Fl + ip = Linen Jackets for Spring and Photos by Fancy Riot

In this photo by Lindsay Heuer of Fancy Riot: Game of Thrones Arya Capelet Silk and Linen Jacket

Spring + Linen = Cute Outfits that KEEP you COOL

Linen, is one of those fabrics that make the warming weather seem that much cooler. And not just in a fashion sense, but in a practical sense linen actually keeps you cooler. I have recently made a series of pieces for my Etsy shop that are made primarily of linen. While I love the look of the textile I was always worried about it wrinkling too much to work into a small collection. I was however, pleasantly surprised by the look and wearability of the fabric in the garments I ended up using it in. 

Oh Suzanna Black and White Striped Party Dress


Here are a few tips for caring for linen and keeping it wrinkle free: 

1 - Keep the garments hanging in between wears. As soon as you receive or purchase something with linen in it, hang it up. 
2 - If your linen garment gets wrinkly you can either iron it on a high setting with steam or steam it out, although this takes a bit longer. If you don't have a steamer you can always hang garments in your bathroom when you take a hot shower. Make sure that the garments aren't too close to the water, or don't get too wet. 
3 - Dry clean your linen pieces. Not only will this keep the linen from becoming unbearably wrinkly as it would from hand washing (after which you'll spend far too much time with an iron) but it will leave your garment perfectly pressed and will stay wrinkle free longer. 

And here are a few of my linen pieces that are all available on my Etsy shop! 

Blue Skies Blue Linen Party Dress 

Baby Blues Linen Crop Top and the Baby Blues Linen Skirt

Grass is Greener Striped Silk and Linen Party Dress

Down to Earth Sleeveless Crop Top

Dainty Darlin' Silk and Linen Engagement Dress

Arya Game of Thrones Capelet Silk and Linen Jacket

 

Crop Me In Linen Crop Top 

And last but certainly not least the Fiamma Red Silk Maxi Dress has a sexy low back in linen. 

Lookbook Photographs by Matt Mueller for Sublimegraphic 

So You Have a Sweet Tooth?

Sweet Tooth Spring 2013 

by 

Siobhan Barrett

Photographed by Matthias Mueller for Sublimegraphic

Model: Jaqueline Herbert

Vin + tage = Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Polyester Vintage Dress

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Polyester Vintage Dress

When you make a wish upon a star that your favorite dress falls into your hands it'll be the Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Polyester Vintage Dress. This dress is in fantastic/excellent condition. 

There are bust darks for easy fitting and an angeled waistband to match the points of the stars on the skirt. There is a center back zipper closure. Approximately a size M (this dress will not be hard to get altered to be smaller). Bust 36". Waist 34". HIp 40". Length (from top of the shoulder to hem) 37". Dress is not lined but has facing around neckline/arms/hem.

 

Vin + tage = Check Mate Red and White Polyester Day Dress

"Go red go red, laugh white."- Gertrude Stein, Tender Buttons

A spectacular specimen of vintage day dresses, the Check Mate Red and White Polyester Day Dress is a winner, always. It's $35.00 what could be better bang for your buck. 

Imagine a picnic. Laughing, green grass, good food... and you're wearing this dress. 

This is a vintage polyester shift dress with a slight A line shape. It is in excellent condition and there are two adorable pockets on the front of the dress. There are bust darts and a center back zipper closure. The dress is not lined but there is neck/arm facings. Bust 38". Waist 40". Hip 40". Length 35".

Week + Warrior = How to Layer Like a Pro

Here is a step by step on how to layer, Siobhan style, like a pro. 

Now imagine black tights and boots with a draped sweater or leather jacket and you're set for winter as well as a cute fall/late summer outfit. 

Sooooo what do you combine to get this combo? 

1. Sling Shot Black Denim Vest $25

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2. Breathe Easy Over Sized Grey Top $30

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3. House Florent Black High Waisted Lace Shorts $35

= $90 for THIS fantastic layered like a pro outfit.