When I saw you standing there - green eyes, black hair, up against the pink and purple wisteria...

Today I would like to share with you a few thoughts on the retro image of a modern girl. Since I have been selling clothing and accessories in the style of the 50s, I often encounter with the girls, who want to sound like a pretty pin-up beauties of the past. Especially since this is now in vogue. Most often, they simply buy a dress in vintage style, so as not to complicate the task of finding and combination of separates. However, almost no one thinks that this is not enough! 50's style is very multi-layered and full of a variety of items from accessories to shoes. I want to show you on own example how difficult and really exciting at the same time to create a complete image of the different elements. 

For a long time I was crazy about a stunning mint green cardigan by Voodoo Vixen. And of course I ordered it at the first opportunity! But when  I've got it, I realized that absolutely can not find a worthy couple... It spent a few months in my closet until I accidentally stumbled upon a lovely skirt by Zara that is coming to the cardigan tone on tone. 

The next step was the purchase of shoes suited to this tender set. Here I was lucky enough and found a charming little vintage shoes with a small heel that look incredibly feminine.

Usually I wear a little black bag that is fitting almost all clothes. But in this case the black color seemed to me to be too heavy. However, to find something proper was quite simple - and here I am, the happy owner of a charming handbag  in retro style with a cute bow.

To complete the look I needed only accessories. I've chosen wide pink belt and two pairs of hair flowers - green and white orchids. The image has been finished! And I must say that each time appearing in this kit on public, I get a lot of attention and compliments :)

In conclusion I want to say that before buying anything, always think how you will assemble it, this is a very important aspect. And be sure to check out the page of Voodoo Vixen, it is a really good brand, representing a variety of comfy and beautiful clothes. 

With love,
Grace

A bee at the lotus feet of Jina

Ideas, development, purchase, delivery, photoset, so much effort and development... Finally, my own little shop opened on etsy.com. Friends, I invite you to visit this page and to wish me some luck and further progress. This collection of clothing impregnated with dreams about elves and memories of the pilgrimage to sunny India. My first order  has been already sent to Australia. It means the world to me! I wish all the good and the most beautiful day to all of you!

https://www.etsy.com/ru/shop/Mallinatha

Indications start to shine: сloud nine – white line – this time I’m on adrenaline!

It seems that since we organized "Rebel Dolls" my destiny  is permanently interwined with bikes. This time I was lucky to see and touch the chic and aristocratic power of motorcycle brand "Triumph". They are simply magnificent! We shot a small set in their salon  for the calendar of one famous café . Wait for details;)

Can you feel my heart beat?

So, my dear friends, what's new happening here?

May 26th has been one of the most beautiful and extraordinary days of my life! It was the day Nick Cave gave a concert in St.Petesburg. You know, the last six months his music played a very important role for me. The night before the concert I slept very bad and terribly worried. There was a feeling that I'm going on a first date XD I wanted to look like something special. So I chose a black pencil dress with cherry print, high-heeled shoes and fasinator with a veil. I came to the concert hall one hour before the show. A small crowd of fans has been waiting for Nick at the stage door and I joined them. It seems to me, it took 70 minutes until the car with musicians appeared. Unfortunately Nick just waved his hand and left. But I realized that my legs are literally fall off due to uncomfortable shoes. Fortunately, the concert was supposed to be a chamber, and I had a ticket for a seat. Someone caught me in the crowd waiting for King Ink:

 

(I'm looking so frightened here! I can't watch without laughing)

