I love dressing up for the beach and styling swimsuits with that special combination of retro, boho, and elegance. They are hard to come across, but that just makes them all the more unique. Throughout this article, I’ll share my 10 favorite retro swimwear brands. I hope these nostalgic prints and playful shapes inspire you to hit the beach in style soon!
Before we begin, there’s something that I’d like to clarify, and confess in a way: I believe that all female bodies are beach-ready. The problem is that we’ve fallen prey to the idea that physical perfection is not only possible but desirable. False. Truth be told, every single woman I have ever met has had insecurities around the body parts you’d least expect! Some think their legs are too short, others think they’re too long; some feel like their belly isn’t flat enough, others complain because their chest is too flat. At the end of the day, your “bikini body” has more to do with confidence and comfort than it does with weight or muscles. Bottom line: nobody looks good in a swimsuit that isn’t the right fit for their body!
So, as you go through this list, please keep in mind that it’s the girl’s attitude what makes the swimwear and not the other way around 🙂
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1. Mara Hoffman
No one does prints like Mara Hoffman! This particular one-piece reminds me of retro technicolor movies.
Price: $225
2. Agua Bendita
If you’ve been following me on Instagram, you know that I’m a full-on #BenditaGirl. Everything about their fabrics and styling is a boho chic dream. Bendito Suiza, for example, combines charming blue stripes with a scalloped white eyelet fabric.
Price: $214
3. Seea
Seea’s unique touch is the brilliant combination of simple patterns like stripes and free-flowing objects from nature. Find their stunning bikinis at Anthropologie.
Price: $70 (bottom) and $80 (top)
4. Beach Riot
While this label sells many 2-piece swimsuits, I think their showstoppers are deep plunge one-pieces featuring retro patterns like this one.
Price: $175
5. She Made Me
Artisan handmade crochet. Need I say more? Again, if you follow my adventures on Instagram my love for crochet swimwear isn’t new to you. This Wrap Triangle Black Bikini is the perfect combination of retro and sexy, without looking vulgar.
Price: $121
6. Betsey Johnson
American designer Betsey Johnson needs no introduction. Her fresh perspective on color and prints comes together in lively, never boring pieces. I also find that her fabrics are comfortable and she thinks about different body sizes in creating swimsuits like this one-piece.
Price: $100
7. Maaji
Maaji creates bikinis for #RealMermaids. They recently got acquired by the fashion house that owns Louis Vuitton, meaning you can expect to see even more of their unique brand of bohemian elegance. This particular 2-piece features vintage-inspired lace details and a woven bandeau top.
Price: $69 (bottom) and $68 (top)
8. Reina Olga
Reina Olga’s Showpony Swimsuit evokes South Beach’s Art Deco era with a pastel colorblock and body-hugging shape.
Price: $195
9. Solid and Striped
The name says it all. This label has mastered the combination of solid colors and stripes in combinations I didn’t even know possible. The Anne-Marie is a great example of vibrant stripes.
Price: $168
10. Tommy Hilfiger
If there’s a brand that has truly embraced its roots and heritage this year, it’s Tommy Hilfiger. They’ve taken contemporary trends and combined them with Tommy’s classic aesthetic. This one-piece is a great example of that mix.
Price: $106
Know any other brands that are designing amazing retro swimsuits? Let me know in the comments below!
The perfect pair of shades can frame your face and bring out the very best of your unique features. Inspired by the vibrant spirit of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, retro sunglasses are a great addition to any closet or travel suitcase. While there are many retro styles to choose from, these are the 8 most popular frame shapes from the past that new brands are bringing back.
Popular Types of Retro Sunglasses
Butterfly: These resemble the shape of butterfly wings, with oversized frames with a gentle upsweep in the outer edges.
Aviator: Originally created by Ray-Ban in the 1930s, Aviators evoke pilots’ goggles and a sporty feel.
Cat-eye: Similar to Butterfly frames, but the upsweep is much more dramatic and sharp — as in a cat’s eyes.
Round: Circular lenses usually paired with thin, metallic rims and temples. John Lennon immortalized the small round sunglass look, reminiscent of reading spectacles.
Wayfarer:Â Wayfarers feature trapezoidal lenses with thick plastic frames, and were initially conceived by Ray Ban’s parent company as a mid-century classic in 1952.
Pantos: Pantos sunglasses look like round models with a slight elongation and tilt at the bottom of the eye. The top is flatter than in round lenses, and both bridges and temples are placed higher than usual.
Browline: The bold upper part of the frames frame the lenses in the same way that eyebrows frame the eyes — hence the name “browline”. They first emerged in the 50s and 60s. Clubmaster, by Ray-Ban, became one of the most popular browline models in the 1980s.
Pilot: Similar to Aviators. Pilot sunglasses, however, tend to be oversized and have a thicker bridge. The top bar and bridge are usually united to form a single piece, which makes these sunglasses look like goggles.
To help you visualize these shapes, I paired them with chic examples from 10 affordable brands that are doing an amazing job at reviving these timeless frames. None of the sunglasses listed below are above and the cheapest pair starts at $9.99.
I hope these 8 retro sunglasses and the brands behind them have gotten you excited about trying something new. I know just putting this roundup together turned out to be more expensive than I expected — sorry, credit card! What are your favorite retro sunglass brands these days? Let me know in the comments section below.
I LOVE hand painted signs, and I feel that with so many fonts, graphic tools and apps out there people have forgotten this gorgeous form of art. The romanticism of a hand-written note, the nostalgic air around chalk signs inside stores, invitations with your name in script (as in “someone took the time” script)… I miss it all! So, considering I have no clue about calligraphy (would love to learn!), I decided to go at it with a bit of DIY and instinct. At the end, I think it looks a bit naive, but because the quote I used is naive too, I actually think it works! Though this is obviously a Beatles’ quote, I was actually inspired by the way Dakota Fanning says it in I am Sam. Best use of “All You Need is Love” ever!
Anyway, I hope you like it and feel inspired to do it on your own. I also created 2 desktop background freebies that you can download at the bottom of this post.
Finding online vintage clothing stores with great taste can be a hassle. To begin with, you’ll find many different types of shops that range from those who sell new items that look vintage to those who offer genuine, pre-owned actually vintage pieces that have been repaired, refurbished, or modernized. Both types of stores will help you add a retro touch to your wardrobe, but you need to be careful in that too much of a vintage look can quickly cross the line to costume. There’s a delicate and fun balance in mixing modern garments with vintage accessories or a retro pair of jeans with an edgy new shirt. Mix and match!
I’ll share a list of my go-to online vintage clothing stores in three categories: those that sell new garments with a vintage style, those that sell affordable pre-owned vintage pieces, and those that handle the more luxe end of the spectrum: valuable designer pieces whose value has increased over the years.
I’m actually part of the crazy group of brides that got #MarriedinModcloth. This online store carries everything from retro chic sundresses to cute peep toe shoes. What they’re best at, in my opinion, is formalwear. If you like lace, embroidery, and embellishments, this is the site for you. While we’re at it, here’s a shot of that time I eloped at San Francisco City Hall. The dress, called Gilded Grace, is still available at Modcloth and is one of their most popular garments by far.
Anthropologie is the type of store where you go in thinking you’ll buy one, maybe two, things and end up praying the credit card will pass for your absolutely-necessary 560 items. Like Modcloth, Anthropologie conveys a cute chic vibe: the type of retro outfit that gets you compliments from every woman around. They are not shops where you’ll find more rebellious looks with a grunge feel, for example. Anthropologie makes retro chic feel effortless. Take this easygoing floral top:
They also carry Mara Hoffman, one of my absolute favorite swimwear designers. She does other things, but it’s in swimwear where her magic textile design skills really shine.
Free People is for the boho chic vintage lovers that need something a little more laid back. Light cottons and raw details is what they’re most known for, but they cover a wide range of styles these days. In my opinion, no one competes with their loose beachwear that still makes you look like you own the place. It’s gypsy meets fancy resort in ways that I can’t explain. See for yourself and you’ll understand.
I’ll admit that I only learned about Madewell very recently. I had heard about the brand, mostly from people living in the US West Coast, but had never felt intrigued to learn more about it. A few months ago I started looking for a pair of jeans that would really last. I guess I was just exhausted to see my favorite pair look unusable just when the fit and wear had reached that awesome point. You know what I’m talking about: the point where it’s basically an extension of your body. And that’s how I found Madewell, and their incredibly well-produced garments, and fell in love.
Another brand I learned about not so long ago. (In hindsight, how on Earth had I not bumped into them before?!). Planet Blue is similar to Free People in that it caters to us gypsies who prefer something loose and only subtly revealing in the right places. Comfort and style go hand in hand with a retro bohemian piece like the Rorey Romper.
6. Nasty Gal
While no longer owned by the original Nasty Gal, Sofia Amoruso, we have every reason to believe that the brand will preserve its loud, confident 1990s voice. Nasty Gal is not for the faint of heart: there are transparencies, bold necklines, and utter defiance to be found in every single outfit. It’s what you wear when you’re feeling daring and feminine, excited and powered up. If you’re anything like me, and like the delicate/bold mix, this is the kind of Nasty Gal dress you might fall for.
Where to find affordable pre-owned vintage clothing
7. Etsy
Etsy is a fantastic place to find repaired vintage clothing at an accessible price. Because it is home to many global sellers, you will find fashion geniuses transforming vintage denim in places as remote as Russia. I say transforming because these artisans really do breathe new life into these pieces. Sometimes they end up looking better than the original! Here’s a pair of high-waist Levis from a shop I love and have ordered from before.
Again, another incredible marketplace where you’ll find global sellers hunting and refurbishing vintage garments. Asos classifies the vintage pieces by brand, so it is really easy to find what you’re looking for. Unlike regular, new Asos items, products in the marketplace are sold and fulfilled directly by sellers. Stella Blasi’s Collection, for example, is all about handmade reconstructed jackets like this one.
Look no further than Rue La La for dreamy designer garments from decades ago that have now become 10 times more valuable. Here’s the catch: vintage clothing is sold in exclusive, time-limited events. That means you need to sign up as a member and stay on top of their emails to catch the right piece just in time.
Because Vestiaire allows direct peer-to-peer selling of pre-owned items, it is the perfect marketplace to get that special designer piece you fell in love with from an old collection. Vestiaire Collective is in the luxury resale business, so you’ll find brands as exclusive as Dior, Fendi, and Gucci. This site is particularly great to grab luxury vintage accessories like purses and jewelry — items that are timeless and age well.
Know and love any other vintage clothing stores?
I’d love to take a look. Leave a note in the comments below.
Food in Tulum combines the best of Mexican flavors and international cuisine. I found amazing fusions between traditional spices and wood-fired pizzas, black beans and everyday breakfast items, spicy salsa and a Mediterranean octopus. I created this list to help you figure out which are the best restaurants in Tulum, where to eat at a fair price, and whether you should make any preparations beforehand. You will find that Latin American culture tends to forego the formalities involved in table reservations, but highly popular restaurants must still do so given their traffic.
On to the list:
Posada Margherita
Incredibly photogenic and full of personality, Posada Margherita is an oddity in the middle of so many tacos and tortillas. It is primarily an Italian restaurant, but there’s something about its flair that feels extremely local to Tulum. If you’re anything like me, you’ll love its casual vintage feel, the tiny candle workshops upon entering, the wild vegetation carefully grown along the sides.
Posada Margherita in Tulum
The entrance
La Eufemia
I’ll admit that I found La Eufemia 100% by accident. I’ll also admit that this is exactly how I’ve found some of the best restaurants I’ve been to in my life. La Eufemia is where you’ll have cheap flavorful tacos to the sound of upbeat beach music, surrounded by a lively crowd. There’s a hut where you can sit at a table or you can go the beach route and sit directly in front of the ocean. Either way, this casual spot deserves a visit — at least once. One quick fun fact before you go: La Eufemia is actually the name of the place’s beloved dog, and she’s just telling me everything about it in the photo below. We’re BFFs now.
Eufemia the dog
Juanita Diavola
You’ll find this incredible brick oven place right next to Posada Margherita, as a part of hotel Coco Tulum. Since I stayed at the hotel, I thought it couldn’t hurt to try what had already been ranked as one of the best pizzas in Tulum. It didn’t disappoint! Crunchy crust, fresh ingredients (including local seafood!), and live music on the weekends? You had me at crunchy, but everything else is also stellar.
Pizza and live music at Juanita Diavola
Mur Mur
Go straight to the bar. What a mysterious and totally charming ambiance! They’ve elevated that genuine patio feel with fancy drinks and carefully curated music. Mur Mur is where I found a bartender that finally explained to me what it was about Tulum that made it magical. Flavors are there, and you can’t leave without trying the octopus or a drink of premium Mezcal — grasshoppers (chapulines) included! Fun fact: ChapulĂn, the word Mexicans use for certain insects in the cricket family, is where the world-famous “ChapulĂn Colorado” got its superhero name. ChapulĂn Colorado is a fictional character created by Roberto GĂłmez Bolaños (Chespirito), undoubtedly the most famous Mexican comedian of all time.
Octopus at Mur Mur in Tulum
Ziggy’s
Breakfast is served. This is where you start the day with more than just a sunny side up. Even a “simple” meal of fried eggs is turned into a fascinating fusion by adding a mix of tomatoes, tortilla, and spices. Ziggy Beach, which is mainly a hotel, also offers lunch, dinner, and drinks open to non-guests. Check out their menu and get a taste for the type of surprises you’re in for.
Breakfast at Ziggy’s
Gitano
Ambiance is everything in this bespoke tropical gem. Succulents, candles, and palm trees surrounding you, there’s very little a place can do to disappoint you. Gitano offers an amazing selection of Mezcals, cocktails, and small bites. You can´t go wrong with the fire-roasted tomato flatbread and the Shrimp al Pil-Pil tacos. For a detailed explanation of Mexican taco types, check out this guide.
A night at Gitano in Tulum
Others
Coco Beach Bar: A hip resto-bar inside the Coco Tulum hotel. Great seafood and cocktails for a quick afternoon meal watching the sunset. Swings are a plus.
What is it about beachside food that makes it taste SO much better?
Hartwood: Call before you go. I cannot overstate this. There is virtually no chance of getting in unless you make a reservation with enough time. Considered by many as one of the best restaurants in Tulum, Hartwood features Mayan flavors cooked in a wood-burning oven and grill.
If you’re sitting in front of an empty bag wondering what on Earth to wear on your trip to Tulum, this article has got you covered. Beach destinations are always challenging because they involve sand, water, and heat. Those three elements call for an entirely different wardrobe — especially if you live in a cold city to begin with.  Even if you do live in a city with hot weather year-round, there’s a high chance you’re not normally concerned with how fast your clothes dry up or whether they’ll take dirt gracefully. See? I told you. 🙂
What to Wear in Tulum
What you’ll find below are my recommendations as far as what to wear on your next trip to Tulum and how to style each piece to have the most comfortable, exciting, and (why not!) fashion-forward stay possible.
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Shorts & Other Bottoms
Shorts are a no-brainer for hot climates, but I do have a few suggestions around the types of shorts that you’ll want to bring with you. To begin with, avoid thick denim because it just adds to the heat you’ll experience anywhere in the Caribbean. Go for thinner fabrics and looser fits. Something about 100°F just makes clothes feel stickier, and pants that are too tight just make the entire thing worse. These “mom shorts” by Urban Outfitters are retro, comfortable, and flexible at the same time.
Color-wise, I suggest sticking to blacks, browns, greens, and denim. White shorts are some of the most unpractical items to pack for a trip to… anywhere really. I am not just saying this because an entire bottle of Mezcal broke inside our bag and my husband’s white bermudas got horribly stained. I am not even saying this happened. But if you think there’s a chance it did, and there’s a chance it could happen to you too, avoid all-whites.
Now, if you’re more of a skirt type of person, the loose fit advice remains. Go for wrap-around skirts that can be easily turned into cover-ups. Versatility is incredibly important when you pack for beach trips. Because you’ll (hopefully!) be jumping from restaurants to streets to shorelines all day, you’ll find that flexible garments are priceless.
Swimming Suits and Cover-Ups
Swimwear is where you’ll know exactly what suits you best. As long as it is made with light Lycra, highlights the best parts of your body, and doesn’t cause awkward tan lines, go for the style you like best. I do have one suggestion that will make your suit a bit more versatile for all those events we just talked about: bring at least one piece that can double as a shirt. This is probably the weirdest recommendation you’ve read, but I found that the one swimming suit I could wear with high shorts or a high-waist skirt was, by far, the one I wore the most. It dried up quickly, looked tropical, and still allowed me to catch some sun — this garment just got the work done.
The one swimming suit I wore a million times
Blouses, Dresses, and Tunics
This leads me to tunics. Those laid-back, light mini dresses that you could spend days wearing. Take this advice from someone who lives and works in 100°F weather over 200 days/year: beach-to-city is what you want to aim for. Forget day-to-night, the type of garment you need is something that will dry up fast enough to let you catch that reservation within an hour. Don’t assume that you’ll have time to change clothes before you hit the next stop on your trip, and please don’t add that kind of pressure to your itinerary. Instead, try to find pieces that can transform with a few changes here and there.
Lastly, and this advice goes for every single thing you pack: avoid clothing that needs to be ironed aka wouldn’t look great while entirely wrinkled. Just do it.
Accessories for Tulum
But how can you create that whole beach-to-city look without carrying an entire new outfit in your bag? Accessories are the answer. Headpieces like bandanas and jewelry can get you there in 5 minutes. Let’s look at a few ways to do this.
Statement earrings that can get wet
I brought all four earrings in the Nostalgiosity Tulum Collection and enjoyed alternating them during the entire trip. Since they are made of gold-plated bronze, they’ll take a significant amount of humidity and sand without losing shine. You can always take them off while diving into the water and put them back on for some effortless beach glam.
Bandanas
Get a bandana. It will deal with horrible hair days so that you don’t have to. Even if you have the best hair in the world, humidity and dirt have immediate consequences. The so-called beach hair is nice for a day or two, but there’s only so much of that crazy volume that you can stand without feeling uncomfortable for the entire trip. So get a headband, bandana, or scrunchy to put it away whenever you want to.
Don’t make this more complicated than it needs to be: bring one pair of sunglasses that works well with everything. If not, bring one pair that works with blacks, one that works with browns, and something that doesn’t really go well with anything but is an outfit in and of itself. A classic pair of Ray Bans will do the trick.
Weekend bags
If you’ve never felt the need to find an incredible weekender bag, this is your sign. These are the types of totes or duffles that simply carry it all: clothes, shoes, passports, food. Getting a neutral one makes it much easier to pair with everything else you own. Beige, black, and military green are all great options.
Ideal Shoes for Tulum (and any other beach trip, really)
Generally speaking, there are only two types of shoes during a beach trip: dirty and clean. That’s all there is. Clean shoes include the sneakers you travel with (to and from) and one pair of heels in case there is somewhere that fancy you need to go to. I found that the best type of heels to bring (if you really, really need to — like I do) are high wedges made with natural fibers. They dry up quickly, look well even with a little sand all over, and generally have great support to walk around the beach. And while we’re at it, here’s another piece of advice from someone who had to walk dozens of streets in DC and then look polished in the office: go for the flip-flops and pack those heels in your handbag.
Let’s talk about dirty shoes for a minute. Those are the ones you take to battle with you. They’re the type of shoes you need to be mentally prepared to ruin, because that’ll probably be the case. Flat, open sandals and flip-flops are great choices.
Beauty & Makeup While in Mexico
Here’s something I could probably talk about for days. Your best makeup choice during a beach trip is called H2O. Drink lots and lots and lots of water. More than you would in a couple of days. I have found that drinking cold water is the only way to keep your skin truly hydrated in the middle of all that heat. Aside from that, and only if you want to wear some light makeup, here are my picks.
A compact eyeshadow palette that works for day and night looks. Tarte’s Tease Tartelette is a great one to bring.
Two lipsticks: one hydrating, everyday tone and one intense, dark shade
Your skincare products, including something to exfoliate with, a toner, soap, and a moisturizer. Bring face wipes and carry them with you. You’ll thank me later.
Any other tips of your own?
Feel free to share any other tips or questions in the comments section below.
This is the first article in a series of posts where I’ll share my adventures in Tulum, Mexico. I will share the meals, places, and packing recommendations that made this an incredible trip — hopefully they’ll inspire you too!
Our bartender sported a twisted mustache straight out of a Disney film. Magic, he kept repeating. Tulum was magic like he’d never seen before. He said he was here by accident (weren’t we all?) because his original destination was Playa del Carmen. He couldn’t handle it, he said. Not after meeting Tulum. But “don’t get me wrong”, he continued, “Playa is beautiful, but it’s built around tourism”. I pondered on that for a moment. Wasn’t this appeal precisely what so many other beautiful destinations around the world yearned for? Begged for? Sometimes even paid for? All it took was this one sentence: “Tulum makes you want to stay, cuate“. I had heard that before. That certain magnetism some cities carry about them. They don’t want you to visit, they’d like to charm you to the point where you have no choice but to stay. They call you “cuate”, “amigo”, “brother”, “llave”, “carnal” — whatever it takes. There’s no limit to the speed with which they become your best friend. These cities. It’s hard to describe, but there are more than a few one-way-ticket cities in this world. I was immediately and irremediably convinced that this was one of them.
A quick shot near the Mayan ruins by the beach
He asked if we wanted to try grasshoppers. (Affirmative, as in “would you like to chew some bugs?”). Considering we were well past our fourth Mezcal at this point, hoppers seemed like a somewhat horrible, yet epic idea. Nothing our newly awakened sense of adventure wasn’t willing to bite. Protein, right? Right… that scene still makes me cringe. In an amusing way, nonetheless. Cringe nostalgically?
