Salon Mystique

We've moved!

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check out our new home:

http://salonmystique.tumblr.com/

now THIS is a fashion show

2011-04-14T12:07:00.000-07:00

words can't express how cool the Burberry show in Bejing show was.....

(video via fashionologie)

incoming cat video

2011-04-12T10:28:00.000-07:00

Interior Love- Anarchy in the U.K.

2011-04-07T10:34:00.000-07:00

Since I was a kid, I have always been exposed to the British culture through T.V. shows my dad would watch (Ab Fab, Faulty Towers, Father Ted). Needless to say, I became a fan of this small island country rather early in life. It was the first country that I visited as an adult (with my bestie) and my obsession was validated in a single trip!

From the homes of friends to British shops to restaurants, it is easy to see that there is a flair for design in this country. When I saw this post on apartment therapy I was thrilled! It reminds me of this book that my friend has New London Style - which is awesome, totally worth checking out. Here's an ode to the Union Jack and English style!

(photos via apartment therapy, amazon.com)

P.S. for those looking for union jack type of furniture in the U.S. check out H.D. Buttercup

Travelog- Fake tales of San Fransisco

2011-04-04T11:00:00.000-07:00

Was in San Fran a few weekends ago and I must say that I really love that place! The vibe is just amazing and I feel like it's totally my style. It's a city of artists and writers, it's a city of hippies and hipsters, it's a city where the thick fog hugs you in a chilled embrace. One day I wish to live there, even if it's for just a little while.

Fake Tale of San Fransisco:

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Homeless guy: Can you spare a couple hundred dollars?

Me: *laughs* when you find that person, send them my way!

Homeless guy: I'll have my people contact your people.

*all photos taken by Salon Mystique*

Loving this Collection!

2011-03-01T12:32:00.000-08:00

The A/W 2011 collection by Therese Rawsthorne is fantastic. I love how all these pieces are styled. Super wearable and awesome!

(images via Style Collective)

Inspiring Offices

2011-02-10T10:57:00.000-08:00

Spaces that will make you want to get all of your work done :)

(images via apartment therapy)

Los Angeles Looks

2011-02-09T10:55:00.000-08:00

I was searching L.A. Street Style site Hi Styley to get some spring outfit inspiration and it didn't disappoint! Here are some of my fave style shots from the streets of Los Angeles!

Travelog- L.A. Garment District

2011-02-04T18:06:00.000-08:00

I spent most of my morning in DTLA helping a friend look for some fabric in the garment district. I have some mixed feelings about this place. It's kinda dingy and I am drawn to that, but I was really hoping that there would be more selection. Don't get me wrong, there were some beautiful fabrics but every shop seemed to have the same thing and we only found one fabric that fit our criteria (We were searching for a heavy woolen fabric).

Here are the pros and cons:

PROS: cool downtown environment, ability to barter price, tons of shops to browse, good selection of everything except heavy woolen fabrics

CONS: You must pay for parking, TONS of cops- on bikes and in cars (be careful driving)

5 things

2011-02-03T13:51:00.000-08:00

Five things I'm loving right now:

Comfy and Chunky knit sweaters:

The beautiful rocky beaches of the Oregon coast: gorgeous cliff faces and even some lighthouses!

(images via me)

This song:

The clean and modern Scandinavian designs by Darling Clementine for Fern Living

(image via bloesem)

Ridiculous Valentine's day presents:

(image via refinery 29)

Inspiring fresh looks via the Sartoralist

2011-02-02T15:52:00.000-08:00

I'm digging how these looks are very modern yet have a familiar vintage feel to them. Love, love loving the neutral colors too!!

(images via the sartorialist)

Vintage inspired Pre Fall Collections

2011-01-20T10:35:00.000-08:00

Yep folks, another fashion week is on its way. Here are some amazing vintage-y looks that I loved from the pre-fall collections.

Enjoy!

Elie Tahari

Celine

Givenchy

(images via Style.com)

Williamsburg by Alexa Chung

2011-01-13T10:16:00.000-08:00

I really REALLY love Alexa Chung. Can she get any cooler? Follow her around Williamsburg as she goes vintage shopping in this video.

Cool Ways to Display Inspiration

2011-01-11T11:14:00.000-08:00

Weather you need to jot down your grocery list or just want to display an occasional doodle, these ideas for message boards draw inspiration.

That's what she said

2011-01-10T16:10:00.000-08:00

Photos + Text = Ultra cool.

Three Dee!

2010-12-27T20:29:00.000-08:00

3-D is the cool (not so new) new thing. I remember looking at 3-D pictures/movies with those paper glasses when I was a kid and thought it was the most awesome thing ever. Well just the other day I got to re-live my childhood excitement with the Dazed and Confused December issue featuring Daft Punk. An issue that was worth the extra import money.

I love Daft Punk, I love how they are robots and I would be glad if they eventually took over the world. Here's a look at the photos, time to bust out your 3-D glasses!!!

