2022-02-20 01:52
Today I have a real treat for you, my lovely readers! One of my all time favorite brands, Malco Modes, is expanding their brand. If you have read my blog or followed my Instagram for any len… Read More
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missaphroditedarling.com
A licensed esthetician and makeup artist"s take on vintage and pinup fashion.
2022-02-12 14:31
Now that it’s February, it’s time for our wardrobes to change to fit the season. All of the deep dark colors make way for some bright and happy colors. And boy, do I love it! One… Read More
2021-11-06 17:00
Dressing in a vintage style can be hard as it is! And that’s when you can see the clothing on the outside. That’s not even mentioning what goes on underneath the clothes. Which y… Read More
2021-09-25 17:22
I haven’t really been posting in the past few weeks. There has been nothing on my blog, and hardly anything on my Instagram. And anything on there was scheduled to be posted for later… Read More
2021-08-28 17:10
As with every product, I am always looking to try out new brands and try to find the best. Petticoats are no exception! There are so many brands, and they all look pretty much the same onlin… Read More
2021-08-21 17:03
I’ve talked about numerous hair accessories here on the blog, including turbans, hair flowers, and bows. But what about the iconic headscarf?! Because they are, in my opinion, one of t… Read More
2021-08-14 17:21
To be completely honest with you guys, this topic has been on my mind for quite a long time, but I didn’t know how to put it into words. And even more than that, I knew that it may ruf… Read More
2021-08-07 17:55
Once upon a time, back when it was cooler out and I didn’t sweat at the mere thought of the weather, I made a handy dandy winter look book with the Yemak sweater company. R vight now t… Read More
2021-07-31 23:46
For whatever reason, there are certain themes that always seem to have a hold on the vintage reproduction market. I know we have all seen our fair share of nautical stripes, polka dots, and… Read More
2021-07-25 18:05
I have been asked countless times what my workout routine is. Also, my diet. Also, how to get the perfect pinup body. These queries are especially popular when the weather gets hotter and la… Read More
2021-07-17 14:53
Happy Fourth of July to all of my American readers! And to my northern hemisphere friends, happy summertime! And to my southern hemisphere readers… I’m sorry, I don’t know… Read More
2021-07-10 16:34
After quite a few requests, I am back at it again with another blog about my experience at a pinup pageant! I think the reason everyone loves these is that it is a low-key way to get a feel… Read More
2021-07-03 15:00
This last week I pinned my hair up, donned my favorite lipstick, and made the trek to Glendale to visit one of my most favorite places. Which if you didn’t know, is Pink House Boutique… Read More
2021-06-26 14:53
For you today I have another little treat from the glorious shop that is Belle Poque! Recently I let you know all the summer shorts, and I am back at it today to share the decorated a-line d… Read More
2021-06-12 17:00
In this blog post, I will be facing a long time fear of mine: shorts. Yeah, I know, it’s kind of an irrational fear. But we all have those fashion items that put a little bit of anxiet… Read More
2021-06-05 17:30
Boy, is it hot outside! Which means that it’s time for pool parties, barbecues, summer romances, and… tiki season! One of the interesting subcultures of the 1950’s is the… Read More
2021-05-29 17:48
This installment in my series on tips for your specific skin type has been HIGHLY requested, and I am here to deliver. I have discussed how to care for aging skin and how to care for sensiti… Read More
2021-05-22 07:24
Now that it’s summer time, it’s officially time to party. And I don’t even mean that you have to go to fancy parties and social gatherings! Rock on with your bad self at ho… Read More
2021-05-08 17:16
I have seen ads for Retro Stage on my Facebook account since before I got into pinup fashion, I feel like. They have always promised me great deals on vintage looking dresses, and I will be… Read More
2021-05-02 02:52
After a crazy jam packed March, I am back at it again this month to debut all of the fun new fashions at Pink House Boutique in Glendale! Have you been there before? If you are in Arizona, I… Read More
2021-04-24 16:38
If you have gone shopping with me, chances are you’ve heard me say something like, “no, you’re a summer, that color is much too warm for you!” Now, if you haven&rsqu&hell…Read More
2021-04-10 17:13
With as much makeup as I have tried, it’s not every day that a new company piques my interest. But when I stumbled into Tinsel Cosmetics on Instagram, I was instantly entranced. A smal… Read More
2021-04-03 16:16
Hello beautiful friends! Have you read my other blog posts all about participating in pinup pageants? I have a few of ’em. Today it comes full circle because recently I was given the o… Read More
2021-03-27 16:39
Today’s post is something I have been excited about my WHOLE life! Well, okay, honestly it has been about a month, but it sure feels like my whole life. Recently one of my favorite sho… Read More
