Retro 1950s swimwear

I know it's not really swimming season but, one can dream and always go to indoor pool.

Anyway I'm here to talk about the oh so nautical retro high rise bathing suit.They are beautiful 1950s trend that is hotting up today. They have a fun mix and match quality about them. Plus the often polkadot, stripe and floral prints are very nautical. Great for boat trips/cruises. 

You can find loads at modcloth.com, Boohoo.com, asos.com and every typical vintage store.

This trend came in big 2012 but is still hot today.Rock a bikini with a slimming high waist and maybe some beautiful button or bow details.

Buttons on the thigh draw the eye up, making legs longer and bodies thinner and more hot. 

Pair with large sunhats and bold sunglasses, wedge sandals or flipflops for a beach vibe. Basically check out the images for ideas.

Here are some people (models) wearing this trend:

 

Coloured hem dresses n skirts.

Dip hem dresses used to be popular but then they have become hard to locate.

I'm meaning clothing like these:

find these here:http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=124578674

They are very on the colour block trend and add a pop of colour to a vintage style outfit.

The style also can be found on skirts. I think they're striking.

There are a lot of these dresses at Asos.com:

Here are some skirts in this style:

($30 from yesstyle.com)

and this one I bought from Topshop a couple years ago but love the vibrant colour of. No idea where to find it now sorry. But with good sewing skills you can add an orange band to a purple skater skirt.

This black and white skirt screams retro. You can find it here: http://www.chicwish.com/color-block-faux-leather-skater-skirt.html

Dog Tags and the Dog House

 The 'Army' look that includes dogtags and heavy khaki or a green like material for a jacket has been sneaking in and out of the fashion world lately. One year, the army look heavily populated culture and then left. It snuck back once again for a short period and then drifted away. What is up with this style? Something tells me it can only last for a short period of time because nobody can sustain the green colour or the clanging of the silver dog tags which in return, leaves the whole 'army' style in the dog house over and over again.
 I don't quitely prefer the look but may have changed my mind with the pairing of different patterns such as a bright colour or floral pattern. It has become a mystery as though because it just appears to be not fitted with style as often. But, on this blog, you can still look great if you have an old khaki or green jacket laying around. Let's show you some excellent ways to make this look still possible!

A skirt looks great with the jacket as seen the photos above. Try to pair the army jacket with a striped or floral shirt. Bright colours like the blue or even a graphic tee like the one on the left-hand side shown above. A cute, solid coloured belt works fine. These are just a great number of ways to look great and still in style with your army jacket.

Victoria Beckham and Kim Kardashian style the green army pant.

As for camouflage, there are some cute ways to style that look up too. The camouflage isn't in style at all currently but why let those pants sit away tucked in the corner of your closet? Here are some cute options for that look:

I hope you get inspired by these army looks. They can be cute to wear with some bright colours and maybe perhaps try to wear a chunky necklace with the look. Just play around with everything and maybe share a picture with us by linking it in the comments! Thanks again! :)

Get the adorable look for less.

http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=120416434

(The link to all items are in this link)

To me this look is adorable yet, really trendy at the same time. It's girly without being all pink and fluffy. Not that wearing pink is bad...but, sometimes us females need to look grown up for a change.

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Here we will post someone wearing what we think is a great outfit with all the items to make said look. All the items will be at very affordable prices. 

Don't you just love a bargain...we certainly do...theses heel boot (lita boots) normally from Jeffery Campbell for example are usually around £110. 

However, heel.com does them for only £39.....Wait for more top finds from us in future post.

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The Tip of the Top Hat

What really happened to the Top Hat? We never really see anybody wearing those anymore. Sad. They used to be an eye-catching accessory in fashion culture. If nobody has really known this, you can make a top hat very stylish. You can add embellishments and such. They are truly a statement and that brings us to the Steampunk Fashion Era.
 Make a statement with these hats! The hats are decorated and look so unique. They are really an eye-catching piece now! With these top hats heavily decorated, it adds to being goth a bit. And, there is nothing wrong with that. Just something special! Anyway, back on topic. The tip of the top hat is now the bottom believe it or not.

Back then, yes, in the olden days, the top hats were worn with sophistication. Worn today, they can be a bit vintage and playful.

Steampunk fashion is bringing back the trend of the top hats slowly. We see them coming into view little bits at a time. If we are patient enough, we may see them make a major come back. It would be wonderful to see the tip of the top hat again, instead of the lowly bottom.

Is Velvet Making a Come Back?

A while ago, I saw a girl wearing a velvet dress. She paired it with black tights and black boots, which are trending big-time right now! Not sure if velvet was making a come back or becoming a trend again, I decided I would do some research!

For 2014, velvet can be worn modernly just as that beautiful girl had styled that dress. It was a simple outfit and looked very 'fresh' and 'new.'

Below are some ways velvet dresses can be worn today! 

These dresses are so beautiful and are so very versatile. 

Other ways to wear velvet garments:

These are great for the upcoming winter to spring transition. The velvet shorts add so much and add an extra touch to that tan, light-fitted sweater. A floral blouse peaking out under the sweater just assures us all that spring is for surely on it's way! ✿

Boots have been a huge trend in the recent months and not just because of the autumn and winter. The versatility of them lets you add them to any outfit and shows off a twist of comfort and vintage style. Maybe try to pair a velvet boot with an outfit to add creativity. Both of the pictures above show a side of vintage style as well. 

As I see it, velvet today will not hit the fashion market widespread. Searching on internet, there wasn't much to find for modern fashion. If you feel otherwise about velvet becoming a trend again, don't be shy about commenting! If you want to wear velvet, it will provide a look of vintage style. You will have to put the outfit together yourself though with pieces as there aren't many choices for velvet these days. Making it into modern style is all on you! 

Now, for some red velvet cake...