Getting to Know Silver Cat Tea Party!

Here is the next beautiful lady I love to introduce to you all Christina! Her blog is called Silver Cat Tea Party

I've been following Christina's blog now for around a year and a half and I absolutely love her fashion style and all her wonderful dresses she owns! Christina also has an awesome collection of Trashy Diva dresses/skirts. I love reading Christina's blog posts as well as her outfit review's and blog photos she always tells her readers what her and her husband have been up to or going to do in their everyday lives for example dinner plans, holiday plans etc.

Question:  How did you come up with the name Silver Cat Tea Party for your blog?

 I wanted to find a name that would invoke vintage glamour without departing too far from my personal style. At the same time I wanted a name that would kind of give an idea of what my blog would be about, the things that I love the most.... cats, tea parties, and vintage style. I thought about somehow incorporating my cat's name into the blog name too and so when I came up the combination of Silver Cat Tea Party I knew it was the winner... the word silver has two meanings for me... silver as in old, the silver age of Hollywood, the silver age of comic books, etc... but also silver because my cat is grey. And so to say Silver Cat came naturally as it was my own way of naming my blog after my cat. After that the whole name just came together... 

Question:  Please describe your blogging style?

 My blog is a fairly new blog. I've only been blogging for about two years and so this year from last things are still kind of changing... The bulk of my blog is vintage and retro style fashion, tea outings, and the occasional cat popping up in my photos. Mostly I'll either post outfits that I've worn or dress reviews for dresses that I've recently bought. I try to go out for tea about once a month and so will post about those outings. I like to do posts about matching your dresses to your teaware too which I do about once a month. Last year I was doing a lot of posts on how to DIY vintage style accessories like sweater clips and hair fascinators as well as posting on dresses that I've sewn but I haven't been doing as much of those this year though I do hope to pick those back up again. 

 Question:  What inspired you to start blogging?

It was a combination of three things really.

To start, I've always been fascinated with vintage style and and times from the past for as long as I can remember though it wasn't until 2008 or so that I started becoming aware of all the multitudes of companies and retailers that specialize in vintage reproduction who made dressing in vintage style so much more accessible. While I was getting more and more into dressing in vintage style most examples that were out there were mostly pinup and rockabilly style-- it's a style that I love to look at but not one that I necessarily identify with. And so when I happened upon the blog, The Full Figured Chest and saw Holly rocking some gorgeous vintage inspired looks without the rockabilly twist I started to become persuaded that there might be a place for my little blog on the interwebs.

The second thing was that I always love seeing pics of real people in vintage style clothing. I find that it's really important to see what a dress would look like on a non model before buying... especially since I feel like 95% of vintage reproduction is bought online so I felt like taking outfit posts and dress reviews was in a way adding to this shopper's support system online while encouraging others to do the same.

Lastly, which is really the beginning of where I got the idea to create a blog, is that I have a friend that kept encouraging me and egging me on to start a blog to document the outfits that I've worn. But going full circle, I didn't really think my blog would really have a place until I came across Holly's blog, the Full Figured Chest.

Question:  Describe your fashion sense/style?

 I would say casual vintage reproduction with a modern twist. I've never been a huge makeup or hair person. I'm definitely more of a throw on and go type of person which is why I consider myself casual when it comes to vintage reproduction. As far as time periods I mostly gravitate to looks inspired from the 40's, 50's, and 60's. I don't feel like I'm really 100% accurate in my depiction of any time period though especially since I fail getting any accuracy in the hair or makeup department and so I would say more modern day vintage inspired rather than full on vintage. 

 Question: Do you have any favourite bloggers and if so can you name a few?

 There are so many bloggers that I love and I'm sorry I can't list them all! There's your blog, Miss Milla Cherry, and also Holly from the Full Figured Chest recently started a new blog, Vintage Voluptuous, which I adore. I also really love Gracefully Vintage, Retro Rover, Porcelina's World, CiCi Marie, Colour Me Bristol, and the two newest one's I've started following: Prefer to Be Demure, and Chronically Vintage, just to name a few of my favorites! There really are just so many out there that I love to follow!

Question:  What can your readers/followers expect from you and your blog over the next 12 months?

