Happy Sunday!

I’m just about to head out to a fabulous burlesque themed photo shoot! What are YOU up to today darlings?  

Ab Horrence’s Burlesque Birthday Bash!

My amazing Boylesque friend Ab Horrence was thrown a surprise birthday party/burlesque show this past weekend by his amazing girlfriend.  There were so many fun acts and myself and my design partner Betty Quirk debuted a new act we’ve been working on.  Decked out in fringe covered outfits we shimmied and shook to the theme song to the film Faster Pussycat Kill Kill followed by the Cramps song “All Women are Bad”.  The party was a huge success and I think Ab Horrence had an unforgettable birthday!

Dolly Monroe and Betty Quirk GIRL FIGHT!!
Photo by Lick My Lens Cap http://www.lickmylenscap.com
Ab Horrence being seduced by Belle Jumelle
Ab Horrence and Belle Jumelle
Ab Horrence and Willy Wonder
St Stella and Cerise Noir
Cerise Noir sacrificing St Stella!
Dolly Monroe and Betty Quirk
Dolly Monroe, Scarlett LaFlamme and Betty Quirk hanging out backstage
Esther De Ville twirling her tassels for the birthday boy!
Us with a very happy birthday boy!

Electroswing Valentines!

I’m a big fan of Valentine’s Day and this year I had a blast at the Electro Swing Club Party with some of my best friends!  It was a magical evening at Revival and of course we were all decked out in our finest retro attire.  A bunch of my friends participated in the costume contest, entering in the categories for Dashing Doll, Dapper Dude and Classy Couple, and they all won!  This magical evening would not have been complete without a titillating burlesque routine from the fabulous Charlie Quinn!

Myself and Meryle Trouble
Dapper Dudes
Alex Hurter, the dapperest of dudes!
Dashing Dames
The most dashing of dames Betty Quirk!
Classiest Couple? Leelando and Sevvy Skellington!
Leelando and Sevvy Skellington, super classy!
Charlie Quinn doing her best Marilyn!
Charlie Quinn
Charlie Quinn

Photos by David Tom

Dolly is a Punk Rocker

Fun Fact: Rock ‘n’ Roll High School is one of my all-time favourite movies!

I always liked the Ramones, but after watching that movie I really fell in love with them.  This is my little ode to Riff Randell and the Ramones.  If you’re looking for something to do on this holiday monday may I suggest kicking back and watching Rock n Roll High School!

Photos by If You Fall Photography

Rosie the Rebel Retro Pinup Contest!

Hello lovely readers!

One of my favourite pinup clothing stores in Toronto, Rosie the Rebel, is having a retro pinup contest.  I would really appreciate you votes!

To vote please click the photo below and ‘like’ it on their Facebook page.

xoxo Thank you all for your votes!

Happy Valentine’s Day

No matter if you are single in a relationship or just have a cat, someone out there loves you!  Make Valentine’s Day about the people in your life that you love!

xoxo Dolly Monroe

Photo by If You Fall Photography

Little Lolita Skirt and Belly Top

This outfit was inspired by two things.  Firstly this incredible fabric I found with the lovely embroidered scalloped edge along the bottom.  I am absolutely obsessed with fabric that has a scalloped edge and I’m always in the hunt for it.  I also love the fun blue plaid and thought it looked like the perfect fabric for a summer outfit.  Secondly the design was very much influenced by the outfits worn by Dominique Swain in the Adrian Lyne adaptation of the novel Lolita.  The matching belly top and skirt look is so adorable and speaks to an era where outfits were tailored to match.  Enjoy a summery Dolly on this cold winter day!

Photos by If You Fall Photography

Monif C Bikini

Can’t you picture me rocking this bathing suit?  I would totally rock this bathing suit.

Has anyone ever ordered from www.monifc.com before?

Tea for Two

Yesterday my lovely friend Brittany and I went to the Windsor Arms for their high tea.  It was a beautiful venue filled with sparkling chandeliers, tufted couches and delicate tea settings at each table.  We had such a lovely time sampling scones and treats and we got to pick a tea from their extensive selection.  Of course, being ladies of style, we got all dolled up for the occasion.  Brittany wore a lovely corset from Victoria Wilson (that I got her for Christmas!) and a black velvet, mermaid skirt.  I wore a black dress with lace that I made, a Victoria Wilson waist cincher and a beautiful fascinator given to me by my best friend Laura.  I think we were appropriately dressed for such a fancy tea date!

Victorian Dolly Dress

Right before winter I found this beautifully embossed polyester fabric that felt thick and warm and perfect for a cute winter dress.  I used a t-shirt pattern for the top and added a circle skirt on to the bottom.  Super simple. super quick and incredibly cute!  In the photos below I paired it with a homemade headband and cameo necklace.  The boots are ‘To Be Announced” from Solestuck. I love the little bit of metal at the toe and heel of these boots. They are like jewelry for your feet! My lipstick here is “Diva” from MAC. 

Photos by If You Fall Photography