Miami Flamingo!

This week's blog post is about this bright and colourful dress from Lindybop
It's called "Valerie" Purple Miami Print Swing Dress. I saw this wonderful dress come up for "sale" on Lindybop's website, a little while ago and I just had to purchase it for myself.  The fun border print and colours sold it for me. I love the pink's and purples, plus the Miami street scenery and the pink flamingos flying over the city skyline.
This dress is currently for sale at around 50% off on Lindybop's website for $29.95 (Aus) £18.  The sizes available, are 8-22.

Other great features to this dress includes the fabric, it's made of a stretch poly fabric with a matte finish. That is 97% polyester and 3% elastane. It also has a concealed back zipper, a deep fitted waistband and a box pleated swing skirt. I also love the front and back V shaped neckline.
I found this dress very comfortable to wear, especially with the fabric that was used and it fits well to my measurements.

Accessories Include:
Cream sandals from Bait Footwear 
Purple wicker handbag from Pinup Girl Clothing 
Bangles are thrifted
Flamingo brooch from Kmart Australia 
Flamingo hoop earrings from Revere Folie 
Hair-flowers from various boutiques

I've been dressing pinup/vintage inspired now for around three to four years and one thing I've always struggled with the most is my hair and creating perfect pinup and vintage inspired hair.  Mainly because my hair is very thick and very stubborn, both of these reasons can make it very hard to create perfect victory rolls and bumper bangs.  Over the last year I do feel that I am improving with my hair especially when it comes to setting pin curls and doing a wet set with sponge hair rollers in my hair.
In Queensland, Australia it does get very hot and humid here in summer and spring, so I mostly like wearing my hair up off my neck.  Because of this I love to try and create a poodle inspired hair-style, as in these photos.  How do you feel I went?

In other news I've just been working, taking blog photos, selling some of my dresses, skirts etc that I don't really want anymore and buying new pretties for myself to wear and feature on my blog.
I'm looking forward to having four days off from work next weekend for Easter, it will be a lovely little break.
In May I have two weeks off from work which will be wonderful, especially as I can wear my pretties and no boring uniforms.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo

Nautical Girl!

This nautical inspired outfit that I'm wearing in these photos and blogging this week is from Lindybop
I bought both the top and couletts a few months ago, as they were both on "sale" at the time.
The 'Bardot' sailboat and lighthouse print jersey top, is made from a soft jersey material ( it's very comfortable to wear).  It has three quarter length sleeves and is made from 95% viscose and 5% elastane.  I just love the sailboat and lighthouse print on the blue background, very cute and nautical of course!
This top though is nearly sold out in all sizes on Lindybop's website but you may be able to find it through other rockabilly/pinup/vintage inspired online boutiques and stores.

The 'Bobette' blue white stripe culotte trousers are also from Lindybop.  They are high-waisted, have side pockets, a concealed side zip and really cute anchor decorative buttons in the front panel. These pants are also very comfortable to wear because of the wide design legs and that's it made from 97% cotton and 3% elastane. Again these trousers are nearly sold out through Lindybop, with only a couple of sizes left.
Both the top and trousers fit me quite well, I always follow the size guide for each garment.

Accessories Include:
White sandals from Novo Shoes 
Blue jelly handbag from Laurina Jean Retro 
Sunglasses Colette by Colette Hayman
Bamboo bangles and blue hair-scarf from ebay sellers

These photos were taken by my Mum down at the marina and on the Urangan pier at Hervey Bay, Queensland.
I knew I wanted to take photos in this outfit for my blog near sailing boats, and by the sea.  My Mum did a wonderful job taking these photos with my new camera!

In other news I had a lovely weekend just gone, taking blog photos at a friends house, she owns a beautiful Queenslander out on acreage, I'll be sharing these photos in the coming weeks.
On Sunday I went to Wings and Wheels, this included watching a pinup pageant (20 ladies, strutting their stuff), also there were old war planes and of course vintage cars to look at and admire.
The last two days at work, I dressed up in a touch of Halloween and today I dressed up for The Melbourne cup, Australia's most prestigious annual horse race that stops a nation!  I always enjoy dressing up a bit for work if I can.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo

Pink and Floral!

As soon as I saw these vintage inspired handbags by USA company Lola Von Rose on instagram and other blogger webpages, I knew I had to own one for myself and to feature on my blog!
As I do love cute and stylish handbag and better still it is vintage inspired! I chose one of my favorite colours, pink, other colours include black (currently sold out), red, white, and coming soon mint seafoam green and light purple.  These are available to purchase for $64 (US), though currently you can get 30% off the purchase price on these wonderful handbags, through Lola Von Rose website.

