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Monday Vintage Find: Dreamy Mermaid-esque Dress


The minute I saw this dress, I had flash images of long, flowing red hair, purple seashells and green fish scales dancing through my head. Seriously, I think this dress was secretly made for the heroine of all girls growing up in the 1980s. Ohhh, Eric!

Image via Pinterest. Kill me, I do not know the designer. :o(
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Designer Crush: Antonio Berardi


I was quenching my tumblr thirst when I came across THIS. After being in a full-out lust-trance for an unknown amount of time, I realized the one thing that sucks about tumblr ... there's never any information about the drool-worthy images. After a few minutes on google, I found that this is an Antonio Berardi dress and I quickly found more delicious frocks in the line that I really want need in my wardrobe. stat.

My needs aside, this dress belongs on a bride. Right??? So, please, indulge me. And after your wedding, send me some pics. xox.

Image via Cape Cod Collegiate.
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Planning CB's Parisian Shoot: Props + Accessories. FEEDBACK, PLS!

Yesterday I chatted about a trip to Paris for fun and today I'm going to talk about a work trip {but a really fun work trip!} to Paris ... :o) As I shared in a previous post, I am planning a two-part photo shoot in Paris. {!!!} The first part will be a wedding inspiration shoot with a strong 1960s Parisian focus.. I've been having a ball working on wardrobe styling for this segment and thought I'd pop in share what I have so far. I want to share these steps for a few reasons ... I am hoping it will show you guys that doing a styled shoot abroad is absolutely feasible. Annnnnd, I'm really hoping for some intense reader feedback! I have questions galore listed at the bottom of this post and would love to hear my trusted readers' opinions!

 

Despite the strong 1960s theme, I can't help but throw in a little modern bracelet layering {with a vintage twist}.


The Grecian headband and feather are an attempt to slightly emulate Kirsten Dunst's hair from Marie Antoinette on her wedding day. Too bad I no longer have blonde hair. :o( 


I found the miniature trunk/suitcase at a French flea market in Metz. Love it to bits.


I can't express how perfect I feel my Mom's dress is for this part of the shoot! :o) And I love that, in a way, it will become a bit of a family legacy.


The amazing fabric floral bouquet is from Quatre Coeur and the ivory clutch is vintage {found it at an estate sale}.


I'm planning on pinning this vintage Parisian key brooch onto the floral bouquet. I found it at a tiny antique shop in Alabama. :o)


And, just in case of rain, I'll bring along my adorable Felix Rey bumble. :o)

I know I didn't share any of J's ensemble but boys lack the fun accessories and they are so much less fun to photograph and edit so I will just give you a brief write-up. J will be donning a Michael Kors suit with sterling cuff links and a seersucker hat. I'd really like to get him a skinny tie as a nod to the 60s ... what do you think?

?s for my fabulous readers:
-- What color should I paint my nails? I was thinking about doing a bright white matte with a graduated glitter effect.

-- I'm thinking a top knot will help evoke the 1960s vibe I'm going for ... which means I really need to start practicing more to perfect the look. If you have any tips {or links to tips}, pls let me know. ;o)

-- Lip color? I'm really wanting to do a strong red but I'm see myself being pulled to my comfort zone and wearing a nude w/gloss. What do you think I should do?

-- Sunnies. For the second part of the shoot {which, again, is much more modern}, I am dying to get my hands on a pair of heart-shaped sunnies. Red, preferably ... maybe black. Anyone have a favorite place to shop for them?

-- What kind of tie would you put on J? Skinny? Color? Pattern? I am at a loss but thinking about keeping it skinny and simple. I do wish my Dad had kept his amazing silvery sharkskin suit from the wedding - that would be too rad!

NEXT PLANNING POST: SHOOT IDEAS + LOCALES. Stay tuned. ;o)

Also, if you're a vendor and feel you have something substantial you would like to contribute to the shoot, e-mail me and we'll chat!

Images by moi.

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