The Hunt Is On...

THe hunt is on and the prey has been spotted...ok thats rubbish! I am on a mission to find a killer outfit to wear to the Curves of Couture fashion show I have been invited to. This is a huge event with the UK's first plus size only catwalk show organised in conjunction with the British Sciene Council and Models of Diversity. Being a plus side woman I wanted to be a part of it and hey presto was invited as a guest (VIP!). But dilemma...CAN I FIND A DRESS? nope! I want a vintage number that doesnt make me look like a frumpy dumpy. God I'd even wear a new dress as long as it was my style and size...

The hunt continues. suggestions greatly welcome as are donations.

My New Playsuit

I recently took delivery of a new playsuit from my new favourite designer PPQ...

Its a very vintage-esque black velvet playsuit. Plus it doesnt do that whole 'cut me off in the lady parts area' that so many playsuits can and do... vulgar I know but you get what I mean.

I wore it recently to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday...

Lucille Von Frock - Personal Stylist With Panache!: Hello, Marc Jacobs?

rather love this outfit choice I will admit. Lucille Von Frock - Personal Stylist With Panache!: Hello, Marc Jacobs?: It's that time again and so glad you could join me for another dose of my blog! So, how was your week? Did you enjoy the last gasps of sum...

New camera...

new camera!!!

Afternoon Listening

So sorry this is a wee bit late...

I have been a busy burlesque diva of late. Some pretty ditties for you:

My Wardrobe...

Ok so some new websites for your avid vintage shoppers.

First up is the wonderful British website 'Big Beautiful Barbara Brown'. I own one of her dresses in fact...its the Niagra Marilyn Monroe style dress. Arrived in two weeks custom sized so I was one VERY happy rabbit. Impressive to say the least. Her Marilyn Monroe inspired dresses can be found here.
I have also noticed she has a maternity 40s style wrap dress for all you expectant vintage mommas...can be found on this page...

Anyway I can recommend this lady. The only thing I wish there was available is fabric swatches online so I have a clearer image of what the overall 'look' will be.

Another site is 'Oh My Honey'. Admittedly I have not ordered anything from this site but lets just say when a certain invoice is paid to me I will be rectifying that. I particularly love her couture dresses modelled beautifully by the burlesque poppet Millie Dollar...I am also in love with the ivory tulle heart dress. I know a lot of people love this lady...I have seen many a burlesque performer advertise her site...

My last offering is '21st Century Foxy'. With the likes of burlesque starlets such as Anna Fur Laxis and Slinky Sparkles it certainly looks wonderful. I love the mix of handmade British designs and the imported Stop Staring brand that is famous amongst pinups both here and abroad. A particular favourite of mine is is the Hawaiian wrap style dress found here. I am tempted to buy as I need some sunshine as this dreadful British summer was so short lived
xxx

Afternoon Listening

This afternoon listening session for today. Be warned...

Wish I had a better copy of this Janis Joplin cover by the Jessie & The Orbits. Fr better versions of their songs are available on their myspace