They are made from acrylic and have a metal clasp to secure, plus a sturdy curved handle to carry.  For a smaller handbag I was still able to fit my iphone, a small purse, keys, lipstick and sunglasses in this bag. My only advice is when opening the bag, place on a level surface so your contents don't come spilling out.  I just love this cute little bag so much! I highly recommend adding one or even two of these handbags to your collection ladies!

I'm wearing my new Pink Voodoo Vixen top and Jenny skirt in floral ribbon print from Pinup Girl Clothing
The Jenny skirt is a full gathered skirt, that has a wide waistband, a back zipper and hidden lipstick pockets.  It's made from 97% cotton and 3% spandex.  I adore the floral and blue ribbon print.  The skirt can be purchase for $98 (US) and comes in sizes XS to XL through Pinup Girl Clothing.

I chose to match this skirt with my Deadly Dames Voodoo Vixen top also by Pinup Girl Clothing.
This top is currently on sale, so there are not many sizes left.  It's has criss cross straps which preferably should be crossed at the front, but I decided to cross at the back instead, which actually feels more comfortable on me.  It's also made from 97% cotton and 3% spandex, is lined and has a zip in the back.  Really great to wear in summer here in Queensland, Australia.

I'm also wearing a pink short-sleeve cardigan by Freddies of Pinewood which was given to me by a good friend.  It's so cute and great to wear when it's a little cool outside, just to cover the shoulders and upper-arms.

Accessories Include:
Flats from Payless Australia
Boater Straw Hat from Pinup Girl Clothing
Pin-wheel brooch is from Erstwilder
Bangles are thrifted
Petticoat is from Lindybop

These photos for this week's blog post were taken on my own in and around a local public park  called Queens Park which are located in Maryborough, Queensland.
I love finding the parasols/umbrellas hanging in the trees to pose with and the pretty pink flowers. I took these on a Sunday afternoon, when there is not many people around.

In other news I officially start my new position as a activity officer tomorrow at work! Which is a full-time position of five days a week and that means weekends off...yay!!

This weekend I'm planning taking blog photos at a friends place on Saturday and attending a vintage day on Sunday called Wings and Wheels there will be vintage cars and planes, a pinup competition and markets to look at.

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

Bailee Venice!

I received this gorgeous dress a couple of weeks ago from a UK inspired brand Lindy Bop to feature on my blog for a review and to wear!  This dress is called "Bailee" Yellow Venice Border Swing Dress. 
I love the Venice border print, and the yellow/white print.
I love how the wide straps meet towards the middle of the dress to the front bow, I find with this strap style, the straps don't fall down of your shoulders, which can be really annoying if your forever having to fix up your straps on a dress!
The material is 97% cotton, 3% elastane and is fully lined which is 100% cotton.
Such a stunning summer inspired dress!

I ordered size 14 which fits my measurements perfectly. Currently this dress ranges from sizes 6 up to 26 and is currently listed for 38 (British pounds) or $66.53 (Australian dollars).
  Other features to this dress is a box pleat skirt, a removable matching belt, concealed back zip with a hook and eye and has hidden in-seam pockets.
 I also love the length and I wore one of my petticoats (from ebay) underneath for a fuller swing skirt.
If your looking for a vintage inspired dress for spring/summer and for a reasonable price, then Lindy Bop currently have a lot of dresses listed on their website for sale and on "sale" for generous reduced prices!

Accessories Include:
Shoes from Target Australia
Bag is by SunJellies and ordered through Vintage Pip
Yellow hair-flower from Your One Stop Pinup Shop
Bangles from a local clothing & accessories boutique
Sunglasses from a local accessories boutique

These blog photos were taken by my Mum at a lovely place called Bamboo Land which is a nursery and park-lands, and is also used for weddings and family picnics.  There were many beautiful spots for photos, such as bamboo trees, landscape gardens and plants, a river, statues and an old style train on the park-lands.

In other news over the weekend just gone my friend and follow blogger Vera Gin Vintage took photos of each other in two different outfits for future blog reviews!

Also I've been receiving a number of packages over the last week from Mr Postman and today I received a new camera a (Canon EOS 700) to take blog photos etc with, I just have to work out how to use it properly!
I'm going to try and sell my current camera, as it still works quite well.  But I wanted an upgrade for my blog photos.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo

Country Gal!

This beautiful dress I wanted to share with you all on my blog is from a New Zealand vintage inspired clothing company called V is for Vintage
I came across this brand V is for Vintage via social media, so I decided to take a look at their website and I really loved what I saw!
V is for Vintage or MaeKing (whom is the source for the name of this brand). Mae King spent all her life sewing and she taught her daughter's the art of tailoring. Her daughter Denise is the master seamstress behind the Mae King range, she is also the co-founder and fashion director of V is for Vintage. There is also Kirstin whom is also the co-founder, designer and of course wearer of the MaeKing range. V is for Vintage sell women's dresses, tops and skirts along with Men's tops and waistcoats.

