Your Perfect Fit In 3 Easy Steps

Flattering clothes are all about fit. The hard part is finding the fit, right? Well not anymore! At Shabby Apple I answered 3 simple questions and they gave me a whole list of gorgeous dresses for my pear/hourglass shape along with simple style tips. Oh and talk about a confidence boost! Shabby Apple also gave me a style icon based on my body shape. Look who mine is...

 

 I loved the dresses so much I became an affiliate. So pop on over and see how easy it is to get the perfect fit in vintage glam. Make sure you also check out their look-book!

Retro Glam At The Golden Globes

I'm not one to follow celebrity fashion like a hawk, but when Hollywood gets all dolled up for an awards show, I'm like a moth to the flame. Here are some of my favorite retro glam pics from omg! from last night's show.

Cameron Diaz gives a nod to 1930's glam in this Alexander McQueen dress. You can get the same look in this vintage gown from etsy seller JasperVisions.

Lea Michele, wearing Oscar de la Renta, looks ready for her cotillion. Get the same look with this Bubble Gum pink dress from etsy seller TimelessVixenVintage.

I'm not sure if this dress by Zac Posen is appropriate for the Golden Globes, but Tina Fey still looks rockin' in it. Just put on some red peep-toe's, red lipstick and a flower in her hair and she's pin-up ready! Get the same look with this dress from etsy seller TimelessVintageVixen.

Lauren Graham's dress was very pretty, but didn't really suite her body. Even in this ill-fitting dress, she still reminded me of someone...

Here of some vintage glam hair styles..

Let's Play Cinderella Shall We...

Okay, you can play Cinderella and I'll play the wicked step-sister who cuts off her heel to fit into these gorgeous shoes...

Morbid, I know. But if ever there were shoes worth cutting off your heel to fit into, these would be it. All of these beautiful shoes are hand-painted by etsy seller Hippy of Doom Shoes.

Check out her shop for more hand-painted lovelies.

5 Things Mama's Neglect To Buy Themselves

It's ridiculous the things we will deny ourselves after having children. We'll use the same tired purse for years, but we're sure to buy Johnny his new backpack every year. Even when things obviously need to be replaced, we still ignore them. Well honey, this has got to stop! Take a look at this list to see what you've been neglecting to buy yourself.

1. Bra's - We've talked about the importance of wearing a bra that fits right on an earlier post. If you find yourself tugging it down, adjusting your girls into the cups, elastic or threads coming undone or wires poking through, it's time for a new one.
2. Underwear - Underwear are one of the most affordable luxuries yet we routinely deny ourselves the pleasure. Go out now and buy yourself a bunch of much-too-fancy knickers and do this every 3 months.
3. Eyeshadow - Why do we hold on to eyeshadow for years? I'll admit I'm guilty of this and I'm not sure why I do it. Eyeshadows have an expiration date and can be a breeding ground for bacteria. yuck. Throw them out and treat yourself to an eyeshadow shopping spree.
4. Pajamas - Vintage mama's should never look frumpy, even while we sleep. The vintage nightgown featured above is available through fabgabs on etsy.
5. Pillow - It drives me crazy how both my mama and abuelita sleep on 3 flat pillows. Please buy yourself a big, dreamy pillow and don't forget to use a silk pillow case.

What are other things that you neglect to buy yourself since you became a mama?

Vintage Calenders For a Glamorous 2010

I shared on my other blog some super cute, vintage inspired calenders for the new year. Here are some more calenders with more of a glam look. Vintage beauty inspiration all year long!

Your Holiday Party To-Do List

1. Take coat, shawl, wrap to dry cleaners. Have them replace any buttons if necessary.
2. Try on your dresses and look them over to make sure they are in good repair. Have your dresses taken in (yay!) or out (boo!) and mended if need be.
3. Get your hair trimmed and color retouched. Ask if you salon offers hair glazing, which will add tons of shine and boost your color. If not then...
4. Do a deep conditioning treatment at the salon or at home.
5. Get an eyebrow and upper lip wax.
6. Use a home teeth whitener.
7. Wipe the inside and outside of your clutches and purses.
8. Practice your party makeup looks and purchase new makeup if necessary.
9. Get a mani and pedi. Purchase a new nail color to repair any chips in between services.
10. Stock up on emergency mini's : hairspray, hand sanitizer/wet wipes, deodorant, hand lotion, gum, lip balm and a pen.
11. Clean your jewelery. Make sure you have both pairs of earrings and latches from necklaces and bracelets are in working order.
12. Polish shoes.
13. Buy a body lotion with a touch of shimmer for that extra Christmas glow.
14. Make a list of all your holiday parties and don't forget to include items you must take like food items or a hostess gift.

* Album cover- Vintage Christmas: Best songs form the 20's,30's & 40's available from Past Perfect.

How to get an hour glass shape instantly!

(Virginia Mayo)

Pear...apple...celery...No matter what body type or weight you are, you can have a beautiful hourglass shape just like the darlings of times gone by. Here are some super simple tricks to cinch the waist and create bodacious hips:

• Wear A-line cut skirts and dresses. This cut minimizes the waist and is excellent for all body shapes.

• Wear a belt or sash at the waist. This draws in the eye to the middle to accentuate a small waist and lovely hips.
  

• Wear a wrap dress. Created by Diane von Furstenberg in 1973, the wrap dress easy to wear no matter what body shape.

• Wear a waist-length or belted coat.

• Wear a pencil skirt or wiggle dress. This will hug every curve to really maximize the hour glass effect. Just make sure you wear the right undergarments! (see below)

• Wear a bullet bra. This amazing bra not only takes years off of drooping girls, but also makes your waist appear smaller.

• Wear a waist cincher or corset.

• Wear a fanny enhancer.
  
  

  

So there you have it ladies! Everything you need to create a beautiful hourglass shape instantly.

So are you ready for some dangerous curves?