Nora's Necessities

Street Style: Los Angeles Style. Chartreuse, Florals, Burgundy, Leather Earrings

2012-02-28T16:33:00.002-08:00

I took these photos of the lovely and stylish Marlena on New Years Day in Los Angeles. I love the color and texture of her outfit. The burgundy and forest green combined with the pop of chartreuse are so good!
(Oh and P.S. she is a model for my Etsy Vintage Shop, so expect to see more of her looking fierce!)

neon spring 2012

2012-02-26T15:08:00.000-08:00

neon spring 2012 by norashmora

DJing in Brooklyn TONIGHT! All $$$ goes to Silva Rivera Law Project!

2012-02-25T15:07:00.003-08:00

I am DJing in Brooklyn at Hey Queen TONIGHT!
Just head to Public Assembly.
I am playing from 10 until midnight!

All of the money goes to support The Sylvia Rivera Law Project. They are an INCREDIBLE organization that does so much important work in our community. Here is their mission statement. Please do check out their website.

"The Sylvia Rivera Law Project (SRLP) works to guarantee that all people are free to self-determine their gender identity and expression, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination, or violence." (http://srlp.org/about)

Who was Silvia Rivera?

"She may have been the prototypical Angry Queen. Unbowed, unbought, and virtually indigestible by a gay movement she helped birth, Stonewall warrior Sylvia Rivera died on February 19."

Ricki Wilchins

"Finding food, shelter, a safe bed, and even some recognition for genderqueer kids was a lifelong passion for Sylvia. She saw them as society's most vulnerable outcasts. She picketed and protested, caucused and cajoled, and if the occasion called for it, which it often did, she submitted to arrest."

Ricki Wilchins

"She was a tireless advocate for all those who have been marginalized as the "gay rights" movement has mainstreamed."

(http://srlp.org/about)

A Wink and A Smile...

2012-02-23T22:01:00.000-08:00

'a wink and a smile...' by 33norashmora33

Gourmet popcorn and seasonin... dellcovespices $20.00	Raw Aquamarine Earrings Pron... SpiceofLifeDes... $70.00	vintage 80's pumps / cu... GazeboTree $22.00	Vintage 1952 Original Affair... amysoldschool $40.00
DO wINkle to STRANGERS 80s T... agnestheowl $34.00	SET - Earrings posts & Bobby... KalliasWonderl... $22.00	Vtg One Piece Bathing Suit R... CrazyLaceVinta... $42.00	Royal Copley Bird Planter, V... CarpeDiemTreas... $22.00
8x10 Black&White Photograph ... DeerandSwan $18.00	Naughty Dancers - Hand paint... ShebboDesign $35.00	SALE - Black Spanish silky H... MagpiesShop $22.00	Colorful Pastel Spring Butte... frighten $25.00
Signed Victorian Hardstone C... TheDeeps $1200.00	Go Kitty Leopard Hair Bow-Pi... LilaJo $9.00	Pirate Corset Dress in light... Malam $225.00	1960s Dress . Saks Fifth Ave... VeraVague $115.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Street Style: New York Black and Neon.

2012-02-22T13:16:00.000-08:00

New York Black, with hints of Nautical, and a BIG splash of neon and Color with a Faaaahhhbulous Neon Scarf. I'm totally gonna look in Thrift Stores for something similar.

Maybe a bunch of different bright silk scarves tied together could achieve a similar effect?

Possible DIY coming soon....

Street Style: Extra Extra! NY Girl tells the T! Newspaper, Flavor Flav, Black and White Chic, et plus!

2012-02-17T13:02:00.000-08:00

When out on the street in NY I found a petite bubbly young lady with beautiful blond hair,

and her style was a mix of newspapers, flavor flav, madonna, 40s, 90's, 80's, with modern touches.

Sounds like it could be busted mais ouais?

But this little lady WORKED.

She showed me her clock bag, her newsprint dress, and told me about her love of vintage clothes and style. She was only the second person I stopped to ask to take their photo, and she was so sweet about it and excited.
(Oh, and the clock on the bag? It works.)
WORK GIRL!

