New Years 2012

 Every year my Fella's close group of friends put on a black tie event. In past years this party was held at a private home. This year they decided to change it up, hosting it at Beer Belly Gastropub in Korea Town. Everyone was decked out - and ready to have a great time! I opted for a crepe silk, floor length, 50's evening gown that I have never worn - but, has been in my closet for over a year. I paired it wtih black opera length gloves and deco drop earrings.

My Brother (who got ahold of the funny plastic glasses), myself and my cousin, Marianne

Ending the night - drunkenly, with Thriller

Here is to 2012! Hope everyone had a great NYE!!!!

Christmas 2011

Christmas time had my Fella and I at SOOO many events and parties. I feel like a lucky girl to have so many friends and family that like to spend time with us - but, it was very hard to keep up!

My Brother and I on Christmas Morning.

Always get Jayson funny shirts!

 

The Next Day we went to an impromptu after Christmas get-together with my Fellas good friends. I always seem to draw the little kids to me. I think it's the red lipstick ;)

Pre-Christmas 2011

Hello everyone! I hope everyone is recuperating from the holiday season. I did so many things over Christmas! I hope you are ready, this post is picture HEAVY!

I kicked off Christmas week with my monthly, "Lady Date". We went ice skating (which I was terrible at -- but, managed NOT to fall).

And then I hosted the girls afterwards for cocktails, gingerbread cookies and some video games!

My lovelies - Lau, Anisa, Chelsea myself and Gina

Chelsea enjoying my awesome Sangria

My next venture was the highly anticipated, Cicada Club's - Johnny Holiday,
Holiday Program !  I was lucky enough to be accompanied by my Fella and my beautiful vintage friend, Elizabeth!

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I am wearing vintage Bogoff jewelry and the dress is from the UK based company, Hell Bunny. I actually took the bow in the back off and reattached it to make it a halter/sweetheart top! I love this dress - not "vintage", but it fits nice! The pattern on the dress reminds me of the Haunted Mansion.

The entire lot of the photos from the evening can be seen here

Christmas Eve

Stop One - My Sister's first bridal Dress fitting!

My amazing soon-to-be Brother-in-law!

Stop two: Mimosas and Gift Wrapping with my Mom!

Stop Three - Dinner with my Fella's Family!

Cousin Lisa, Chris and myself.

Kylee, the new baby Chasey and myself.

Drinking a Moscow Mule - the staple drink of the Firestone family!

Having fun with the kids!

 Jared, myself and my Fella

We ended our evening with a night cap at our good friend Tim's home. Lots of doggies and good friends!

Tim and I

Poofy pooch with a cute outfit!

Winter Break

After days of eating, traveling and present opening. I am trying to Lounge around today. 

I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas holiday! I am compiling a huge Christmas post! Have a lovely Tuesday, Dear Bloggers. :)

Christmas Time!

I can't believe we only have 11 days left till Christmas! The rain that has been pouring down on Los Angeles lifted up enough for the fella and I to purchase our Christmas Tree!

I literally can't believe it's Christmas time already. I feel like the whole year went by in a blink of an eye.

It's time to talk Christmas Dresses!

For hundreds of years, women have used the formal dress, what we now call the party dress, as a form of expression.  The right dress could launch a lady into high society and flaunt her beauty.  From the glamorous Hollywood gowns of the 40’s to the poodle skirt of the 50’s to the miniskirts of the 60’s to hippy-chic maxi dresses of the 70’s to the structured dresses of the 80’s to the baby doll dresses of the 90’s… The party dress has evolved faster than ever before in past 100 years.  With each new generation of women, a new party dress is born- ready to dazzle, ready to entice, and ready to reveal something special about the wearer.

I have been buying vintage patterns left and right on Etsy and Ebay. Finally, one has emerged as the front runner for my holiday dress!

At first I wanted to make it in Emerald Green Taffeta, which would require a trip to Los Angele's Fabric District. You can easily find it for 3.00 a yard. It's a drop in the bucket compared to Joann's -- which can cost upwards of 15.00 a yard. I planned on going yesterday - but because of the torrential downpour, I decided to go with overpriced Joann's. Better than oversized rats and roaches that come out in downtown Los Angeles when it is wet. I was unable to find the Taffeta in the right weight (just cheapy stuff that would look terrible with a petticoat under it). So, I decided to put my snow princess tiara on and purchase this AMAZING white/silver brocade satin. It's so heavy, and it was 40% OFF! I will be doing the belt and accent neckline in dark green velvet!

I already own a pair of emerald green vintage Coro earrings. I also purchased a lovely vintage emerald green snowflake brooch to go with my ensemble. 

What shoes am I going to wear? Better yet, what are you wearing?

Vintage Dior

With Bakelite earrings. What can be better on a rainy day?

Hard Days Night - Outfits of the Day

I am working on a sewing blog post for tomorrow! I am heading down to the Los Angeles fabric district to get fabric for new trousers  and my holiday dress! Went to see Human Drama last night! It was at the Gothic club, Bar Sinister. It was sooooo cold in L.A. last night, so I wore my vintage black fox stole! I was in such a rush, I didn't get a full length pic. But, a good one of my vintage net and fur! Long night and early morning to work!

Today I am wearing my trusty navy 50's dress and all Bakelite accessories! Have a great Sunday everyone!