Saturday, October 16, 2010

Time For a Break...

So, some of you might know that I am going to Washington D.C next week for my IQP. While, I am super excited, it's kind of a downer that I'm going to have to temporarily shut down the shop. The shop will be closed from October 20th to December 20th, 2010. If you've had your eye on something, buy it now!

If you are in the Massachusetts area, be sure to drop by the Lancaster Flea Market (see post below) this Sunday (tomorrow), between 8am-4pm! I will have my entire stock with me (including tons of items that I never had time to list in the shop), with no shipping charges and the possibility of some haggling! I'm trying to unload as much as I can before I go to D.C.!

Help me unload my lovely vintage items by dropping by. Once I get back from D.C., I'm gonna get back into the swing of things with a new (improved and awesome) photo shoot and new items (from the D.C. area perhaps?).

Until then, I will still be posting on this blog with updates on my time in D.C.

Hope to see you on Sunday!

Monday, October 11, 2010

Come and See...

...fancy dress parade in real life!! (not just on the interwebs!)

This coming Sunday, (October 17th, 2010) I will be at the Lancaster Flea Market from 8am to 4pm. I'm going to be in booth B41...so if you are in the area and would like to stop and say hi or just buy some great vintage...by all means, please come! I'm going to have LOADS of stuff...not just the stuff currently up in the shop...much, much more.

In the past week or so, I've been trying to create a "brand" for myself...let's just say its been quite a bit of work (especially with finals week fast approaching). But I'm really really excited! 

Hope to see you there!  

Monday, September 20, 2010

September Wishlist

Boy, even with a part-time job and the shop, I still can't afford anything. As I said before, I'm currently saving up to buy a camera...and so clothes are off limits! But, if I had some extra dough to spend...here is exactly what I would buy.
Zara: $39.90
So this dress is completely amazing! And decently priced! Someone might have to stop me from buying it in all three colors...but, I doubt anyone will because it's just that amazing. Ahh...just simple polka dots, peter pan collars, and fall colors...
Madewell:  $188 Topshop:  $125 Madwell: $88 Topshop: $100
I know everyone has been abuzz lately about the Alexa Chung for Madewell collection, so I thought I'd add my two cents, too. It's beautiful! There was some stupid article online depicting celebrities looking "terrible" and she was it it! The author wrote that they couldn't understand why she was considered a fashion icon. Well, if you can't understand it, then you don't deserve to know! The collection is a bit pricey however...so I don't think I'll be getting my hands on those lovely velvet shorts anytime soon. The two pairs of shoes are from Topshop...I'm still on the hunt for that perfect black wedge...and who doesn't like richly colored leather loafers?
ASOS: $126.38 Topshop: $160 ASOS: $16.85 Topshop: $170
Here are some more UK finds from ASOS and Topshop.  Khaki seems to be really popular this season and it is one of those colors that has just taken over my brain! I've never been one to really wear much green, so I guess I'm making up for it now! I've gotten a winter coat from ASOS in the past, and while they are on the cheaper end on the winter coat pricing spectrum, they do not lack in quality at all!
This reindeer headband is really quite adorable...I think I might try and replicate it for a future shoot, instead of paying and enormous amount of money for this leather one! To go with my winter coat, I think I might get this beanie! The enormous pompom on top is the best! And lastly...here is a nice unattainable leather satchel.

Time to get back to writing the background chapter for my proposal on "Fire Safety in Green Products." Fun times.

Friday, September 17, 2010

The Workings...

Here are the workings of a future update! I have been so lucky lately in that I just been finding fantastic stuff! Here are just a couple of the shoes and purses I have ready and waiting.

Did I update sooner than you expected?
I certainly didn't expect it.

Back to work!

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

It's Been Too Long...

