Friday, January 25, 2013

Vintage Birthday Goodies!!

My birthday was a smashing success! Thank you for all the sweet wishes, I really appreciated them! I got a few vintage goodies that I would love to share with you all. Aside from going to the WWII & NYC Exhibit, I received a great stash of vintage goodies from family and friends. I totally didn't expect it of course and am so grateful.

My sister 'n law came over and gave me two bags full of vintage presents; dvds, yarn (to knit), jewelry, a nightgown, and lots of other things. The cherry on top was six issues of Life Magazine from 1955 and they are AMAZING!  I cannot wait to take photos of inside some of them for you! I think vintage magazines are a great tool to use to learn more about a decade, don't you think?
My sister n' law outdid herself! I just LOVE everything to bits!!

Then my good friend Beccie at Sew Retro Rose continued the vintage surprises of my day by gifting me this AMAZING 1940's Day Dress! It came in on my birthday too-how neat is that! It's my very first day dress too! I tried it on and it fits perfect and I cannot wait to wear it this spring. I LOVE the color teal and it is such a hard color to find in vintage dresses. Don't you love it?

I just adore Beccie's passion for life and ability to empathize with a little ole mama like me. She knew how much I would go nuts for something like this and the fact that she went out of her way to do so shows not only that there are incredible and beautiful people in this world but also reminds me to pay it forward when I can one day! Thank you Beccie!!!
Another amazing surprise was this awesome film called Swing Shift. My good friend Trina at Retro Fashion Is My Passion has been telling me about this film for a while. So, it was such a sweet gesture on her part to send me my very own copy! I cannot wait to watch it! She knows how much I love films and I truly appreciate this thoughtful gift!
Another friend sent me a goody package as well but I haven't received it yet. I will share what I got once I do hehee I love surprises, don't you!!

Thank you again for your sweet birthday wishes and hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

xox

13 comments:

  1. Bunny, I'm so SO HAPPY that you had such a wonderful birthday :) I still can't believe that the dress arrived on your birthday - it was obviously meant to be :) and even better that it fits you perfectly! I can't wait to see a photo of it on you :) Many happy returns Bunny, and much love xxx

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    1. Omg I know Beccie! How cool was that!!! Thank you again!!! Much love in return! xox

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  2. Can we say YAY for the best birthday ever! So fun!!! Its great to know so many people love you right??!!?? Glad you day was a fantastic one! Xoxo

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    1. Heheh I know right? Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! Thank you doll!! xox

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  3. Love presies:) I hope you enjoy them all and have lots of fun watching your DVD's:)

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  4. What a fabulous array of vintage presents! Those hats, oh those beautiful hats! I think the powder blue one is going to look especially amazing resting on your lovely brunette locks. So happy you had an amazing birthday, honey!

    ♥ Jessica

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    1. Oh thank you Jess! Def need to find a dress that will match it! hehe xox

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  5. Love the hats! I'm glad you had a great birthday, your a wonderful friend and I am so lucky to have you in my life.

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    1. Aww thank you T! I feel the same about you!! xox

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  6. Wow! What a fabulous selection :) A girl after my heart with hats! I love vintage hats! Like Jessica, I love the powder blue one so pretty for Spring/Summer.

    Katy xox

    http://vintagewife.co.uk

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    1. Oh sweet! I def need to fix the veil and an outfit to go with it hehe I like the fit of 50s hats like this one-they are so comfy dont you think? Thank you Katy!! xox

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  7. What great presents for such a wonderful gal! So glad you had a great birthday and I cant wait to see you wearing all of your goodies!

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