tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74929959326221271422024-02-22T14:05:15.945+10:00The Carnabetian ArmyLucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.comBlogger201125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-82833790199799453652015-06-24T10:06:00.001+10:002015-06-24T10:06:43.634+10:00Living Reflection of a Dream<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiHl9z9HA7WWxFSpISDyKpqHUEbPRl_sw5x5Drg9ICQ0sKGpVXtNgAvkmQo6vkRg8O9p4vRjhdM6-9acOs0Ev1tmO_Y-fOLv3DsA2a16jNNmtMf9T1R7gM-XCsij8we-AgTHn6AuEkTPCa/s1600/IMG_3781cropppedsd.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="454" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiHl9z9HA7WWxFSpISDyKpqHUEbPRl_sw5x5Drg9ICQ0sKGpVXtNgAvkmQo6vkRg8O9p4vRjhdM6-9acOs0Ev1tmO_Y-fOLv3DsA2a16jNNmtMf9T1R7gM-XCsij8we-AgTHn6AuEkTPCa/s640/IMG_3781cropppedsd.png" width="640" /></a>
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I've resumed my studies after having two months off and quite honestly, though stress will always be present with the work load, I am glad to be back. Things are a little different now. It is strange coming back to the same campus, classrooms and classmates as a changed person. It almost feels like I've gone way back to my days at art school as a school leaver, completely on my own and unknowing of what will come next. For the past few years my future plans had been formed, shaped and set around another person. Before me now lies a blank slate. Like a teen aged <a href="http://thecarnabetianarmy.blogspot.com.au/2015/03/eleanor-rigby.html" target="_blank">Eleanor Rigby</a>, I don't really know what will come next but I do know now that I have the power to make what I like of it.</div>
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I've been trying to keep busy lately. I'm a person that is attached so deeply to their thoughts and so naturally these can consume me from time to time. Keeping myself busy helps me to live in the immediate and focus on what is right in front of me. I've been cooking (those who know me well will understand that this is something trying for me!), giving myself more complex songs to learn on guitar, spending more time with my family and sorting through my possessions. It's been very refreshing and helps to instantly lift the weight off my shoulders when things become too stressful. I'm hoping that focusing on my studies will have the same effect. <br />
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-57936897957040832972015-06-09T18:11:00.001+10:002015-06-09T18:11:38.481+10:00Submerged<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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You may or may not have noticed that I have been completely absent from the blogging world for the past three months. You also may or may not have noticed a particular post that I made on my original <a href="http://thecarnabetianarmy.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">tumblr</a>, The Carnabetian Army, announcing my blogger's 'retirement'. The truth is: things in my life have been very hard lately. And really, it's okay to admit that. </div>
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In my absence I have been submerged. From barely treading water I sank and have been frozen beneath the weight of death, loss and heartbreak. In the depths I have lost clear vision of myself and the world that surrounds me. The person that I used to be seems like a distant echo calling to me from an unknown place and travelling helplessly through the cold. But it is now that I realize that I have a choice here. Do I grasp my way through the water in attempt to seek out the owner of the distant voice? Or do I look to the light and resurface? I think that it is time for me to take a breath.</div>
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As change continues to plague my life, I've been forced to take a look back into the past. I pick up the antique mirror that sits on my vanity, greened with oxidation and tarnished with age, and peer through the fogged glass. I can just see her, only just: a girl that I had once likened to Eleanor Rigby.<br />
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She would always wander alone, be it through the town's empty cemetery on the hill or the long desolate roads of the rural highways; the solitary sound of her heels clicking with each step she took her only company. Often she'd carry a hand drawn map in her hand. She'd clutch it tightly as she ventured far away to new places she'd never been to as if it were some token to guarantee her safety or perhaps more so some chance ticket to a place where the grass would be greener and the sun would shine brighter. In days like these I wish that I had a map of these sorts to lead me through the unknown. But I don't. And so, instead of blindly pursuing a hidden path in the dark I look back to the days of Eleanor Rigby and retrace her steps - hoping again that I may find the greener grass and the brighter sun that I wished for so many years ago. </div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-40775454586504488012015-03-06T10:13:00.000+10:002015-03-07T08:10:14.256+10:00J'adore Adore Me Lingerie<div style="text-align: justify;">
