Well, friends, the Holiday season is upon us! Here at the BFS studio we are in full-swing with Christmas preparations, both for the blog & singing. We still have 5 more venues to sing at before we are done for the year (al.most.there.), and today we have 2 photo-shoots, one already done, and the other a project of 3 combined photo-shoots. Whew. Sorry for the low-down on our schedule ;) I guess it just feels good to let out a little steam at somebody other than your two best friends (i.e – sisters)... who are also experiencing it. :D Now, to talk about polaroid cameras and uniforms!
I would like you to meet my old friend (and only old in the sense of the manufacture date): Polaroid Land Camera Model 80. I picked up this new edition to my (small. Very small.) vintage camera collection at a garage sale this past Summer for $5, and have been unable to pay any of the much needed TLC it deserves. Perhaps, when I have the bug-bite of a fixer-upper, I will finally get around to paying it the ol' spit-and-polish, but until then, the ancient rust spots adorn its well-worn body quite gracefully. :)
I was greatly saddened to find out that this new (old) treasure of mine could not work, because it's film type is no longer manufactured. Sigh. My hopes of possibly (finally) owning a functional polaroid camera were once again dashed on the bricks of monetary lack. It does earn its keep, however, by sitting quite impressively on my bookshelf, boldly proclaiming to all who enter that I am a photograph geek... Ok, not really... but you get the picture ;)
Shirt: Boden via thredUP // Trousers: Me-Made // Beret: Forever 21 (old)
Necklace: Gift (ModCloth) // Belt: Target
Now let's talk winter uniforms! I have been finding myself reaching for my 1940s pants (of which I have 3 pairs now: 2 printed, 1 solid) again and again, not only because of their immense warmth and comfort, but also because they are SO flattering, easy to style, and cover up any wonky stockings or leggings I might be sporting underneath.. heheh... Ugly sports socks anyone (see the GIF below for more on that topic)?
Anyhow, I am thinking about making myself another pair made out of wool suiting, or perhaps a bright twill (like Casey's flawless pair). Ideas, ideas... :D
Above my ever-so-practical trousers I will adorn a sweet little crew-neck jumper or cardigan, whether it be striped, solid, kelly-green, fair-isle... And that, with a pretty beret or necklace, finishes off my Winter uniform. I may, upon occasion, pair a button-up with my pants, as pictured in this outfit. This particular shirt I am wearing is an absolute favorite. Guess the brand! Boden, of course ;) I found this wonder-of-wonders shirt at none other than thredUP, and snatched it up without a second's notice. And folks, this shirt fits like a dream. I can't believe that I don't wear it more often!
Well, I've got to get going! Make-up & set-up needs doing for this afternoon's escapades.
What is your winter uniform?
xoxo,
-Charlotte
CREDITS // Author: Charlotte Boyer; Photography: Brigid Boyer; Photos edited with VSCO Presets
I absolutely LOVE your pants!!! I love 1940's pants so very much and am about to finally make a new pair now that finals are over (YAY). They are definitely a great winter wardrobe staple when its cold out but when you also want to still dress vintage. Most times my winter wardrobe consists of tights, oxford or combat boots, a wool skirt, and a sweater. Winter time is when I tend to look the most 1940's:)
ReplyDeleteOh, I absolutely love the black and white portrait, so gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE those pants! I'm going to have to get that pattern and make some for myself :) The whole outfit is just adorable! My winter uniform is usually a pair of jeans or a skirt with flannel lined leggings and a warm sweater. I have a couple flannel button-downs which are so comfy and warm and I wear those a lot too. I love how you accessorized here also!
ReplyDeleteHi Charlotte!!
ReplyDeleteI love the camera!! It is so cool! I had a couple questions to ask you though.
1. Your photography is amazing and I was wondering if you had any tips. I have relatively recently acquired a DSLR (Canon) and love it but right now I need some inspiration. :)
2. Do you have any suggestions for starting to wear vintage fashion? I am almost 14 and I would love to wear vintage some but I don't really know where to start.
Thank you all so much for blogging, you all inspire me so much. Love Ya'll!!!! :)
Anna Claire
This outfit is beyond amazing. I looked up the brand Boden on ThredUp out of curiosity, and I really like their designs, too! What happens to be the reason for your fondness, if I might ask? Is Boden known for being well-made?
ReplyDeleteMy winter uniform is skirts, skirts, and more skirts. I often joke with people who comment on how I wear so many skirts, that it's just a warm blanket in fashionable disguise for cold weather ;)
That camera!!! I had one nearly identical to it in my hands yesterday! (I believe it is still sitting in the case someplace in the living room.) It was my Granddaddy's and is in mint condition as far as I can tell. It even has the literature with it...
ReplyDeleteAnyway, winter uniform--never gave it a thought. I just put on whatever I feel like. :D
Lovely, Charlotte! :)
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