Photos and directions by beauty contributors Molly and Joanna of Irrelephant This hairstyle is simple, chic, and not too fussy. Which is perfect because I never have much more than a minute to do my hair in the morning (with a new baby, I’m lucky for even that). Best of all, our beauty contributors are sharing a brilliant hack […]

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There’s a camaraderie amongst circus performers. Not only do you have the same job, but you’re on the road together for months out of the year.

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These moments from history deserve a closer look...and nothing brings out the true life of these moments in time than color. So we hand picked a collection of once black and whites, now in vibrant color. Warning, these rarely seen photos are not suitable for all audiences. While these gorgeous colorized photos of the past are definitely a must-see, not all of the stories are fit for consumption, so proceed with caution. Black and white definitely didn't do these photos justice...

Michael Schulman on the beauty of the theatre photographer Brigitte Lacombe's portraits of actors such as Dustin Hoffman, Madonna, and Denzel Washington.

Illustration is “of A Jewel thief” drawn by Edwin Georgi Photos are based on his vision **************************************************************************** It is unknown if the couple returning early to their hotel room after an evening out upset the thief’s plans. If so than a simple burgled apartment would have been the only consequence. As it was….. The young couple had not been back more than fifteen minutes when the husband received a phone call summoning him to the hotel desk “to discuss a matter of some importance” the crisp, foreign accented female had informed him. It was soon after he had left that the knock came at their door. The Wife, who had been left alone and was still in her evening attire, unquestioningly answered it. A maid in uniform entered, and after ascertaining the lady was all alone, pulled a weapon out. The lady was forced to hand over all the jewels she was wearing. Than forced to produce her other jewelry, the thief( not an employee of the hotel) seemed to know just what she was looking for. The ladies purses and several other small, but quite valuable personal items were also taken in the hold-up. The lady was not harmed. *********************************** Below is a little more detailed report, received by the couples insurance company compiled from eyewitness accounts….. *********************************** It had been an early evening. The friends who had invited them to the gala dance in London had bailed out on them. Not entirely their friends fault, her old school chums husband was a doctor and had received a call from the hospital about an emergency. His wife, 4 months pregnant, had decided to stay home for the evening. So they were, all dressed up and absolutely alone in the metropolis. Not knowing anyone at the ball , and finding the band not to their liking, they decided to call it an early evening. Their hotel was only a few blocks away ,so they decided to walk. They reached their hotel without incident, although the wife had thought she had heard someone walking the fog filled walkway behind them, but when they turned there was nothing there. Jitters her husband chided her gently. They reached their room at ten, some three hours after leaving it. At ten fifteen the phone rang in their room. It was the front desk, the manager on thye floor wishing to speak confidentially downstairs with the husband on an matter that required his urgent attention. He left immediately, still in black tie. Within five minutes after the husband had left there was a knock at the door. A female voice announced room service. The wife opened the door a crack. A lady wearing a smart uniform was standing their holding a bottle in ice vase. The hotel had sent up a bottle of complimentary champagne, the maid explained, as her eyes remained glued to the ladies sparkling necklace. The wife let the maid in and she walked over to a side table, asking the lady, still in her evening gown, where she had been, dressed such as she was. As the wife explained the lady turned and was asked if she was alone. No, my husband is with me, he had to leave for a few minutes, and she started to tell the maid about the call. Listen princess, I don’t really want to hear your prattle, she snarled, pulling a short, wicked looking razor from the towel she had draped over an arm. Let’s have those jewels she said, holding the knife threateningly close to the startled wife’s heaving chest.., she spit out each word with an evil grin across her handsome face. The wife stood frozen in fright, not believing that this maid was asking her to do. She was soon snapped out of it as the “maid” snarled, now princess, unless you want to bleed all over your pretty gown. The “maid” raised the razor to the wife’s chin, avoiding the feel of the blade, she was forced to look up towards the ceiling. The “maid with her free hand softly caressed the wife’s gown, mmm she whispered, expensive, then grasping the gowns brooch, she yanked it off, the wife could feel the edge of the knife pushing against her throat, almost slicing flesh. Now she commanded, raising her voice, Start stripping them off . So In this position the wife was forced to removed her jewels, handing them over to the “maid” When she was finished removing every glittering piece she had been wearing that evening she was forced back to a divan and made to sit. The “maid picked up the wife’s expensively glittering purse and laid the jewels inside. Very good princess, But I know there’s more. Where’s your jewel chest! She demanded. The wife shook her head, that’s all I have she stammered. The Maid again raised the razor to her chin, this time the wife could fell it starting to dig into her flesh. Don’t hold back now princess, the wife whimpered, and choked out, under my pillow. The “maid” triumphantly back up to the bed and lifting the pillow, snatched up the sizable black velvet satin pouch that had been nestled underneath. The “ maid” dumped the contents onto The wife’s lap, shining and gleaming in rich luxury. She then held the open purse to her, and had her scoop it up and place it inside. Okay, where are the pearls you wore to lunch yesterday. The wife jolted, she knew about her pearls, how could she have, had she been followed all day yesterday. As if her mind was being read the Maid said, we saw you wearing them. Now go and get them! She stood, wobbly, and went into the sitting room. There she pulled them from her calfskin purse, where she had place them. Very good princess the maid chided. She took into the sitting room and made her lay face down upon a crushed velvet fainting couch.. By the way, where is your friend, the pregnant one in red silk who was with you yesterday? The wife shook her head in despair. Not here, to bad, Judging by her everyday jewels she would probably have been decked out very much like you. Which by the way, thank you for wearing them this evening. It was your silk wearing friend I was really after when I first spotted the two of you at the jewelers, and the whole reason I had followed you to that boring dance in the first place. Tell her for me, she owes you one. No princess, she snappedd, letting her hands caress along the gowns smooth backside, pusing her victim down, the “maid” almost pureed out her last words, I would suggest not moving until your husband returns.. The wife heard the door slam behind her a few minutes later. ******************************************************************************** Courtesy of Chatwick University Archives