When I was younger lingerie was something that I admittedly had mixed feelings about. I loved the feminine designs, prints and fabrics but I felt that it was something reserved for a specific coterie of people with model worthy measurements and vibrant relationships. Now that I've grown older and have become more comfortable in my own skin I've come to understand how good lingerie can be for body confidence. </div>
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I believe that wearing lingerie should first and foremost be for yourself. When choosing out a set and putting it on you are provided with an opportunity to embrace your femininity and love your body for exactly how it is. It's okay to feel confident about yourself when looking in the mirror and it's okay to wear something that makes you feel fabulous underneath your clothing, whether anyone else see it or not! We all deserve self love. </div>
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For most of my lovely lady readers Spring time is at last on the way. Adore Me have just released their new <a href="http://www.adoreme.com/sexy-lingerie.html" target="_blank">Spring 2015 collection</a> and goodness I really think it is just lovely. The collection is filled with lovely and lacey pastel sets with ornate embroidery and pretty detailing such as satin finishes and lace scalloped edging. I adore the bright colours and romantic designs. It's not often you see happy daisy yellow or mint green lingerie!</div>
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<br />Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-13163070516442070612015-02-24T00:30:00.000+10:002015-02-24T00:30:03.061+10:00Inspired: Pattie Boyd by Traeger<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyjtU-wDQp0z3aes9Ew1bfL2wiwdchtjE7TkJLkmQ05PrANWahOGfEMWZVrUAr-ADXUA4aXVmSgqz5mqJYxwlGom0UpSINTP4ej5hlnMl_GsBeTESMurhm9REzL0Hcwdnl4oHfpMNxVb3M/s1600/7f15236d742629084e772dc4d7333eec.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyjtU-wDQp0z3aes9Ew1bfL2wiwdchtjE7TkJLkmQ05PrANWahOGfEMWZVrUAr-ADXUA4aXVmSgqz5mqJYxwlGom0UpSINTP4ej5hlnMl_GsBeTESMurhm9REzL0Hcwdnl4oHfpMNxVb3M/s1600/7f15236d742629084e772dc4d7333eec.jpg" height="auto" width="640" /></a><br />
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A while ago on the blog I mentioned that I was hoping to start sharing various look books, spreads from the fashion world and work of photographers that inspire me not only style wise but also in the sense of art and design. Though I am no longer studying under this industry I am still passionate about it - always imagining, always keeping my eye out and still often like to sit down once in a while to put my ideas onto paper. </div>
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I've recently been looking over past spreads from Vogue in the 1960's. I thought I'd share this spread of Pattie Boyd photographed by Ronald Traeger. Here she is wearing dresses from Jean Varon and Foale & Tuffin. She looks stunning in this wig and I love how simple the shoot is: just a chair, beautiful clothes and the creativity of model and photographer working together. This spread featured in the April 1965 issue of UK Vogue.</div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-7745416494141886102015-02-19T16:21:00.001+10:002015-02-19T16:21:16.284+10:00One Rainy Wish<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've just completed my first week back. All around me I see familiar faces returning after a long break away and there is a fresh buzz in the air of school leavers and crisp lined pages turning. I think that it is safe to say that I will miss this place when it is time for me to go (though that may still not be for a while yet - I'm contemplating postgraduate studies), and I will also miss the walk to and from my campus. </div>
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February here is the rainy season. The skies darken slightly with low layers of clouds and there is a long awaited verdancy. Yesterday evening's walk home was just delightful. It had been pouring heavily and through the window I could see the force of the rain against the world. I got completely soaked despite being equipped with an umbrella and my shoes would no longer cooperate, so quite simply I walked barefoot. I love walking in the rain, especially during twilight. The world falls silent with only the sound of raindrops upon the surface of empty roads to be heard. There is a vibrancy among all life that is rejuvenating for the soul and to see the soft glow from distant windows and imagining families warm and dry inside is comforting. This is only reinforced by the aromas of hot cooked dinners filling the chilled air, calling to mind memories from my childhood of a gentle urgency to be home in time for tea. I thought I'd share some picture that I took when the rain had momentarily stopped and before it got too dark.<br />
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-51700257616012035092015-02-13T22:53:00.000+10:002015-02-13T22:53:07.935+10:00Love You, Love You<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiS7bh2spOP2cVYJ69t3ANtnxWxv8Q4Q6Ob6mbOYxY3gqYhgFpYLOf7LYyNjEUveE5SnRGZS6sFXA0Dx2wrRhNBNAeMFP9HNV3AQpacaG5hUpAdYJ1bUI8YWbzO8QFLvKU65p56EQK4tQ5/s1600/IMG_2125aaa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiS7bh2spOP2cVYJ69t3ANtnxWxv8Q4Q6Ob6mbOYxY3gqYhgFpYLOf7LYyNjEUveE5SnRGZS6sFXA0Dx2wrRhNBNAeMFP9HNV3AQpacaG5hUpAdYJ1bUI8YWbzO8QFLvKU65p56EQK4tQ5/s1600/IMG_2125aaa.jpg" height="auto" width="640" /></a><br />