Well, my lack of posts should be some indication of what school has been like for  me. I have more work than I could ever have imagined! But, if you've been checking up on the store, you'll notice that I've still been steadily updating! No amount of school work could ever keep me from thrifting and listing!
I was planning on doing a small update tonight, but Etsy was acting up and not allowing me to post anything. Oh well. Maybe I will get to it this weekend. (I hope so, anyhow!)
I will be going to Washington D.C. for seven weeks in October, so I'm currently seeking ways to keep the shop open for shipping items during that time. Hopefully, it will work out!
On a side note....I've been shopping for a new camera...one of those bridge models between a point-and-shoot and a SLR. As a result, I really have not felt like taking any photos AT ALL EVER because my current camera is so lacking. I will definitely be getting said camera soon. Maybe next week if all goes well.

Until then,

Happy shopping/thrifting/living!

(Who knows when I'll post again?)
(I think soonish, but not too soonish.)

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Back to School

Well, today was my first day of classes...and to be honest, I'm very excited. My classes seem somewhat challenging and enjoyable, which is great, but most of all...I am filled with anticipation for my term in Washington D.C.! This term, I will be writing a project proposal for my time in D.C...for a project I will be assigned by Monday this week! AHHH!!! It's going to be a lot of work...but secretly I kind of crave the stress and pressure that comes with a project of this magnitude. I know, I'm sick. Hopefully, my school work and my job will not cut too much into my fancy dress parade time...got to stay strong!
Well, besides classes and all that, I've been having a pretty good time with store. As you may notice, there have been and will be steady updates every three or four days.  I have tons of stuff all photographed and ready to list...so check back regularly.

Also, I have a fantastic story to tell about the wonders of thrifting...but it deserves its own post.
...Until then!

Friday, August 20, 2010

Autumn Preview

Whoops! Sorry I haven't posted in a while. I've been working on gathering things for the shop, as well as preparing for the shoot...which happened today! Here's a look at what's in store!

There are already lots of new items in the shop! Be sure to check 'em out!

Friday, August 6, 2010

Let the Pictures Do the Talking...

Yup. I'm going to stick to my word.
Check out the shop every few days the next couple of weeks! A lot of things are going to be added...what you see above is just a sampler. YAY!

Thursday, August 5, 2010

August Wishlist

Here's the August wishlist...if I could I would have weekly wishlists (because that better reflects my shopping habits in real life, heh), but I think that would be very time consuming. So here are some of my favorites for this lovely transition period that is coming upon us.
1. ASOS $53.90 2. ASOS $75.80 3.  Anthropologie $80 4. ModCloth $68.99
Wear white while you still can! To be honest, I'm not sure if I believe that whole "don't wear white after labor day" thing..mostly because I'm not a huge fan of wearing just plain white. But I can see myself wearing this cream colored peter pan collared dress all year round (though the long sleeves might be hot in the summer).  These shoes are also fantastic...I think the black ones are out of stock no (boo...), but they also come in taupe  and a lovely shade of pink.  This ring is so cool! I love the awkward tension created by the balancing sphere. And isn't this lovely faux fur hood just the greatest! I don't think I survive without it this winter.
1. ASOS $53.90 2. Anthropologie  $148 3. ModCloth $99.99 4. Anthropologie $78
I've noticed that bird prints have gotten somewhat popular this season, as well as sheer collared shirts...so I think this shirt is a lovely compromise. I have also been looking for a good pair of oxfords to carry me through the fall and winter.  I am going away to Washington D.C for a term this fall and need to professional-ize my wardrobe. I think that these would make a great everyday shoe. This Mod Cloth dress is fantastic! The assymetrical scallops are squiggly and delicate in the most perfect way.  If I actually save up the money and buy anything on this list it would be this awesome grey bow sweater.  I think I need to see it in person though...maybe it's too much?

Ahhh...it'll never be enough.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

A Good Haul

Phew!! What a great haul today! I found four dresses, four skirts, and two adorable hats! All in all, it felt like a great day to be out thrifting (though it was pretty hot)...The photo shoot is now officially taking place on Friday, which hopefully will be a little cooler, seeing as I'm going to force my model to be out in the heat in tights, long sleeves, and a coat. All in the name of autumn!

