I Thee Vintage

My current obsession is VINTAGE WEDDINGS!!!

Just like most hopelessly romantic women, one of my hobbies has been to plan my future wedding. To prevent judgment from my friends and encourage my boyfriend to continue to think I'm sane, I have been forced to keep these thoughts in my head of course. BUT, I refuse to be kept down any longer. I'm breaking free.

When it comes to weddings, I am IN LOVE with all things VINTAGE - of course. I love lace, and headpieces, and gloves and all the other works.

MODERN TWIST

Rosa Clara 2011 Bridal Collection

These dresses are a little dramatic but they are such fun and bold styles

Hanna Touma Wedding Dresses Spring/Summer 2010-2011

EVEN ROYALTY LOVES LACE

Grace Kelly's Helen Rose wedding dress when she wed Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1956

Kate Middleton's Sara Burton designed Alexander McQueen wedding dress when she wed Prince William of Wales

VINTAGE HEADPIECES

 

 VINTAGE GLOVES

~smooches~

ELAN <3

Jamaican Me Vintage Fab

This weekend was the infamous #DCCARNIVAL!

Celebrating Caribbean culture in the nation’s capital is an annual event that went slightly awry this year. We went on an adventure to the city to explore. The usual peculiar activities including people covered in mud, elaborate costumes, and gigantic snakes draped over people’s necks were placed on the back burner while rumors of shootings and violence raced the streets.

Mud Dancers

Elaborate Caribbean Costumes

Despite these dramatic events, I was inspired by the bright colored fashion and discovered other amazing designs showcased in Caribbean Fashion Week 2011 which took place in Kingston, Jamaica, June 8-13.

CARNIVAL INSPIRED LOOKS

Meiling

Catalin Botezatu

 RUNWAY LOOKS WITH VINTAGE INSPIRATION

Gavin Douglas of London

OTHER FABULOUS RUNWAY LOOKS

Denis Davead

Marisol Henriquez

Zesty Shades of Tangerine are a HUGE fashion trend for Spring/Summer 2011. The bright colored Caribbean trends may be responsible for this great look to brighten up any warm weather outfit.

Heather Jones of Trinidad

~smooches~
ELAN <3

Wrapped Around My Head

Headbands are the classic FUN accessory suitable for 2 year olds & 22 year olds alike. Whether they have huge satin flowers attached or are covered with patterned scarves they serve as the perfect addition to a simple t shirt & jeans or a chic cover up for a bad hair day. Over the seasons, prominent designers have introduced variations of this timeless piece. For S/S 2011, fabulous TURBANS conveniently complete the season's 70's and rustic bohemian inspired trends. Add a printed turban headband to accessorize a pair of high waist shorts & a v-neck top with flared sleeves. Also, the intricately styled knotted turban completes the maxi skirt trend.

Everything has a VINTAGE INSPIRATION!!!

Lana Turner in the Postman Always Rings Twice - 1940s

My gorgeous friend Ashley has an AMAZING collection of vibrantly colored turbans. Check them out...

Urbane Natural Turban

http://urbanenatural.bigcartel.com/

Since I’m addicted to Ebay I had to find a fabulous vintage inspired style

Frolic Vintage Turban Headbands

 

http://stores.ebay.com/frolicvintage

$12.99

AND, if you’re really ballin’…here you go…

Miuccia Prada Spring 2007 Silk Turbans

 

Just like classic headbands, it’s hard to find just one that fits every style so get creative. Especially if you have extra time on your hands because the economy hates you like it seems to hate me, MAKE YOUR OWN! Find a great scarf and experiment with different style knots to fit your personal style.

A Drinking Town With A Sailing Problem

WHAT A DAY...

Today, the boys and I took a trip to Naptown (formerly known as Annapolis). We dined at our favorite spot, the infamous “Chick & Ruths Delly”. Even though we weren’t quite “man enough” to try one of The Colossal Challenges we witnessed someone else tackle the challenge without succeeding L. After stumbling out of this place with the itis, we visited the Alex Haley memorial and lounged on a tour ship for a while. Luckily, before leaving, we saw some of my beau’s favorite things – VINTAGE CARS!!! Being in this historic town had me in a VINTAGE thinking mindset– as usual. Sooooooo…I wore a special vintage outfit just for our adventure.

Animal Print Shorts with Pockets: VINTAGE

Sheer Top with Front Pleats and Top Button: VINTAGE

Tan Shoulder Bag: VINTAGE

Tan Belt: VINTAGE

Necklace: VINTAGE

Straw Fedora: URBAN OUTFITTERS

Beaded Sandals: URBAN OUTFITTERS

Feeling a little modelesque on the dock

 

 

 

 

 

He was looking at my booty and played it off by taking a picture

I FELL IN LOVE WITH THIS FIRE HYDRANT

My hat almost blew away

Taking a load off

 

The boys weren’t VINTAGE THINKING like me but they did exhibit some classic brotherly love

Story time with Alex Haley

How they got below the dock I'll never know

peek-a-boo

Bonding with Mother Nature

 

This beautiful VINTAGE CAR satisfied both mine and my hubby’s addiction. Neither of us can afford this FABULOUS automobile so we're forced to lust and salivate from a distance.

1967 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE

Our picture was a little blurry...

So I found this one instead...WHAT A BEAUTY!!!

 ~smooches~ ELAN <3

 

Vintage Love to Share

I’m writing this post while peering through my eyelashes since I stayed up, committed to finally completing my first set of Ebay listings. It took forever and I planned to complete this project long ago BUT, I can proudly say that I have been successful! 11 FABULOUS VINTAGE ITEMS ARE NOW ON SALE! Check them out!

Elan Renegade Vintage on Ebay 

Animal Print Athletic Jacket

Ethnic Print Button Mini Dress

Black and White Floral Athletic Jacket

Black Lace Dress Top with Beaded Detail

Blue Boyfriend Blazer

Long Sleeve Floral Dress

Multicolored Aztec Print Athletic Jacket

Classic Navy Blue Boyfriend Fit Blazer

Sheer Printed Pants

Tan Oxford Menswear Shoes

Victorian Style Pink Top

HOPEFULLY YOU FIND SOMETHING YOU LIKE!!!

If not, there are MANY items still to come.

~smooches~ ELAN <3