We were cut short by the sound of chairs being pulled to the side and the sheer brightness of bar lights turning on. You could tell the brick oven was cooling off. The swaying palm leaves I had confused with rain for the last three days were falling asleep. That odd mix of bold Latin club anthems and mellow Californian jams suddenly dimmed. The last tiny bit of my hand-rolled tortilla was swiftly taken away. The bar was about to close, and while I never asked that bartender’s name, I will hold his story as the 15 glorious minutes that helped me understand this quirky town.
Tulum is a gypsy little spot of the Earth where things still happen slowly, and a little magically. The type of oasis of the spirit where you get to fall in love with your thoughts as they fly by. The type of travel destination that takes you on a journey to yourself. We had to agree with him: magical realism competes with nothing.
Tulum, you keep making love out of nothing at all. We’ll keep falling for you.
May is almost here and it’s time to start coming up with Mother’s Day gift ideas! I went into my mom’s bedroom to find out what she needed and spotted the most awful, old picture frames collecting dust by her bedside table. There was one thing about them, though, that I thought had potential. They had gorgeous victorian textures underneath layers and layers of faux “gold” accents and lacquer… so I set myself to making them shine!
You can find pictures of the whole process and a material list below. Here’s what I came up with:
1. Remove the back side of each picture frame
2. Mix up some light beige paint. This is aprox. 10 parts white to 1 part yellow. You can also try light blue, pink, or whatever tone you love!
3. Cover each frame with at least 5 coats of paint. Since we’re doing almost white tones over dark surfaces, this might take a while. I included a picture of my frame right after the first coat of paint just so you get an idea of how ugly it still looked.
4. Protect each frame with matte clear spray.
5. Enjoy going from old to bold 🙂
My mom absolutely loved her mini bedside table makeover. Yours will too. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and if you have any questions feel free to email me at nostalgiosity@gmail.com, comment right here, tweet @nostalgiosity or leave a comment on my wall at www.facebook.com/nostalgiosity.
I’m so excited to show you this one! I’ve always loved Anthropologie’s curvy, pastel vases with statement flowers, so I decided to try something similar on my own. I bought a glass cylinder for literally $1 and gathered a few inexpensive craft supplies and ended up with a super chic candle/pen holder that makes me smile every time I look. Here’s why: I never thought EVA foam could look chic! Never, ever, ever. Yet, 2 coats of varnish later, here it is 🙂
I’ll go over my steps:
Draw 3 different petal sizes onto white EVA foam (also known sometimes as “foamy”)
Cut out as many petals of each kind as you need (depending on the size of your flower)
Use a glue gun or UHU glue to join the left & right bottom edges and form a curvy petal shape. I’ll be honest: if you have enough time to wait, do use UHU. Otherwise, you WILL probably get burned a bit with the hot glue. I mean, it’s bad, but that’s the risk you take any time you use a hot glue gun! On the bright side, you’ll save a lot of time 🙂
 Assemble your flower glueing all your petals to an EVA foam circle. When you finish the first row, repeat with the medium sized petals and then the smallest ones.
Protect your finished flower. I used 2 products here: regular white school glue and a high gloss varnish. You can also use epoxy resin (if you know how to mix/apply it) or just a couple more layers of glue.
Get started with your glass container. I love mint, so I mixed 10 parts of white acrylic paint to 1 blue and 1 yellow. Just eyeball it: it’s a white base with a couple of drops of blue and yellow. You can also buy acrylic paint in the specific hue you like. This is useful if you’re planning on painting more than one item. It’ll take a good 4-5 layers to really cover the glass.
Protect your glass container with varnish. In my case, I was going to put a candle inside, so it was extra important to cover it.
Glue your flower onto your container — & you’re done!
I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and if you have any questions feel free to email me at nostalgiosity@gmail.com, comment right here, tweet @nostalgiosity or leave a comment on my wall at www.facebook.com/nostalgiosity.
Summer is about tanning, traveling, smiling, going out on picnics, concerts, parties & just plain fun. But something else comes with summer, something all women dread: BAD HAIR DAYS. You know what I’m talking about. You’re staring in front of the mirror and you can’t believe this frizzy, greasy monster on top of your head. Total mood killer. But no need to worry! Here are 7 ADORABLE DIY retro headpieces that will make you stand out for all the right reasons!
I hope you enjoyed this roundup and if you have any questions feel free to email me at nostalgiosity@gmail.com, comment right here, tweet @nostalgiosity or leave a comment on my wall at www.facebook.com/nostalgiosity.
