As you can see, the granny shoes are making yet another appearance. I love them that much.
I styled my hair in hot rollers, and then put each side back in a comb. The comb was a revelation this week. In Bettina May's pin-up class, she suggested them as an alternative to Victory Rolls if you want something a little flatter. Two symmetrical Victory Rolls look kind of ridiculous on me, so I'm thrilled with the comb solution. I just got a pair of plastic Goody side combs from the drugstore. So easy!
I've been working at the studio all day today and the look has held up pretty well, except that I took the necklace off and am barefoot. Ah well.
Hi Gertie!
ReplyDeleteHow do you find/feel the fit of this RTW dress compares... now that you make your own, are their any parts that you think "Oooh I would've done A or B instead when sewing it" ? 9Just curious LOL!)
ooh, I love that...great colour combo, esp. on you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great look - I love the dress, and darn it anyway of those shoes aren't growing on me!
ReplyDeleteI love hot rollers to style my hair, they work so well, but I have to say, the humidity kills the look pretty quickly.
I'm lovin the granny shoes Gertie, thanks for the pics! You look lovely as always!!
ReplyDeletehair combs are the best. don't forget to scan antique stores and flea markets for combs. some are so stunning. i have a great pair, from the 70's with plastic fruit attached, so retro!
ReplyDeleteWow, Gertie. That is very becoming! It flatters you!
ReplyDelete(And I think it is okay to be in your studio without shoes....as I wave to you with my toes from my studio. ;) k.
ReplyDeleteYou look so glamerous! I'd love you to share some of your new modeling tips!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great shape dress. I'd love to make one - just need to find some time!
Combs are a necessary accessory for me now that I have grown out my "bob". I wore a retro style for most of my adult life and then cut it when I hit 48 or so. ???aging angst. Now I have my sultry look back, except with gray hair. I love this dress on you!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute dress Gertie - and wow! Black is very flattering on you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! I would've sworn you'd made it - and yes, the granny shoes are definitely growing on me now =)
ReplyDeletelove this dress! I really love this style from the 40s' too and can't wait to see your dress based on it! And good idea about the combs...I never thought about that!
ReplyDeleteOh the dress is lovely, and your hair looks great, I cannot get away with double victory rolls I look like a wally hah.x
ReplyDeleteCombs are a favorite of mine as well for a less-full way to arrange my sides (or just bobby-pinned in place if I'm feeling lazy). Have you tried the Grip Tuth combs? I just ordered a set since I've gotten a lot of emails recommending them.
ReplyDeleteLove the dress too!
I love the colors of this dress, and they look fantastic on you!
ReplyDeleteLove your hair! I've always said, that your hairstyle is the inspiration for me if I ever get long hair. I still can't make up my mind on whether to save for longer hair...
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