Outfit Post: Mixology Los Angeles Style. Leopard, Amber, Palm Fronds and Sea Foam.

2012-02-16T22:29:00.000-08:00

Outfit Deets:

Boots: They are Pour La Victorie, and one of my best THRIFT scores to date! (click for boot love)
Tights: A gift from an old roomate.
Cardigan: Hand-me-down from mi madre, originally Targeeeet?
Belt: Swiped from Mom's closet. (I put it back!)
Dress: Another Madre hand-me-down which I wear all the time.
Nails: Sephora Nail Polish in Teeny Bikini (4 bucks!)
Ring: Amber, bought it when I was a freshman in Montreal. What I would call a 'Grandma Style' Piece. (My grandmother has FIERCE style, it's basically go big or go home.)
Hair: Busted. This is before a very necessary hair cut. (and before the pink!)

I guess this goes to show you my mom has great style, and raiding her closet is best. I say shop your mom's closet. (always...some things never get old. sorry mom. =) love youuuuu!!!)

Inspiration: Half Moon Manicure (get your nail game)

2012-02-16T11:31:00.000-08:00

Do a half moon manicure! These became popular in the 20s as a twist on the traditional 'french manicure', which actually was invented by a hollywood stylist and not in france. Who knew?

The trick to a perfect half moon manicure is to use these babies at the bottom left. (binder hole reinforcer stickers, a couple bucks at any Staples).

1.Paint the whole nail your "bottom shade" (the shade you want to peek through at the bottom like a moon.
3. Let dry all the way or the next step won't work.
2. Use the stickers, putting the top of the donut on your nail. Now paint the second "top" coat lightly over the sticker and then cover the rest of the nail.
3. Let dry dry dry. Remove the sticker! You have a perrrrfect profesh looking half moon manicure! Add some bling if desired.

Binder Reinforcement Stickers

Half Moon Manicure craftopolis.com

Spring Trend: Pastels

2012-02-15T01:14:00.000-08:00

Spring Trend: Pastels by norashmora

Outfit Post: Secretary Blouse, Lace nails, Red Lips, Black Leather, NY style

2012-02-13T10:26:00.000-08:00

DJ Noisy Nora: Hey Queen! Slow Jamz Night. Bad Girlz do it well.

2012-02-11T10:46:00.000-08:00

I will be DJing this event in BK tonight!

Get ready to bump and griiiiinnnnndddd.

I'm playing from midnight to 2:00!!!!

Street Style: NY Bracelet Stacking Skills

2012-02-06T09:57:00.000-08:00

I love the variety of place, color, style, and materials here. Wrist style.

This handsome guy let me photograph his impeccable style. You get the feeling that nothing he wears is random. The layers are perfect, and everything is coordinated. I love the greys and blacks with pops of color.

Outfit Post: Neon Green Maxi + Pink Floral + Grey Neutral

2012-02-06T09:36:00.000-08:00

I got this chiffon pleated neonchartreuse maxi skirt on sale at old navy. I think it is beautiful, but it is a challenge to wear. I am still playing around with it. Here I chose to hilight the skirt (as if that was hard to do), while toning down everything else. I find that neon colors look good with pale pinks, greys, and other neutrals. I'm not sure I'm fearless enough to go for a head to toe chartruse neon look, but if the days back in Brooklyn get dreary, I may give it a try!

Outfit Details

Grey Ruched Top: Stolen from Mom's closet

Chartreuse Neon Chiffon Maxi: Old Navy on sale, 16 $.

Pink Leather Belt: Thrifted for 2 bucks, originally Gap

Pale Pink Stone Earrings: Mom's closet

Pink Flower Ballet Flats: Banana Republic on Sale 40 bucks....I've really worn these into the ground.

Purple Amethyst Ring: A hand me down from Mom.

Style Icon: Daphne Guiness

2012-02-04T15:12:00.000-08:00

Pure originality. I love her hair, her look, the risks she takes.

She works everything with commitment!

(photos: style.com, the sartorialist)

Treasury: I'm your only Kitten.

2012-02-02T11:38:00.000-08:00

I'm your only Kitten. by 33norashmora33

Red KITTEN PRINT DRESS Limit... katielouisefor... $180.00	Kitty Cat Ears Ring Sterling... FancyBrandRing... $34.00	Vintage Christian Dior Heels dllfacedani $100.00	White, Kitten, Nursery Decor... 8daysOfTreasur... $4.99
Soft Toy Cat - In light grey... oKIDDo $16.50	Pinback Button Pack: Kitten ... theblackapple $8.00	Mysterious Girls from The Bl... theblackapple $16.00	Pretty tuxedo style pin up b... UnlovableLinge... $21.50
Cat art drawing -Anyone Home... matouenpeluche $12.00	Lacy Shawl, scarf, wrap, blu... DEMET $55.00	Ettore the cat - wall art - ... fattidame $19.00	Personalized Kitty Cat Bowl ... sunshinecerami... $25.00
Cheetah Leopard Painting on ... DistinctiveMod... $118.00	RESERVED LISTING - Vintage 7... VintageDarling $15.84	Lovers cats brooch from poly... Rozibuz $14.00	ORIGINAL Abstract Acrylic Mo... EbiEmporium $98.00

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Street Style and Shoe Love: Big Chunky Platform Shoe Obsession

2012-02-01T12:19:00.000-08:00

possible Kirkwood?

Puddle Jumping

In chunky black platforms

During Black Friday I purchased these beauties by Seychelles. I swear to you, they look big and tall but they are CRAZY insane comfortable. I think I was influenced by NY ladies and their insane chunky heels. I am still amazed at the shoe art that women (and men) wear walking around NY in cobbled streets and on rainy days. That is shoe love right there. There is something about the pitch of these Seychelles which makes them comfortable. These babies can last me all day, and when I've had Etsy models wear them for me, they all say how comfy they are. Shoe Love.

Marlena wearing my Seychelles for Etsy pics!!!

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in honor of JAR

2012-01-31T18:38:00.000-08:00

Go Pop some BUBBLE WRAP today.

Birthday Joy, and new PINK hair!

2012-01-30T11:42:00.000-08:00

Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake. Yum-Awe.

BFF love, and new pink hair!

Birthday Coupon! Birthday Treasury! Birthday Glee!

2012-01-27T12:12:00.000-08:00

Today is my BIRTHDAY!

15% off BOTH of my Etsy shops with the coupon code NBDAY

Nora's Novity: Subversive, Sexy, Snarky Pottery.

Nora's Necessities: Vintage Treasures to make your Day!

I may treat myself to some of these lovelies...:

My Shield Against The World ... monpetitfantom... $20.00	VALENTINE SALE Headband, Pow... vivienneparis $15.00	Bella: Handmade Ballet Flats... DeBonisOrquera $60.00	Sexy 1930's Vamp Pinup F... sweetheartsinn... $9.99
Art Print. Fashion illustrat... matouenpeluche $6.50	Bright striped triangles ear... Rozibuz $8.00	Glass Moonstone Earrings -- ... IrinSkye $12.50	Ring Coral sterling silver J... Olympias $55.00
RARE Blue Milk Glass Anchor ... CreamyVintageS... $20.00	Sequin Turban in Black by Ma... mademoiselleme... $30.00	Valentines Day Sale - Blue A... AnemoneJewelry $45.90	Fashion illustration Femme F... matouenpeluche $6.50
Coral Earrings, Green Glass ... madebymoe $38.00	Mini Buisness/Credit/Debit/C... Dollbirdies $8.95	VALENTINE SALE, Navy Blue He... vivienneparis $15.00	Vintage Samsonite Train Case... sugarSCOUT $88.00

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Street Style: Black Black White Punk Black Chic

2012-01-26T15:06:00.000-08:00

First of all, hair. I want hair that white, with no bleaching. I've been craving a new change. Maybe white tips? This lady has style like woah. I wear black a lot (especially in NY) as do a lot of people. But she is wearing black on black on black with interesting textures, and it contrasts with her hair so well. Also, her silver earrings (and black stud) further pull your eye to the contrast. ALSO CLAW RING! This girl is catwoman disguised by dressing as a very stylish tourist maybe? That claw ring is tough. Lisbeth Salander could use one of those....

Frida Kahlo

2012-01-26T02:07:00.000-08:00

Words from Frida Kahlo.

“They thought I was a Surrealist, but I wasn't. I never painted dreams. I painted my own reality.”

"I paint my own reality. The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to, and I paint whatever passes through my head without any other consideration"

"I think that little by little I'll be able to solve my problems and survive"

“My painting carries with it the message of pain.”

“I paint self-portraits because I am so often alone, because I am the person I know best.”

"I used to think I was the strangest person in the world but then I thought there are so many people in the world, there must be someone just like me who feels bizarre and flawed in the same ways I do. I would imagine her, and imagine that she must be out there thinking of me too. Well, I hope that if you are out there and read this and know that, yes, it's true I'm here, and I'm just as strange as you."

“Mai in vita mia
Dimenticherò la tua presenza.
Tu mi hai presa quando ero spezzata
E mi hai riparata
Su questa terra troppo piccola
Dove potrei mai voltare il mio sguardo?
Così immenso, così profondo!
Non c'è più tempo. Non c'è più nulla. Distanza. C'è soltanto la realtà.
Quello che è stato, è stato per sempre.”

"Never in my life
Will I forget your presence.
You've taken me when I was broken
And I have repaired
On this earth too small
Where could I turn my gaze?
So immense, so deep!
There's no time. There's nothing left. Distance. There is only reality.
What was, was for ever. "

(for T)

Treasury: on wings of iris

2012-01-25T10:00:00.000-08:00

on wings of iris by 33norashmora33

Wings of Iris- Organza Neckl... jewelera $125.00	Vintage 1930s Silk Dress - S... zwzzy $250.00	Pink Rhinestone Ball Earring... PrairieBlossom... $18.00	Dear Print alllhoney $20.00
Ladies Bow Gloves, Beige Fin... MoonHalo $49.00	Mae, portrait print 4x6 inch... holli $5.50	Valentine's Day Sale 30%... designfrog123 $49.00	36 Inch Aquamarine Teardrop ... BellaBeadsOrig... $145.00
Large Rose Headband, headban... BeSomethingNew $50.00	Dove Earrings Pewter Brass W... daileedose $20.00	Pink photo childrens nursery... RiskLoveFreedo... $30.00	Vintage Rhinestone Flower Sp... mybooms $15.00
15% OFF SALE pink shawl,Read... seno $75.00	Whisper walthenry $45.00	Fur Trimmed Swing Coat in Ca... persnicketyvin... $65.00	womens triangle camisole in ... sandmaidenslee... $44.00

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Street Style: New York Vintage Coat Spy Girl

2012-01-24T10:00:00.000-08:00

I encountered this lovely lady and her friend in Washington Square Park, on a fall day a few months ago.

I love the unexpected color combinations. (cobalt blue + beige + reds + brown!) The contrast stitching on her wool coat is stunning, and I love her worn-in brown leather boots.

When I told her I liked her trench coat, she said she got it thrifting, and "I feel like a Swedish spy when I wear it. Like a cool spy woman."

I love it when clothes tell you a story, or make you feel like you are in one.

So for all I know, she is a spy (from Sweden)!

Street Style: New York, Sequins, Black Bob, Pops of Color

2012-01-23T13:00:00.000-08:00

I love the sequined leather jacket with the cowl neckline on this NY girl. The all black with the pops of bright color and the leather backpack. Just adorable. Also, her nail game is amazing. Matching your nails AND rings to your outfit!? Skills.

Rings! Nails! Color pop!

Etta.

2012-01-20T10:00:00.000-08:00

Cat's Eye Abstract

2012-01-17T10:00:00.000-08:00

This is a collage I made using images from polyvore. I think I may make prints of it. Or paint it in watercolor, then prints? Or put it on a totebag? Thoughts?

norashmora on polyvore.com

St. Teresa (Joan, I love you Joan)

2012-01-17T02:42:00.000-08:00

More 90's buisness. What if God was one of us? Oh Joan. She got tagged a one hit wonder but her music is incredible, and she has continued to put out albums over the years. I still love it; the lyrics, her voice, and I love the images in this video.
also josie and the pussycats is the best movie ever

Street Style: 90's meets Edward Gorey.

2012-01-16T10:00:00.000-08:00

This fabulous duo let me stop and photograph them. They were quite lovely. I love the wine soaked lipstick, and the glasses they both are sporting. I also really like the layering and colors. I felt they needed to be framed in this way. Do you agree?

90s grunge + NIN + thrifty flair + Edward Gorey = these two

I love the layering, the florals on her bag, and that mysterious muscle-y shirt,

Pas de deux en Washington Square

Chat a pois....softly polka dotted etsy finds.

2012-01-15T22:00:00.000-08:00

'Attachments: whispers in polka dots.' by Norasnovity

Mood Diary Calendar- Record ... EineDerGuten $9.90	Vintage Zenith Tube Radio Mo... GallivantsVint... $38.00	cat a pois - the strange pla... thegoodmachine... $44.00	Two Large Antique Pharmacy B... Dentwood $80.00
Vintage Greist Sewing Machin... foundhere $25.50	Vintage Ombre Silver and Gre... foundhere $28.00	Greeting Card - Poosac with ... poosac $2.50	Crochet Belgium Lace-Exotic ... sukran $62.00
White Tibetan Agate Bead Bra... byjodi $58.00	RESERVED FOR LITTLEDEATH303 ... CarpeDiemHandm... $10.00	Crystal Clear Glass Button N... ThatOldBlueHou... $36.00	Romantic hair bow fabric cli... selenedream $16.00
wood guest book - custom mad... ThreeTreesBind... $175.00	Whisper. Honeysuckle Romanti... CallOfEarth $25.00	African doll - Flowery Pale... TIMOHANDMADE $41.00	Pastel pink and blue bracele... petalandpink $22.00

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just a spoonfull

2012-01-15T21:33:00.001-08:00

I've been playing around with ideas for t-shirts or tote bags. This is one I did recently. Would you wear/carry this?

just a spoonfull by norashmora on polyvore.com

Thrifting Score!

2012-01-14T16:18:00.001-08:00

Out of the Closet Thrift Stores are one of my favorite thrifting stops. They were started around the first waves of AIDS cases in Los Angeles. Out of the Closet and into the streets (and thrift stores)! Their proceeds are donated to help fight HIV/AIDS. They are run by Aids Health to help fund their many programs. All out of the closet thrift stores have free condoms, and they have three LA stores that do anonymous on-site HIV testing and counseling.
So, I was thrifting at one of their stores a few days ago, and this store recently got a huge donation of designer shoes new in the box. I got two pairs. A totally wakko amazeballs pair by Pilar Abril, a designer from Granada (pics coming soon), and these beauties by Pour La Victorie...for $45. Original price around $400. Thrifting in Los Angeles... so good. So if you need HIV testing, condoms, or vintage, check out Out of the Closet. And then put your new items back in your closet...and then take old ones out and donate them. In and out of the closet you go! (I just can't help myself)

nothing like a book...

2012-01-14T13:22:00.000-08:00

Ballet Photography by Vihao Pham

2012-01-14T11:07:00.000-08:00

By far my faveorite shot. I wish there were ballerinas all over the city.

Ballet dancers on rooftops. Nestled into spaces. Out of the studio, into the streets!

This shot is incredible. Amazing cambre, and amazing composition.

I was a dancer for a long time. One of my favorite aesthetics is classical ballet mixed with a dark side, a rougher edge. I love ballet in unexpected places. However, I never thought I would see Ballet in a phone booth. The most graceful phone call you will ever make. Vihao is based in McLean, Virginia.

Hello again!

2012-01-11T16:58:00.000-08:00

So it's been a while. I hope you all had enough tamales, or turkey, or christmas goose, or curried latkes.
It's been hard to get back into the routine of things, but here's a dash of black and white. More street photos, fashion, and lollygagging whimsy coming your way this 2012. Get up on it.

'BLACK & WHITE' by 33norashmora33

BLACK & WHITEmy black and white faves...stark and sharp.XXXONora

Feminist fisheye black and w... TheRadicalUpri... $1.50	Bridesmaid Clutch - Black & ... FA2u $32.90	My Shield Against The World ... monpetitfantom... $20.00	FREE shipping - decorative b... julieandco $50.00
Autumn Trees with Roots Art ... LittleBeanPrin... $20.00	Dramatic Photograph - "... ellemoss $15.00	Black and White Damask Overs... Dressumups $8.50	8x8 fine art black and white... AmandaRaeK $29.00
Pyramid Ring with Black Cats... robinhoodcoutu... $22.00	Mid Century Pillow Cover - G... atomiclivinhom... $62.00	Skeleton Dress - Made To Ord... repurposefulPU... $89.00	Anita - 9 x 12 print charmaineolivi... $30.00
Black and White Letterpress ... happydeliverie... $18.00	Gnarled UntamedMenager... $18.00	Black Lace Half Mask -- ADHE... LacedAndWaiste... $40.00	Original Art Print, Felicity... PhilipSimmons $20.00

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Street Style: Fall Coat Love

2011-12-23T10:30:00.000-08:00

I love her black leather boots, drawstring leather bag, and perfect brocade wool coat!

Red Fall Outfit Sneak Peak and New Items!

2011-12-22T10:00:00.000-08:00

This beautiful red dress and leather belt are coming soon!

Made in Peru, the perfect Cross Body Bag. Click HERE!

Some new items in my Etsy Shop, and some sneak peaks for you loyal readers. Wool and Leather Saddle bags and Warm 90's clogs. Get your bohemian! Throw a long warm sweater over this look, and you are good to go. Perfectly Vintage, perfectly on trend.

Vegan Cozy Clogs - Click Here!

Oscar de La Renta Pre-Fall 2011

2011-12-21T17:54:00.000-08:00

Also known as stop it. Just stop it. Ohmigoodness. I don't think I've ever seen an Oscar de La Renta collection I don't love. Perfect fall shapes, lady-like perfection (as always), and COLOR! Thank you. Being in New York surrounding by blackblackblack makes me want to dress like this all the time. There is also something so timeless about his clothes. I could see a fabulous mid 80s woman with big bangles in these looks, or a curvy 30 something, or a twiggy tall girl. Oh yeah and did I mention color perfection? The mix of prints, textures, and colors are so unique. Break those seasonal color rules Oscar, do your thing, get it done.

Brandi Lee's Art: Matilda Stone on Etsy

2011-12-21T10:03:00.000-08:00

My lovely and very talented friend Brandi has an Etsy shop called MatildaStone, and you should give it a gander. Here is a Treasury I made inspired by one of her beautiful paintings. She has a unique aesthetic, and she recently had a solo show here in Brooklyn. Keep your eye on this one.

'Geometric Lazar Beam' by 33norashmora33

rhinestone friendship cuff b... ColorblockShop $68.00	ACEO Original art "One ... matildastone $5.00	Blue Pacific Ocean geometric... LineaLinea $36.00	Ecofriendly needle felted gr... Vietto $95.00
Kids Wall Dog Art 'Take... LouisestArt $25.00	Mighty Asterisk siamcollection $18.95	1 Handmade Resin Kitschy Chr... charcoaldesign... $12.99	Geometric Leather Necklace T... BooandBooFacto... $48.00
Plush - funky handmade doll ... TIMOHANDMADE $42.00	Earrings decoupage -Colorful... Milena77 $10.00	Pumpkin Orange black beadw... CallOfEarth $25.00	Vintage Luggage .. Electric ... TheFancyLamb $56.00
Dew Drops Sterling Silver Ea... lunarbelle $17.50	Burgundy cropped jacket AliceCouture $49.00	Recycled Glass Linden Leaf a... westernartglas... $100.00	Nature Photography, burgundy... moonlightphoto... $28.00

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New York at Night

2011-12-18T18:32:00.000-08:00

Taxi Cab Bumper Cars at the Gas Station on Houston

Weaving through the Maze

SoHo hustle

Graffiti style Art, being sold next to Graffiti.

High Style Raspberries and Cream

2011-12-18T15:40:00.000-08:00

'High Style Raspberries and Cream' by 33norashmora33

Mad Men Bow Dress / Vintage ... VeriteVintage $124.00	Pink Chunky Necklace Costume... CraZyDreamZ $27.00	holiday SALE dreamcatcher b... hazelandhunter $42.00	welland lambs wool hand dip ... goodnightdaykn... $75.00
80's Ruby Red Sequined C... pursuingandie $12.95	Ring with Red Corals, Flower HappyEmotions $12.50	Vintage Ornate Brass and Cry... BellaChicBouti... $49.99	French Secret DIY Cake aux F... ChocolatineStu... $2.50
Leather clutch - OPELLE Fold... opellecreative $148.00	Oscar de la Renta / 1970s me... DearGolden $245.00	POPPY red Felted Poppies Flo... softadditions $12.60	Art Nouveau 14K Gold Filled ... palefishny $64.00
Whisper walthenry $45.00	1950s RARE Open Toe Heels Pu... MademoiselleCO... $62.00	Red Train Case quirkyessentia... $32.00	Breaking Free LosingShape $10.00

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enferma!

2011-12-12T21:02:00.000-08:00

I've got a nasty cold.....but I promise regular posting will be back soon! While you wait, you can check out my Etsy shops (on the right hand side), or just check out Betty Paige as a nurse and hope she will get me better quick!

The Red Shoes

2011-12-11T18:21:00.000-08:00

No real reasoning behind this, I just love this photo. I found it on the internet years ago (pre tumbler), so I'm not sure where it's from. Such a simple alteration, it's as if Edward Gorey did costumes for The Red Shoes. Love.

Pre Fall 2012: JASON WU wins and is best.

2011-12-10T10:05:00.000-08:00

Obviously, designers have been paying attention to my obsession with burgundy, coral, and teal. So pretty much, I'm in love with the Pre-Fall collections this year.

There is also an abundance of the "very cool artist aunt who lives in a loft space and was photographed by Warhol and only wears giant bracelets" look.

Which, of course, is best. So I'll be going through my faves...but I am bursting with excitement over...

Jason Wu's Pre-Fall Perfection.

High Waists, Dramatic Lip, Femme Fatale, Feminine Embellishments, Unexpected Colors, all the best rolled into a Jason Wu brain. I think my excitement can't even be contained by just one post. So keep your eyes peeled for more WU!!!

Cape on ANOTHER LEVEL. I so so wanna see it from the back.

I think this dress would look good in any size. Also I love the lines with the shoes. It is sharp and sweet.

Perfectly tailored, incredible colors, detailing. Just put someone a bit bustier in there (ahem) and you have a show stopper. (and also BURGUNDY!!!)

All photos: Style.com, Jason Wu

Capes Galore

2011-12-10T10:04:00.001-08:00

Capes Galore by norashmora featuring a short coat

Siren Makeup on the Runway....

2011-12-09T17:18:00.000-08:00

Fall 2006 Christian Dior

Fall 2005 Christian Dior

This idea of trying out the crazy dramatic eyebrow is becoming more and more appealing thanks to Mr.Galliano.

Fashion Inspiration: Smokin' Sirens

2011-12-09T11:31:00.000-08:00

I found these photos on the incredible Retronaut Blog (be careful with that place, you can loose a lot of time going back in time. I have keep going back to look at these photos. The make up is incredible. Somehow they pull off eyebrows and makeup that is so extreme without looking like on of the ladies in 'Brazil' (film) or as though they are perpetually startled or angry.

They just look smokin', fierce, and Over The Top in the best of ways. I am curious to play around with this look. I may share as long as I don't look like a startled Meerkat.

Pola Negeri

Clara Bow

Josephine Baker

Mary Brian (oh and her shoes! meeep!)

Outfit Post!

2011-12-07T12:00:00.000-08:00

Outfit Deets:

Coat: 1950's Camel Hair, Goodwill in Bedstuy

Dress: Grey Grecian Dress by 213, bought at Mauries in downtown LA (I go with my moms!)

Cardigan: Banana Republic on sale

Socks: Thigh High Black socks from www.sockdreams.com (obsessed)

Necklace: bought at the Brooklyn Flea Market. It is handy for instantly looking like the Monopoly guy if the situation calls for it.

Amazeballs High Heels: I ordered these online from Urban, but sadly I think I am returning them, as they are a bit too unstable for my former dancer old ladyeasily injured self. (I twisted my knee in them)

So so sad.

Street Style Trend Alert: When CAPES attack!

2011-12-06T09:49:00.000-08:00

Le Cape! C'est Magnifique!

I have noticed and been swept up in an affinity for capes this fall. So ladylike. Here are some of the latest cape street style shots I captured of capes in action.

(More to come!)

This look somehow hits all the perfect notes of masculine and feminine.

What i love about both of these shots is the color and texture. The student on the left (she was late for class and still let me snap a shot) pairs a neutral with a blampop of a primary blue! The person on the right is enveloped with deep cozy burgundy (a current color obsession of mine) and black, which set off her hair and accessories.

I love this woman's smile, and her vintage Bakelite Jewelry!

Oh and a Cape for Me!

I recently purchased this beautiful cape from Etsy seller pixie007 (who was lovely by the way) and I couldn't be more happy! It fits me like a dream, and it is 1960's coral pink wool with a sherbert lining. So so perfect and different than what is in the stores. Outfit Photos coming soon promise!

Paul McDonough's New York City 1968-1978

2011-12-05T09:31:00.000-08:00

Photos: The Retronaut by way of The Paris Review and Paul McDonough

Groovy Kind of Mood

2011-12-04T13:27:00.001-08:00

Groovy Kind of Mood by norashmora featuring high heels

Pie and Coffee at Midnight

2011-12-04T10:00:00.000-08:00

I'm in a lazy Tom Waits sort of day. And Tom Waits (especially this album, "Heart of Saturday Night") always makes me think of Edward Hopper paintings.

Tom Waits's music and Edward Hopper paintings, the two go together like pie and coffee at midnight.


"Nighthawks" by Edward Hopper

Exercise Tips....with the Winkies. Wink. Wink. Wink. Wink.

2011-12-03T23:01:00.000-08:00

Photo scan: Strumpets Bazaar. From "Women's Magazine" The 20th of December 1955.

Street Style: Beautiful in Blue

2011-12-03T10:00:00.000-08:00

Redheads in Blue. Always Works. This lovely lady was so very charming. I love her Blue and Cream Leaf Print Jumper, her Bright Red locks, and her stunning SMILE! What a way to dress for a gloomy fall day.

I adore her vintage style make up and her vibrant nails!

Get it girl!

Amelie de Poulain goes to NY for a year.

2011-12-02T00:48:00.001-08:00

Amelie de Poulain goes to NY for a year. by norashmora featuring vintage jewelry

St.Marilyn

2011-12-01T23:11:00.000-08:00

First off, please do excuse the totally queermo obscure reference to Patrick Califia. However, ever since reading 'Macho Sluts", I love to think that I have my own Saint Marilyn, like the femme character does in one of the stories.

A Saint Marilyn to help me on my Femme way. To keep me from falling in heels, reminding me where to put perfume, and that I can wear anything with the right attitude.

The hair, the pants, the range. I love the photo booth quality of this montage. Monroe meet Amelie de Poulain

Oh Michelle Williams....oh Hay girl Haaaay.

She seems to have Miss Monroe down to a T! I am so excited to see this! Who's with me?

Sometimes you just need to act like an Ostritch. The urge just hits.

2011-12-01T10:33:00.000-08:00

Yes. Act like an ostritch...or emu? Exotic bird? Coming out of an old lady's brain? Ok I was doing my best.

Outfit Deets:

50's Camel Hair Coat - Bed Stuy Goodwill $19

50's Vintage Fur Shawl - Brooklyn Beacon's Closet $15

Envelope Black Leather Purse: Out of the Closet LA $8

photo by torro.