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Whichever way you choose to celebrate the day, whether it be having a day out with friends and family, a night in with your sweetheart watching Netflix, or indulging in a bulk load of chocolate and a rose petal bubble bath, I hope that you have a marvelous time and remember to spoil yourselves.<br />
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After almost six months I finally go back to my studies next week. Though times have been rough I am honestly quite glad to be going back. Time off is great but I believe there is such a thing as too much time off. I need structure, regularity and routine. Life has been chaotic as of late. Living back and forth between homes, looking after two very lively younglings and still trying to tame the overflowing wardrobe of mine. I've discovered that my favourites days as of late are those in which I can stick to plans and just get things done. </div>
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Don't quote me on that though. As mercurial as I am I may change my mind mid semester and just want to lie in bed all day with no cares, worries or deadlines. Kind of like '<i>Norris</i>' here who surprised me the other morning upon waking. No, that's not actually her name. Anyone else like to christen their pets (<strike>and perhaps partners</strike>) with ridiculous titles that have no relevance or resemblance to their actual names? I'm notorious for it.<br />
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I had to post a photo of the sky from a not long ago evening here, not just to share with you but also so I don't ever forget it. It was a very quiet day. Not the kind of quiet of hushed voices and dripping taps but the kind that you can feel in the empty spaces around you as if it had its own tangible presence. Things are different now. Plans have changed and we can't control it. We cannot control life. It just happens like water from an endless stream overflowing into a tiny cup that is our time here on Earth. But we can control how we see things, like this evening sky that came, I believe, at a time we needed most: storm clouds forked with lightning and rolling gently in over the mountains. Rain coming to soak into the ground and into our minds.</div>
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I've had a straight cut fringe, or 'bangs', for the most part of my life. I'd consider it my signature style and I feel completely odd on occasions when it must be pinned back or has temporarily grown out. Though I'm not at all in any way, shape or form a hair expert I thought I'd share with you all some of the tips and tricks I've picked up over the years in regards to maintaining a fringe. Some of these may be completely obvious to those of you that too have a fringe but if you are new to them, or thinking about getting one, I hope you find something helpful!</div>
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I find these to be an utmost necessity for having a fringe. I'm sure all of you who have one have experienced an occasion in which you are trying to wash your face, shower, moisturize or apply your makeup and your fringe just completely gets in the way to suffer the wrath of hot water and oily products. Alice bands can work but if your fringe if quite short tendrils of hair can fall out and prove to be disruptive. I find terry cloth bands work well as they are wide, ensuring greater security, and the material is perfect for absorbing chance splashes of water. I myself use an elasticized cloth band over one with velcro for maximum security of my fringe and the fact that the velcro ones can often cause discomfort by clinging to stray hairs. </div>
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Let's face it. Sometimes we are just in too much of a rush to wash our hair and I would never recommend washing your fringe on its own! Dry shampoo is a life saver for hair, especially fringes. Give a quick spritz, fluff up your hair and then brush it out. Voila! I find that a soft bristled brush works best for this. I always keep a can of dry shampoo on my bathroom shelf and take it with me when travelling. Some brands are even available in handy travel sized cans. I find it particularly handy for hot and humid summer days. </div>
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Some days I think it is good to just give your fringe a bit of a break, especially during hot weather. Oils from your forehead can make your fringe quite oily and it's not the best look or feeling. It will also give your forehead a break, espcially if you have problem skin. Alice bands are perfect for this and many cute 'dos can be styled around them. I find that toothed bands work best, with better grip to prevent stray hairs from falling loose. Bobby pins can also work for longer fringes. </div>
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On days when my hair is not as tame as I'd like it to be after a wash, when damp and combed, I like to give my fringe a blast with my hairdryer's 'flat head' attachment. This attachment concentrates the airflow onto a specific area of your hair, enabling a greater amount of control when styling. I blast it directly down from the root the to ends on a warm setting with medium strength, straightening the hair out into place and creating a nice shine. I then go over it with a quick cool setting to set it and then let the rest of my hair dry naturally. This method can also be helpful to tame some cow's licks. </div>