Tons of pictures will be up soon in addition to tons of newly listed items in the shop. I think I will plan on listing a few items every couple days or so. I don't want to overload the shop! (as though that could happen)

Thanks for bearing with me during this slightly boring blog post!

Saturday, July 31, 2010

I'm Too Excited To Sleep

Listening to: "Double Vision" by 3OH!3 Listen!

Maybe it's this terribly infectious pop song that makes me dance all around my room like no one is watching (hopefully, no one is watching), or the fact that I have a huge update in store for this week, or maybe even the fact that I just spent all night cleaning my room and it's too nice to sleep in now...I'm yawning, but I'm contemplating pulling an all-nighter for no reason whatsoever.

I passed my road test today. Yes, I'm a late bloomer when it came to driving, but growing up in New York, it never really seemed all that important. I have driver's license now and can't wait to join the countless masses in increasing the number of near death experiences I have every day. I should be a little more positive about this right? Yes. Driving is good to get where you need to be. And now I can get where I need to be. TA-DA!

Before I took my road test I was wildly nervous and decided that I needed some kind of crafty activity to keep my mind off things. And so I made a lovely flower crown (something of a trend these days) for the photo shoot this week.  I love the colors...they make me think of the transition from summer to fall...
What funny lookin' photos.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

And the Winner Is...

...#4, also known as Chaucee! Congratulations! Woooooo!!
I will be in touch very soon...and then mail out your dress!!

In other news, I made an incredibly successful trip to Savers today, picking up six dresses for the shop! And since I will be able to do my next photo shoot this weekend, it is likely that all of my new items will be hitting the store this coming week!! I'm so excited and have so much to show you!

I will also have so much more time on my hands for the shop, since I just completed my internship in a lab over at UMASS medical...It was a great experience, but I'm kind of glad its over. School is only three weeks away!!

I can't wait!!

Monday, July 26, 2010

Not Much, Not Much

Well, I don't have too much too post right now...Not that nothing is happening; I'm just lazy. Here, I will give you a one sentence re-cap of my week. Worked a lot at the lab and the deli, went to IKEA yesterday (one of my favorite places) to buy some things for the house, got a flat tire on the highway on the way there, got one of the worst migraines of my life, drove fifty on the way home (being careful with the spare tire) and got stopped by cops for driving too slow (cops are terrible).
My dad told me once that a man was suing the New York Police Department because they would not allow him to become a police officer on the basis that he scored too high on an intelligence test. Think about it.

This weekend I'm probably going to take the photos for some of my late summer/fall clothing. I will post these as soon as I can. Also...wish me luck on my road test on Thursday!

So...don't forget to enter the giveaway! Only three days left.

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Fancy Dress Parade's One Month Anniversary GIVEAWAY!

Yay!! Aren't GIVEAWAYS just so much fun? This adorable cotton dress has a big chest pocket, a drop-waist skirt, key-hole button closure, and fits a whole range of sizes (B:36", W:35", with stretch) !! It's comfortable and wearable all year round.
To enter, visit the Fancy Dress Parade etsy shop, here, and leave a comment on this blog post about an item you like the best! Also, Don't forget to leave an email address, so I can contact you if you win!! 
Become a follower of the blog and I'll give you an additional entry! 

The winner will be chosen using a random number generator at 10pm (EST) on July 29th, 2010!!
Sorry, this contest is only available to U.S. residents!

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Happy Bastille Day and Fancy's One Month Anniversary

Nobody has really said anything about it, so I thought I would...I know that we already had our Independence Day, but it was our independence that encouraged the French, so we might as well celebrate that, too, oui ou non? 
On a more store related note...I just picked up a bunch of new items for the shop today! (It must be Bastille Day luck!) I'm starting to be more autumn-minded...a direct result of too much online shopping, and so I figured, what the hey! I think I will do a massive fall season update at the end of August. But don't worry! There will be many smaller updates along the way!

