Check out these WILD earrings!

Check out this great vintage film showing some ladies trying bold new earring styles! What do you think, how big is too big?

Throwback Thursday! Cate Blanchett as Katherine Hepburn

Happy Throwback Thursday my vintage glamour guys and dolls! Today we are looking at the ever elegant Cate Blanchett in her role as Katherine Hepburn in the 2004 film The Aviator.

Kate and Howard play golf. She complains that people call her "outdoorsy" when she prefers the term "athletic".

The Aviator is a biographical drama about the life of American tycoon and innovator Howard Hughes. This sometimes problematic genius is shown from early adult hood into his later life, wining and dining starlets like Ava Gardner to Jean Harlow to Katherine Hepburn.

This soft almost creme colored suit gets alot of screen time.

Hepburn, played by Blanchett, dates Howard seriously until his OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) tendencies worsen to the point of breaking them up. Even after their split he still tried to keep her name out of the paper when she starts an affair with Spencer Tracy.

See what I mean about draping over the scene? Cate is all arms and legs in this. 

Kate and the whole Hepburn clan; loving her sport coat here.

Cate just drapes herself over the scenery in this film, you get the sense of luxuriousness in her style.

Another great comparison photo.

A great side by side of  Katherine and Cate.

If you haven't seen this film, please do so. It is full of highly detailed sets, characters, and costumes. You can more about the film here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Aviator_(2004_film)

Mad Men Countdown: Megan Draper (Calvet)

This week on Mad Men Countdown I am covering Megan Calvet nee Draper's fantastic wardrobe! Fun and a bit on the child like side Megan was a secretary in the SCDP offices who ended up on the arm of Don Draper. Quitting her job as a copywriter she then pursued her dream of being an actress. At times volatile and at the same time captivating Megan was, in my opinion, one of the best written characters on the show. Let's get to her outfits:

Number 1: Office Chic

One of the first times we see Megan is in a private focus group. Look at how polished and put together she looks.

Number 2: Pretty in Pink

Normally we don't see Megan in alot of patterns to begin with. She like Joan is a solid block of color, usually. I really do like this dress though.

 Number 3: Bikini Babe

In need of a sitter while in California, Don hires Megan to come with him and kids. Here is she in a bikini (which Don bitched Betty out about not a few seasons ago).

 Number 4: Just Checking Dress

Megan plans to meet up with an old friend while in California. She makes sure to "stop by" to make sure Don doesn't need anything.

 Number 5: Chains in Peach

Megan tends to dress in highly feminine/ very bright colors. Peach or pink is very popular for her.

 Number 6: Howard Johnson Dress:

Love this outfit. Now that she is married to Don she is definitely stepping up her clothing game.

 Number 7: California Dreaming

This shot is pure Hollywood Glamour. Meant to showcase her success in California, Megan is dressed to kill in this powder blue mini dress with sheer long sleeves. This is the cutting edge of fashion for the late 60's.

Number 8: Lame' Awards Dress

Ok, Whose grandma had a lame' dress like this one in their closet? The Eastern influences hit the 60s fashion scene hard, and here she is attending an awards banquet in this pink and gold gown. Also, note how much hair she has going on.

Number 9: Bisouix Dress

THIS DRESS....Megan performs a song and dance for Don at his surprise b-day party. Note that this silouhette is almost exactly like her powder blue dress from earlier. This is the height of cutting edge evening wear for the mid to late 60s. 

Daily Bombshell Selfie!

Just thought I would share my look today:

Hair: Pageboy with a swoop!

Face: What I like to call "Pin up Lite" or "Half Face"; meaning there are no false lashes or eyeliner

Clothes: Green boat neck shirt with tie, black sailor pants, and my black 40's swing shoes.

Mug: Marilyn of course!

What does your everyday look like? Send me a selfie!

The art of World War II Planes!

World War II saw the rise of the air plane as a war machine. To help combat the seriousness of the war and the overall tone airmen would paint designs, sexy pin up girls, and sometimes racy slogans on the noses of their planes. I find the whole idea reminiscent of Native Americans painting their horses, or the Vikings carving dragon heads on the ends of their boats. Here are some great images of World War II planes:

I wonder if she is based off some girl he knew!

I think this name is probably my favorite.

She might be my favorite, but I'm a bit biased.

Got to see her in person, and I even have a "Diamond Lil" pin!

Want to read more about nose art on World War II planes? You can check out the book 

Vintage Aircraft Nose Art (Motorbooks Classic) by Gary Valant.