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A good trick to do when your fringe is getting just that little bit longer in between trims is to roll it. This is done when styling your hair for a day or night out. Soft bristled roller brushes work best for this. On dry hair, lift the brush up under your fringe to the root and roll it away from you through the hair. While doing this, blast your hair with a hairdryer on a warm setting with medium strength. Gently brush it out. The results should be a nice and bouncy, slightly shorter fringe.</div>
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I have been trimming my own fringe for years now. Some people are against the idea of trimming your own fringe as if it were taboo but I say do what you feel comfortable with. If you are happy to get it done on a regular basis at a salon, fabulous! But know that you can do it on your own at home with the right equipment and by adhering to certain instructions, saving time and money. Let me say, never, <i><b>never</b></i> use nail or safety scissors when cutting your own hair. Always use a pair of hair cutting shears. These can be bought from various salons or beauty stores. A good tutorial you can watch to learn how to trim your fringe properly can be found <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EArJrHbbFrA" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-68371082589844624202015-01-20T16:51:00.000+10:002015-01-20T16:51:08.943+10:00Biba Love and Dolly Eyes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I don't know about you but for me this dress calls to mind the sultry Biba dollybirds of the late 1960's and early 1970's. Whilst wearing it I can imagine myself lounging across the couch in the shop window of the Biba Kennsington Church Street store. And so, to keep with the aura of the dress, I had to do my Biba style makeup to go with it. I then had loads of fun prancing around and grooving out to the sounds of 1968. What fun! </div>
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A brilliant tutorial to follow to get the Biba girl look is this one <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo3giU_Mjck" target="_blank">here</a> by renowned makeup artist, Lisa Elridge. </div>
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During the 1960's lingerie styles evolved to reflect the changing fashions and attitudes at the time. Designs were glamourized with new fabrics, laces and fastenings and girdles were on the way out, allowing more freedom of movement and more skin to be showed off. Pantyhose and tights became popular and into the later years of the decade we saw the emergence of colourful sets and fabrics printed with fun and youthful designs. </div>
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Being so inspired I thought I'd share with you some of my very favourite fashion photography from the 1960's featuring designer lingerie. You'll see the work of prominent photographers, such as Terence Donovan and John French, various 1960's models and figures, such as Celia Hammond, Marianne Faithfull, Brigitte Bardot and Jill Kennington, and some vintage advertisements for Christian Dior hosiery. </div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-24594203031682242502015-01-07T14:30:00.000+10:002015-01-07T14:30:33.765+10:00New In My Wardrobe<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Above is a pair of silver, spangly shoes from the 1960's. They are in very nice condition, surprisingly very comfortable for a size 5 and 1/2 (I am a 7, would you believe?), and they only cost me $1.50 - neato! This psychedelic mini, also spangly and shimmery and from the 1960's, was bought on a bit of a whim. It is a size too big for me but I could not leave it sitting alone tucked away in between a hoard of cheap children's play costumes in a charity shop. It had to come home with me. I mean who can resist bell sleeves like that?</div>
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This spotty dotty orange mini sits happily in my wardrobe with an air of cheek about it. I found it in a charity shop, however it looked a little different then. Instantly recognizing it as 1960's vintage from the corner of my eye, I pulled it out from the racks and marched straight to the change rooms without looking at it twice. Upon slipping the dress over my head I realized that someone had recently altered it, I imagine for some sort of fancy dress purpose. The buttons had all been undone and the collar folded right down over them and stitched into place. To describe it as revealing would be an understatement. Sneaky me couldn't wait and wanted to see the dress in its former glory. So out came the keys from my purse and snip! I unpicked those nasty stitches.</div>
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I cannot quite remember where the blouse with the gold trimmed ruffles and string bow came from, but I have planned a lot of outfits around this one. Pinafore dresses shall become its new best friend come winter time. The black velvety purse was found for a just few cents in a sale bin up north. It was worth the rummage. </div>
