I have always had a style of my own. As the youngest of 6 girls, I was introduced to the fine art of recycling style at a *very* early age.
Over the years my fashion cents has grown and the influence of my late Father (who served in the army during World War II) is hard to miss.
I often have perfect strangers strike up a conversation because of my shoes, bag or dress. . . I have met so many amazing people just because of my vintage style.
Watching old movies before shopping at my favorite thrift stores /consignment shops (or even my own closet) is an indulgence I will never give up . . . women were elegant, graceful . . . sexy without revealing too much – true inspiration!
It is rare that you see me in jeans. I do not own sweat pants . . . and only wear my yoga pants in the house, thank you.
The sophisticated style of post WWII is intoxicating to me – I love heels, and believe that there is nothing sexier than a dress.
I usually wear my hair up in a ‘business bun’ Grace Kelly style – so if you see me with my hair down . . . well, consider yourself one of the few.
Getting down and dirty when it comes to my furniture building/design is a must! My favorite pair of bibs that I wear
when combing the county for elements to build my pieces is true Rosie the Riveter style! . . . with the red hankerchief to complete the look.
My furniture designs are influenced by the Depression Era mentality that I was lucky to grow up with. My father taught me how to live a rich life by using what I have and never wasting anything. Though I design new pieces, I prefer to use recycled materials. There really is a treasure trove of potential . . . if you aren’t afraid to let it find you.
The 3 R’s of living like a Dime Store Diva. . .
Reclaim | Recycle | Reuse
inspire and be inspired.