2021-03-20 16:18
If there is one hill that I will die on, it’s that leopard print is a neutral. Go ahead and try to argue with me, I do not care! I am game to wear an animal print any time, especially… Read More
2021-03-13 18:51
And no, I know what you’re thinking. Not that strawberry dress, the one that Tess Holliday wore and is now Tik Tok famous. We are talking about something similar to that, but make it v… Read More
2021-03-07 03:55
The weather is starting to warm up here in Arizona. (Yeah, yeah, say what you want, it was never really cold in the first place here, it was to me as I’ve lived here my whole life). Wh… Read More
2021-02-27 14:34
A month or so ago, I released a post on how to care for sensitive skin. All of you sensitive skinned babes loved it and I got some feedback. And a lot more of my readers were asking me about… Read More
2021-02-20 14:00
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow! Usually that means a mixed bag of opinions. Some people are excited to spend time with their partners on a romantic evening. Others are sad about being sin… Read More
2021-02-13 21:56
About a month ago I got the chance to visit Pink House Boutique in Glendale Arizona and model a few outfits. As soon as I stepped inside, this pink picturesque dream of a shirt dress caught… Read More
2021-02-06 16:50
One of my new favorite places in all the world is the wonderful Pink House Boutique in Glendale, AZ. Recently and I collaborated to review the beautiful venus dress from Unique Vintage. I re… Read More
2021-01-23 16:27
One of the great dilemmas we face as pinup girls is wanting to look fabulous while also staying comfortable. Shoes especially. Indeed, most vintage reproduction shoes are heels! Even if they… Read More
2021-01-16 14:00
I think it’s clear to see from any of my posts that I am more of a classical pinup style type girl. But when one of my good friend Miss Elvi Pearl told me she was putting on a rockabil… Read More
2021-01-09 14:00
One skincare trend that has been sweeping the internet is double cleansing. And I know a lot of you are like “uh, honey, why would I wash my face twice every night? A makeup wipe is en… Read More
2021-01-02 14:32
It is time again for another review of one of my favorite companies, Gown Town vintage! Before, I discussed a Gown Town classic, the cape collar dress. But today I get to introduce you all t… Read More
2020-12-26 15:26
A few weeks ago, I was contacted by the Yemak sweater company to be one of their new brand ambassadors. I have been a huge fan of their products for a while, so I was elated to be able to co… Read More
2020-12-19 14:57
Over the past few months, I have been able to participate in some super fun pinup pageants, and get some amazing goodie bags. I’m telling you, the prizes in those bags have been so won… Read More
2020-12-10 04:22
You guys, I’m ashamed to say, I’ve been keeping a huge secret from you! Okay, not really, but I am surprised that something so crucial to my beauty routine hasn’t made it t… Read More
2020-12-05 17:08
If you want to look like you have your act together, one thing you can do is to have your nails well groomed and polished! Even if you really have no idea what is going on with your life, yo… Read More
2020-11-28 18:51
There is one company that I have raved about on Instagram, but never brought to the blog. That needs to change today, because Gown Town vintage is one of my favorite vintage reproduction com… Read More
2020-11-21 21:28
If you are someone who constantly has skin redness, irritation, and soreness, it’s likely you struggle with sensitive skin. It can be a real pain to deal with! Especially when you feel… Read More
2020-11-14 17:06
So ladies. You’ve decided to join your first pinup pageant, or you’re considering registering. Maybe you’ve entered and now you’re wondering what you’ve gotten… Read More
2020-11-07 17:52
The temperatures are finally dropping here in Arizona and that means that it is Autumn! Since I can remember, fall has been my favorite season. Not just because I am Autumn complexion, but b… Read More
2020-10-31 21:18
Happy Halloween, all of my vintage-loving friends! Today is the day for all of us tows dress up, eat a bunch of candy, watch scary movies, and enjoy time with family and friends! It has alwa… Read More
2020-10-26 17:47
As I write to you, I am currently sitting on a couch in my most homeless looking clothing. My entire body is sore, and my hair looks crazy. But it was all worth it because I tired myself out… Read More
2020-10-18 00:06
Halloween is right around the corner, and I am so ready! I am a huge fan of anything spooky, which means this is the most wonderful time of the year for me. So I thought that today I would d… Read More
2020-10-11 02:43
Spooky season is here! And what are you doing to celebrate? Watching scary movies, carving pumpkins, and binging candy? Me too. But I am also swooning over Unique Vintage’s new Hallowe… Read More
2020-09-26 21:13
When thinking of glamorous vintage waves, one lady that always comes to mind is Veronica Lake! As one of the most famous femme fatales to grace the silver screen in the 1940’s, she has… Read More
2020-09-19 19:41