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Here we have a 1970's midi length dress with matching cloth belt and a full circle skirt. With a nice and breathable fabric it should be perfect for this autumn and will look fabulous with a pair of black suede knee high boots. Next to it is this beautiful, ruffly, butter yellow prom dress that is from the 1950's. Too tiny for me but it looks just darling hanging up on the inside door of my wardrobe permanently. </div>
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And lastly, perhaps my favourite of the bunch, a late 1960's Merle Stephen maxi dress. Wearing it makes me feel like a BIBA girl. It calls to mind smokey dolly eyes, big floppy felt hats and glossy black nail polish. Lovely. Hopefully these will all make appearances in outfit posts on the blog sometime soon. I'm a little over the blazing heat and am missing my old dollybird get-up. What's something that you have been missing lately?<br />
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To see more from my vintage wardrobe click <a href="http://thecarnabetianarmy.blogspot.com.au/2014/04/my-vintage-dress-collection.html" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://thecarnabetianarmy.blogspot.com.au/2014/06/taking-vintage-hunting-to-next-level.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-47230018939718587572015-01-01T00:00:00.000+10:002015-01-01T00:00:08.618+10:00Happy New Year<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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2014 has been a real roller coaster ride of a year. Change, change, change. Some for better and some for worse, and some that I never would have dreamed to happen. If there is anything that is inevitable it is change. We never know what life brings us. Some things are out of our control and we can't win every time. A man close to my heart once said "<i>life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans</i>", and I believe this to be true. And so now, instead of formulating a list of must dos and wont dos, I am looking straight ahead into the future with open eyes and an eager mind. I will embrace change to the best of my ability and by doing so I will in turn embrace life. </div>
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I wish you all every happiness for the year ahead and all the hope that you can find within yourselves. </div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-81516902050685013422014-12-24T21:05:00.001+10:002014-12-24T21:14:20.350+10:00Christmas Time is Here Again<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In the words of The Beatles: "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wt7O2s4I5yM" target="_blank">Christmas time is here again</a>". The tree is up, the lights are on and our house is chock-a-block filled with tinsel, Santa Clause ornaments and faux snow. You have to make certain adjustments when your Christmas seasons are steaming hot! (Almost) all the family are here and soon the stockings will be put out and the presents placed in an immense pile under the tree. This time of year I am always thankful to be part of such a huge bunch, siblings and all. Always keep your loved ones close - '<i>war is over, if you want it</i>'.</div>
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Hopefully this new year ahead will bring smoother roads and easier times, and more opportunities to make blogging a frequent thing again of course! I'd like to thank all my lovely readers and blogging friends far and wide for your continued support and undying kindness during this difficult time. It is truly appreciated and I wish you all the happiest of Christmases and New Years. Enjoy the season wherever you are, stay safe and <i><b>stay smiling</b></i>! </div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-37002043918044972372014-12-07T19:44:00.001+10:002014-12-07T19:44:20.892+10:00I'll Take Afternoon Tea<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-82380620502996320092014-11-27T16:23:00.001+10:002014-11-27T16:23:54.098+10:00I've Been Away (There She Goes Again)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
It is quite clear that I've been quite quiet in the blogging world as of the past couple of weeks and I apologize to you, my readers. But I must provide some explanation of my absence and make you aware that, regretfully, a vast series of unfortunate events has occurred. Due to privacy of myself and those involved I will refrain from providing any details of such events other than the fact that there has been a sudden and significant family loss. There is no telling when things will slow down back to a more steady pace and so posting will continue to be staggered and my commenting on my favourite blogs will remain rare. However, I will let you know that I am still trying to keep up to date and I am still lurking about on here even if my presence isn't show!</div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-58597137677442308472014-11-13T14:45:00.001+10:002014-11-13T14:45:05.270+10:00Queen of Hearts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.melshoes.com/" target="_blank">Mel - Dreamed by Melissa</a>, is a Brazilian footwear brand that manufactures jelly shoes in a large variety of styles. The shoes are made from an eco-friendly plastic called Melflex which is 100 percent recyclable as well as vegan friendly. The plastic is also durable, can be easily cleaned and flexible, ensuring the wearer's comfort. This was also one of the things that hooked me in to these lovely things. I do a lot of walking, so I am very appreciative of a good pair of shoes that can substantially support my feet yet still look pretty and liven up my outfits. </div>
