Stockings

Did you know that stocking were considered a luxury item in the early 30's to mid 40's... women who could not afford them would dye their legs with tea and draw a black line (using eyeliner) down the back of their legs to create the 'stocking' effect. Talk about creativity.

Bettie Page

This morning has been kind of slow and lazy for me... I needed  a boost of inspiration therefore I figured Bettie would most definitely put a kick in my spirits!

By the way, don't you just love this gal's bang!? 

all images from Pintrest 

Balenciaga / Black and White Portraits

I stumbled across these beautiful Balenciaga photographs and was immediately inspired by the dramatic poses and couture wear.

image credit: hot parade 

doll face...

Lucille ... what a gorgeous face!

fantasy...

mermaid

Guess my fascination with mermaids will never go away...I love this photograph.