Not only is today Bastille Day, but it is also the one month anniversary of Fancy Dress Parade! I think I want to commemorate this achievement by doing some kind of giveaway! I'll have to figure it out how to do one...but it will probably be advertised over at The Etsy Register! 
If you haven't heard of it yet, it's the collective blog of some very lovely ladies and vintage sellers.
You can check it out by clicking the link on the side bar or here.
 

Sunday, July 11, 2010

July Wishlist

It seems like all the contemporary stores are gearing up for fall, forcing me to dream about wearing darker colors, tights, jackets, and boots. But with the tightening of my budget, I've also begun thinking about getting pieces that I can wear now (in the hot, sweltering summer) and in the fall/winter with cardigans and tights. Here are some vintage items exclusively off Etsy that I've had my eye on....

1.The perfect white skirt should be a staple for the summer...but I still don't have one yet! This redesigned vintage skirt from Salvage Life is so perfect in its details! It would be an investment, but probably a worthwhile one. Something like this never goes out of style.







2. A cute little green cardigan will brighten up any drab fall, winter, or summer outfit. As soon as I get my next paycheck, I'm gonna snag this one!








3. I would like a pair of shoes just like these...unfortunately these sold before I could get my hands on them. Some call them buckle oxfords, or buckled brogues...They are fantastic!








4. Polka dots are making a comeback ...not that they really ever left, but that they are quite prominent in this fall season. I've always loved polka dots (not as much as stripes, but still) and this mustard colored dress seems great for the summer-fall transition period.







5. The two-in-one dress hasn't always been my favorite, but when it is between wearing this or separates (in a work-type environment), I would chose the dress any day!














6. I really want a cape! I think that this would be a really nice thing to have in the fall...perfect for chilly nights and brisk days.









7. A corduroy dress seems like a good, warm idea for the fall and winter, and while I normally might not buy one...this one really stand out to me because of its awesome dark magenta color!










8. Perhaps a bright floral dress (this particular one, I would hem)  could make it all the way through the fall and winter? In the fall, I can wear a cardigan with it...and once it gets a bit colder, I'll throw on some tights or stockings.  It might just be a nice way to remind people that spring is only a couple months away.








Friday, July 9, 2010

Just the Details...

So, today I attempted to do a model-less photo shoot using a white hanger and a lovely tree. It was a nice sunny day and so the light was pretty good, and overall I think that the results were somewhat successful. Of course I would prefer to use a model to better show the fit of the clothes, but what can you do when all of your friends are busy when you happen to be free? If I ever get the chance to reshoot, I think I will.
I will be updating the shop sometime today with four dresses...three summery light dresses perfect for this summer heat and one very special dress (honestly, if it had fit me, it definitely would not be going into the shop)!
So here are the details:

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Mainly Maine II

So I'm back from my short vacation in Maine....and now it's time to get back to work. I've gotten quite a few inquiries about items while I was away, and I just want to thank those people for their interest (though they probably won't read this)! It makes me believe that I'm doing the right thing and am not wasting my money (hooray!).
Here are some photos I'd like to share from the trip. It was a lot of fun...
On the trip up we stopped at the first rest stop in Maine; while I caressed the lovely green lobster, someone else did something slightly less appropriate.
Our July 4th was crowded and hot, but just as magical as it was last year (at least it wasn't thunder storming). Tons of people flocked to Bar Harbor and covered the shoreline with blankets and lawn chairs...or just sat on the ground or on the rocks of the beach. Perhaps next year, we will watch the show from the water.
 We saw a new kind of firework that we hadn't seen before....It was like a sparkler and a willow tree firework combined. It was great! When we got home, we had some fireworks of our own...
The next day we went to Cadillac Mountain....I've been there what seems like a million times, but it pretty much never gets old.  From the top you can see all the surrounding islands, the bar, the town, pretty houses, and all the little lobster boats.
After that, we decided to return to Southwest Harbor to complete our raspberry pie mission. We returned repeatedly to the Little Notch Bakery to no avail...Luckily we got it on our last day...unfortunately I have no pictures of said pie, because we basically devoured it on sight. Well, after we left the bakery pie-less, we drove to Manset and went to play at the dock.
Sunset was approaching (though slowly) and so we decided to then drive to the lighthouse.  There was this huge this huge tree that had fallen over and been uprooted. The shoreline was beautiful, but as always, scared me a little bit, because I never wear the right shoes for any situation and afraid of slipping and falling.
On the way home, we stopped at an alpaca farm. I love alpaca...why? They are soft, gentle, they've got big eye lashes, and they don't make too much noise. The perfect pet! If I ever have a spare $12,000...I'll get myself a nice peach colored alpaca. There was a really cute one named Mimosa...the alpaca farmer saw her in the barn and exclaimed, "Mimosa, you've got poop on you!!" We also tried on some alpaca wool hats!
I think it looked better on me. Ahhh, well....time to go back to work. All I can think about is school right now...only two months left until school starts again.
Hopefully, I will squeeze out another shop update this weekend. I've got plenty of dresses, but no model, so I might give hangers a try!

Monday, July 5, 2010

Mainly Maine

I'm up in Maine, enjoying an extended July 4th vacation. Last night, we saw "The Last Airbender" and watched a pretty good fireworks display in Bar Harbor...now we are going to eat some delicious lobster! YUM.

When I have some more time, I will update the blog with some photos of the trip. 

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

A Few Of My Favorite Things

I thought I'd do a post on some of my favorite non-vintage shops on Etsy. I've tried list some stores that have truly unique items...stuff that you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else...Just to put an image in your mind: I am sitting at the dining table (in Worcester) typing away, whilst my cat is sitting on the table, haunched over a plate, gnawing away at uneaten pizza crusts from lunch. And now he is trying to drink my iced tea!

Bake it Pretty
For those of you who know me, you probably know that I love to bake awkwardly colored cupcakes and cakes.  Teal and lavender icing cupcakes and green tea, strawberry, and chocolate tricolor cake are just two of the awkward, yet delicious things I have made. Perhaps if I invested in some of these delightfully awesome cupcake wrappers...I might satiate my need for color! These pictures pretty much speak for themselves.

Decoy Lab
I can't say that people have much use for clocks anymore, what with cell phones and alarm clocks and the like. But if I ever needed a clock, these Decoy Lab analogs would be my first choice! My favorite is probably the faux-cuckoo clock...the hardest part is picking which color you like best!

Nothing Elegant
Nothing Elegant has some of the freaking cutest packing materials and office supplies you will ever see. If you are really into paper and tape like I am, this shop will be your mecca. And if you aren't, well, this shop will make you want to be. Search through this shops many pages and find everything you will need for next semester!

Valhalla Brooklyn
Valhalla Brooklyn is definitely out of my price range right now, but if you are willing to invest (around $300), they have some of the best looking handmade leather bags out there! Simple shapes, brass hardware, pockets...what more could you need?

Thief & Bandit

Thief & Bandit is a fun shop filled with colorful braided headbands, tiered necklaces, and really cool t-shirts. What's ridiculous is that I just realized I never learned how to spell the word "thief" properly. Poo. You can also find their stuff at Need Supply Co.

Nadinoo
Nadinoo has some of the most delicate and prettiest clothes I have ever seen. Both pictures above are from the current summer collection...filled with pastels, florals, and art deco inspired patterns.  I particularly love the "petal" collared shirt. How interesting and unique!

I have always been a fan of the mary-jane and these canvas ones from The Generation take the cake. Eco-friendly, pretty, and seemingly durable these flats look perfect for everyday wear.  I think I might snag a pair of the olive green flats with the thick satiny ribbon!

Kate Durkin
These pillows are so cute! I actually got a small coral colored owl (it was one of my first Etsy purchases)...and while the owl is cute, my favorite part is the fabric on its back...little houses with coral roofs and little green trees, all nestled into a hillside. They are incredibly well-made and comfortable, and will look great in your dorm room or wherever!

