Aerie Swim Review & Try-On (size large)

Trying to find the perfect swimsuit is an adventure in frustration that can absolutely mess with your self esteem. Sizes that vary greatly from brand to brand, styles that are impossible to put on, fitting …

Thrifty Celeb Copycat: So Much Madonna!

I’ve already recreated three fab looks of this most iconic singer, so why not add a fourth to create a quartet of quirky style? Check out all of my Material Girl looks + all of …

Thrifty Celeb Copycat: Nicole Kidman

 Nicole Kidman has been in the public eye for decades and has always managed to appear genuine without giving away too much of her privacy. She not only completely immerses herself in the characters …

4 easy fixes for broken jewellery

I recently scored a big vintage box of retro accessories online: It was absolutely overflowing with fab treasures! Unfortunately more than few of the items were in less than stellar condition, fortunately my 4 easy …

How To Paint Shoes (that last)

I’ve painted & refashioned more than a few pairs of shoes (& boots) over the years and although not all of them have endured multiple wearings these particular polka dot beauties continue to look awesome …

Vintage Dress to Top – a double refashion tutorial

Remember this oldie but goodie tutorial from 2014? I rediscovered that lovely silk frock in my vintage dress collection & decided to update it again: Check out how I refashioned a refashion and transformed it …