(images via hypebeast.com)

Sexy Little Studios

2010-12-15T10:29:00.000-08:00

Lustworthy work spaces that inspire

(images via RUE magazine)

Bike Fashion in winter weather

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(images via Cycle Chic™ - The Original from Copenhagen.)

Annie Hall Outfits

2010-11-30T12:44:00.000-08:00

I watched Annie Hall the other day and fell in love with the movie and her outfits all over again. Annie Hall is infamous for showcasing Diane Keaton in menswear outfits and I really love all of the wardrobe choices for this film. Plus I love aloof Annie, this is a really great movie! Here are some great rarely featured Annie Hall outfits.

La-di-da

(images= personal screenshots)

New Shop Newsletter!

2010-11-20T10:29:00.000-08:00

I've been working on getting this newsletter up for a while and I'm quite happy with the results: an aesthetically pleasing newsletter with exclusive promotions and deals! This monthly newsletter will let subscribers know all of the new things going on in shop. Here's a sneak peek:

What I'm loving right now- Outfit Inspiration

2010-11-18T11:22:00.000-08:00

(images via lookbook.nu)

Fantastic Featurette

2010-11-09T09:39:00.000-08:00

I love Etsy, but sometimes it takes a lot of searching to find something worthwhile. Que the amazing site Addicted 2 Etsy: this fantastic blog takes the hard work out of finding treasures on the handmade/vintage site. Recently I have had the honor of being featured on Addicted 2 Etsy and I couldn't be more excited, not only was I featured, I also found a new awesome blog to follow- horray!!

Here is my feature and a taste of what Addicted 2 Esty has to offer:

Bandit Love- Bonnie and Clyde

2010-10-25T13:13:00.000-07:00

A fantastic Harper's Bazaar shoot inspired by the 1967 film Bonnie and Clyde staring Faye Dunaway. Awesome!

(Images via Fashion Gone Rouge)

Rain, Rain go Away...

2010-10-21T12:53:00.000-07:00

...but cool umbrella, you may stay

Vintage Woodsy Starburst Umbrella

By Reneesance

Vintage Bella Umbrella Pagoda Style

by Aforetime

plaid umbrella with cane tip

by ourhousevintage

vintage french umbrella

by thehopetree

Plum Colored Vintage Umbrella with Lucite Handle

By birdie1

Perfect Fall Umbrella - 1970s

by jamiecox1984

Style is Something That's You

2010-10-19T11:06:00.000-07:00

You gotta love Iris Apfel!

Sweet Sweet Street Style

2010-10-12T12:27:00.000-07:00

Straight from the sidewalks of Stockholm, Sweeden

(via http://carolinesmode.com/stockholmstreetstyle/)

Very Vintage Halloween

2010-10-11T11:23:00.000-07:00

A fun collection of vintage halloween masks and toys!

creepy lot of vintage halloween masks set 3

available at UndeadTreasures

SKELETON ON VINTAGE DICTIONARY PAGES

Available at penspics

Mother TIN TOY ROBOT Gold vintage WIND UP Big 21 cm. tall

Available at 4toEAT

Muscles and Joints Diagrams Print Medical Color Plate No. 2 and 3

Available at TheStrangestThings

Antique Vintage Composition Doll Head Creepy Halloween Doll Head

Available at Timepassages

50's Simplicity Children's Halloween Costume Pattern, Clowns, Circus Clowns, Size Medium, Pattern 4864

Available at TheIDconnection

Vintage Batman Costume in Box 1970s Ben Cooper

Available at GryphonVintage

Vintage 1950s Tin Litho ALPS mechanical robot Monkey

Available at TheIDconnection

What Fashion's Future Holds

2010-10-06T14:00:00.000-07:00

Fashion is finally evolving. Slowly but surely- the micromini moves on to new longer lengths, velvet makes a screaming comeback and women are wanting to wear a more classic silhouette complete with full circle skirts.

I for one am excited, the 80s trends have become far too saturated and that, for me, is when it is time to move on. This is what fashion has to look forward to and I am glad for a change! Here are some cool articles from the August 2010 issue of British Vogue that point out the differences between this season and last.

Salon Mystique Lookbook- Fall 2010

2010-09-22T16:28:00.000-07:00

Photographer: Josh Argyle

Model: Ness Gorgun

Hair, Make up, Styling: Kristen Newton

Clothing available at Salon Mystique

Temperly London- Spring 2011

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Completely in LOVE with this collection!!!

1) The Maxi Dress- Vintage (VTG) 1980s 80s- Metallic Dandelion- Sheer- M Medium

2) The leather skirt- Vintage (VTG) 1980s 80s- Black Leather- S Small

3) Cropped Sailor Collar Blouse- Vintage (VTG) 1970 70s- Sheer, transparent- S small

4) REOWR- Short Sleeved 80s Mini Leopard Print Wrap Dress- S M

Fashion Week Trend Watch: Vintage Dresses

2010-09-14T13:23:00.000-07:00

Get something that will never go out of style, a great vintage dress with clean and simple lines. These kinds of pieces have lasting power in the closet, and are a key trend for spring 2011.