 Definitely more Outfit of the Day posts and more Matching Your Dresses To Your Teaware posts. ... which I guess is a way of saying more of the same! LOL. I'm going to try and get around to more DIY and sewing posts, though it will probably take me a while to get back into the swing of things there. And I'm definitely also trying to keep more up-to-date on my Dress Review posts. I noticed I haven't been keeping up with those as well as I was last year. Nothing new is in the works really though... just trying to keep up with what I've got so far :)

I hope you enjoyed my little interview with Christina and getting to know her blog Silver Cat Tea Party better!
I very grateful Christina found time out of her personal life and agreed to be part of my blog!  

Until next time!
Miss Milla Cherry xo
 

Elegant Flowers!

Today's outfit blog post is about this lovely floral dress by the vintage reproduction clothing brand Lindybop. I've decided to accessorize this dress with my Paris print handbag and my cat-eye sunglasses.

I bought this dress over a year ago now from an ebay seller, I loved the floral print, the style and cut of this dress. It also has a big bow tie and gathered pleats down from the bow, which is made out of the same print (that's why, it's hard to see) on the side of the waist. I also love the length, my Mum though had to alter the top half of the dress, as it was somewhat big on me in the bust area when I received it and tried it on. Now it's fits really quite well on me.
For these photos I'm also wearing a petticoat underneath, to give the dress more structure and shape.

My dress is by Lindybop and is from an ebay seller.
My black flats are from Kmart.
My Paris print handbag is from a local handbag and luggage boutique.
The petticoat and sunglasses are both from an ebay seller.
The purple tights are from Target.

In the above photo is a beautiful floral tattoo, I found online. I would love a tattoo like this, maybe somewhere on my back! Anyway I thought it fits in with my "elegant flowers" blog post for today.

Until next time!
Cherrymilla xo

Retrospec'd

This blog post is my review on the Australian vintage reproduction brand named Retrospec'd.

Retrospec'd are based in Australia, with all their clothing actually being Australian made. This wonderful brand sells dresses, skirts, tops and blouses, knitwear, pants and shorts, pyjamas and petticoats. Plus some menswear. You can purchase their fashion items from their official website which is http://retrospecd.com/ or from time to time ebay, or from some rockabilly/pinup/vintage inspired stores and boutiques that stock and sell this brand.

I have been wanting to buy myslef something beautiful from Retrospec'd for a while now, but it wasn't until recently that I currently now own two dresses from this brand. The first I actually purchased just before Christmas from an ebay seller for a very good price. It had previously been worn just a few times, so was still in a very good condition. This dress is called Vivian country life dress.

Vivian country life.

I really love the design and style of this dress. Also the country life print on it, so beautiful!

This dress fits me really well. It has a back zipper to get in and out of. I also love the lightness of the cotton twill fabric.

It's a full circle skirt, with many pleats. I do love the pleats, but it's a pain to iron!

Myself styling this beautiful dress.

So far I have found Retrospec'd garments to be of a high quality, with their items being unique, beautiful and staying true to the 1940's/50's style. Prices are on the higher end scale though, usually between $180 - $200 for a full-priced dress but from time to time, there are good bargains to be found especially in their "sale" section or from ebay or from other stores that may stock some of their dresses/clothing etc.

The next dress I ended up putting on lay-by from an Australian boutique called Miskonduct Klothing  http://www.miskonduct.com/  this dress is called Betty Fruit basket.

Betty fruit basket

Once again I really love the design and style of this dress as well. The fruit fabric print and coloring is so beautiful.

This dress has box pleats and the skirt is not as full as the above dress. I love the light cotton twill fabric, so comfortable and also fits quite well.

It also has pockets, comes with a matching belt and has a back zipper to get in and out of. Plus the low-cut back...perfect!!

Here I am styling this perfect dress.

Their sizing is quite different especially for each style and design of dress, so do make sure you follow the actual sizing guide that's up on the website for each garment piece and that you know your exact measurements if buying online.

I would highly recommend anything from the Australian brand Retrospec'd to any lady or man who loves wearing vintage inspired clothing.

Until next time!
Cherrymilla xo

Bernie Dexter!

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This blog post is my review on the vintage reproduction brand called Bernie Dexter.

