Fashion in the 1980s was not only the New Wave, neon-colored, spandexed, Flashdance attire that we always think defines the style of that decade. There was definitely a more classic side, with the Sloane Ranger (Princess Diana) and Preppy look. There was also a more romantic, traditional look in dresses, with the popularity of Laura… Read more »
Posts Tagged: summer
Clotheslines in Late Summer
As I was hanging my laundry out on the clothesline today, I realized that it is the perfect time of year for air-drying. Temps are in the upper 70s, and there is a moderate breeze to keep things moving on the line. Since Mother Nature is unpredictable, it’s nice to have an optimum balance, especially… Read more »
Pepsi-Cola: The Modern Refreshment of 1955
This is a great Pepsi-Cola ad from the August 1955 issue of Woman’s Home Companion magazine. The artist’s depiction of a fashionable young couple on the beach is just delightful! I love her striped bathing suit, and his bold print swim trunks. The ad even states: No need to explain what land and what age… Read more »
How To Do Your Laundry For (Practically) Free
I’ve been doing my laundry frugally for over 10 years now, after my clothes dryer gave up the ghost. I often forget that most people don’t do laundry this way (at least in America), so I’d like to share my money-saving and environmentally-friendly routine. It may take a little getting used to, but summertime is… Read more »
The September/Labor Day/FiOS Transition
All of a sudden it’s Labor Day. And September 1st. Two momentous days rolled up into one. Just the very word, September, carries with it new beginnings as well as a weightier tome. And what could be a more onerous name for a holiday as ‘Labor Day’? It’s a signal that more serious days are… Read more »
Summertime, and the Laundry is Easy
We’ve finally hit a patch of hot weather here in Seattle, which is right in keeping with the old local adage that summertime starts July 5th. I look forward to this kind of weather all year; the interminable dark damp gray days 9 months of the year make it seem magical in comparison. Since I’m… Read more »
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!