Inspiration: Barbara Tfank Spring 2011

Want one now? Here are some of our top picks:

1) Silk Cut Out Dress- Vintage (VTG) 1980s 80s- White Silk Bandage Dress- S Small

2) Blue Jay Way- Mini 70s style floral texture polyester wrap dress- S M

3) Noir in America- Ultrasuede Super Spy dress- XS/S

4) Bright Yellow Day- Beautiful 50s Sheer Plaid Dress with belt- xs

Fa Fa Fa FAsHiON WeeK!!

2010-09-09T12:06:00.000-07:00

So it is another year, and all the chaos begins again- what is known as fashion week. When all of the designers debut their looks for the next season (spring 2011) and we get a little taste of what will be the future of fashion. To most, it is difficult to divulge in spring looks when fall is barely there, lusting for things that will only be available in months to come.

I love to keep track of new looks, see what trends are emerging and which ones are dying. It helps me to shop wisely. This year I would like to integrate spring and fall with key trends that interlock with one another so that fashion week won't be so irrelevant to the average Jane.

So, here we go- The first trend that I see transcending seasons is the pleated skirt.

FALL 2010

ADAM fall 2010

Cacharel Fall 2010

SPRING 2011

Organic by John Patrick- Spring 2011

(Photos via style.com)

Need One Now? Check out what we have in store.... (P.s. More to Come!!!)

1) 60s Saks Fifth Ave Pleated Wool Skirt

2) You've Got the Love- Black Pleated Mini Skirt

3) Marilyn Monroe- VTG white accordion pleated skirt- S

4) Lone Accordion- Simply Classic Red Accordion Skirt- xs/s

This song makes me Happy :)

2010-08-31T09:43:00.000-07:00

I LOVE this song (Home) by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, who doesn't? It's a pretty fantastic song. I adore the vintage-y video effects and the clothing choices in this video. Have a happy Tuesday!!

Style Icon- Faye Dunaway in Bonnie and Clyde

2010-08-27T16:19:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous and talented, this woman doesn't just have great style she has major talent. Her role in The Network won her an academy award (it's a really good movie) and she also played an exceptional Bonnie in the 1967 classic Bonnie and Clyde. Her outfits are amazing, so modern and fresh!

Too Cool for School- Etsy Shopping Guide

2010-08-25T11:48:00.000-07:00

Fall Day Outfit-
Famous Fall textures: Brown Leather, Stripes, Fur and a little lace

Vintage Dooney and Bourke Brown On Brown AWL Doctors Bag Handbag Satchel Shoulder

by shoplikeyoumeanit

Messy Bow and Rhinestone Headband

by BeSomethingNew

by Starzstylista

FABULOUS 1970s Brown and Off White Striped Mini Dress SM

by SassySisterVintage

Vintage Brown Leather Ladies Fringe Oxford Flats by Hush Puppies Size 6 1/2

by JLVintage

Hot Fall Nights-

Party Fab in Sequins and Thigh High Boots

De-constructed Vintage Party Dress

at thetrashyvictorian

Vintage 70s Over the knee Thigh High leather boots Size 8.5

by sweetrocket99

For the Love of Fall

2010-08-20T11:16:00.000-07:00

Inspiration pieces for fall outfits.

1) Shearling Bomber by Burberry

2) Sheer Peated Skirt by Acne

3) Camel Coat by Carven

4) Leather Dress by Frank Tell

5) Fur Coat by Theory

6) Leopard Faux Fur vest

7) Black Leather Trench by The Row

8) Marc Jacobs

(photos via style.com)

Interior Love- Emily Henderson

2010-08-19T11:14:00.000-07:00

I love clothes and I love interiors! So when I heard Design Star contestant Emily Henderson's show idea (combining personal fashion with interior design) I thought it was brilliant! Then I saw the sunroom that she designed for the last episode and fell in love with her even more! I really hope that she wins! The final episode airs this Sunday @ 10pm on HGTV. Good Luck Emily!

This week Apartment Therapy gives up a look into the Star's L.A. diggs. As beautiful as her TV designs and definitely lustworthy, her space really inspires! That velvet couch? Amazing! This place is a juxtaposition of many cool, well designed things. Enjoy!!

Top 5 Thrifting Tips

2010-08-18T10:25:00.000-07:00

I LOVE thrifting! It's fun, inexpensive and you can find the most awesome and unique things along with peace of mind that you won't see anyone else with the same exact thing. In a time of corporate vintage copycats it's great to know that what you have is most definitely one of a kind. The cool factor doesn't end there, thrifting is green, which adds bonus cool points to your coolness.

Thrifting can be overwhelming- racks and racks of endless clothing, endless possibilities. To make sure you get something that you really want and love you must first have a game plan. Here are some great tips to help your next trip go from stressful to successful.