Bernie Dexter is not just the name of this vintage fashion inspired brand, but it's also the name of the  CEO, and fashion designer behind the label that is Bernie Dexter! This brand is based out of the United States, with all the fashion items actually made in the USA.
Bernie Dexter designs and sells pinup dresses, skirts, pants, tops and swimwear.
You can purchase any of these fashion items from the actual website which is: http://berniedexter.com/ or from ebay and just about any other vintage/rockabilly/pinup inspired fashion stores and boutiques that sells this brand.

I currently own one dress and one skirt from this brand. The first I bought myself was a dress, around nine months ago from my local rockabilly/pinup boutique called Cherry Tree Lane Fashions. This dress is the Beatrice pink poodle print pinup dress.

I really love the Paris scenery print on this dress, the cotton fabric and the pink and white colors.
The white bust bodice and draped neckline is so amazing on this dress.

This dress also has lipstick pockets and comes with a white belt.

Only downside, it's a little tight in the waist, but I  still wear this gorgeous dress.








 

Here I am styling this beautiful dress.

So far I have found Bernie Dexter to design and produce beautiful and unique dresses and skirts. Only downside most of the dresses are not lined and are somewhat expensive to purchase if you do actually pay full-price.
The price ranges is usually between $100 - $200 for a particular piece of item. But you can pay cheaper prices if you look out for "sale" items, of buy from ebay etc.

A couple of weeks ago I bought myself a skirt which I ordered from Gwynnies Emporium the website is: http://gwynnies.com.au/ this skirt is called Trixie in serenity bridge. I wanted to buy the dress version, but their was a mix up on my order with another company I was ordering through. I received a full refund, but end up buying the skirt instead.

I really love the light cotton fabric and garden style print on the skirt, with the greenery, flowers, water and bridges. It's so beautiful.
This skirt also comes with lipstick pockets.
Such a great summer skirt!

Only downside for me, is the length, just wish it was a little longer, like by two inches as it only comes to my knees.

Here I am styling this lovely skirt.

So far I have found Bernie Dexter sizing to be somewhat on the small size, as I'd thought a size Large would fit me, but as I stated above the dress I do own, is a little firm in the waist area. The skirt fits better though, as I actually went a size up to extra large. But if your are buying online make sure you go by the actual measurements, which you can find on the official Bernie Dexter website.

I would really recommend Bernie Dexter to any fashionable vintage/pinup/rockabilly inspired ladies, that wishes to own a unique piece of clothing!

Until next time!
Cherrymilla xo

Christmas Frocks!

First I just want to wish everyone who reads my blog post a very Merry Christmas!!

This is just a quick post about what frocks I'll be wearing this week of Christmas celebrations.

The first is a dress by the vintage reproduction brand Lindybop.

I bought this dress a couple of months ago from Lindybop's official website.

As it was on "sale". I love the red color of this dress and the leopard print collar, sleeves, pockets and buttons.

I'll be doing a review on my couple of Lindybop dresses soon, so I'll upload a photo then, of me wearing this dress!








The second dress I'll wear is from the vintage reproduction brand Hellbunny.

I'll wear this dress, because of the red/white/green colors, very Christmas looking.

I bought this dress about six months ago, from my local pinup/rockabilly clothing store, called Cherry Tree Lane Fashions - find on facebook.

I have posted a review on this dress in my Part II review on Hellbunny! Which you can find in my blog archives.












The third dress, I'm planning on wearing will be on Christmas eve, it's from the American vintage reproduction brand Tatyana.

 



I bought this wiggle dress on facebook from a lady who was selling it for a very good price, I love the red poppies and it's made of a lovely velvet.

In the near future, I'll write a blog review on this dress and post a photo of me wearing this lovely dress as well.

I may even wear this dress for New Years!











The fourth and final dress, I'm planning on wearing for Christmas day is a dress I won on ebay, again for a really good price. It's by an Australian vintage reproduction brand called Retrospec'd.

 



   I really love the country style print, design and look of this beautiful dress.

As soon as I saw this frock on ebay I really wanted it!
Now it's mine!!

Once again I'll write a post review in the near future about this gorgeous dress and post up a photo of myself wearing and styling it!










Merry Christmas!

Until next time!
Cherrymilla xo