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The shoes that I have bought are called<a href="http://www.melpop.com.au/index.php/retail/women/flatties/sandals/fresh-iv.html" target="_blank"> Fresh IV</a>. I love that they are peep-toes. They'll be perfect for when summer comes around with my bright red toe nails peeping through. Another little bonus is that the love hearts are raspberry scented. How sweet! They also come in nude and black, which I'm very tempted to buy as well!</div>
Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com42tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-10119096154017235832014-11-06T18:52:00.000+10:002014-11-06T18:53:36.334+10:00Balanced on the Biggest Wave<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The end of the year approaches so fast. In the shopping centres I can hear the faint sound of all too familiar Christmas carols. I can feel that subtle sense of urgency emitted from others around me as they plan their holidays and gift buying, and the summer cicadas are starting to sound in the late afternoons. The days are long and comprised of heat, haze and humidity. Past experiences dictate that this time of year should be filled with excitement and joyful anticipation. Yet tonight as I hear the dull ache of thunder in the distance I am reminded of the many decisions that I must make before the sands of 2014 run out. </div>
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I've never posted lookbooks here on the blog before, but I simply just couldn't resist the one for Samantha Pleet's Spring/Summer Collection for 2015, especially as the seasons are only just coming on over here in Australia. The chances are that you've probably seen this lookbook already, but if not I hope you find it a real visual treat. I immediately feel in love with the beautiful pastel colour schemes, 60's fringed dolly birds and playful, feminine designs. Perhaps in future more lookbooks that inspire me, such as this one, will be included on the blog.</div>
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Photography: <a href="http://www.amandajas.com/" target="_blank">Amanda Jasnowski</a></div>
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Styling: <a href="http://www.hannahkristinametz.co/" target="_blank">Hannah Kristina Metz</a></div>
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Models: <a href="http://legrandshumba.com/" target="_blank">Alix Brown</a> & Kristin Gallegos</div>
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Makeup: Kristin Gallegos</div>
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Shoes: Wolverine <a href="http://www.wolverine.com/US/en/1000Mile" target="_blank">1000 Mile by Samantha Pleet</a></div>
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Set Design: Patrick Pleet</div>
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Wallpaper: <a href="http://calicowallpaper.com/" target="_blank">Calico Wallpaper</a></div>
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The walls are bare at the moment, and the sun looked so pretty shining through the window in the spare bedroom. So I thought I'd revel in the opportunity of such good lighting to take some snaps one of my favourite dresses at the moment. It is from the brand Revival, by Dangerfield, which incorporates a lot of vintage inspired elements in its designs. You can view the dress <a href="http://shop.dangerfield.com.au/girls/brands/revival/croissants-for-breakfast-season-aw14-from-78-00.html" target="_blank">here</a>. It makes me think of something that Marianne Faithfull or Sylvie Vartan would have worn in the 1960's. Yet, upon wearing it in front of the boy for the first time he could not help but call me "<i><a href="https://www.google.com.au/search?q=madeline&rlz=1C1CHMO_enAU525AU525&es_sm=93&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=VxBOVIbDFsfe8AXw34L4Dg&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ&biw=1366&bih=643" target="_blank">Madeline</a></i>". Who am I kidding though, the dress is called "Croissants for Breakfast" after all! Wearing the dress I had a lot of fun prancing about and making my best attempt to channel my inner 1960's wannabe model. The boy's cat, who happened to be in the room at the time and even got cuddled in a couple of snaps, was quite confused to say the least. I imagine that it must have been quite an odd sight for her to see!<br />
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Showing my face so clearly on my blog isn't something that I've done much of in the past. In my pictures I'm usually always looking down or off to the side. I wouldn't call myself photogenic, and when having my picture taken by others I can't help but feel shy or embarrassed. However, I'm beginning to become more comfortable in my own skin and have been feeling lately that perhaps it is time for a change, and that I should allow myself the freedom of having confidence in myself and enjoying the experience of what taking pictures can be.<br />
