Last Friday night I attempted to get pin up perfect and inject some good old Hollywood glamour into my life, after luckily receiving a last minute invite to a burlesque ball.Needless to say I didn't have any feathers, fans or flapper dresses hanging around in my wardrobe, so my outfit for the night was a little more 60's than 20's.
The dress/tunic btw is gorgeous and was a spur of the moment purchase from New Look, you can find this slightly festive, floaty number here if it tickles your fancy.
Thankfully, the dress code at The Blue Ball wasn't to wear an obligatory corset but to merely adorn myself in an item of blue.I don't own much blue but luckily two of my favourite accessories are navy, the heels are Carvela and the handbag is vintage Chanel circa 50's/60's I believe; my mums in antiques and it's her best find to date!
Whilst sipping champers myself and fashionista, Anne, perused the vintage stalls and of course the cupcake stands.
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Sadly I refrained from purchasing a pair of nipple tassels; I've only just accomplished the red lip so I don't think I'm quite ready for the pasties just yet!
What vintage night would be complete without getting your fortune told, right?Things are on the up btw :)!
The gorgeous, Georgian venue was perfect for the event, vintage lux at its best.
A woman who's certainly perfected the pin up look is vintage vamp, Talulah Blue, the organiser of this fabulous shindig.
Her makeup was just flawless, bold brows, huge lashes and a scarlet pout; I love this look.It put my attempt to shame, and talking of my attempt I will post my fotn (face of the night) tomorrow if your interested?
Anyway on to the fun stuff, I suggest you look away now if you adverse to a bit of nudity, although this is tasteful I can assure you!
Talulah Blue
Having never been to a burlesque show before I had no idea what to expect, I thought there may have been a few 'look away' moments but thankfully there were none; in fact I couldn't take my eyes off the girls!
There were five dancers and each one's routine was beautifully executed, slightly cheeky but at the same time effortlessly charming.
If Beau Rocks (above) can rock retro roots then I can surely? Hurrah!!Backstage was like being in a different era completely, it was clear to see these girls lived and breathed burlesque glamour even in their time off, super inspiring.
Millie Dollar having a cheeky cigarette, she even makes smoking look classy!
'OMG how white do my teeth look?'
Hope you enjoyed this post, I couldn't wait to share some of the 200 (yes, that many) photos I took from the night.I loved embracing my inner Marilyn for the night and will update you on my look soon, hope you all had a fab weekend! xxx
30 comments:
you are beautiful and you look so classy xx
Thank you Stacey!!! xx
Fab pictures, those burlesque dancers look amazing. Red lips suit you!
Bhav x
I really enjoyed these pictures, thank you for sharing! Your hair looks fantastic and you should do a red lip more often! Love the Chanel bag too xoxo
Love that dress! We're getting married at the city rooms next june - hopefully it will look as amazing as it did for that event!
You look so great in red! Such a classic look with the red lips too :) beautiful xx
You looked amazing and looks like it was a great night.:0) xxxJoolsxxx
Awh you look so pretty! This looks amazing, the photos are superb xxx
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Your dress is lovely! I would love tohave my fortune told! xx
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You look gorgeous!! I love those heels...and how fun was it to watch the burlesque dancers? They are so chic! xo
OMG that is seriously amazing, love it! it looks fabulous, everybody really making an effort. You look incredible in red Holly! love the outfit, bag..I've been wanting to have a perfect red dress for ages, still haven't found one in quite the right shade. And those nipple tassles! I would have caved for sure, I have no restraint when it comes to useless pretty things. As you may know :P xxx
you look gorgeous!
Looks like an amazing night. You look beautiful! x
Wow you look gorgeous - great dress and a lovely coat... looks like it was brilliant
Oh wow, you look so very glam and very beautiful. This kind of thing is right up my street! I really enjoyed reading this post hun xx
@Bhav - OMG, they were beautiful, thanks x
@ellysmakeupbag - Glad you enjoyed! I will, I'm loving that pin up look right now thanks xx
@Bec - ohh lucky you! it's a gorgeous venue!xx
@Lydia - thank you, it's the first time I've really worn red! xx
@Jools - I did thank you! xx
@Abigail - thank you!! xx
@Emma- it's really fun, you should xx
@Aleksis - thank you! it was so much fun, they were all stunning xx
@Diana - Hehe I wish I had bought some now, they were so pretty!! One of the dancers really reminded me of you, Emmanuelle, stunning!! xx
@barb - thank you xx
@lisa - it was, thanks xx
@Samantha - thank you, loved that dress x
@stacey - thank you! it was amazing, would love to go to one again xx
The heels are so pretty! Are they still available in store?
looks like you had a lot of fun there and you look gorgeous in your red dress! :)
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I love this post Holly, especially that last picture of you smiling and clearly having fun. Us Mums need nights like that :) xxx
@darling d - I don't think so no, sorry! I bought them about two years ago x
c.a.r - thank you :)xx
arlene- loved that pic, summed up the night perfectly xx
Looks so much fun! You look gorgeous and your satin shoes are HOT! Also great pics of the girls.. looks like a great night!
glamorous !! bright lips and flawless skin are a winning combo..and love the mermaid hair...such a pretty look. x
This looked like such a fun event!
Have you been using Crest Whitestrips? Some white teeth!
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