Thursday, June 2, 2011

An Afternoon with Dior.

I had the pleasure of taking an amazing class last semester that covered major trends in fashion from 1900 to the 1970s. Being a lover of vintage, I was familiar with a lot of the subject matter, but I found out there was a LOT I didn't know. Spending 4 hours a week soaking up knowledge about the great designers (and trends) of the 20th century was to say the least, a dreamy ideal for me! This particular day, my instructor brought in her limited edition Christian Dior "New Look" Barbie. She is not only is wearing exact copies of his 1947  "Corolle" collection but also has authentic underpinnings as well! I don't think I've been this enamored with a Barbie since I was 8.

The only logical after school activity for fashion students? Reading the latest glossies at Chapters. Marisa and I tend to get a little silly around each other...

Thrifted jacket, shirt.
Gap skirt.
Urban Outfitters necklace.
Dollar Store tights.
Granny's Bootery boots.

11 comments:

Rebecca Jane said...

I think I definitely would have been just as excited about that barbie - it is amazing!

April said...

Oh my gosh, that Barbie is exquisite!

Miriam said...

Gahhh that class sounds amazing. And what a gorgeous Barbie! I love the stockings, haha ;)
p.s. you guys are fun! And I love your skirt!
M xo

Courtney Denton said...

That sounds like the perfect class! I can't wait until I get to take more fashion-oriented courses next year. Your skirt is adorable too! I love the ribbon tied on the side,

-Courtney

Kenyetta said...

wow i don't think a barbie can get more stylish than that! i loove your skirt too!

Shelby said...

looks so fun!

Unknown said...

That sounds like such a fun class to take! That Barbie is so awesome too. I love her hat.

April said...

fabulous look, of course :)

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Jo - Lost in the Haze said...

The Barbie is so amazing! I love the stockings especially!

x
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Laura said...

OMG that Barbie is amazing! I want one! *grabby hands* So jealous you got to play with it, and got to take a really cool class last semester!
Your outfit is super cute, especially the skirt and jacket :).
- Laura

erin (calivintage) said...

oh YOU. always being so darn adorable.

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