My Love List

I always tend to go through periods of things that I am obsessed with on a rotation. I will be completely into something and want to be immersed in it for weeks at a time, usually. Of course, the vintage lifestyle is more than just a fleeting obsession for me, and it has become a part of who I am at my core. But there are elements of it that I may pick up for a while, and then move on. But it will always be there! Maybe I am a little weird, but I like it that way 😉

Here’s what I am totally into at the moment:

Getting Myself Doris Mayday’s Haircut

I am completely infatuated with her ‘do. I want it. I NEED it. I will have it. I know I need to get my hair trimmed at least, and I figure this is the perfect balance of length for it still looking feminine yet short enough to have the style hold and to have it be manageable. Getting her perfect style may require a bit more of an effort, but I think it is ultimately worth it. Vintage pinup perfection, my dear!

 

Breaking Bad on Netflix

 

I know, I know – it took me long enough to watch this show. It takes a lot for me to get into a new show (new to me, mind you). The last show I got into was Freakshow; before that was Mad Men, if that gives you any idea. But I have been wanting to watch Breaking Bad for the longest time since I heard such good things about it, and I tend to go for gritty and deep shows. Well, I was right! Immediately from the first episode I was drawn in. The new season starts this weekend, and even though I am not through all of the prior seasons on Netflix, I certainly will be tuning in this Sunday!

 

Double Indemnity (1944)

 

I loved this movie to begin with when I saw it late last year, but over the past week or so I have really gained an even deeper appreciation for this film. Barbara Stanwyck was genius and gave an amazing performance. This is a totally typical film noir, and was one of the very first in the genre. This type did not start getting popular until after the war; this was released during a time when very upbeat and chipper movies were de rigeur for the time, in order to lift the moods of moviegoers during a time deep in war. Double Indemnity broke that mold and offered patrons a taste of something different, which took movie making in a whole different direction.

 

Alex Minsky

 

Marine turned underwear model. You’re welcome, ladies 😉

 

L.A. Noire video game

 

I never EVER thought I would want a video game in my life. I’m not going to dive into why, but let’s just say I’ve had more than my full share against my will. But after being introduced to this amazing game, where you interrogate suspects and victims based in 1946 Los Angeles, I am all in. I am going to be grabbing myself an Xbox along with this game next week after I get paid, because I need this awesomeness in my life. You get to read people’s body language and how they act around you and respond to your questions, and guess whether they are lying, telling the truth, or you have doubt as to their answer but have no proof to shoot back in their face. You work at solving cases, all while seeing the amazing scene of post-war LA and the drool-worthy cars and clothing. And this game is actually rather accurate to the time period in regards to everything. I can’t wait to get my paws on it!

 

What items are on your love list right now?

 

Passion for Fashion with Wildfell Hall

On Election Day I had the honour of working with the fabulous Amy of the Etsy shop Wildfell Hall. If you all don’t know her, I suggest you go check out her shop pronto!

Amy has such a delicious selection of dresses and other items that it is really hard not to just blow your hard earned paycheck on the whole shop! I am an advocate of buying an item or two, especially since she has a baby on the way and she spends a great deal of time on road trips out vintage hunting for items for her customers! And her items are all high quality – I can tell because I modelled a good 5 or 7 of her items!

This is a fabulous ’40s dress that is original new old stock! It has already been purchased, as a few minutes after she posted the picture, it sold! That makes me feel good like I am doing my job as a model LOL 😉

Isn’t this dress amazing? It’s vintage but it has this badass leopard belt and detail on the buttons. It’s also rather warm, so it is fabulous for these colder months of the year to keep you warm without extra bulk. It has a bust of 46″, a waist of 38″, and costs only $82.00. Check it out further here. Oh, and before I forget – LAYAWAY is available now in her shop for the holidays for most items 🙂

Isn’t this dress just stunning? The print, the peplum, the shape – it all just screams forties. It has a nice drape-y crepe type fabric, and the coloring is great for fall and winter (or even spring and summer – it’s very versatile!). I believe it sold already though, sorry! 😦

I love this 1950s dress! The shelf bust is amazing and the print is perfect for fall. It fit me like a glove too! The waist measures 34″-35″, and if you are smaller you can use the matching belt that comes with to cinch it in a bit more with no problem. Investigate this stunner more here.