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com43tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-36930781893006915732014-10-24T09:00:00.000+10:002014-10-24T09:48:04.968+10:00Bubble, Bubble<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lush products are something that I've only really started exploring just recently. The main reason for this is that until now, I didn't have a bath tub. Having one available at the boy and I's current living arrangements has been quite lovely, and given me an excuse to purchase and try out lots of Lush goodies, amongst other bath time products, that I've been wanting to for years. I've been spoiling myself with bath bombs and bubble baths and why shouldn't I? I am on holidays after all! So I thought I'd share my favourite bath combination when I'm wanting to unwind after a long day or just spoil myself when I'm feeling a little down in the dumps. </div>
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<b>Rose Jam Bubbleroon - </b>I've been advised before that a quarter of this product is enough to create a substantial amount of bubbles. But personally I crumble the whole thing into the bath. Bubbles through drain pipes aren't a problem as I wait until all the bubbles have gone before pulling the plug. It has such a sweet rose scent and makes the water feel so silky. It also contains oils which are good for the skin, helping to leave it smooth and soft. </div>
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<b>Rose Queen Bath Bomb - </b>Some girls like to cut these in half to get more use out of them but again, like the Bubbleroon, I like to spoil myself and chuck the whole thing in. After all, it's one of the smaller bath bombs available. Once it reacts with the water, it disintegrates into a bright pink rose-scented fizz, letting out twirling fragments of hibiscus and lavender flower petals into the water.</div>
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<b>Rock Star Soap - </b>Bright pink like a boiled sweet, it is said that this soap is supposed to have a creamy vanilla scent. I don't know if it's just me, but I instead smell sweet, fizzy sherbet. <i><b>Howzat!?</b></i> It smells so good that I could almost eat it and it makes gorgeous pink frothy suds, leaving your skin smelling just lovely. </div>
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'Granny' skirts are something that I wear a lot of. I can't resist a high-waisted skirt that goes down to my knees with zip and button at the back and is made out of that awful thick, fuzzy material that itches when the weather is too hot. They are just my cup of tea. Here I am wearing one of the latest ones I picked up as mentioned <a href="http://thecarnabetianarmy.blogspot.com.au/2014/08/what-youre-doing.html" target="_blank">here</a>. It is bright orange with a purple criss-cross pattern - what a skirt! I wore it with a pale pink peter pan collared blouse, vintage bag and my beloved vintage Ferragamo shoes, which meant I was constantly looking down at my feet to admire them all day. Does anyone else do that when they wear that one perfect pair of shoes?<br />
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Quite contrary to what some may think, wearing 'granny' skirts actually makes me feel quite youthful. Whenever I wear them I feel like I should have my arms wrapped around a pile of text books, walking through long locker lined corridors with the sound of a bell chiming in the distance. I can't help but feel like a 1960's school girl about to leave for the bus ride home. Think Lucy from "<i>Across the Universe</i>" (if you've seen it) <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3appHgJOUw0" target="_blank">here</a>. It's such a cute little scene I think. Though the high school I attended had a strict uniform code, I always imagined that this is how I would have dressed if we had had a choice, granny skirts and all. </div>
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<b>Title:</b> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysTX5iid_Kg" target="_blank">"<i>Good Morning Good Morning</i>" - The Beatles</a></div>
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Lucy in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12151981955331505365noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492995932622127142.post-25846078741310745212014-10-16T07:44:00.001+10:002014-10-16T07:44:56.286+10:0027 Dresses<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I thought I'd share a little sneak peek at some of the vintage dresses that I've recently added to my collection, all of which are from the 1960's. The yellow one is Crimplene and was found sitting on a rack just moments before leaving the store it was in. I've been calling it the 'diner's dress', as all it makes me think of are pink diner stools and blueberry pie. The middle one I've nicknamed the 'Blue Hawaii' dress and the black one, a midi length dress, is intended to be cut and hemmed into a mini. I'm very pleased with these latest additions. The fact that they were all under $10 is an added bonus! You can see more of my vintage dress collection <a href="http://thecarnabetianarmy.blogspot.com.au/2014/04/my-vintage-dress-collection.html" target="_blank">here</a>, which now reaches 27!</div>
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