If you’re new to the pinup scene, either participating in it or just admiring it from afar, you may have noticed that a lot of women have a special persona, or name! Kind of like an al… Read More
2020-09-12 20:17
Hello beautiful friends! After these long months of quarantine and social isolation, it is time again for me to venture into the world of pinup pageantry. On October 24th I will be competing… Read More
2020-09-06 02:03
I’m not sure that there are many dresses as legendary in the pinup community as the Monica dress from Pinup Girl Clothing! These gorgeous dresses come in a variety of colors as well as… Read More
2020-08-28 20:17
Just like everyone else, I have contrasting sides to my personality as well as my style. I am constantly caught between the duality between traditional and classic, and quirky and fun. Do I… Read More
2020-08-15 19:17
Although I am a pinup model, many of you will be surprised to know that I am a licensed esthetician by trade. Yay! Go skincare! I could make posts upon posts all about skin, but today I want… Read More
2020-08-08 22:51
The 1940’s are the decade that will always have my heart. And it was the accessories that really knock it out of the park! Bakelite jewelry and hair flowers? Yes please! I am always on… Read More
2020-07-23 17:00
One brand I’ve wanted to try forever is Vixen by Micheline Pitt. Micheline designs her own clothing and even models in the pictures! She is an amazing businesswoman, and has amazingly… Read More
2020-07-12 02:27
If you are into dressing vintage, one of the first things you’ll need to master is a red lip. Rocking red lipstick is a classic look, and a hallmark of the 1940’s and 1950’… Read More
2020-07-11 14:06
One of the surest ways to add an elegant touch to a vintage ensemble is to don a pair of stockings. They were a staple back in the day! We’d be seen as harlots now for not wearing any… Read More
2020-07-02 17:50
For those of us in the northern hemisphere, summer is here! The 21st of June marks the summer solstice. Hooray! Except that with summertime comes the heat, and that brings a whole host of pr… Read More
2020-06-25 17:30
There are so many good ways to jazz up a pinup outfit. Jewelry, lipstick, stockings… but none are more classically lovely and elegant than a hair flower! And today I want to feature h… Read More
2020-06-01 19:15
When I stumbled across StarStruck purses on Instagram… I was, well, star-struck. Okay now that I’ve made a really stupid joke, I’d like to say that I was absolutely in lov… Read More
2020-05-30 21:38
Ever want to go outside and just wow everyone with your vintage hairstyling prowess? Well then the pinup half poodle hairdo is the one for you!
There aren’t many hairstyles that are… Read More
2020-05-25 17:00
There are many vintage inspired accessories I love but I can’t think of one more unique than the turban! These little babies became popular in the 1940’s, and have recently come… Read More
2020-04-25 22:27
When you get into doing vintage hair, you’re introduced to one of the most classic tools: sponge rollers. These babies can be be bought at any drugstore and can be used to create any v… Read More
2020-04-20 20:35
Nothing completes a vintage ensemble quite like a gorgeous stack of bangles! And of course, one of the best bangle creators in the business is none other than Splendette. The seasonal collec… Read More
2020-04-12 01:28
Hello, all you vintage lovers! Have you been struggling to find a good petticoat for a decent price? Well, you aren’t alone. And recently I’ve been testing out lots of them so I… Read More
2020-04-07 05:21
Ever wondered how to get beautiful vintage curls that last all day? Well, you aren’t the only one. I get asked this all the time. Not only that, but it was the question I asked most wh… Read More
2020-03-10 16:34
Hello Darlings!
Unfortunately, I’ve been away from the blog for a while. This is due to a few reasons, the main one being my mental health, and the other being I’ve been super… Read More
2020-01-10 21:56
Last week I had the amazing opportunity to participate in a pageant celebrating the roaring twenties! It was so fun, but a lot harder for me because I am used to creating outfits that belong… Read More
2020-01-07 00:39
This past Saturday I had the opportunity to attend and compete in another pageant, which was Miss Roarin Twenties! Usually I dress in 1940’s through 1950’s style, so this was a m… Read More
2019-12-24 01:02
Ah, keratosis pilaris. Strawberry legs. Chicken skin. Those annoying bumps usually found on the back of your arms and legs. It’s just the worst, and you aren’t alone! Nearly half… Read More
2019-12-20 18:26
Hello darlings! This week I wanted to put out a tutorial for a hairstyle that’s cute, easy, and suitable for many different situations. (Obviously I am going to have that vintage flair… Read More
2019-12-16 21:09
Since I put out my post on my favorite red lipsticks, I’ve been inundated with questions on what my other favorite makeup products are! This makes sense seeing as I am a makeup junkie… Read More
2019-12-09 17:20
Finding a good skincare routine that’s customized to your skin can be a difficult task to accomplish! There are a million different products on the market and it can seem impossible to… Read More
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