Mid-Week Inspiration: Bike Rides and Picnics

The dog days of Summer are here! What is still left on your Summer list of things to do?

I still haven't gone out on bike rides or had the picnics that I originally wanted to do this Summer! Now it's really hot and I can't seem to be bothered.  Maybe if I had an amazing Claire McCardell play suit like this to keep cool in. Not to mention look stylish in!


So please, let me know, what do you still want to do this Summer before we slide into August?


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Mid-Week Inspiration: The French Riviera in the 1950's and 1960's

I can't think of a Summer when the French Riviera in the 50's and the 60's hasn't been my style inspiration. This year is no exception. I will not be going anywhere near the Riviera this year, but I can at least pretend, even here on hot New York City pavement.

Brigitte Bardot and Grace Kelly are the epitome of Riviera chic to me. If only I was a blonde!

Fit and flare summer dresses are on my style agenda this season! Of course in gingham and eyelet! 

Yes, yes, to this convertible! Ahhh the view! 

Love this whole look! 

Grace just looks stunning here! 

I have the brunette version of this hair. I just need the sun hat. I really do! 

Mid-Week Inspiration: Gingham

Summer is well on it's way!! I never tire of gingham in the summer and I can't wait to start wearing it again. Here's some inspiration as we wait for hotter days:

Jean Harlow sitting pretty in her gingham day dress. 

1950's bold gingham.

Stunning 1950's gingham dress! 

1950's again. Love the ruffles and red buttons! 

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Mid-Week Inspiration: Peasant Blouses

I really want to sew up some peasant blouses for the Summer. Nice sheer whites and swiss dots are what I have in mind.

 Or pretty florals and eyelet! 

 Or I could even crochet one!

What projects are topping your list for the Summer? 

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