...Love Letters, Tea Dresses, and the 1940s..

Although the 1940s were a difficult time with war, separation and rations,- the love letters and fashion we attribute to that time make it feel so much more of a romantic era. It was a time where women were feminine and even in a time of war found a way to look simply incredible. This fall season the tea dresses, ankle straps, prints, and peter pan collars of the 40s have all made reappearances on the runway from designers like Miu Miu and Louis Vuitton,... and we couldn't be happier.

Lara Stone & Frida Gustavsson by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue US July 2011 

Adorable 40s wardrobe in The Notebook 

Kendra Spears by Will Davidson for Harper’s Bazaar Australia 

Keira Knightley in Atonement (2007) 

Barbara Palvin by Eric Guillemain for Vogue Australia September 2011

Kendra Spears by Will Davidson for Harper’s Bazaar Australia 

Karen Elson by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue US October 2011

Frida Gustavsson by Andreas Öhlund for Elle Sweden 

Kendra Spears by Will Davidson for Harper’s Bazaar Australia 

Frida Gustavsson by Andreas Öhlund for Elle Sweden

Miu Miu Fall 2011 Runway

Anna Sui Resort 2012 Collection
Frida Gustavsson by Andreas Öhlund for Elle Sweden 

Ieva Laguna by Koray Birand for Vogue Hellas October 2011 

ASOS Bird Print 40's Tea Dress - $87.80

The 1940s silhouette was semi form fitting and hit below the knee /midi, a combination that when paired with heals created an incredible figure flattering look, that was kept interesting with collars, accessories and prints.. I especially love the bird prints.
You can wear any of these looks with colored tights all through the winter or pair it with a shearling jacket or camel colored coat.
Have a lovely day everyone!

September's Sapphires

Being that it is still September and that Sapphire is the birthstone for this month here is a lovely collection of September's most inspiring Sapphires:

Natalia Vodianova by Vincent Peters 

Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2011

ASOS Bias Cut Dipped Hem Tea Dress 

What captivates me about this dress is how it moves as you walk: Watch the runway video of the dress HERE

Instyle Makeover Piper Perabo, perfect combination of shimmer and comfort- perfect for a September day.

 

Ruby Mines Sapphire Rain Pearl and 14K Gold Necklace available HERE

Intimissimi Blue Jersey dress fall 2010- Comfortable and romantic

Julianna Rosalia Chemise Journelle

Anthropologie Capri Blue Volcano Candles

Lapis Lazuli Stone Ring by Billy Bride

Macaroons with Turkish Coffee (Martha Stewart Mag)

I hope you enjoyed these rich sapphire hues and find some inspiration in the rich blues. For me navy and sapphire are my go to colors- I adore little navy dresses as an intriguing and modern alternative to the LBD. Have a lovely week everyone! And be sure to take some time to enjoy the changing weather around you. :)