1) Wear Something Yawn Worthy- The less interesting you look, the less interested people will be in what you're looking at. It sucks to have someone following you around inspecting what you put down- sometimes you want to go back and look at that same thing. My favorite outfit- Super basic jeans and a tee.

2) Go in With a Solid Plan- So you want to find a shirt? Start in the tops section. It's the best way to go in, otherwise you may loose your focus. Start at one spot and work your way around.

3) You Don't Have to Look Through EVERYTHING! - The best way is to slowly visually inspect what's on the racks- if there is a color, pattern or cut that you love pick it up and inspect it. This is the best way to find the coolest things!

4) Check for fit- Try things on, just to make sure they fit- it's the best way to make sure you don't waste your cash. Better safe than sorry.

5) Closely inspect your picks- So you've found your ideal top- you love the color and fit. Now you want to make sure there are no fatal flaws. Check for stains, rips and missing buttons or zippers. No flaws? Sweet! you have just purchased your favorite new (used) top!

Happy Thrifting!!

(photos via www.bonvivantonline.com, blissfullydomestic.com)

Mercinary Clothing Look Book Collaboration

2010-08-16T12:35:00.000-07:00

Aside from running the Salon Mystique vintage shop, I am also a hairstylist and makeup artist. I have long ago given up working in a salon for a variety of reasons (including nasty chemicals) instead of working behind the chair, I really love using my talents for styling hair and make up for photo shoots. It's so rewarding to see some amazing final images in front of you.

The last shoot I worked on was for a small clothing line out of LA called Mercinary. It's only a sneak peek of the entire lookbook, but I love it nonetheless. Mercinary has really cute, ultra fantastic clothes and I was so happy to take part in a great project with amazing people. More to come soon!

(images by Josh Argyle)

Who doesn't love Alexa chung?

2010-08-13T10:55:00.000-07:00

(images via Marie Claire, Google image search)

Probably the coolest hair salon

2010-08-05T10:28:00.000-07:00

This salon is co owned by Johanna Fateman of Le Tigre called Seagull looks like it would be an amazing place to check out and just be. As a former in salon hairstylist, this place seems like so much fun to work, next time I'm in NYC, I think I have to get my hair done here!! Watch this:

(video via current.com)

It's Chanel, it's hot

2010-07-30T09:49:00.000-07:00

This hilarious video features Joe from Elle magazine as he rocks the Chanel fur snowsuit from the fall 2010 collection. In the middle of summer.

SF love

2010-07-29T10:20:00.000-07:00

I took a trip to SF last year and just found some pics. Here they are, enjoy!

Flash forward to fall

2010-07-28T12:02:00.000-07:00

Yes, summer is a little more than halfway over which means that it is the perfect time to start thinking about fall wardrobes. Pretty soon it will be time for back to school, it's a great time to mix fall and summer clothes as more fall inspired pieces hit the stores. Here is a recap of some great looks from fall 2010.

ADAM

Balmain

Burberry

Christain Dior

Givenchy

Isabel Marant

J. Crew

Oscar de la Renta

Peter Som

Rachel Comey

Ralph Lauren

Salvatore Ferragamo

Tibi

Victoria Beckham

Marvelous Marilyn Monroe

2010-07-26T10:42:00.000-07:00

She's charming, she's sexy and she gets what she wants. This platinum blonde stays on the sultry side of style. After watching many Marilyn movies last week I was enthralled by the scenes and styles that are featured in each movie. Here it is, a style ode to Marilyn!

Locker Love- part 2

2010-07-19T13:22:00.000-07:00

In this blog post I expressed my love for the locker as a storage unit. After looking and looking we found a locker that we really love. Although it hasn't been hard to find a locker unit, it has been hard to find the ideal one. This weekend we went to a shop in Hollywood called Rehab Vintage, it had an amazing mix of refinished industrial metal kind of pieces. This weekend we bought a vintage refinished file cabinet, it's soooo cool!

We talked to the owner of Rehab Vintage and said that he'd search out the perfect piece from his sources. Super Exciting!! In only a matter of time we will have the storage that we've always wanted! yay! I'll give you a photo update when we get the piece!

Our ideal locker unit:

Our new 2 drawer file cabinet looks like these, only smaller

Other cool items that Rehab Vintage carries:

I would really love one of these for the office- they can customize it!

LOVE: Emilio Pucci Resort 2011

2010-07-16T13:04:00.000-07:00

This collection was based on paparazzi shots of jetsetters in the 70's, it has a perfect laid back kind of feel. I am really loving the blazer and shorts combination, a cool look for summer!

Emilio Pucci- Resort 2011

(images via style.com)

Interior Love- DIY taxi pillow

2010-07-15T10:19:00.000-07:00

Ever since I saw this post about taxi pillows I have wanted one for myself but the ones that I've seen in stores/online haven't been quite right. So when I found this DIY tutorial this morning via Design Sponge I was ecstatic! Finally, a taxi pillow that will look just right in my place!

