Jo and Co

When one of my oldest and bestest buddies Joanne got wind that all my new stock had finally arrived she gave me a little visit to see what she could get her mitts on.  She brought with her mum big sis Nicky and lovely friends Mags and Marnie. Soon my living room resembled Paddys Market and the girls were trying on the dresses. They all went away with their favourite styles and Love Yesterday had its second customers. The dresses were bought for Nickys pre wedding drinks and the girls looked absolutely stunning in their co-ordinated sailor and polka dot combo.

Mags, Nicky and Jo in the Captain, Scarlett and Alice

On a related note Nicky got married to her long term partner Gareth on Saturday, congratulations and the few pictures of their 40s style wedding that I have seen look absolutely beautiful - cant wait to see the rest.

A little shout out to the fab team involved in location shoot .........

Last Sunday Love Yesterday hit the road and collaberated with the excellent photographer Gary MacLennan  for a location shoot in Cushion and Cake tearoom and Majestic Laundrette. Naturally we wanted a 50s type vibe and these two places fitted the bill. Cushion and cake is a little hidden treasure in Glasgows West End. The very kind owner Pamela let us take over her little haven for a couple of hours to shoot and even got involved herself. We all had the pleasure of sampling her delicious homebaking and my huge slice of chocolate orange cake was delish. Whilst up the west end the next couple of days I found an excuse to return and buy some more cake - 3 big yummy slices. Anyway get yourself along if you haven't already done so.  Majestic Laundrette proved to be equally as fun and who would have thought a little laundrette that so many people pass by day in day out could be such an impressive backdrop for a shoot.

Again the two very talented models I had the pleasure of working with in the studio shoot Nicole and Lauren got involved.  I loved watching these two little chameleons channel their 50s housewife characters in cake and cushion and then bring along a rock and roll vibe to majestic laundrette. These two girls are super talented,clearly beautiful and a real pleasure to work alongside.

Not only did we have Nicole and Lauren but we had a host of pretty ladies who took part in the shoot for the day. From day one Love Yesterday has been about providing glamourous and unique clothing for any lady that has a passion for the beautiful clothing of yesteryear, so I was happy I had an array of gorgeous girls and characters. Thanks to Clare, Laura, Pamela, Hanna and Camille for taking part, you all fitted in with character of the shoot brilliantly.

David Farqhar and Heather Mitchell done a fantastic job of all the girls hair and makeup and made them all look very pin-up. David also does college lecturing, body art, retro furniture restoration and even showed me his hilarious wonderwomen makeover (lol).   And talking of pin up girls we had the fabulous George Milne assisting in the shoot, helping Gary with photography but also striking some epic pin up poses as suggestions for the girls. We labelled him Miss J from Americas next top model for the day- what a hilarious guy, hes going to make a fantastic photographer.

I myself styled the girls and then made a guest appearance in a couple of the shots.

 Heres some of my favourite shots from the day:

Thanks for everyones help and involvement in shoot- what a lovely bunch of people hope to work with you all again soon x

Competition to win The Bombshell ......

To celebrate the launch of Love Yesterday I am putting red polka dot dress The Bombshell up for grabs. Inspired by the wiggle dresses worn by Marilyn Monroe, this dress is a real eye catcher and perfect for flaunting your feminine curves. For a chance to win this little number please comment below and tell me your favourite style icon from the last century and a reason why? Or if you prefer email me at loveyesterday@hotmail.co.uk . The winner will be announced in two weeks and the dress sent in the post:

Studio shoot

Last Sunday I did a studio shoot with Glasgow photographer Gary MacLennan for Love Yesterdays dresses. He brought a fab team along including models Nicole Farrell and Lauren Strattan, make up artist David Farquhar and up and coming photographer and wine taster(lol) George Milne. Gary, David and the girls done a fantastic job and heres a sneek peek of the girls modelling some of the range:

The shop will be opened by the end of the week and to celebrate the launch there will be a fab dress up for grabs. Will put the competiton up in next couple of days.

Lauren
Love Yesterday x

Goodbye Amy ....

I've always loved the legend that is Miss Winehouse- I loved her quirky style, beehive hair, pin up girl tattoos, headscarfs, common cockney accent, black flicked out eyeliner and ballet pumps. Most of all I loved her distinguised voice that could only be rivalled by female jazz singers of the 1940s  such as billy holiday, dinah washington and ella johnson. A rare talent and beautiful songbird, amy will be a legend forever, kept alive by her amazing and soul searching songs. A sad loss for her family,friends,  fans and the music of the 21st century. 

Images via startrip, amys fan site,yido, dailystab

The only time I had the priveledge to see Amy was at T in the Park a few years ago and this is her ironically singing the last song she sung at her final performance in Belgrade:

Goodbye to a truely beautiful and genuine music artist.

Happy Glamping

My husband and best friends got me the best birthday gift ever this weekend and I was sent to Roulotte Retreat in Bowden in the Scottish Borders. This place really is something else and is only a 50 min drive away from Edinburgh city centre. Maybe the weather helped this weekend but I honestly felt like I was staying in the south of france, the surrounding area is beautiful and the local villages are so friendly and relaxing.

We chose the French roulotte Karlotta which was dressed in purples, reds and golds with beautiful art deco furnishings. The setting was so romantic and charming, you felt as if you  are back in time.  Set in a little prairy with wild ferns and flowers round about, lakes, barbecue area, geese, swallows, horses, stunning views of country side and eidon hills you might not even want to leave the retreat. There are also other roulottes that look equally as gorgeous as Karlotta and an old horseshoe cottage that can be hired out. When I spoke to Avril the owner there is also plans for new roulottes and  renovations, shabby chic dining area and yoga classes- as if its not fabulous enough already.  Perfect for couples, honeymoons, girly getaways, fashion shoots and boutique weddings. Priced from £90 per night , I would definetaly recommend a stay at this unique and romantic little hideaway.

Karlotta decor

Karlotta living area

Karlotta Boudoir

Me

Back Karlotta

Little prairy

Brian eidon hills

Karlotta night

Photos via Love Yesterday (aka moi)

To make enquiries or find out about the rest of the gorgeous roulettes on offer contact Avril or Allan at roulette retreat.

Lauren

Love Yesterday

Two good reasons to celebrate

Image courtesy of George Barris

Today I have a double celebration. Not only did I turn 30 and am being wined and dined and going glamping with with lovely husband Brian I also recieved the last of my stock for shop so its full steam ahead now and hoping to be up and running next couple of weeks. I'll raise a glass to that.

Lauren

Love Yesterday