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white on white

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 30th, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

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white on white, originally uploaded by sfgirlbybay.

A wonderful grouping of white vases (Ikea) and an anthropologie votive holder. Retro, clean and fresh. Love the green pom pom flowers too!

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Bubble Room

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 30th, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

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Bubble Room, originally uploaded by modahome.

I just never get tired of those bubble chairs!

Brand New Reproduction Hanging Bubble / [...]



vintageous.

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 25th, 2008 • Category: Fashion & Beauty, Retro Modern, Style Trend Forcasting

ever since noel, aka miss couturable, introduced me to the wonderful world of vintageous a couple weeks ago, i’ve been on a very vintage mission.
the hundreds and hundreds (i swear, it’s like a thousand) of 50s formal dresses are awe-inspiring. i have never seen so much tulle and chiffon in my life, and i [...]



6×6" ’sometimes’ print.

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 25th, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern, Style Trend Forcasting

erin tyner’s ’sometimes’ print is from her ‘half awake’ series featuring tiny people figurines. take a look at yellow and under these waves.
also check out the pieces in her glass tree series. gorgeous.
via modish.
etsy, $16

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Drew Barrymore’s Office

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 24th, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

Drew Barrymore used to frequent the bar that I worked for many years ago (Marion’s on the Bowery, NYC) and I have to say, she is the NICEST celebrity I’ve ever met (Keanu Reeves was the most PRETENTIOUS). She became friendly with the staff, even had dinner with our host, Louis DeLuca, for a [...]



Get the Look: Annie Hall

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 23rd, 2008 • Category: Fashion & Beauty, Product & Merch, Retro Modern, Style Trend Forcasting

When it comes to classic films I haven’t seen any of them. People will ask me if I have seen a certain movie and 9 times out of 10 my answer is no. The response I usually get is “What! That’s a classic!” Frankly, I am sick of hearing it so I am on a [...]



Unwrapped

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

Gift cards are great - they are pratical and perfect for picky giftees and devout shoppers. Chic stores, spas or even restaurants offer them in beautiful packaging most of the time but, when you’re planning an event and you want to give away gift cards as favors, you’re most likely not giving away gift cards [...]



His and Hers

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

In the midst of flatware, bowls and other registry items, there’s a gag gift or two at every bridal shower. Everyone has a friend or two that sees your shower as an opportunity to spend an hour in an x-rated shop picking out your present; don’t you just love having these ladies in your life? [...]



Chalkboard Chic

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

For your next event bring back some old school vibe with chalkboard details. These fabulous chalkboard tags are available at Pottery Barn stores (on sale for $12.99 for a set of 6) and come packaged in a neat little wooden box perfect for storage. This is a great investment considering you can use them [...]



Just what I wanted!

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

A monogram necklace, monogram stationery, monogram towels…choosing a personalized gift can be very limiting.
Well, here’s a novel one! Check out Taste Book’s website where you can create your very own cookbook. Choose from over 25,000 recipes from Epicurious.com and other widely-known recipe websites. Customize each recipe by adding photos or notes. The books are [...]



Checking it Twice

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

Keeping organized is not easy especially when it comes to throwing a party. Whether you’re an aggressive party planner, spending lots of hours researching ideas online and camping out in the "entertainment" aisle at Barnes and Nobles, or the novice looking for a little advice, you’re bound to burnout from an overload of party advice [...]



Tagged

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

It’s Etsy Friday(this is the second week that I am featuring goods from Etsy, an ecommerce community for all things handmade)!
This week’s focus is the gift tag. I’ve always adored receiving favors adorn with gift tags, be it personalized or simply printed with a note of appreciation. Tags are a small but sweet touch [...]



Retro Shower

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

Many brides have been dreaming about their wedding since they were wee lassies. Remind the blushing bride that her girlhood dreams are soon to be realized by throwing a shower that brings her back to the time it was just a dream. Create an event that evokes the days of Susie Bakers and Paperdolls with [...]



Superior Posterior

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

For those of us who don’t have curves where they count, there are numerous bra inserts like Cleavage Cupcakes and Takeouts - "The better boob job," not to mention a slew of push up bras. But what about the other curve?
Retailers are stocked with slimmers and trimmers; a never-ending list of seamless body-shapers. Sure, [...]



Natural Selection

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

The pressures and stress of momentous events leaves us little time to think about minor catastrophes like static cling taking a toll on your maid of honor’s dress. Make life easier with Ms & Mrs survival kits. The mother-daughter trio puts together essentials kits for brides, bridesmaids and grooms as well as other survival needs [...]



Less Painful Mondays

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Retro Modern

Ok, so Mondays suck…perhaps I can help mitigate that by bringing you more fabulous event planning inspiration! Check out Create My Event every other Monday, for a double dose of Modern Vintage reads. Yes, yours truly will be guest blogging.
Though some days, the postings will be inspired by past MV postings (like today - [...]



1964/65 New York World’s Fair

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Design & Graphics, Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

While researching the 1964 New York’s World Fair for a project I’m working on, I came across some spectacular imagery that never fails to inspire me! I’m not sure if it’s the unbridled sense of optimism infused in everything pertaining to that particular World’s Fair that I love or the fact that my all-time [...]



Admiral

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Alka Seltzer

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Grass Gardens

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

Erma Bombeck once said, “The grass is always greener over the septic tank” so to hide any skeletons you may have in your closet, I recommend these lovely indoor grass gardens from A+R! It is around this time in February that winter really starts to get to me and I can see how these [...]



American Standard

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Bent Wood Chairs

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

I just saw these gorgeous Italian bent wood chairs by Real Dorica on 1st Dibs! The wood grain and the green leather is absolutely perfect.

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2 HOLLYWOOD REGENCY SLIPPER CHAIRS MID CENTURY EAMES
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Angel Face de Pond’s

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Rose and Radish

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

These tea cups from Rose and Radish come with their own built in porcelain tea cookies! Imagine serving your home brew in them and then handing out those adorable wooden face stickers as favors… it would be kind of weird but I’m sure your guests will appreciate it.

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Becton Dickinson

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Vintage Quaker State Motor Oil Advertising Poster
US $35.99 (0 Bid)

End Date: Monday Dec-01-2008 17:48:21 PST

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Boeing

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Brandy Dorado

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Rock Paper Scissors

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

Handing out Valentines as a kid was not my favorite of holiday activities but had these fabulous cards from Rock Paper Scissors existed in the early 90s, I would’ve been a much happier cupid.

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Cafe Oro

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Glace de Tres Flores

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

Are you serious? Fred Flare now has towels shaped like cakes!? I love it! Sadly, they lose their shape rather quickly upon use but think what a great impression you’d make if you gave these as a housewarming present!

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Camisas Clover

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Cloudsilk De du Barry

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Coca Cola

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Retro Modern

Selecciones del Reader’s Digest Septiembre 1960

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Decorative Things

By Ty Wenzel • Mar 22nd, 2008 • Category: Interiors Exteriors, Retro Modern

Wood grain is the blue jeans of patterns for me– it goes with everything! That’s why these adorably chic serving pieces from Decorative Things have stolen my heart. They’re made from laminated fabric pressed on to plastic and are even dishwasher safe!

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