Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Daily Outfit 6.21.11

I didn't make this dress, but it's notable since it's been a big style inspiration to me. I bought it at Betsey Johnson maybe 5 years ago. The style is called "40s Frock" and I loved it so much I actually paid full price for it. It's silk with a zipper front, tulip sleeves, lace trim, and a back tie. I actually based one of the style variations in my book on this dress!

As you can see, the granny shoes are making yet another appearance. I love them that much.

I styled my hair in hot rollers, and then put each side back in a comb. The comb was a revelation this week. In Bettina May's pin-up class, she suggested them as an alternative to Victory Rolls if you want something a little flatter. Two symmetrical Victory Rolls look kind of ridiculous on me, so I'm thrilled with the comb solution. I just got a pair of plastic Goody side combs from the drugstore. So easy!

I've been working at the studio all day today and the look has held up pretty well, except that I took the necklace off and am barefoot. Ah well.

16 comments:

  1. Hi Gertie!

    How do you find/feel the fit of this RTW dress compares... now that you make your own, are their any parts that you think "Oooh I would've done A or B instead when sewing it" ? 9Just curious LOL!)

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  2. ooh, I love that...great colour combo, esp. on you!

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  3. What a great look - I love the dress, and darn it anyway of those shoes aren't growing on me!
    I love hot rollers to style my hair, they work so well, but I have to say, the humidity kills the look pretty quickly.

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  4. I'm lovin the granny shoes Gertie, thanks for the pics! You look lovely as always!!

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  5. hair combs are the best. don't forget to scan antique stores and flea markets for combs. some are so stunning. i have a great pair, from the 70's with plastic fruit attached, so retro!

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  6. Wow, Gertie. That is very becoming! It flatters you!

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  7. (And I think it is okay to be in your studio without shoes....as I wave to you with my toes from my studio. ;) k.

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  8. You look so glamerous! I'd love you to share some of your new modeling tips!

    This is such a great shape dress. I'd love to make one - just need to find some time!

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  9. Combs are a necessary accessory for me now that I have grown out my "bob". I wore a retro style for most of my adult life and then cut it when I hit 48 or so. ???aging angst. Now I have my sultry look back, except with gray hair. I love this dress on you!

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  10. Super cute dress Gertie - and wow! Black is very flattering on you!

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  11. Beautiful!!! I would've sworn you'd made it - and yes, the granny shoes are definitely growing on me now =)

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  12. love this dress! I really love this style from the 40s' too and can't wait to see your dress based on it! And good idea about the combs...I never thought about that!

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  13. Oh the dress is lovely, and your hair looks great, I cannot get away with double victory rolls I look like a wally hah.x

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  14. Combs are a favorite of mine as well for a less-full way to arrange my sides (or just bobby-pinned in place if I'm feeling lazy). Have you tried the Grip Tuth combs? I just ordered a set since I've gotten a lot of emails recommending them.

    Love the dress too!

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  15. I love the colors of this dress, and they look fantastic on you!

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  16. Love your hair! I've always said, that your hairstyle is the inspiration for me if I ever get long hair. I still can't make up my mind on whether to save for longer hair...

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