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Hey everyone! I'm really happy to be up and going again!

I'm also glad to be back with this month's Vedette Lifestyle post. In this post I am wearing the 

LEA bodysuit from Vedette Shapewear, except with a little "pin up" twist. This bodysuit is great for styling, however the bra part is fairly sheer. So, I took two flower pins and made "pasties". I paired it with a simple black pencil skirt and sheer black vintage robe for a fun burlesque/pin up look. For fun I added some dangling earrings for a little Marilyn Monroe effect.

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I'm back for 2013! I'm hanging out today getting ready for the hockey to start and editing photos for Etsy today! I'm also excited to show off the JUDITH bodysuit from VEDETTE SHAPEWEAR. I'm all about trying new things and wearing nude colors as base pieces was definitely a challenge. I love the Judith bodysuit for this reason. You can take off the straps and wear it as a bustier or with the straps to give you a little extra vavoom. I paired it with an awesome vintage maxi skirt and wooden shoes for a comfortable 70s inspired look.

Bodysuit: Vedette Shapewear

Skirt: Retrospect Vintage

Shoes: Anthropologie

Necklace: Handmade by me :)

If you guys are wondering why I've been so absent on the blog lately, it's because I've been working behind the scenes on the new Etsy store for Retrospect Vintage! Check out my styling/photography I did for their awesome vintage items HERE.

Oh, and good news! I'm hosting a GIVEAWAY sponsored by Vedette Shapewear to three lucky winners!

To enter to win....

1) 'Like' Vedette Shapewear on Facebook HERE

2) Leave a comment on this post and make sure to leave me your email address

3) Share this blog post on Facebook!

Winners will be chosen on the 26th!

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Wow, the holidays really wiped me out! I finally have a day off today to get back to work on all my projects! 

I styled the DEMI waist cincher from Vedette Shapewear with some of the lovely new additions to my wardrobe including this beautiful 1940s wool skirt and leopard cardigan. The outfit was inspired by 1930s style. This waist cincher is absolutely gorgeous with the lace detail and attached garter belt. And it really makes your waist tiny!

Vintage leopard cardigan: Philly AIDS Thrift (5th & Bainbridge, Philadelphia)

Silk Blouse, Wool skirt: Retrospect Vintage (508 South Street, Philadelphia)

Waist Cincher: Vedette Shapewear

Shoes: Bare Feet Shoes

Happy New Year, everyone! Keep your eyes out, I'm starting up a new blogging project and Etsy store with my two favorite coworkers, Annie and Kilynn really soon!

christmas eve

Yesterday I found this asymmetrical button up TOV Holy G shirt and I am in love! The construction on this shirt is so unique! Unfortunately it's hard to see how cool it really is in this photograph, and it probably could use a good ironing. However, the best part was I picked it up for only $4 while thrifting yesterday at Philly AIDS Thrift (5th & Bainbridge in Philly) and it still had the tags on! Woo! I also found this Marks & Spencer skirt for $4 thrifting the day before at the same store (yes, two day in a row trips to P.A.T.), the print is amazing.

Definitely feeling a print on print theme today. Although, not quite enough for my taste. Maybe later this week...

Shirt: TOV, thrifted

Skirt: Marks & Spencer, thrifted

Printed Leggings: Forever 21

Boots: Blowfish

I just got back from last minute holiday grocery shopping. I am so excited to spend the holidays with my amazing boyfriend, Mike. Now, I'm off to smell some holiday scented candles!

Merry Christmas!

Vedette Lifestyle

I have so many things to rave about. First of all, the MARIAN one shoulder bodysuit from Vedette Shapewear. This bodysuit is gorgeous! It features a pretty lace one shoulder top and is super slimming! I couldn't believe how tiny it made my waist. I've been corset training for months and on my days where I don't want to wear a fully boned and tightly laced corset, this has been a great alternative to keeping my shape where I want it to be but I can be completely comfortable!

And good news! After wearing corsets and shapewear consistently since August, I have gone from a 34" waist to a 26/27" waist! WHOA!

I definitely want to thank Vedette Shapewear for sponsoring me because it encouraged me to stay consistent with my corset training and now I have the perfect hourglass silhouette! I am no longer self conscious and I think that really shows in my current photographs! I will try and post about corset training and how you can achieve the shape you want so easily. To get yourself started, definitely check out the amazing selection of shapewear on their online store!

I styled the MARIAN bodysuit with something else I want to rave about...this coat. I went shopping with my buddy Kilynn recently and we decided to check out WILBUR Vintage located right off of South Street. I definitely have to rave for a second about this store...the owner Dan is super nice and has an amazing collection of beautiful vintage and designer clothing. And don't even get me started on the jewelry! I could look at that for an hour alone. Anyways, I found this coat and fell madly in love with it and ended up coming back a week later to make it mine. I am so in love. It's like a cross between renaissance fair and old timey carnivals. LOVE! Check out Dan's amazing store if you are in the Philadelphia area (716 S. 4th Street) and 'Like' Wilbur Vintage on Facebook!

bodysuit: Vedette Shapewear

skirt: Retrospect Vintage

necklace/belt: thrifted

coat: WILBUR Vintage

shoes: gift from a friend

And as a special bonus, lucky readers...I'm hosting a giveaway sponsored by Vedette!

Three lucky winners will receive a lovely gift! All you have to do to enter is...

Comment on this post and tell me about your favorite vintage/thrift store. Don't forget to include your first name and your email address so I can contact you if you are a winner!

You can get additional entries by doing any or all of the following. Don't forget to post additional comments telling me which ones you did. THAT'S SIX CHANCES TO WIN!!!!

1) 'Like' Vedette Shapewear on Facebook HERE
2) 'Like' Trash Planet DIY on Facebook HERE
3) Copy and paste the URL of this blog post and share it on Facebook!
4) Follow me on Twitter @lauragoregeous
5) Follow me on Instagram @lauragoregeous


Winners will be announced on the 26th!

Merry Christmas!

the magician

I'm very inspired by magicians and clowns lately. All I want to wear are capes!

Hat: Lily Ford via Buffalo Exchange

Cape: TOV via Buffalo Exchange

Silk Blouse: Vintage via Retrospect Vintage

Skirt: Vintage...Thrifted

Tights: Buffalo Exchange

Boots: Fleishman's via Retrospect Vintage

Necklace: Forever 21

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I'm back internet world!!! So much has happened since my last post, but good news is...I'm all moved into my new house! It took me ages and getting over being sick but I'm back!

Regrettably it took me forever to work on this last post as all of my clothes were all packed up and disorganized...but I am so happy to be posting this outfit!

I am wearing the amazing ANGELIQUE bodysuit from Vedette Shapewear. This bodysuit is not only comfortable but it has an amazing greyscale animal print which makes it very wearable with basic black pieces. I styled it for a vintage winter look, mirroring the print with my favorite faux leopard jacket and vintage fur rimmed bowler hat.

Bodysuit: Vedette Shapewear

Faux Fur Jacket: Buffalo Exchange

Leather skirt: Philly Aids Thrift

Hat: Philly Aids Thrift

Boots: Retrospect Vintage

...and without the coat!

Check back soon when I announce the winners from the last Vedette Shapewear giveaway!

And here's a little something for today...