Here are a few shots of their finished project and some of my favorite taxi pillows

Check out the full tutorial here

Design Sponge's finished pillows

Other favorite Taxi pillows

Rock + Couture = Red Lips at Chanel

2010-07-14T11:29:00.000-07:00

Salon Mystique Makeover!

2010-07-13T11:04:00.000-07:00

Friends, Fans and Faithful followers, you may have noticed that the Etsy shop looks a tad different. Right now we're in the process of a giant whole store digital remodel. All of our first photos are Polaroids, and we are also making it easier to shop by creating crisper and clearer pictures. Overall the goal is to make the shop tons more fun! Also in the works is a brand new web site.

New vintage items coming soon, so stay tuned!

Glam- Wrap around dress

Just Peachy-Silk Skirt

The Rene- 90s grunge dress

Oxford Comma- applique tank top

Kate- Indigo Jumpsuit

Lou Dillion is Stylin'

2010-07-09T12:03:00.000-07:00

She has the perfect fringe and most amazing style.

Margot Tenenbaum

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She wears polo dresses under a huge fur (or faux fur) jacket, she has the perfect bob with perfectly unperfect matching smudged makeup, she's been smoking for years but she hides it so well that neither her husband or family know about it, she's secretly in love. Uber Cool, tortured artist- She's Margot Tenenbaum!

Royal Tenenbaums T shirt available at: Waterloo

Lounging

2010-07-06T13:07:00.000-07:00

I fell off the grid for a while and wow! what a long week it's been! My birthday started a week long celebratory party, followed by the 4th of July. Now it's time to settle back into the swing of things; I am glad because sometimes it takes some time off to want to jump back into it all!

This post is dedicated to those who may have partied too much and need to feel comfortable yet stylish.

For the Love of Ties! Tying the Tie Knot

2010-06-25T10:36:00.000-07:00

Que the photo montage of fashionable women in ties:

Classic, Cool Military look. Somehow so fresh and modern

Annie Hall/ Kate Moss show some tie love

The infamous skinny tie!

The controversial nude Jen GQ cover, includes a tie!

Gwen includes ties on occasion

Well, how do you tie a tie anyway????

Meet Matt, he really likes ties- scratch that- he LOVES ties, so much in fact that he has a dedicated a whole blog entirely to ties! (pun intended) Tiepedia has all the tie information that anyone would ever want: everything from celebs who wear ties to how to tie a tie. In this post we learn the art of tying a classic half Windsor knot.

Who knew it could be so easy! Classic, fun and super chic ties can be worn the traditional way (around the neck) or they can make a fun accessory to any outfit- head scarfs, belts.

Have a tietastic day!
(photos via skinny-neckties.com, dnaindia.com, cinestatic.com, tiesplanet.blogspot.com, girldir.com)

Party Solutions- DIY wishing tree

2010-06-23T13:31:00.000-07:00

Ahh, alas summer is here! It's the season of dads (yeah, that was last week) grads, weddings, babies and birthdays. Occasions that call for parties! yay! If you got stuck with party planning, (or just love to plan parties) here is a cute, unique and cheap memento that you can put together easily. It's a beautiful centerpiece made with Manzanita branches where guests can hang tags which they have written their best wishes for guest of honor.

It's more creative than a guest book and after the party, the tags can be removed and placed in a scrapbook! Easy, beautiful way to impress the guest of honor and all of their friends! It's a win, win!

Wishing Tree Etsy Shopping guide:

Wire baskets

Silver or Gold?

Mid-century Modern silver-plated round vintage wire basket or fruit bowl, Gorham

By highstreetmarket

Vintage Wire Bowl

By retroology

Tree Tags
Find some fabulous tags for any occasion!

1) Hearts: Perfect for a wedding, shower or birthday party

HEART FLOURISH CIRCLE TAGS with LADDER FIBRE- Set of 8

By pacokeco

2) Sophisticated Custom Tags for any fancy occasion

ELEGANT PERSONALISED FAVOUR TAGS Set of 20

By ditzycreations

3) Perfect Tags for a sunny summer party

Citrus Summer Tags- Set of 24
By ThePaperPlace

4) Fun and funny, perfect for a guy or your most sarcastic friend's wish tree

Drunken Tags

By farouche

5) For your friend who likes the finer things in life:

6 CLASSIC TIFFANY GIFT TAGS / INVITATIONS / PLACE SETTINGS

By creationsbyminda

Cheers! Have a great time at the party while the compliments roll in!!

(wishtree via apartment therapy)

Street Style- Current Lookbook looks

2010-06-22T09:56:00.000-07:00

Lace and floral love :)

3 things....

2010-06-21T10:18:00.000-07:00

Top 3 things right now that completely inspire me:

1) Bobby D.

2) Fringe and Freja

(love her <3)

3-D inspired design

(love pavement <3)

90's Movie Love: Mallrats

2010-06-18T11:00:00.000-07:00

"Hell hath no fury like a woman's scorn for Sega."