Those big hands you see there my friends are my hands. And that purse is an amazing 1940s green alligator wristlet-type purse. So cute and such a rich colour! Check it out here.

Another amazeballs purse modelled by the claws of yours truly. This 1950s purse just feels so amazing, like such a soft and smooth suede! Perfect to match with anything, really. And a great size that is not too small and not too big, for just $30.00. Take a gander here.

This coat, oh my my, this coat! If I could buy it right now I would. This 1930s duster coat is just stunning in the amount of detail that stands out yet is also subtle as well. This coat has a nice weight to it and I’m sure whomever buys it will be a very happy gal! Check ‘er out over yonder.

Amy also has another fabulous shop called The Slipperie which contains tons of fabulous unmentionables such as vintage bras, nightgowns, dressing downs, bed jackets, slips, garter belts, and more. This 1930s yellow nightgown has such a great silky feel to its rayon. Quite the way to indulge after a long day! Go examine closer here.

Quite some fabulous items, n’est-ce pas? And she always has more great items that she finds and posts all of the time. Go check for yourself – I’m sure you will find something that will strike your vintage-loving fancy 🙂

I and someone special are in Vintage Life magazine!

I got the very pleasant surprise of being in Vintage Life magazine this month! I am on the back inside cover, on the reader wall. I know, it’s not something to get super excited about, but it’s something special to me 🙂

But then, when I actually got into really reading it after I got back from Viva, I got an even bigger and better surprise – my baby doggie was also in the magazine!

Just had to share with you all 🙂

The “Me” Sessions (Jodie King Photography) – Street Scenes

Here is the last batch of pictures from my photo shoot with Jodie King Photography. These happen to be my personal favourites of the entire shoot, with the mix of the city street background, the afternoon sun, and the vintage styling. I am usually very critical of pictures that are taken of me, but all of the pictures here I love. It was a fabulous shoot all around!

The “Me” Sessions (Jodie King Photography) – Balcony

Today is part two of my series of shots from my photo shoot with Jodie King Photography. We decided to take it outside, this time on the balcony, and got some great shots as a result of this mixed with the afternoon sun.

The last part of the series will be tomorrow – check back!

The “Me” Sessions (Jodie King Photography) – White Background

Well dolls, I finally did it – I had my very own photo shoot with Jodie King Photography! I just couldn’t resist when the suggestion was made to me to model myself, and I did all of my own makeup, hair, styling, and of course – modelling!

There are three looks/styles in this series, and I will begin with my white background poses of my photos. Stay tuned over the next couple of days for the rest in my series – I assure you, they only get more impressive as time goes on!

Photoshoot w/ Scarlett Keane (Jodie King Photography) – Behind the Scenes

Here is the last part of my five part series of air and makeup work I did with Jodie King Photography and model Scarlett Keane. These are all behind the scenes shots of me doing my magic. I am very particular and very much a perfectionist!

If you would like to book me to do hair and/or makeup for an upcoming event or other reason, please send me a message at holly (at) veronicavintage.com. I will get back to you within 24 hours.

Photoshoot w/ Scarlett Keane (Jodie King Photography) – “The Vamp”

Today is the fourth installment of my five part series of the hair and makeup work I did on a shoot with Jodie King Photography and model Scarlett Keane. In this look, a black blunt cut wig was used, along with darker rimmed eyeglasses and a dark, almost blood red lip. Again, she looks like a different person!

Tomorrow will be the last part of this series, all behind the scenes!

Photoshoot w/ Scarlett Keane (Jodie King Photography) – Blonde/Black Wig

Here is the third part of this five part series of the photoshoot I did with Jodie King Photography and model Scarlett Keane. For this look, we added a blunt cut blonde & black wig along with white glasses. She doesn’t look like the same girl!

Stay tuned for the last two parts of this series over the next few days!

Photoshoot w/ Scarlett Keane (Jodie King Photography) – “The Lioness”

Hi dolls!

I recently had the good fortune of working with Miss Jodie of Jodie King Photography again, this time with a glorious model, Scarlett Keane. We did several different looks, about five in all, which I will be posting over the next few days for all of you to enjoy and imbibe. I have done all of the hair and makeup for this shoot.

This section of shots I have entitled “The Lioness”. It is fierce and artistic, and I hope you enjoy!

Stay tuned over the next few days for the rest of this five part series!