This dress is called The Hip to be Square dress and is inspired by the 1950's American styled square dancing dresses and patio sets.
On the website this dress is actually green, but I asked for a light blue fabric instead, which was kindly accepted and sourced for me by the lovely team of V is for Vintage.
This dress ranges from size 6 right up to size 28, I sent my measurements though, so this dress would fit perfectly on me.
The light blue fabric is made out of cotton, has black and white ribbon trimmings around the neckline and on the ruffled tiers of the skirt. This dress also has a back zipper, a black bow on the fitted bodice and short puffed sleeves.

This frock is really "out of the box" for me, as it's a type of style I haven't actually worn before - but as soon as I saw it on the website, I just had to order it, as I don't own any Western/Country inspired dresses.  I do adore this dress, only little downside is the neckline it's just a bit too high for my own personal taste, apart from that this dress is such a beautiful dress to wear!
I wore one of my petticoat's underneath for more structure and shape to the dress.
I highly recommend on ordering yourself something from the New Zealand vintage inspired brand V is for Vintage.

Accessories Include:
Cowboy boots from a ebay seller
Belt is from a Lindybop dress
Erstwilder Picnic Portrait Brooch ordered through Vintage Pip
Bangles are thifted
Retro sunglasses from an ebay seller
Earrings are from Colette by Colette Hayman

I knew I had to take "country" inspired photos with this dress and I found these park-lands, that looked and felt very "country" inspired to me.  I took these blog photos myself with my tripod and camera, I did receive some quick glaces by people walking through the park-lands, but I kept telling and reminding myself, don't worry about what they're thinking, just keep smiling and posing!
I do prefer having someone to take my photos though as it's not as awkward. On occasions I do have to take my own blog photos.

In other news I had my professional photo-shoot over the weekend, I've seen some of the photos so far and they're looking awesome, I had a fun couple of hours taking photos in and around such a beautiful vintage car.  I hope to share some photos with you all, real soon!

Also I'm looking forward to attending my first Cooly Rocks On, down at Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, in a couple of weeks time. It should be a fun weekend of all things retro, rockabilly, vintage and pinup inspired! I have some outfits lined up that I'm wanting to wear.

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo






 Note: All words & opinions in this blog post are written entirely on my own.

Let's Go Sailing!

I was recently given the opportunity to review this gorgeous swing skirt by an Australian rockabilly/pinup business called Ursalady Creations which you can find on their facebook page.  They also have a physical store in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.  Ursalady sells well-known vintage inspired women's & men's clothing brands, accessories, shoes, lingerie plus some home-wears. They also sell their own swing skirts, I choose their "pink yacht skirt" to blog - which is currently on sale for $45 Australian dollars.

There swing skirts come in 7 other prints and their size range's from small (26 inch waist) to 4XL (41 inch waist). I ordered the XL which is my usual waist size of 32 inches and it fits perfectly.
I love the pink fabric with the sailing boats around the bottom and the little nautical objects all over the skirt.
This skirt is made out of a light crisp cotton, is gathered, and has a back zipper and top button to secure. I also love the length as I can wear a full petticoat underneath.
I should be able to wear this skirt in both the summer & winter months with a pair of tights/stockings underneath.
I decided to pair this skirt with my black and white striped 'October top" from UK vintage inspired brand Lindy Bop which unfortunately is currently out of stock.

Accessories Include:
Black flats from Payless Australia
Pink bag is by Sunjellies ordered through  Vintage Pip
Pink Petticoat is from Lindy Bop 
Retro belt is from an ebay seller 
Pink gumball necklace is from Your one stop pinup shop 
Retro sunglasses were a gift
Sea shell hair-piece is from Gigis Retro Closet 
Brooch is from Viva La Lux 

 These photos were taken by my follow blogger/pinup friend Miss Vera Gin Vintage, whilst I was visiting her hometown of Bundaberg last weekend to visit family and Miss Vera Gin.
I knew I wanted to take these blog photos with sailing boats/yachts in the background to match with my sailing inspired skirt. We took these photos at a local yacht harbour and by the Burnett river that goes directly through Bundaberg.

In other news I've just been busy working, taking blog photos (have quite a number of outfits to blog), and just been busy with home-life.
I'm looking forward to next weekend as myself and Miss Vera Gin will be heading down to a rockabilly festival as we're both in a pinup parade, so excitting - I still don't know what I'll be wearing yet!

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo