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I don’t always dress modern but when I do, I call it “Gaga Casual”. If I’m not turning to Marilyn (or the 1940s and 50s for style inspiration) I’m turning to Gaga. If you don’t believe me look at my Pinterest boards, there’s really no in between for me. I guess I’m just lucky to have two icons for muse’s, nothing I wear is ever considered “normal” and my closet is everything but boring 🤣. 

If you know your Gaga, then you know this “Gaga Casual” look was  inspired by the Joanne era. Not only was/is the album amazing but the outfits that came with it were SO GOOD! I just love the overall vibe and I’m a sucker for this shade of pink.

Silma booties in rose suede // white crop top // slim high waisted ankle jeans (the black washed denim is also a must for a Gaga Casual look) // pink wool fedora similar here

I am SO glad it’s the weekend! I feel like the week flew by…I literally only remember bits and pieces of it and I’m not sure if that’s a good thing or not. Luckily my vacation starts soon and in the meantime there’s always coffee! You guys know I’m a huge fan of Alejandro Mogollo’s art and of course I’ve been looking for another excuse to wear my Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Little Rock headpiece so…..naturally this was bound to happen. It works though right? The red satin pajamas really bring everything together and they’re perfect for lounging around at home. See, I’m practical!

I hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend!

Little Rock coffee mug // Red pajamas // Headpiece custom made by Kramaric’ Millinery

Photography by Shauna Peniche aka Little Photo Fox

I can’t remember which Old Hollywood podcast I was listening to recently (it wasn’t any of the ones referenced below) but in conversation with a guest speaker, the host simply stated “Lana Turner isn’t a household name anymore.” Since this was a podcast about Hollywood’s Golden Age, the statement was definitely said sadness and that’s exactly the emotion it sparked within me. Sadness. Marilyn Monroe, Jean Harlow, Lana Turner, Carole Lombard…these blondes are my household names SO – this one is for you Lana. Inspired by the 1946 film noir, The Postman Always Twice! 

I’m obsessed with all of Lana’s looks in the film but this one, well this one makes quite the first impression. I was fascinated to learn the movie adaptation, based on the 1934 novel by James Cain,  took a while to come to fruition due to the censorship codes of the time. It’s amazing how this movie was able to abide by the codes without loosing the heaviness of the subject matter. Lana, who plays the role of Cora Smith, wears white the majority of the movie and stuns every time. Angelic femme fatale are words that shouldn’t go together but when it comes to describing Lana’s character in the movie, I can’t find any other words.

If you’d like to learn more about Lana, I definitely recommend the following podcast episodes:

Vanguard of Hollywood Episode 59. Platinum Perfection: A Lana Turner Birthday Tribute

Vanguard of Hollywood Episode 43. Lana Turner, John Garfield and The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946)

“You Must Remember This” a Karina Longworth Podcast Episode 67. MGM Stories Part 12: Lana Turner

AND if you’re looking for some Lana inspired headwear, be sure to check out My Retro Palace!

Photography by Shauna Peniche aka Little Photo Fox

Have I really not published a blog post since January??? Clearly this isn’t my day job and posting regularly didn’t make my New Year’s Resolution list…Luckily it’s never too late to set intentions so I’m going to make a goal to at least publish once a week. Or once a month…I’m all about setting realistic expectations for myself so maybe I should start small 🤣. 

Shall we talk about spring??? Shooting content outside this time of year in Oregon can be a little tricky. Currently lows are in the 30s and maybe just maybe we make it to 50 degrees. It actually snowed in Portland the other day so to say our weather is unpredictable right now would be an understatement. I guess when you need spring content, you need spring content. Just know I’m freezing in these photos. 

Despite it still feeling a bit like winter, I have managed to add a few new pieces to my spring wardrobe (like this rib knit cardigan and tank from H&M – exact tank here similar cardigan here ) but primarily I find myself rewearing old favorites. My faux denim capris from Vixen by Mitcheline Pitt start getting a lot of love this time of year, they’re restocking soon so be sure to get on the wait list! I’ve also been loving these high waisted capris from Zara, I just ordered my 5th pair recently (they’re that good) so be prepared to see me wearing them all spring and well in to summer.

Are you a fan of capris?!

Photography by Shauna Peniche aka Little Photo Fox!

I’ve been on a Judy Garland kick lately, so of course that means rewatching The Wizard of Oz! 

Late last year my husband and I went to Los Angeles and visited the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. I was completely in awe of the pieces they had on display. When I think of Old Hollywood memorabilia, my mind automatically goes to items from the 1939 classic. In case you’re wondering…yes, I did see a pair of ruby slippers and yes, they still sparkle! If you’re fascinated by Old Hollywood and know your MGM history, then you know it’s amazing that some of these items are still around today. Reading the book The Ruby Slippers of Oz: Thirty Years Later by Rhys Thomas put that in perspective for me even more. If you haven’t read the book, I definitely recommend it! 

As someone who’s constantly inspired by Old Hollywood, this coat gave me Emerald City vibes the moment I saw it. Naturally I imagined a color palette fit for the city (or a wizard) and voila! Stay tuned because I’m currently styling another Oz inspired look for spring!  

Coat (sold out) and dress (old from last season) from H&M. Earmuffs from Amazon.

Photography by my gal Shauna Peniche aka Little Photo Fox!

I couldn’t think of a more appropriate title for this blog post. Maybe it’s the pink wool beret, the plaid circle skirt and the cute little coffee shop. If you’re looking for a way to beat the winter blues, try adding some pink to your winter wardrobe! This bubblegum tartan circle skirt from Vivien of Holloway may be the perfect winter to spring transitional piece but can easily be styled for summer! For this post, I paired my circle skirt with the Rosa Peasant top for a winter pinup look that’s fun and flirty. Be sure to follow the Vivien of Holloway size guide to find your perfect fit. 

Thank you to Vivien of Holloway for sponsoring this post.

Christmas, it’s always a little bitter sweet… We’re friends, so I feel comfortable admitting that I tend to stay a bit too busy during the holiday season. Being away from family this time of year isn’t easy, so I guess you could say it’s a holiday tradition of mine to stay way too busy. Whether good or bad, I think we all have holiday coping mechanisms and staying too busy just happens to be mine 🤣. Don’t worry, I did find time to binge watch holiday movies, make festive cocktails, look at Christmas lights AND make this tulle skirt with a friend! I bought the mini bow crop top from Akira Chicago on Christmas Day last year and definitely had a vision for it!!

Merry Christmas, everyone!!

Photography by @michaelahphotograpy !

What do you get for the person on your holiday shopping list who loves Old Hollywood and dresses like it’s 1950? Good question! It might be hard to find something at a mall for this person unless you’re visiting Tiffany’s or the Chanel counter. I know this from personal experience! I rarely find ANYTHING at the mall for myself so I’m gonna help you guys out! 

In today’s post, I’m sharing 10 gift ideas for the starlet in your life! 

1. A gift card to their favorite hair salon (Marilyn got her roots done every Saturday, need I say more?). If you’re local, I recommend Dimension 7 Salon in Hillsboro, OR!
2. Anything from Alejandro Mogollo Art !!
3. The “This Was Hollywood” book by Cara Valderrama.
4. A gift card to Vixen by Micheline Pitt, Unique Vintage or Dela Deville’s Vintage. I know some people think gift cards are impersonal but I think they make great gifts! Who doesn’t like to buy what they want?!
5. The Besame Red – Lip and Nail Color Set. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything from Besame, especially if you know your starlet’s favorite era. You can also still purchase makeup from the Marilyn collection like the eyes and pencil set!
6. Classics on vinyl. Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin…Take your pick.
7. A bottle of champagne. Any bottle will do.
8. A gift card to their favorite true vintage shop. If you’re local and looking for one, I recommend Most Everything Vintage. A few of my non local favorites are Connie’s Vintage Trunk and Lady Jane Vintage. 
9. A hat, headpiece or gift card from Kramarić Millinery. 
10. Bad Girl Hoop earrings available in silver or gold at Vixen by Micheline Pitt. They’re an everyday essential and they’d make the perfect stocking stuffer! 

Whether you want to treat yourself or someone else this holiday season, I hope this list makes your holiday gifting a bit easier. As you can probably tell from theses photos, I’ve already purchased a few gifts for myself from this list this holiday season 🤣 (holiday photo shoot with Michaela at Cobalt Studios included) !! My Gentleman Prefer Blondes Little Rock headpiece was custom made by Kramarić Millinery, my Marilyn Little Rock notebook is from Alejandro Mogollo Art and my lipstick, eye shadow and blush are from the Marilyn Collection at Besame Cosmetics!

Happy Holidays!! 💋

Photography by the talented Michaela H ! Follow her on Instagram to see more of her holiday mini sessions!

If you’re a fan of Marilyn Monroe’s off screen style, then you probably already have a black turtleneck sweater and white high waisted ankle pants in your wardrobe. If you don’t, what are you waiting for?! Even if you don’t “dress vintage”, this combination is so timeless it transcends fashion decades. 

I’d been looking for the perfect pair of white high waisted ankle pants for a while and ordered these the minute I saw them. I honestly can’t recommend them enough! They’re  amazing!! I also have them in black and plan to buy them in a few more colors (or just another pair of black and white 🤣) before they sell out. I don’t shop at Zara often, so I utilized the “find your size” tool in the sizing drop down to find my recommended size. Since this black sweater has been in my closet for years ( it’s the same one I wore in this 2017 blog post about Marilyn, my hair was so dark then!) I’m linking similar ones here and here.

Would you wear this Marilyn inspired look?!

Photography by Little Photo Fox . If you need any professional photos this holiday season and you’re in the Portland area, reach out to Shauna aka Little Photo Fox and tell her S.J. sent you!

This cute and comfy vintage set from Vivien of Holloway arrived at the start of summer and I’ve been waiting patiently for a cool (yet dry day) so I could finally wear it! After a couple weeks of rain, the sun came out and it felt a little like spring so… I decided there was no time like the present to wear my retro inspired leisurewear! 

Everything about this French Terry set is amazing, from the fit to the color, it’s an absolute dream. I’ll definitely be ordering another as soon as I decide on the color. In this post, I’m wearing the top and trousers in teal but I also love the sage and red. Aside from being so comfy, I think the thing I love most about this look is how polished it is. Comfy and polished?!  I guess that’s vintage casual for ya, right? Ironically these pieces are called the Sloppy Joe top and trousers and there’s nothing sloppy about them! I love that the tops and trousers are all sold individually so you can mix and match. Whether you pair your Sloppy Joe set with saddle shoes or peep toe heels, you’ll be temped to just kick off the shoes and relax.

Special thanks to my Mom for taking these photos.