Bring It Back

Polaroid Camera

What's better than instant gratification? Nothing! And the Polaroid cameras of the 70s reassured us of that. Pose, snap, instant picture. No trips to the local drugstore, developing film. Prior to the creation of the best thing since sliced bread, digital cameras, Polaroids fed the needs of those who sought convience and quality... well, what was considered to be quality at the time. Now, Polaroids and other vintage cameras have began to make a comeback. Now you can buy new, vintage inspired Polaroid cameras that mimic Polaroids down to the vinyl picture quality and basic structure. Urban Outfitters have many different models to choose from at reasonable prices, the only hard part is deciding which one I want. Decisions...decisions. 

Would you put down your digital camera for a vintage Polaroid?

DIY Monday

Feeling inspired by my recent post about vintage scarves, I decided to head to Michaels to find fabric for a 1940's inspired scarf. Besides finding a silky fabric that I love, my total was only $5.99! I brought a half of a yard and I still had fabric left over for later projects. These pictures below (taken in front of a Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's poster, that I just can't seem to part with) show how my scarf turned out. You should definitely give it a try!

Bring it back...

1940's head scarves

Okay, so I know this trend has already began to make a comeback (mainly in the natural hair community)... but I am so AMPED! The women of the 1940's and 50's were beauty icons in my opinion. Initially used for mechanical functionality (being that most women during this day in age were still at home slaving away over hot stoves, laundry, and dirty diapers), the scarves quickly made their way into the high fashion scene, fell off, and are now making a powerful comeback (that's the ever changing cycle of life... or should I say, recycle of life?). If you want to make a statement with a gorgeous scarf, I highly recommend taking a visit to Michael's Craft stores as opposed to purchasing a scarf at a retail store. There are endless isles of fabrics with different gorgeous patterns and various materials, all at good prices, no one else will have a scarf like yours... dare to be different?

So... will you be bringing the 1940s scarves back?

Bring it back Monday...

Carbonated Via Flickr

The sweet meets sultry bathing suits of the 1950s are international icons of the era of "American Bandstand", the introduction of color Television, and the discovery of DNA. While they are adorable, modern bathing suits have made a drastic transformation... leaving little to be desired, which most women secretly love. So the question stands... would you bring it back?

If so check out Modcloth's vintage inspired bathing suits!

Dolly's Digs

Things I want need... and you should too!

Exody via Flickr

Yes, chairs! Now Before you make a b-line for the exit button, you should know that the value of chromed materials has increased in recent years, and so has the trend. While the design may not offer the comfortabilty of grandma's living room couch, the sheer style and symmetry of the design fascinates me. Since moving in to my first apartment, I have been utterly obsessed with every aspect of interior design, and (even on my broke college student budget), I've managed to implement Chrome aspects into my own apartment, which helps to bring a modern feel to my primarily vintage abode. What do you think of the sleek design?

Jurvetson via Flickr

 While up late one night I happened to stumble on QVC, where they were featuring Skeleton watches... It was love at first sight! For those who may be unfamiliar, skeleton watches are the origin of modern day watches. The inner gears and mechanisms of the watches are exposed and many of them run without a battery (eco friendly is always a plus!). I'm in love with the simplicity and complexity of these watches, and they come in many versatile styles for men and women. Definitely one for the birthday list! You can browse gorgeous skeleton watches here.

onlinedesign via flickr

While going to be the mall, taking an hour to find a parking spot, waiting in long lines, deciphering through endless isles of clothes, and eventually coming away with something that's just "OK" can be lame fun, the idea of boutique shopping is like a breath of fresh air. A space dedicated to the quaint, calm, cool, and collected shopper. Small space, but fabulous finds! What are some of your favorite boutiques in your town?

mecookieviaflickr

Due to my obsession with all things vintage and antique, combined with being a video production/television production major, it is to no surprise that I love antique movie cameras. This one is a Yashika 8EII movie camera. Circa 1959. EBay has a large selection of antique movie cameras so you too can have a piece of history!

notmargaret via flickr

 For the past two years, I've been attending an art school, and as a requirement we have to take a art/architectural history class every quarter. Never have I learned so much! Many topics from the classes fascinate me to the point that i have made it a long term goal to visit all the places I've learned about. My first trip will be to Belize to visit the Mayan temples. The Mayans were an astonishing civilization that can be credited for many advancements of society including the calender and astrological studies.