.
This dress ranges from size small to extra large, which is my usual size with Hell Bunny and it fits quite beautifully and feels comfortable to wear.

I adore the print on this dress with the bamboo sticks, the green leaves and the pink, yellow and purple orchids on the cream background. Such a stunning tropical inspired frock!
The material is made from a light 100% polyester (a great dress to wear in summer).  It's a 1950's shirt style dress, with a pleated skirt, that flows from the waist seam. Other features is the cute little wooden style buttons down the center front, has short sleeves, a high back with a back zip to get in and out off.
The length on this dress sits nicely at my knees, also you can wear it with or without a petticoat/crinoline, I choose not to wear a petticoat for these blog photos.

Accessories Include:
Shoes from Payless Australia
Purple wicker purse from Pinup Girl Clothing
Brooch from Viva La Lux
Pink hair-scarf and orchid hair-flower from ebay stores.
Silver bangles thrifted
Vintage parasol thrifted

This blog photos were taken a few weeks back by my Mum at a gorgeous spot called Bamboo Land which is a nursery and park-lands, full of bamboo trees and grassy areas for picnics etc.

In other news my pinup friend Vera Vamp and I attended the annual Greazefest Kustom Kulture Festival. We both were in the pinups on parade on Saturday, with other pinup ladies to show of our own personal pinup/vintage style to the crowd and photographers.
We both attended the festival both Saturday and Sunday. We enjoyed looking at all the market stalls, viewing all the awesome vintage and hot rod cars, and checking out some of the rockabilly bands. 
Looking forward to going again next year!

Also I'm now on leave from work for a couple of weeks...yay!  I'm just looking forward to the next couple of weeks doing what I want to do.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo

Birthday Picnic and Vintage Fashions!

On the weekend (Sunday) I went to my friends Birthday picnic/BBQ at a local Botanical Gardens, after we all had finish our lunch, I asked a few of my friends if they wanted to take some photos together in the gardens. Which of course they said yes to if was just us ladies who were dressed up in "pinup".

After having some lovely photos taken together, a few of us girls went to see an Australian movie called The Dressmaker this movie is set in the 1950's and stars Kate Winslet, Liam Hemsworth, Hugo Weaving and Judy Davis.  I really loved this movie, especially the beautiful 1950's costumes...just stunning!

For these photos I wore my sunflower Hell Bunny dress,  my new sunflower hair-flower from Daisy Jean Floral http://daisyjeanfloraldesigns.com/ 
Betty Jo sparrow brooch from Erstwilder http://www.erstwilder.com/ 
and a pair of white peep-toe shoes from Target Australia.

 I really enjoyed the day, it's so good to "hang out" with girlfriends whom dress similar to myself and enjoy having photos taken!

For my day off from work today I decided to wear this gorgeous 1950's Atomic print dress by Love ur Look Clothing  http://www.loveurlook.co.uk/
and to take some photos for my blog.
This week apart from working, I've been trying to organize a few girls that live locally and who also wear's pinup/vintage style clothing to help out with a little 1940's/50's fashion show I'm organizing for next week for the residents I take care of in an Aged care facility I work at.

I've asked the girls to bring along at least two outfits to parade around in and that are inspired from the 1940's and 50's.  Hopefully I will have enough girls for next week, as I really want the fashion show to be enjoyed by all!
Today was a really hot day here in Queensland, Australia. Apparently though over the next week, it will be getting hotter. Summer is here in Australia!!

I'm accessorizing this dress with my retro sunglasses by Collectif  https://www.collectif.co.uk/
a Betty Bo necklace, a red printed hair-scarf, a couple of bangles and a pair of red floral earrings.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo

Last Days of Holidays!

It's been a lovely three weeks off from work, only downside it just went by too fast, which I knew it would have. I'm back to work tomorrow!!
Oh well there is nothing much I can do about it, just have to get back into the swing of things at work until at least I get my next block of holidays, which should be early next year.

This lovely cherry print dress is by the UK vintage reproduction brand Collectif, I bought this dress off an ebay seller for a very good price, a while ago now.  I have previously blogged about this dress before this is the link if you wish to have a look/read: http://missmillacherry.blogspot.com.au/2015/04/all-cherries.html

I tried my first attempt at pin curling my hair last week and as you can see in these photos, this is how my hair turned out, which was pretty good for my first try. My hair can be very stubborn and thick, so at times it's quite hard to style my hair to how I want or like it.

I just love Collectif dresses, too date I own three dresses from this brand. With this particular dress I love the cherry print, the 40's inspired style, the light polyester fabric and how it's lined as well.
I decided to accessorize this dress with my red cardigan and my white faux beads.

Dress is by Collectif from an ebay seller.
Silver flats are from Rivers Australia  http://www.rivers.com.au/
Red cardigan is from Target Australia
White beads are from Vivien of Holloway http://www.vivienofholloway.com/

Over the weekend I attended a pinup workshop to gain some extra tips for my first pinup pageant competition which is happening next month. Which was really interesting to attend as I did learn quite a number of tips from it. I also went for a drive down to the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia. I had lunch and checked out this awesome shop down their, that sells a lot of vintage and second hand clothing, plus accessories and a lot of shoes! I ended up buying two cocktail style dresses and a couple pair of shoes.

 This dress which is by another UK vintage inspired brand called Vivien of Holloway. I wore this dress out to run some errands, to do some things at home and just relax before heading back to work.
I have also blogged about this dress previously before this is the link to that:  http://missmillacherry.blogspot.com.au/2015/05/pink-french-chic.html

I just love the 1940's style to this dress, I adore the longer length, the fabric print, the pockets, the crisp cotton fabric and the buttons down the front.
I decided to accessorize this dress with my Erstwilder "prancing poodle brooch", my pink hair-scarf and my pink cat-eye faux glasses.

Dress is from Vivien of Holloway 
Shoes are from a boutique called Retournez-vous (find on facebook)
Erstwilder brooch is from Woolloongabba Antique Centre www.woolloongabbaantiquecentre.com/
Pink hair-scarf and glasses are both from an ebay seller.
Pink Hell Bunny retro belt is from Gwynnies Emporium http://gwynnies.com.au/

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo