Who Inspires Me (Fashion Wise) | Lauren Bacall

I know it has been a really long time since I have done one of these. Like really long. Some of my readers may not even know of this series. If you haven't seen any of these posts before, here is who I've  done so far: Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, Judy Garland, and Deanna Durbin.

Today's post is going to be on Lauren Bacall, one of my new favorite actresses. She was married to one of my favorite actors, Humphrey Bogart, and I simply adore the movies that they do together. But we are not talking about Bogie right now, but Bacall his wife. *smiles*

An adorable outfit that Bacall wears in Key Largo {1948} with Bogie. Very simple, yet chic.

 Adorable pant and blouse outfit. Love the button details on her blouse. 

Lovely lace blouse that could be perfect for 2011.

Love, love, love this stripe dress. {the fireplace is cute too!}

A full view picture of the outfit Bacall wears in Key Largo {1948}.

Movies I've seen her in: 

• To Have & Have Not {1944}
• Key Largo {1948}

On my "to watch list":

• The Big Sleep {1946} - This one is going to be on TCM come November 1st.
• Dark Passage {1947} - I own this one. Just haven't watched it yet. 
• Designing Woman {1957} - I'll be taping this one Wednesday on the TCM channel.

I can't believe I've only seen two of her movies so far. Well, that will be remedy soon.

What's your favorite outfit of Lauren Bacall's? And what's your favorite film with her? I'm always open to Old Hollywood movie recommendations.

Fall Fashion Challenge 2011

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The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It's the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows & the beauty of a woman only grows with passing years. - Audrey Hepburn


It has been awhile since we have hosted a fashion week. So I thought it was high time we hosted another one. Sound good? This one is going to be slightly different from the other ones we have done. I explain below.

What You Need to Know

When is the wonderful event?

November 6 - 12th {Sunday - Saturday}

What is it all about?

Showcasing how we can dress modestly and fashionable {meaning non-frumpy} during the fall months. Also during each day of the fashion week there is going to be a challenge for you. Don't worry, it is going to be fun!  

How can I participate?

By posting photos of your outfits on your blog and linking them {your blog post, please!} up on Bramblewood Fashion daily via Mr. Linky which will be found in my outfit posts everyday.

What should I wear?

Besides keeping modesty and Fall weather in mind there will be a challenge for each day. They are the following:

Sunday - There is no challenge for this day. You can do what ever you want.

Monday - Black & Brown/ Red & Pink / any color combinations that don't normally go together.

Tuesday - Bold Tights {color, prints, patterns, lace-y...}

Wednesday - Dress like your favorite era. {1910s, 1940s, 1970s, etc...}

Thursday - Polka dots. {If you don't have polka dots, you can do another print you own.}

Friday - Your favorite Fall trend. {I have a post on the Fall trends here.}

Saturday - Wear a hat. 

Are there any rules?

I only have one rule. Keep it modest. Make sure your outfit are modest and not too short and reveling. If I find your outfit entry to be objective or suggestive I have the right to remove your link. {You can wear pants and long-ish shorts too.}

What can you do?

Spread the word! Tell your friends and try to get them involved in this week. I have several HTML buttons for all of you to use below to help spread the word. Just copy and paste the HTML code. If you have any questions let me know. I will try to get back with you.

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Will you be joining in the fun?

Disclaimer: none of these pictures in the post are mine. I found them all on pinterest. picture one. two. three.

I ♥ Thursday {no. 15}

These adorable oxford heels that I bought on Forever21.com Tuesday night. I've been wanting a pair of oxford heels since 2009, so I wasn't about to let these slip through my fingers {like so many pairs before these} and become sold out before I could buy them. So I snatched them up right away. =)

I've been wearing this grey skinny belt with almost every outfit since it arrived in the mail last Tuesday. It is the perfect shade of grey and the perfect length. And for only $1.50 it's a steal.

Source: casabelladecor.blogspot.com via Ashley on Pinterest

The perfect amount of vintage & country charm.

Frank Sinatra

What have you been loving this week?

What I Wore | 1959 Meets a Country Vibe

1960s dress hand-me-down {made by my sister, Gabrielle}/ mustard tights forever 21/ pearl clustered earrings claire's/ tan boots target

I adore this dress. I've loved it ever since my sister, Gabrielle, made it a couple years ago. I know that some of you are going to ask, what pattern did she use. Right? Well, she used vintage McCall's 5294 {1959}. I love this dress {the buttons down the front are faux} and was so excited to hear that Gabrielle was getting rid of it. I pounced on the chance for the dress to be mine. That is one of the great things about having sisters {that are also all around the same size} you have a shopping mall right in the house. {Right, Long girls?} *smiles*

You may notice that my bangs are pulled back. I've been loving them pinned back into a little poof. I've always loved the look, but was never to do it myself with my side sweep bangs. So I've kinda been going crazy with this look right now.

Y'all need to check out Sarah's blog, Through the Lilac Bushes, right now. She is having a sort of blog party with giveaways and interviews.

Before I go, don't forget the sale I'm having in my etsy shop right now.

What I Wore - Shades of Grey & Blue

grey cardigan forever 21/ grey belt forever 21/ bib necklace bass shoe outlet/ white tank j.c.penny/ bracelets forever 21/ argyle tights j.c.penny or kohl's/ teacher's pet skirt c/o shabby apple / black flats payless

This week I styled one of Shabby Apple's newest skirts, Teacher's Pet.  I've loved it since it was released, was that last month? So I was delighted when they sent me this skirt to wear. Wasn't that nice of them? Well, I can't wait to style it many different ways this fall and winter.

How would you style this skirt?

2011 Fall Trends

There are several fall trends I'm looking forward to doing this year. Now normally I don't follow the trends too much. But this year, many of the trends are what I love to wear! What are the odds of that? *laughs* So with out further ado, some of the trends for this fall.

Fall Fashion Trends: Polka Dots by bramblewoodfashion featuring eva franco dress

Polka Dots: I'm always wearing polka dots as they are one of my favorite prints. With them being a trend this fall it will make it that much easier to find things that are polka doted. *smiles*

Fall Fashion Trends: Mustard by bramblewoodfashion featuring a skinny belt

Mustard yellow: I was in love with this color last year, but I never bought anything that was mustard {except for fabric for my pencil skirt I made last summer}. That is all going to change this year for me. I would love to have shoes, belt, purse, hat, and scarf all in this wonderful color. *sighs*

Fall Fashion Trends: Plaid by bramblewoodfashion featuring a green plaid dress

Large Over-sized Plaids (Granny Style): What an exciting trend! Plaid. I already own a largish sized plaid coat (made it back in 2009, you can see the post here), and several plaid skirts. Oh, I almost forgot, a plaid scarf too.

Fall Fashion Trends: Maxi Skirt + Chunky Sweater by bramblewoodfashion featuring knit tops

Chunky Sweaters Over Maxi Dresses/Skirts: I already did this trend once {pictures here} and loved it. I just don't own many maxi dresses, or skirts for that matter. I find that they can get in the way when sewing (I'm always getting up and down from the floor). But I still love this look. It is also an easy way to bring your summer wardrobe into your fall wardrobe.

Fall Fashion Trends: 1970s by bramblewoodfashion featuring a plunge neck dress

1970s: The 70s are coming back and I don't know what to think. I'm on the fence about this one. While it is nice that fuller pant legs are coming back. Oh, also floppy hats - love them! But overall I'm still not sure. :p What do you girls think?

Fall Fashion Trends: Western by bramblewoodfashion featuring old gringo boots

American Western (Southwest): Is in everywhere at stores. You can buy western themed scarfs, purses, jewelry, and what not everywhere. This will make shopping for my sister, Hanne-col much easier for me this Christmas. As she loves the western style. *smiles*

What trends are looking forward to this fall?

Hey, I just thought of a really cool idea. Wouldn't it be awesome if online stores let you searched by color, or trend? I love having clothes organized by color. In fact, my closet is organized by color within the sub-categories {tops, skirts, sweaters, vests).