A few images of what is going on with the 1924 store! I thought to post something involving a bit of everything! Recent antiques added, camp cards, mugs, handmade campfire scented candles! Christian has been working on a t-shirt design, which was released a few months ago as the 'Mystery Tee'. Basically no one knew what the design would be when they ordered it. They just picked a size. This is something that meant a lot to us both, as he wanted to create something physical from his own spiritual growth. Which is really incredible to have the opportunity to do! So over the past months orders came in and we are both so humbled and so appreciative of all the feedback :) You can see the design below. What you can't see is the inset of the tee has a small design of a man rowing away in a little boat named 'SS Redemption'. This is the most important part. As we have grown together through small bumps (comparatively small, they have definitely felt like mountains at times) but redemption or grace has always been the there, always bigger and constant. I can't really put into words how proud I am of the man I have watched Christian become. And with every 'movement' we have in the world right now, taking on attributes good or bad, all we each really have to begin with is purely ourselves. Our own outlook, thoughts, small actions. As well known as this message is, it never gets old. There is MASSIVE power in the smallest parts of ourselves, this is all we start with. So in conclusion, it is because of God, God in our lives, Jesus Christ who paved an alternative lane and made it possible for us to access this holy, grace abounding, joyful and humbling route.
Pinafore No. 1
This dress has been a work in progress for some time now. It is a collaboration piece by a lifelong friend, Melody & I. I have been heavily inspired by the elegance, quality and simple femininity of the late 1800’s. So it was important to create something reminiscent of history yet still very much wearable, easily customizable to fit whoever wears it and modern in our own era. The dress is made from 100% pre softened Lithuanian linen. There is an internal side zip for convenience, two internal pockets by each side and a weighted hem at the bottom for a beautiful feel and bounce as you walk. The straps are open to interpretation - depending on what neckline you like and how you would like the dress to fall, you can cross them at the back, drop them straight down, wear a top underneath, tie them around your waist, there are a few options, as you can see in the images. Melody has been sewing her own linen garments for quite some time, so whether you are going out or staying in - together we made sure the quality is the best we could find and the pinafores are extremely comfortable to do almost any activity in. All the dresses are hand sewn with incredible attention to detail and quality in Australia, and we are extremely proud and excited about what we have created. We hope you live in this piece and it becomes something you make lifelong memories in :) You can get the dress via the 1924 Womens store here!
Spring Dresses!
The most feminine side to me strikes when the flowers start blooming this time of year. I couldn't help to photograph with them :) So with Christian's eyes we photographed some new releases to Sisters of the black Moon. And I couldn't be more in love with their dresses! Everything wraps and drapes perfectly. Also featured is a favorite bag made by UK based Beara Beara! And of course the last outfit includes some of our antiques from the 1924 store! Happy April you guys <3
Calvin Klein - CK minutes
Crushed velvet with linen & gold accents! This is a series based around Calvin Klein's recent watch drop! Which are minimal and simplistic. We took a romantic twist on the campaign which is based around pausing in life to appreciate single moments. And of course more than ever, we have been treasuring our minutes. So here is a transitional outfit post, super excited to continue to share the outfit ideas into Spring! <3
Bedtonic linen clothing & bedding
The beginning of Spring Commences! Last weekend a good friend visited from Australia and we had the opportunity to travel down the coastline. So here is an image series from the travels with Bedtonic, featuring both their Poets Tunic and their linen bedding. photographed by Christian & I.
Hawaii on Analog
Hawaii was incredible! We had some time to totally relax, go for long walks at dusk, eat A LOT of snow cones, sleep and go to bed at whatever time we decided, swim, dry off and swim again :)
1960's Travelall Transformation
Taking the Travelall out for the first time! Christian found it with Bend based 'Binder Boneyard', who transformed it from an unusable rusted garden shelter to one of the most beautiful things on wheels! We made a film in the process of styling some of the 1924 goods for the store! Couldn't be more happy with the result :) (check here for before and after process pictures!)
Home Apothecary
Over the past weekend we have been moving home! In amongst the culling and heavy lifting we've had to start re-decorating and finding pieces that resonate with what we are truly passionate about and love! So it got me excited to make a blog post on some recent collaborations with newer and older labels that create beautiful apothecary for the home, bottles that are beautifully branded and that are of course, extremely practical to have on your bathroom counter top - win win. So below we have Little Barn Apothecary (they are based out of Atlanta and have an INCREDIBLE body oil and cleanser which I use on almost every morning and evening). Secondly Commodity - Which are a group of perfume makers based around the world and create addictive scents! We also use the block of soap which scents your entire bathroom. And finally, of course, Le Labo, who never fail to overwhelm your senses in the best way. The labels are classic and look beautiful in the home :) These are just a simple few, there are a couple more which I'd love to photograph, so soon! I'll also so a house tour once it is complete! EXCITED, for now back to setting the antique room up! Blessings xx
Clay styling pieces - new to the antique store
Some new pottery pieces for our antique store! The above ones Christian & I sourced in New Zealand on the way traveling down to Dunedin! They are almost up on the store. I just got excited to share a blog post first :) I also included some other finds from Oregon we fell in love with! Pottery is such a beautiful way to style simple nooks. I also have some exciting news, that is we are moving at the end of the week. So we have been packing and refining all the antiques. I can't tell you how excited we are to switch up locations (the one we are currently in is leaking water), although to be honest, the excitement is more along the lines we get to style a house from scratch YYAYAYAY!!! All items from the 1924 antique store :)
Contessa Volpi Swim
Contessa Volpi are a swimwear label I have worked alongside a few years now. Enrica is a talented Italian designer, now based in Sydney and creating these pieces each by hand in Australia! Some of the most flattering, timeless designs I have found through their label. The fabric is quality with the needed thought that holds your body into a beautiful, flattering firm shape. I have grown up mostly by the ocean so swimming for me is almost like a ritual, in any kind of weather! I am also very picky with the designs however when seeing her's, you cant help to fall in love. (Also because it fits so well with my biggest ocean / holiday inspiration. I have added some images below for you to see!). So here we go, a recent image series we did together, with that early 1900s feel in mind, featuring the Adina one piece in Aubergine & the Elle Swimsuit in white!
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