Cobalt Blue is a color all designers have used in different collections, and even though it looks more like a winter color, it is also used in many summer collections! Made famous in the 80s, it is now back!

Why? Well, in my opinion, cobalt blue is a color that looks good on ANYONE! Blondes, brunettes, redheads, etc!
Yup. Don't believe me? try it on! Start with a small touch like a brooch, a silk scarf on the neck, a headband. Then build up from there, combine a cobalt blue shirt with your clothes. Or maybe a coat, why not? It will brighten those fall and winter days.

But beware! It looks good on anyone, but not with any other color! Use black, grey, white, silver for a more sophisticated look. Other people recommend to combine with yellow or brights like red, pink and green. For me that is too much color, but it all depends on you :)

You can also range from electric cobalt blue to softer tones, but I rather do the medium tones or deeper ones.

And of course I have picked a small selection of cobalt blue clothes and accessories for you!



Sellers, left to right, top to bottom, are: Ureshii, TailorMadeVintage, elysiumdesign, MarieCurious, VigilanteLabs, Harajuku, SkinnyandBernie, apocalypsevintage, zwzzy, avantanthologue, LolitaVintage, mitallo

What do you think? Will you dare with this blue? =)

One of the reasons I have been so busy is the editing of VivaLaModa! It was finally published online at beginning of May and so far got really great reviews! =)

So... the new issue of VivaLaModa (the handmade fashion online zine) is out!!!

You can read it here: http://www.vivalamoda.co.cc/

This third issue has 104 pages full of goodies picked by 24 collaborators.
As always, it mainly focuses on handmade & vintage items, and anything related with them, this time with a special take on the wedding season with two big articles: A Vegas Wedding with vintage dresses, and Unique Wedding with custom made gowns.

I specially love the designer spotlight (this issue the designer interviewed is Kate Towers, also on the cover), Get Joan's look (the sexy secretary at Mad Men... who doesn't just adore that show?) and Top 10 fashion items (a collection of 10 items every woman should have in her wardrobe!).

I really hope you like it! Don't forget to check the amazing collaborators and advertisers that made this magazine idea a real thing.

If anyone wants to spread the word about the magazine, you can grab a banner at:
http://www.vivalamoda.co.cc/link.html

And if anyone wants to advertise in the next issue, find information and rates here:
http://www.vivalamoda.co.cc/advertise.html (ads starting at $25 and I make ads at no extra cost)

So, do you like it? Any topic ideas for next issue?

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See a smaller version of the magazine here. Please visit the website to see the full version.

Monday giveaway... well.. Tuesday Giveaway! lol

This week: Vintage velvet dress by peaceandloveck
Wow, I definitely adore this dress! Seriously! It is a relaxed-night-out-but-in-a-party-mood dress, what else could you ask for? And it fits S/M/L, yay! =)

This dress is the epitome of rocker-edgy vintage style. It has a front exposed zipper, a front v-neck, two 'hidden' pockets, a velvet exterior, and it is dark purple; need I say more? This dress would look great with a pair of ripped black tights and doc martens. I'm getting goosebumps already.

Info:
brand: EXP - jeans by express
size on tag: 7/8
est. size: small/medium/large(great both as slouchy look and fitted look)
fabric: 100% cotton
color: dark royal purple
condition: amazing vintage - perfect!

1. Visit peaceandloveck's shop and pick a favourite item.
2. Leave a comment in this post with your favourite item and a way to contact you (email or etsy link. Leave a contact or I won't be able to place you in the draft).
3. I will select the winner from the comments with a random number generator.
   

This week: Vintage sequinned belt by erstwhilestyle


This belt is fabulous! Disco style yay!

You can never have too many accessories. Add this sparkly gold and black sequinned, beaded belt to your collection. The belt is made in the style of a cumber bun.
label: none
size: M
fits like size: medium, large
material: rayon, sequins, beads
condition: mint
MEASUREMENTS (doubled where applicable)
length: 31.4"/79.7cm

1. Visit erstwhilestyle's shop and pick a favourite item.
2. Leave a comment in this post with your favourite item and a way to contact you (email or etsy link. Leave a contact or I won't be able to place you in the draft).
3. I will select the winner from the comments with a random number generator.
   

So sorry last week I didn't really post much! It was a little of chaos. Trying to apply for a job isn't as easy as I thought hahaha!
But! I bought a couple fashion magazines (something I only do twice a year lol), inStyle and Vogue. And Vogue was an especial edition and had 2 really thick magazines, in total weighted more than 2.5 kg!!!! Can you believe that? So soon I will have lots of reviews of the latest fall/winter trends ;)

This week: Steampunk inspired cuff by lovemaryxoxo


This cuff is fabulous! I'm liking more and more the steampunk objects! =)

The artist says:

The cuff is made from man made ribbon and antiqued chain. It measures 4cm x21.5cm = 1.5 inches x 8.5 inches and can stretch. It's of an 1890s sort of Edwardian style. Very vintage in feel.

1. Visit lovemaryxoxo's shop and pick a favourite item.
2. Leave a comment in this post with your favourite item and a way to contact you (email or etsy link. Leave a contact or I won't be able to place you in the draft).
3. I will select the winner from the comments with a random number generator.
   

• vadjutka's bracelet: AmandaSue
  
• idreamicanfly's earrings: Tabby
• tangente's gift certificate: Sylvia P
• terrygraziano's hat: lupinbunny
  

This week: Around the World in 80 Stamps Vintage Bag by yasminbochi


How cool is a bag with stamps on it???? When I was a kid I used to collect stamps. After 1 year or so I got bored lol but I remember the fabulous drawings from the unknown countries around the world... so exotic! Now you have the chance to wear them! =)

And it would look so awesome with one of her Mirror Mirror rings:

Hope you liked this week's fashion item! =)

If you think your items or someone elses could fit in this section, please post your pictures in the photo pool. Remember: Handmade / Vintage items only!