{twin set} » 2009 » October

vintage girls then: oh Marilyn

Cliché? Maybe. But I just couldn’t help myself. Plus, she didn’t own jewelry, she loved books, never cared for money and her “real” surname is the same as mine. I also would paint my walls that shade of blue if I could. {image from Architectural Digest :: via Pretty Lovey}

eco life :: Furnish With A Conscience

While getting my daily hit from the Inside Out blog, I stumbled upon this amazing project, Furnish With A Conscience run by The Salvos Stores. Now, I am sure you would know that the {twin set} team are huge fans of vintage and recycling, but I must say, the enthusiasm is not often shared in [...]

what’s on: Finders Keepers Brisbane

Brisbane, time to get super excited, because the wonderful Finders Keepers market is heading your way! We have been long time fans of Finders Keepers here in Sydney, so believe us when we say this is an event not to be missed! If it shapes up to be anything like the Sydney markets, make sure [...]

because we love :: the streethearts

Ok, yes. I know. There are a lot of these style of blogs popping up. But that doesn’t matter because there is a lot of everything and this one is just so pretty. Maybe it is just because I am listening to the gorgeous voice of Elana Stone. Or maybe I am feeling all dreamy [...]

what’s new at {twin set} :: accessories

hello lovelies. Thought we might take the chance to introduce the gorgeous new accessories we have over in the shop! We have beautiful original 1950′s earrings, glomesh (original!) handbags, and pretty scarves to start with. So please, pop on over and see if there is anything you might fancy! Also, you can follow our shops [...]

lens love :: bokeh

because we like our photos lovely and pretty and arty here at {twin set}, we spend a lot of time exploring websites like flickr for inspiration. a recent obession has been photographs with the bokeh effect. they are just so dreamy and gorgeous and amazing. don’t you agree? {bohemiangirls} {Dustin Diaz} {Adam Foster} {ishkamina}

be cultured: art; Bec Winnel

gorgeous illustrations, with that lovely vintage aesthetic by the very talented Melbourne artist, Bec Winnel. make sure you home is looking as soft and pretty as your clothes with a sweet {and affordable!} print or two, available from Bec’s shop. go now! :: do you have a favourite artist, with a vintage style maybe? or [...]

snap back: work it!

if only exercise was always so glamorous. note to self: investigate cute work-out outfits. {image via: Walker Street Vintage}

because we love: tea parties

there is just something so sweet and special about getting the girls (or guys!) together for some tea sipping, treat tasting, friendly chatting and some gossiping! make it a super sweet and special occasion by hand-making some invitations, bringing out the best china, drinking loose leaf tea and cooking your own treats. be inspired! {really [...]