This movie is brilliant! There are tons of cute style cues in this flick depicting the perfect 90's grunge type looks. On the girls you can find many mini hemlines, crop tops, knee high socks and of course a multitude of floral print dresses. It really is a must watch for anyone who loves 90's nostalgia.

Sizzling Runway Style- Vena Cava Resort 2011

2010-06-09T18:54:00.000-07:00

Fell head over heels in LOVE with this collection! It is the perfect mix of everything a girl would want for the summer: perfect shorts, cute summer dress, crochet tops and for the lovers of bold fashion, yes there is a jumpsuit! My next few vintage hunts I will be inspired with these images in mind, thank you Vena Cava!

Vena Cava Resort 2011

Storyboard- Salon Mystique's Summer 2010 collection inspiration

2010-06-06T13:49:00.000-07:00

Just finished up a shoot last week for our summer 2010 Beautiful Boho collection and the photos look amazing!! Here are some of the easy, breezy photos that inspired the final outcome of our look book!

Interior Notes: Locker Love

2010-06-03T14:34:00.000-07:00

It's been about 2 months since we moved into our awesome loft! It's really an inspiring, amazing place to be. Although all of our stuff is in this new space some of it doesn't have a proper place to be due to the lack of closet space, so it sits there until we find the perfect storage piece. My ideal find would have to be an industrial style locker. I love the mix of industrial elements in a modern environment.

The initial inspiration for the love of all things locker came from a visit to an incredible furniture store in Culver City called H.D. Buttercup. If you live in the L.A. area and happen to love interior design, you MUST visit this place! It seriously houses all genres of interior style under one roof, there is something for everyone!

Here are some great photos that share love of locker:

...and if you don't want to go full locker, but like an industrial detail you can add some vintage locker baskets and or tags to any decor. Here are some great Etsy finds:

Vintage Locker Basket

by NewDominionBlues

Mad Mike's Funky Keys Lot Of Five Collection Number Twelve
by SurrenderDorothy

Vintage Brass Number Hotel Door Number Locker Number Steampunk ZNE Jewelry
by timepassages

Steel Wire Locker Basket

by FrenchByDesign

Mighty Boosh Fashion Ques

2010-06-01T13:14:00.000-07:00

One of my top favorite shows of all time has to be The Mighty Boosh. It is similar to Flight of the Conchords being that every episode has some sort of song that is relevant to the story line, the main difference is that the Boosh stories are mostly fantasy adventures. It is hilarious and a must see for those who are big fans of dry, quirky British humor.

The two main characters, Vince Nior and Howard Moon are the perfect foils. Vince is a dedicated follower of fashion, is super trendy, quite fickle when it comes to keeping one style and is sometimes referred to as the sunshine kid. Howard, on the other hand is the darker one, is a poet and a writer, loves jazz and when it comes to fashion, likes to keep it plain and simple.

Mighty Boosh Fashion Favorites:

Awesome DIY projects from around the web

2010-05-25T10:27:00.000-07:00

Finding DIY step by steps is one of my favorite things to do! Actually, I like it so much that I have a loooong list of projects that I have been saving up for ages that look amazing. Creating things yourself instead of just going out and buying them is so rewarding because the projects, made by your own hands, can be adjusted to however you would like them to be: plain or unique. I'm thinking about doing a weekly series on cool DIY tutorials on the internets...

Feeling ambitious? Here are a few projects that would be super fun to try. I'll keep you posted if I make any of them.

Leather Wrap Belt

Perfect for summer to wrap around a cute, flowy, boho dress

Tutorial found at ...Love Maegan

Faux Fur Vest

a great topper for any outfit!!

Tutorial found at P.S. - I Made This...

Alexander Wang Inspired Studded Bag

Looks super cool, love the studs!!

Tutorial found at Park and Cube

VTG shopping guide: Beautiful Boho Summer Style

2010-05-24T17:20:00.000-07:00

So, summer finally feels like it's upon us, time to get your styling sun dresses out of storage! Lately I've been digging fabulous boho gypsy styles that are so perfect and carefree for this time of year. Right now I'm really loving floral prints etc. on sheer fabric with a breezy loose fit and REALLY want a crochet monokini!!! Tomorrow I am shooting some really great boho items for my shop, which I should be posting within the week, stay tuned my friends!

Here are some of my favorite boho finds on Etsy right now:

vintage 70s FLORAL SEMI SHEER DRESS. s/m

Available at sheHEARTSvintage

70s red and white chevron stripe full skirt sundress

Available at squashblossomvintage

Adorable Floral Romper

Available at HuckleberryVintage

Psychic City- Beautiful Blue Hippie Boho Top- S/M/L

Available at Salon Mystique

50s Map Print Skirt Size XSmall (Altered)

Available at RetroFix

pastel pretty LILAC floral BABYDOLL dress

Available at smittenclothing

Vintage 1970s Black Boho Mini Dress M

Available at futureperfektvintage

I am soooooo in love with this:

Brown pineapple - crocheted swim suit

Available at swimmingsuit

60's French Cinema Style

2010-05-20T12:48:00.000-07:00

Tres chic!

