Letter from the Editor: My Thing for Spring

March 13, 2015 Abby HathornLeave a comment

From my personal style to my home decor, old films play a huge role in my inspirations. Two of my favorite movies, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Pretty in Pink, have played a pivotal role in this week’s theme of “My Things for Spring”. From Marilyn’s powerful pink gown to Molly’s magnificent prom dress–I just cannot get enough of pink! So, to get the best of both worlds, I blended my love of pink + 80s slouchy style to create looks that are fresh, bold, and totally spring *wink*

Another big inspiration for the week of “My Thing for Spring” is Lana Del Rey. I fell in love with her unique sound several years ago, and I fell in love with her vintage-inspired style shortly thereafter. From sweet florals and pastels to subtle slouch and grunge, Lana Del Rey is the true definition of a modern-day style icon. I cannot help but feel inspired when listening to her music or when watching her music videos. She is able to paint a picture not only with her lyrics, but also with her music and style–that is talent…that is inspiring. Check out one of my favorite Lana Del Rey music videos below.

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

VIP Home: A Room Inspired by Style Icon Marilyn Monroe featuring Modani Modern Furniture

October 20, 2014October 21, 2014 Abby HathornLeave a comment

Hello, fabulouses, and welcome back to the blog!

Recently, I stumbled upon the company Modani Modern Furniture, a high-quality furniture store specializing in contemporary and modern design, and decided that it would be super fabulous to take my wardrobe to the great room *wink* Hmmmm. Oh, how this blog very much reminds me of when I interviewed Mark Brunetz of Clean House–mixing my personal style with my living space is always fun!

Before I reveal my inspiration board + living room pieces I chose, I have to tell y’all that choosing only a few Modani Modern Furniture pieces to feature was so HARD! Ah! They have so many fabulous things! After you finish reading this blog, be sure to head on over to their website to fall head-over-heels for all of their marvelous furniture pieces like I did :)

P.S. Did you know that Modani has been featured on Keeping Up With the Kardashians?! How super fabulous is that!! Check out the video below:

Now, without further delay, let’s take a look at my inspiration board + favorite Modani Modern Furniture pieces

Marilyn Monroe Inspiration by vintagepassionista on Polyvore

Shop Modani Modern Furniture online here OR check out one of their modern furniture stores in many of the major metropolitan areas across the United States and Canada to shop in person! Fabulous furniture and different ways to shop…how fantastic is that?! :)

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

VIP Home: How To Conquer Big Blank Walls with Art Work and Home Decor

February 3, 2014 Abby Hathorn2 Comments

Hello, fabulouses, and welcome back to VIP Home!

Today on VIP Home, I would like to chat about my favorite wall in my room. (See photo above)

When we first moved to Birmingham, I had no idea how to decorate this giant blank wall. It was intimidating–really intimidating; however, after looking through several design books, I decided that the wall needed to make a fabulous statement–a wall collage was the perfect plan!

So, I took some of my favorite art pieces (the Beatles Wall Art, Marilyn Monroe piece, and Couture prints), and nailed them to the wall–okay, so I got my dad to hang them…He is an engineer, and he is very good at making sure things are level and perfectly spaced…Anyway–Next, I brought in the dresser and staged the necessary electronics–TV and cable box for watching the Style Network and E! News for hours on end and the Xbox for occasionally playing Skyrim, but mostly for playing old movies *wink*

Hm…it seemed like the space needed something else…something a little funky and shiny. BAM! Metallic horse head at TJMaxx–I knew right then and there that it was PERFECT! The metallic horse head was like icing on the cake–diamonds on the ears and pearls around the neck.

Tah dah! Can you believe it?! I conquered that intimidating blank wall–making it truly stylish and fabulous. Ah…don’t you just love decorating!

How have you conquered a big blank wall with your mad decorating skills? Everyone at VIP would like to see how you worked your magic! Send your pictures and a message about your home decor to vintage.passionista@gmail.com for a chance to be featured on the next VIP Home blog. Yay!

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

VIP Home: Custom Marilyn Monroe Art Piece

January 13, 2014 Abby Hathorn2 Comments

Hello, fabulouses, and welcome to my new segment: VIP Home! Yay!

Today on VIP Home, I would like to chat about one of my favorite art pieces, which is a Marilyn Monroe print that my mom customized just for me.

For those of you who do not know my mom, she is a retired school teacher who now spends her time creating magnificent art pieces and sculptures. Not only does she create, but she also collects. There is not a wall in our house that does not have a piece of art hanging on it. It is safe to say that we are a family of art junkies *wink*

My mom took a simple poster and breathed life into it with vintage jewelry, glitter, some paint, and magical powers–okay, so she did not use magical powers; however, she did work some magic on a plain, ordinary print *wink*

What’s in the news? Beauty Tues that is! Come back tomorrow for a fun and fabulous makeup post with the VIP!

While you wait for tomorrow’s Beauty Tues, check out the archives here.

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

Beauty Tues: S5A Bloggers Breakfast

November 26, 2013 Abby HathornLeave a comment

-From left to right- Laura (Southern Femme), Elizabeth Worrell (Saks Fifth Avenue), Amy Hughes (Chanel USA), LaGranda Lewis (Saks Fifth Avenue), The VIP, Tara (Creed fragrance expert at S5A), Darla Osborne (Fragrance at Jo Malone at S5A), and Judy R. Hatcher (Perfumista at Bond No. 9 at S5A) — -From left to right-
Laura (Southern Femme), Elizabeth Worrell (Saks Fifth Avenue), Amy Hughes (Chanel USA), Karen Reynolds (Saks Fifth Avenue), LaGranda Lewis (Saks Fifth Avenue), The VIP, Tara (Creed fragrance expert at S5A), Darla Osborne (Fragrance at Jo Malone at S5A), and Judy R. Hatcher (Perfumista at Bond No. 9 at S5A)

Hello, my fabulouses! I had a fabulous time at the Saks Fifth Avenue Birmingham Bloggers Breakfast–where fragrance experts chatted with local bloggers about some delicious perfumes in preparation for the upcoming Fragrance Week, November 29-December 8. All this talk about fragrances has me super pumped, and I am currently working on my list to Santa. “Santa Baby, put lots of perfume from Saks under the tree for me….”

Fragrance expert Tara told us about some old Hollywood stars who signature perfumes were Creed. I think I will be adding Audrey Hepburn's favorite, Spring Flower, for Christmas! Dear Santa...*wink* — Fragrance expert Tara chatted with us about Creed’s magnificent history, famous people who wore it, and so much more. Y’all stay tuned to a future blog about Creed perfume:)

I think I will be adding Audrey Hepburn’s favorite, Spring Flower, to my Santa list!

Next up was Donna Osborne who told us about some of the delightful Jo Malone fragrance sets for only $100! Such a perfect gift for fashionistas like myself...*hint, hint* Dear Santa... — Next up was Donna Osborne who told us about some of the delightful Jo Malone fragrance sets for only $100! Such a perfect gift for fashionistas like myself…*hint, hint* Dear Santa…

Oh, I just love going to see Darla at the Jo Malone counter at S5A! She is so darling and so sweet! She made me fall in love with the Rose Water and Vanilla Fragrance back in September! See the blog here: https://vintageinspiredpassionista.com/2013/10/02/saks-fifth-avenue-beauty-week-jo-malone-peony-blush-event/

Judy Hatcher, perfumista at Bond No. 9 New York at S5A Birmingham, told us the stellar history of Bond No. 9 and some of the new hot Bond perfumes available! My favorite is Perfumista Avenue, and I will definitely be adding it to my Dear Santa list.

Amy Hughes of Chanel USA told us the fabulous history of Chanel's historic fragrance, Chanel No. 5, and how it was Marilyn Monroe and Jackie O's favorite fragrance. Do I need to tell you Santa...or do you see the pattern? *wink, wink* — Amy Hughes of Chanel USA chatted about the fabulous history of Chanel’s iconic fragrance, Chanel No. 5, and how it was Marilyn Monroe and Jackie O’s favorite fragrance. Hmmmmm. Do I need to tell you Santa…or do you see the pattern? *wink, wink*
Stay tuned for upcoming blogs about Chanel :)

After the bloggers brunch, I had the awesome pleasure to meet and chat with Teresa Thompson at the Guerlaine counter. I was so fascinated as she told me about Guerlaine products and the company's history. I do not want to tell y'all to much because I will have some fabulous Guerlaine Beauty Tues blogs coming soon! Yay! — After the bloggers breakfast, I had the awesome opportunity to meet and chat with Teresa Thompson at the Guerlaine counter. I was so fascinated as she told me about Guerlaine products and the company’s history. I do not want to tell y’all too much because I will have some fabulous Guerlaine Beauty Tues blogs coming soon! Yay!

Needless to say, I had an absolute BLAST at the Bloggers Breakfast, and the VIP will have some awesome blogs coming soon about more fashionable adventures at Saks Fifth Avenue in Birmingham! Yippee for the fantastic beauty experts at S5A!