The Boyfriend Cardigan in the Edwardian Era?

Yes, folks you have read that right. I was browsing through this website, when I stumbled across some cardigans that look like the popular boyfriend cardigans of today.

Edwardian:

 Modern:

Boyfriend Cardigans by Bramblewood Fashion featuring Oasis tops

It goes to show that fashion repeats itself. =)

~Ashley

Inspiration from the Victorian Trading Co.

I was just browsing through the Victorian Trading Co. website the other day, and I discovered some lovely pieces! Even if they are very expensive, it is still a great site to get inspiration! :)

September Sonnet Blouse - Appearing to be a a two piece ensemble, this ruffled confection is a singular entity. I just love this blouse! It is so sweet and lady like.

Sweet Soho Shirt - Vintage lace meets tie-dye. Romantic elements flirt with bohemian trendiness and the end result: pretty. Softest cotton and lace. An unusual but cute top. I like it. :)

Embroidered Bed Jacket - Kitten-soft brushed fleece is sewn into a sweet cover-up and embroidered with pastel satin ribbons... for reading in bed, trips to the kitchen for midnight cravings, or modesty with house guests. Especially appreciated by the convalescent and popular over tank tops with jeans. A sweet little jacket.

Peaches & Cream Dress - A wispy chemise dress overlays an underslip with scalloped detail at neck that peeks demurely through the delicate embroidery. An adorable and sweet little dress. 

Juliet Dress - A baroque motif is rendered in embroidery upon the bodice of a high-waisted dress. Sewn of an ethereal chiffon that is dyed a ruddy cantaloupe hue. For when ever you want to be Juliet from "Romeo and Juliet", or any other Renaissance lady. 

Riviera Robe - A pristine cotton wrap is as airy as a June breeze. Pretty bell sleeves and side tie will encompass you with soft coolness after a shower, or swim. Wouldn't this be lovely to wear in the morning with a cup of tea and a good book?

Tasha Polizzi Bomber Jacket - Amelia Earhart would envy this flounce-sleeved leather jacket that takes this classic to a prettier place. Buttery-soft, distressed leather implies a strongwilled woman with a soft side as well. A cute, feminine leather jacket.

Poetic Pea Coat - The doublebreasted classic takes a pretty turn with romantic styling.  A lovely romantic style pea coat.

Fanciful Slippers ...for padding around the house on restful evenings when candles replace the sunlight.  Aren't these the cutest things you ever saw?!? I LOVE them! :)

Mocha Latte Dress - A subtle infusion of raspberry within the pale java hue marries with cream colored details that are ultimately beguiling. Isn't this dress a dream? So, creamy and lovely! Ah! :)

If you would like to see more lovely things, may I recommend that you check out the actual site, http://www.victoriantradingco.com/.   

May I introduce to you...

A Girls Guide to Home Life, my latest blogging adventure. This blog will be covering subjects like: sewing, cooking, care of the home, etiquette, etc. You know, the good old-fashion topics of home life. I'll also be posting scans/pictures of some of my old books, that are in my personal library, on sewing, cooking, etiquette, and the like. Maybe I'll also do some of my old magazines. :-)

See you over there!

~Ashley


P.S. This new blog is going to be more along the lines of old-fashion home life. While Bramblewood Fashion, is my sewing and modern fashion blog. :-)