Lately I have been loving any movie that references 60's style (love: mini skirts, mini dresses, eyeliner and plump hair) and it's no secret that it is my all time favorite fashion era. The 60's were a good mix of naive and naughty both in cultural affairs and style.

The two most recent 60's french films that I've watched are Une Femme est une Femme (A Woman is a Woman) with Ana Karina and Masculin Feminin which has a little cameo by the ever beautiful Bridgette Bardot. Both are really great movies for style reference (I prefer Masculin Feminin’s story line) and a sneak peek into the life and times of the French youth in that era. I definitely recommend both!

Here are some Screen shots from each of the movies:

Masculin Feminin

Une Femme est une Femme

Downtown LA

2010-05-16T12:50:00.000-07:00

This short video that shows off a little slice of the aesthetics downtown LA has to offer. It's a little rough around the edges but beautiful nonetheless!

A Day with the 7D from Aaron Gambel on Vimeo.

Favorite Looks on LOOKBOOK

2010-05-14T11:49:00.000-07:00

I love LOOKBOOK.nu! It's the perfect place to find wardrobe inspiration when you need it most! People from all over the world submit pics of their personal style and daily outfits. There are some super creative people with amazing outfits, it's a great place to find fresh ideas.

Here are some of our picks:

Great combination of some classic pieces

Lace top and cutoff shorts- love!

Perfect Simple Floral Dress

Jeans + silky top

Camel + White = a fashion win!

Remember Now- A short film by Karl Lagerfeld

2010-05-12T13:10:00.000-07:00

This short movie is total eye candy- the hair, the make up, the clothes and the color palate. Simply Beautiful!

Remember Now Part 1

Remember Now- Part 2 (starts at the 2 min mark)

VTG shopping guide: Aztec Love

2010-05-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

If summer is not the perfect time of year to wear bright colors and funky patterns, I don't know what is! Lately I've been loving native-inspired prints, I love how all the colors dance together to form a beautiful mosaic of colors. These care-free prints are so easy and perfect to wear during the summer. Here are my favorite Etsy finds!

Aztec Love

Aztec Print - Vintage 80s Body Con Dress

available at sabrosavintage

Draped Vintage AZTEC PRINT Dress

Available at IKAHN

thirsty and miserable vintage ethnic print full skirt s m l

available at persephonevintage

Vintage southwestern print mini Medium

Available at PrettyRaccoon

Vintage Ethnic Mini Dress M L

Available at santokivintage

Psychedelic Trip- Red and Purple Butterfly Sleeved Caftan- S M L

Available at Salon Mystique

Fantastic Fabulous Fashion @ The Met Ball

2010-05-06T12:55:00.000-07:00

Every year that passes brings on another Met Ball, a lovely (and in some cases, not so lovely) fashion feast for the eyes. This is a lot different than most red carpet events because it gravitates around fashion therefore pushing the celebs to be more fashion forward than classically pretty.

I have been feeling under the weather this week, it must be from working so hard during my move. Sometimes I have to remind myself that I can't do everything. Looking through these photos made me feel a little better as I imagined myself at the ball socializing with a champagne glass in hand. Gotta Love the Glamour!

Anyway, here are my favorite outfit picks. Enjoy!

Chloë Sevigny

Chanel Iman

Jessica Stam

Alexa Chung

Kirsten Dunst

Emma Roberts

Zoe Kravitz

Kristen Bell

(photos via Just Jared)

LOVE- Patti Smith!

2010-04-28T10:52:00.000-07:00

To put in words how much I am intrigued by Patti Smith is really challenging to say the least. I guess that I would say that I am mystified by her; someone who fearlessly dares to be different. She inspires me in so many ways, from fashion to poetry always fresh, always reinventing herself.

While moving I came across an Issue of LA Weekly that I had saved with a 3 page Article entitled "Dreams of Life and Death, Looking Back With Patti Smith" that chronicles parts of her new book "Just Kids" that is a memoir to her friend, lover and confidante Robert Maplethorpe. Needless to say, this book is on my list.

Here are some pics and some quotes from the article:

Patti and Robert

"Harry(Smith) and Robert were the first people who had me sing to them, Harry would say something that would embarrass me then, but now I like it: 'You are quite the chanteuse' "

"I was a bad girl trying to be good and her was a good boy trying to be bad, he was an artist and he knew it"

The Rock Goddess

Words about being a music critic: "Criticism is kind of a funny word, because I never wrote anything bad, I only wrote about things that I liked. I thought that a critic was there to open people's eyes, not criticize."

"I have always studied classical literature, classical music. We were modern kids thrown into a modern era, but I was quite a romantic and Robert had a real sense of the importance of history. To be a great artist, I believe, is to understand the importance of history and assimilate it but then do something new"

VTG Shopping Guide- MCM Vintage Home Accessories

2010-04-23T10:54:00.000-07:00

Finally moved in! Now to add the last little touches... accessories!