Finally the show started. Nick came out, greeted the audience and played one of his slow songs. What was my surprise when, at the beginning of the second song, half of the audience stood up from their seats and rushed to the scene! I thought that this was my chance too and ran after them. So after doing this I was two-three meters away from the scene. Nick was simply divine! He was in contact with the audience constantly, shaking hands with everyone, communicate with us, joked, danced. Meanwhile, my feet again made themselves felt. Well, I couldn't think of anything better than simply take off my shoes :) Yes, I was at the concert of Nick Cave barefoot!  I hope it was dark enough and no one saw... I was absolutely happy to be much closer to Nick than originally expected. But those people who bought very expensive tickets to the first row - not at all. They asked the guards to disperse those who hindered them watching.  Security began to press people, but instead of getting away from the scene, I was even closer! But...my dress was torn...Whoops! So, I'm standing barefoot and in tattered clothes in one meter away from Maestro. Well done! I thought, ok, I have nothing to lose. And start my path towards Nick. In the end I found myself in the front row! Hell, this worth it all! Goodness, I feel dizzy at the thought that King Ink was even holding my hand!  I was the happiest person on earth! Nick Cave is a real magician or shaman. His ritual movements fascinate. And what's make me more happier is that at the end of the show I was able to get the paper with set list! So, my legs hurt terribly and clothing was damaged, but I touched the cold hand of Nick, received a present and heard my favorite songs! I'm in love!  After the show, I was trembling from overstimulation and could not stop. Again I slept very bad, and the morning after was feeling just awful. The tale was over. If you will allow me to compare Nick Cave with drugs, he is definitely heroin. Mad euphoria and grave condition after. I swear, I even felt pain. Now I like learning to live again. Everything falls into place. Nevertheless, I repeat, it was one of the brightest days of my life...

(Nick Cave's preaching)

   

Black forest, silver tree

Such a cold spring in Russia, you just can not imagine! My dream is to wander through the woods, run a hand over the soft moss, smell the heather... From these visions of summer grew up my elven clothing collection, which I called "Earth Spirit". It is dominated by the colors of forests around my hometown: dark green, black, brown. 

(Cozy jacket made of 100% cotton with pointed sleeves and hidden hood. Handy belt bag fitting this jacket. Several compartments)

(Warm coat made of 100% cotton and lined with soft fleece. Adorned with hypnotic fractals)

(Elven dress with jagged edges and cut on the back)

(Bolero and belt bag with leaf motif)

I still have a lot of clothes that needs to be photographed. Also, I'm thinking to make my own shop on Etsy. So many plans... I hope I have the strength to carry out all conceived.

Hearts of space

Carried away by fifties it's impossible not to become imbued with incredible design decisions that were everywhere in circulation in the fashion of the time. Clothing, interiors, cars - all permeated with improbable faith in the human capabilities and in progress. One of the most exciting areas of this culture is the so-called retro futurism. I looked through hundreds of photos with vintage cars, resembling space shuttles and many pictures that represent human exploration of space. Now it looks strange and too frantic for us, because the design has become faceless and monotonous. But my heart belongs entirely to the images of the 50's. I have long wanted to do something in the style of "space pin-up". And finally I had such an opportunity due to remarkable brand Voodoo Vixen! Their "Judy Jetson" dress looks in the best traditions of retro futurism and I just love it!

I long to be by the sea where a blossom falls from a cherry tree

Phew ... These were insanely busy weeks! I finally started to visit the gym and  get fit for summer. Merciful Lord, make it so that all the cookies gone of the world!... Of course I'm kidding. Now my shops and preparations for the new season  interest me most of all. A couple of weeks ago Rebel Dolls participated in the fashion show of dresses from my pin-up store "Cherry Shop". It was a great event with jazz music and dancing. Finally, I got photos from there!

(Miss Kristina wearing sky blue dress from Lindy Bop)

(Miss Nastya in space dress from Voodoo Vixen)

(Collectif dress on miss Julia)

(Wonderful floral dress on miss Kristina)

(Classy miss Julia in Lindy Bop)

(Miss Nika dancing in beautiful skull dress from Voodoo Vixen)

(Miss Irina in lovely violet dress)

(Me, disheveled and happy)

(All the beauties together)

I like to review such cheerful pictures. Fond memories of important moments of life. And this time also a farewell to the old  hairdo!^^ Goodbye Betty bangs! Hello 50's style false bangs XD

Do you think I made the right choice?)