Sunday 14 March 2010

Girl Power

"Despite their often humble backgrounds, the girl groups wore the latest and most stylish dresses (often in matching sets) and set styles for hair and clothing."

I've been listening to a lot of Motown and 60s music lately and unsurprisingly have become obsessed with girl groups of the time. So very glamorous.

I now want big hair, fur, and gorgeous tailored dresses.

The original line up of The Supremes.

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The Ronettes, I love their massive hair and eye make up.

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The Shirelles.

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Martha and the Vandellas.

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Music: Otis Redding - (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction

Monday 1 March 2010

Clogs

Forever ago, in elementary school, my mom ran a business selling and exporting used clothes and shoes. It was awesome; because, I ended up with the most random, brilliant, unnecessary shoes--red cowboy boots, real ballet slippers (though I never took lessons) and the ultimate a pair of clogs...with a little wooden heel, that made a clip clop sound as I walked.

I've been mulling it over for a while now and definitely feel they are crucial to my spring/summer wardrobe. I know they are by no means pretty, but I love that! I have always possessed a deep affinity for all things vaguely ugly. I've been dreaming of wearing them with vintage 70s denim dresses and Levi cutoffs paired with bodysuits.

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*Picture of Topshop clogs courtesy of Fashion Editor at Large

I'd love to find a vintage Frye pair, otherwise I love the modern feel of the Topshop ones.

Music: Joan As Police Woman - The Ride