A quick and easy way to update or change up your interior is to add new or different accessories. The best things about vintage home wares is the low impact they have on the environment and the fact that each piece is unique and you won't find it at a chain store or anything like that. Of course, one my favorite design periods is the mid century era. I have scoured Etsy for the coolest vintage MCM accessories around. Enjoy!

Found Around the House - Misc.Vintage Awesomeness

Vintage table lamp - metal - glass ball - gold tone - mid century

available at moxiethrift

when jack kerouac was sweating over the keys, he kept cool with one of these

available at undeadtrash

vintage FUNCTION AND ART wooden shelf

available at FromGraytoGold

Only Time will Tell- The Coolest Clocks

Vintage Eames Era Howard Miller Wall Clock

available at thevintagesupplyco

Vintage Yellow Clock

available at bettysvintagepearls

GLOBE perpetual calendar

available at littlebyrdvintage

Basket Case- Wicked Wire Baskets

mid century gold Italian wire nesting bowls

available at kikimacey

Silver Plated Square Basket

available at findingfabulous

Vintage Silver Wire Scalloped Basket

available at ThisOldHouseDress

Quaint and Quirky- Cool, Unique Decor

LARGE Sculptural Jack

available at sweetshorn

US Mail / Air Mail Organizer

available at hutchvintage

Talk to the hand....porcelain glove mold

available at southrosewindow

Moving

2010-04-21T12:15:00.000-07:00

My guy and I have been in the process of moving for about a week. Luckily we are just about done, which is great! Now all we have to do is unpack, that will be a lot more fun than packing ; ) I am excited to share some pictures when everything is set up and put in it's place.

This week I am planning to do a mid century modern home shopping guide in celebration of our new place.

For now, here is a "box" inspired shoot, if only moving were really this glamorous!

Ok, now I'm exhausted!
(images via fashion gone rouge)

Weekend Getaway: Joshua Tree & the wild wild west

2010-04-13T12:35:00.000-07:00

This weekend I was lucky enough to get out of town for a few days. It was so nice to have a change of scenery and go somewhere that is so quiet and serene. I realized that I really love the desert, more specifically Joshua Tree. There is something that is majestic about those trees.

It doesn't surprise me that numerous famous bands have gone out there for inspiration. I suppose the most famous would be U2 since they named a complete album after this place but there have been tons more such as the Rolling Stones and Gram Parsons. I'm sure that there are far more bands that have used Joshua Tree's natural splendor as inspiration.

All of the vintage Stones photos are from one of my most favorite blogs of all time: Diet Coke and Sympathy which is dedicated mostly to the great Stones muses Anita Pallenberg and Marianne Faithful. Check it out!

Keith Richards in Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree in the Spring

Keith Richards photos via Diet Coke and Sympathy
Joshua Tree Photos Shot by me

Falling Down the Staircase

2010-04-12T14:07:00.000-07:00

Hope everyone had a great weekend! Here are some beautiful inspiration pictures that I found recently and wanted to share. I really love the angles that the model and staircase create, it's absolutely gorgeous! I would love to do a shoot like this sometime, maybe in the future : )

I added some new stuff to the shop today, feel free to check it out!

(images via fashion gone rouge)

I like The Like

2010-04-08T13:47:00.000-07:00

A super cool video that Gia Coppola shot for Zac Pozen featuring the rockin' rad band The Like. I love the vintage vibe, the music is good and the clothes are amazing!

Be sure to check out the new Haute Hippie collection at Salon Mystique

Feeling Frustrated

2010-04-06T16:12:00.000-07:00

The Rolling Stones put it perfectly when they sang "You can't always get what you want", it's life and it happens occasionally to everyone, I guess right now is one of those times for me. Why, you ask? Well first off it's taking longer than expected to move into the new place and secondly, getting the new inventory photos for The Salon Mystique VTG Shop is being delayed. My apologies to all of my faithful followers, new stuff will be up soon, I promise : )

So I found some great editorials that captured the essence of feeling frustrated. I also listened to the song Fortress by Pinback and now I'm am feeling a lot less frustrated. It always pays off to take frustration and funnel it into a form of creativity. Enjoy!

(photos via fashion gone rouge)

and here's Fortress by Pinback:

Hey Ho, Let's Go! An ode to The Ramones

2010-04-05T16:54:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I was waiting for my boyfriend to get ready (funny, right?) when suddenly this song understandably gets stuck in my head. It got me thinking about how much the Ramones influence my personal style throughout the years.

I must admit that I have always been a fan and back in the day I would more often thank not rock some version of ripped jeans, sneakers and a pair of Converse but now-a-days my style mostly centers around a leather jacket. Getting this classic song stuck in my head reminded me of the Ramones box set that I owned in High School and how I would listen to The Ramones when I was getting ready for school, but I digress...

Here is an ode to The Ramones and their impeccable and influential style.

I Wanna Live - The Ramones from Blaz Karlin on Vimeo.