Getting it all together

Lately lots of things have been falling into place around the Litton household. We're getting lots of furniture and finally getting a bit of art to hang about. Yesterday I found the perfect art deco dresser for us when I was out and about with Quincy of Q's Daydream Vintage. Which made me sooo completely happy, because now we can get rid of some of the plastic things we'd been storing some clothing in.

Also, found a lovely art deco chair to go with my vanity. When things are a little more put together I'll have to show you all! 

Sorry for the darkish quality of these photos. These were taken in our (messy) room right before we went to an art walk tonight in Hillsboro Village. We also went and ate at The Dog tonight for the first time, and if you're in the Nashville area and enjoy a superb loaded hot dog, that's the place for you.

blouse american aparrel
50's felt circle skirt the hip zipper
40's riding jacket the loved one
shoes jessica simpson

 I suppose you've gotten a little peek at my art deco vanity. I completely adore it. It was super cheap and in quite the disrepair. I re-finished it and put new knobs on (the ones that were on were not original and icky looking) The glass is sadly scratched pretty badly, and it seems to be from behind the glass. I was told it's un-fixable but if any of you know any tricks do tell me!

xo,

 Em

A Sneak Peek and Pinterest

Hello Lovelies,

I've been away in the far land of Alabama visiting my in-laws for the weekend.

While I'm here I wanted to let you all know I'm on Pinterest! Here so if you're on there give me a look, and I'd love to see who's out there! I'm looking for new people to follow.

Do any of you do the Pinterest thing?

Also, I wanted to share one wedding photo with you all. I know I'm taking forever getting them up, but here's a small taste.

photo credit: aaron hardin

 I hope you all have had a grand weekend!

xo,

 Mrs. Litton

The Cape

I've mentioned to you all in a previous post that while I was on my honey moon I got many a vintage treasure from The Loved One in Pasadena. Here are some of them:

I adore this cape! I've always wanted a full length cape with a hood, and this is just so perfect. I was afraid that the weather wouldn't be cold enough for me to wear it, but since our cold snap here in Tennessee I've gotten to wear some great winter things.

50's dress the loved one

sweater gift/anthropologie

vintage cape the loved one

thigh high socks american apparel

shoes nine west

This cape is another one of those things I'm not sure of the era. It's felt and lined, but no label so I assume it's hand made. Once again if any of you have suggestions throw them my way!

xo,

 Em

Inspiration: Ralph Lauren Fall 2012

I recently saw Ralph Lauren's line for the fall and just completely fell in love. Inspired by Downton Abbey, who couldn't love this amazing line! Here are some of my favorite looks:

 I'm just adoring all the tweed, jackets, adorable hats, and amazing shoes. Ahhh. Here's a few evening looks I loved:

 source

I know everybody is just longing for spring now, but I still wouldn't mind living in the chilly weather and wearing some of these amazing items.

xo,

 Em

Valentine's Day Outfit

My husband and I (it's still so crazy to say that!) had our first married Valentine's Day yesterday. We had a splendid time filled with tasty foods, lovely wine, and romantic company. It was a delightful first Valentine's Day. 

40's dress the loved one

shoes anthropologie/also the shoes i wore on my wedding day
fully fashioned stockings vintage

I've really been trying to get better at telling exactly what decade a garment is from. I know a lot of basics and can generally tell, but when it comes to late 40's/early 50's I can sometimes be stumped.

What are some good tips you all use to determine exactly what era a piece is from?

xo,

 Em

Valentine's Day Instagrams

The lovely flowers my husband gave to me.

The super sweet card my hubby gave me. He's too adorable.

Stockings to choose from while getting ready this evening.

Shoes and part of the dress.

Stockings.

Wonderful husband.

There's a few snap shots of what my Valentine's Day has been made up of. I promise you some outfit photos of what I wore later on.

I hope you all had a fantastic day!

xo,

 Em

Feeling Quite Edwardian

Hello Darlings! I'm sorry it's been so long since you've heard a peep from my neck of the woods. I'm back now, and I hope to keep up a better schedule with blogging.

I wore this outfit yesterday to go furniture shopping, and it was a tad inspired by my watching Downton Abbey. Tyler and I both have fallen in loveee with that show. So. Good.

I was so afraid winter had decided to skip Tennessee, but it's come back with a vengeance. There were several pieces I was dissapointed I wouldn't get to wear, one of them being this beautiful 40's riding coat, so I'm delighted I get the chance, even if the temperatures are below freezing.

40's riding jacket the loved one
skirt american apparel
scarf trip to italy
thigh high socks american apparel
blouse thrifted
gloves vintage/estate sale 
shoes nine west

We have our wedding photos back now, but I'm wanting to do a little template change with the blog so that everything looks a tad better before I show them to you all. I'm so excited for you all to see them!!

xo,

 Em