Whitney Smith Pottery
I've already mentioned that I love to bake, but the one thing I don't have is a proper cake stand. Whitney Smith Pottery carries lots and lots of them! And they are perfect because they have birds sitting on them, little flowers, branches, and come in various sizes.  Don't you love the single cupcake stands? Impractical, yes, but just so magical!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Wishful Remembering

I've been quite taken by the Morning Benders for some time now...they recently had a free concert on Governor's Island in New York City and I'm so sad that I couldn't go because of work-type obligations... I was so psyched for it, too, because Governor's Island is quite possibly one of my favorite, lesser known places in New York.  Determined to go on a picnic with real grass and sun, my friends and I (sometime before the start of eleventh grade? earlier? later? who can say?) woke up early, made/bought delicious foods, and took the free ferry over to the island. While there isn't really much there, aside from a few Coast Guard buildings, there is plenty of grass and spectacular views of the water and city skyline. We had a particularly good spot and it was a great day!! We wanted to make it into some kind of yearly tradition, but sadly that never happened. What did happen? Who can say?
So anyways, the Morning Benders are fantastic, and not just because the lead singer/song writer is likely to be half-asian. Check out these two videos below.


Yours Truly Presents: The Morning Benders "Excuses" from Yours Truly on Vimeo.


Yourstru.ly Presents: The Morning Benders "Stitches" from Yours Truly on Vimeo.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

A Good Day

In fact, maybe it was even a great day! Every Wednesday is family day at my local Salvation Army, which means that pretty much everything is fifty percent off! (You should check to see if your local Salvation Army does this! It's quite a treat!) While, I am not a family, I do feel worthy of taking advantage of such an awesome deal, and let me tell you, yesterday was the day to do it! I found so many great items for myself and the shop and only spent around $25!
So here's a little preview of some items that might make it to the shop soon:
And here are some shots of items I picked up for myself. All I have to do is hem two dresses and voila!
Now, I tried to remember to take photos while I was at the Salvation Army, but of course I got very distracted by all the lovely things I was surrounded by...and so...no pictures.  You'll just have to settle for a single myspacey mirror shot of me trying on the black dress pictured above. I look a bit mad, no?

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

June Wishlist

Ahh...July is almost here and that also means the summer is half over.  While it hasn't exactly gotten that hot here yet, I'm already thinking about fall clothes and colder weather.  But it really is way too early for that, so to get my mind back on track, I decided to show you some of my favorite items of June...things I would buy if I could...I think I might make this into some kind of recurring blog post on my blog. 
 Left to Right: ModCloth $107.99, Anthropologie $128, Anthropologie $138, ModCloth $51.99
These dresses are perfect! My absolute favorite is the red, white, and blue one from Anthropologie (perfect for watching fireworks on the 4th of July).  It also has an open back and an adorable bow...I actually got to try this on the last time I was in an Anthro...and it fit so wonderfully! I hope it goes on sale soon! I love the dresses on the ends, too, because they seem to transcend seasons...I can see myself throwing on a pair of tights or stocking underneath and wearing them all winter long. The second dress is not polka dotted, but rather polka squared...! Its unique and beautiful and casual.
Left to Right: Urban Outfitters $48, ModCloth $47.99, Anthropologie $98, F21 $27.80
I've recently begun to re-embrace shorts. I could never really find a pair that I liked or that looked good on me...Shorts just seemed like a boring staple or something you sleep in.  But it seems like people are starting have much more fun with their shorts! All the patterns and interesting cuts and bows from this past season were very refreshing. I am also pretty happy that the whole "scalloped edge" thing is catching on.  I wish I could have called it, but I got really into scallop edged clothing like a year ago, when there really wasn't much to pick from.  While I'm not too sure I'm the kind of girl to wear something shiny and silver like the dress above, I do love the shape and tiers of the dress! And isn't that crystal and gem encrusted bicycle necklace THE BEST?
Well, apart from shopping online, what else have I been doing? For one, I went to the Massachusetts RMV (why they didn't just use DMV like the rest of the country, we'll never know) and converted my current NY State learners' permit to a Massachusetts one.....making me an official resident of the state of Massachusetts! However, if you ever ask me where I'm from, I will say New York because I love being a New York and did live there for the first twenty years of my life. 
Other than that, I have been house bound for the entire week, while taking antibiotics for this thing I have on my right pinky finger.  I apparently got some kind of chemical burn which got infected, and now I'm in quite a bit of pain.  Luckily, the antibiotics I got yesterday should kick in soon, and get me back up and running in a day or two.  
I I feel up to it...I might even publish my first style post for the blog! Yay!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Dinosaurs, Bad Movies, and More Updates!

On Sunday, which happened to be Fathers' day, I went to a historical/scientific theatrical production called 'Walking with Dinosaurs," produced by the BBC. And even though it was somewhat catered to a younger audience, I enjoyed it very much. Basically, it was 90 minutes of watching huge-huge-huge dinosaur puppets realistically  interact with one another in an arena. It was pretty amazing. The 15 different dinosaur puppets (really an understatement, more like machines) moved and looked pretty gosh darn realistic...you can tell that a lot of attention was paid to the details...you could even see moisture around their eyes, as though they were alive! Several different attack-type scenes were set up and performed according to a kind of historical timeline plot, all the while narrated by a special time-traveling paleontologist named Huxley.
While the dinosaurs were large and great and all that...they thing I probably most enjoyed was the artistic rendering of the various environments the dinosaurs lived in and how they differed throughout the show. There was a point in time when flowers first came into existence, which in the show was represented by the instantaneous blooming of crazy inflatable flowers, which looked positively alien. They were all sort of colors and shapes and were accompanied by large green inflatable shoots and palm trees.  As I was leaving, I couldn't help but look for some kind of souvenir inflatable plant at the merchandising table...but of course there was none.
Afterwards, I left for work (which was quite hectic), and when I got home I found out that my boyfriend had rented Bruno. We watched it. I can't say I didn't like it, because I suppose the content was okay (and the movies I actually really don't like, such as Lake House, are way worse), but there was just something about knowing that some of those situations were real, that was so off-putting.  I just kept wondering how he could stay in character and keep doing what he was doing (poking people doing it at a swingers' party, walking around a city practically naked chained to his gay lover). How? HOW?
Let's just say it was unsettling. If you've seen it, you know.  I won't say I didn't laugh once or twice. It had its moments. Now....Let's move on!
So apart from these two things, my weekend was also filled with creating new listings for Fancy Dress Parade! I added five items on Sunday and another five today, but I still have about seven or eight to go....After that I'm going to start promoting my business to the best of my ability!
I really do love some of the items in my shop and believe with all my heart that they can really make someone out there happy.  It's been such a pleasure shopping and thrifting, trying to find all these great items, without having to worry about sizes! It was really liberating.  I would love to continue to do this for the rest of my life.

Be on the lookout for more updates very soon!

Friday, June 18, 2010

Another Shoot, A Whole Week of Updates

Here's a look at some photos from today's shoot. It was so much fun! Lots of these photos are actually just extras that didn't make the cut for the shop, but some of them are my personal favorites.  We took photos for about 25 items...so productive! My model, Samantha (both lovely and funny, as I said before), was very cooperative and agreeable. You can watch her dance in the video posted below. I can't wait to update the shop and I will probably start tomorrow.  So look out world!

Thursday, June 17, 2010

I've Got Traveling On My Mind...

Check out this great panda suitcase set from New Look (a kind of British forever21)...They might be a little too cute to actually use in real life, but I think I could manage, haha. This set is the perfect size for traveling light...which makes me dream a little dream about maybe going on a road trip this summer down south.




You can find them here and here.