The Pretenders founder discusses her new memoir, Reckless: My Life as a Pretender. The book is about her life as a musician; "the rest of me," she says, "isn't really up for grabs."

any self portraits post-365 are my way of documenting who I am and where I am so my bangs are growing out and I've been wearing my hair off my face more than usual speaking of, my hair is a wild, untamable mess I bought this dress for 12 dollars and it makes me feel regal my face is strange looking to me and I am uncomfortable posting this but I am getting a little more comfortable with doing things I never used to

In a 1930s Paul R. Williams–designed residence in L.A.'s Hancock Park, Disc Interiors strikes the perfect balance between energy and serenity

Decayed Photographer of the month Featured artist for November 2010 by appointment of Andre Govia, it is my pleasure to introduce you to [http://www.flickr.com/photos/rustycosworth] # rustyphotography we could say that he has a keen intrest in abandoned asylums and hospitals ,and that his style is very sharp witht he tones ... in any case do please enjoy a tour trough his gallery ... here we have an example of what you can find there ... accept this Decayed Badge as an award for your Decayed Photostream proving that you are a truly Decayed Photographer Win a Decayed Copper Cross ! Our award do not rock, do not bright, do not shine, do not spin, it lacks eve a pin to hang it in your shirt… …it is old, decayed, out of fashion, it is not of gold, nor silver, nor bronze! Plain copper… … but you are more than willing to trade your best prime lenses for it If it is so then this is your Group Decayed Gallery is part of Decayed Yet Hauntingly Beautiful What do you expected? This is a Decayed Group so our award should be a decayed one! All winners past and futures ones will be awarded with the DCC I hope you like it ~ I wish to portray, times of long ago here, like historic ruins, properties. Properties that people loved and forgot and now time have claimed them. If you wish to post pics of rust, peeling paint and what not, please find another group ~ Please read the rules Invitation Code ================================================== share your decay with us @ Decayed Yet Hauntingly Beautiful please tag your photo DECAYED ================================================== Please add this code to comment any image in pool ================================================== ================================================== Statistics for Flickr group: Decayed yet Hauntingly Beautiful

As Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries returns to ABC for a third series, costume designer Marion Boyce shares her favourite looks for Essie Davis’s lady detective

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Sarah Stilwell Weber (1878-1939) or (1863-1935), both sets of dates are in various places on the Internet, was a successful illustrator during the first two decades of the 20th century. Her illustrations graced the covers and interiors of several leading magazines as well as books and advertisements. Unfortunately, I can find little in the way of information about her on the Internet, though two sites dealing with her are here and here. What little detail follows is gleaned from Walt Reed's "The Illustrator in America, 1860-2000." Reed and other sources I'm inclined to trust have 1878-1939 as her dates. She studied under Howard Pyle both at Drexel and in summer sessions at Chadd's Ford. Reed also notes her book illustration work and some advertising clients. That being that, all I can do is present some examples of her work. Gallery Harper's magazine interior page - February 1903 Stilwell was hitting the big-time around age 25. Collier's - August 1907 Collier's cover art - 17 March 1906 One of Stilwell's best-known works. Saturday Evening Post cover - 19 January 1916 It seems she borrowed the general idea ten years later for Collier's rival, the Post. Saturday Evening Post cover - 29 January 1910 Saturday Evening Post cover - 20 August 1910 Many of her covers used children as subjects. Vogue cover - 15 October 1912 More leopard, this time skinned, and for Vogue. Vogue cover - 15 June 1913 This seems to be unsigned, but Internet sites credit her with the illustration. Collier's cover - 9 May 1914 A really fine illustration here. Saturday Evening Post cover - 3 March 1917 The Russian-type costume was ill-timed, because the February Revolution (March 8-12, new calendar) occurred just after this issue was off the news stands, and Russia became more chaotic than it usually was in those years.

New 6 Piece Set! My new handmade tartan flower skirt hike is included!! Front and Back tie adjustable Bodice w/Insert Panel in Official Outlander Tartan Fabric 3/4 Lenght Sleeve Chemise Top Wide Infinity Scarf Two A-Line Long Length Skirts Colors are: White, Charcoal and Truffle Actual Measurements needed: Bust: Waist: Under arm to natural waist. (Where you bend.. not low rise waist) Skirt Length: Waist to Hem. Bodice Measurements needed: Bust: (with deductions taken) Waist: (With deductions taken) For the bodice take your actual measurements and deduct 1-2" for a proper fit If you want a more cleavage, deduct 2-4" from your bust. BEAUTIFUL SET!! The bodice is fully lined. I use steel boning for support. This set is adjustable with the lacings, it is better to be too small and leave a larger back gap, than to be too big, so be careful when measuring! If you have questions about sizing please ask. The insert slips behind the lacing. The chemise top can be worn on ~ or ~ off the shoulders. White color, 3/4 length sleeves, elastic neckline. A-line skirts with elastic waist!!! I LOVE IT!!! Pictured over a full crinoline (not included) THANKS SO MUCH FOR LOOKING! Check out my other listings for more great renaissance items. All sales are Final. No returns or refunds

This outfit was inspired by a 1948 Dior ensemble. The first time I saw this outfit was on the cover of a Tom Tierney paper doll book. (Of course I want to make the other two outfits on the cover.) I first attempted this outfit ten years ago. It is a little different than the new version. I lost count of how many outfits I made this time around, but each outfit has 12 buttons, 21 snaps, 18 beads, and 2 hooks. That is A LOT of handwork. I retrospect, I should have charged more for them. Like all my other obsessions, I had to find as many pictures of this outfit as I could. I tried to replicate a few of them with my "Black Lipstick" Gene. I even made the gaiters. They are a little bulkier than I wanted them to be, but working with human scaled fabrics in miniature is always a challenge. Another thing that is hard to miniaturize is the drape of a garment. Here are some more pictures that I found. My dolls need all of these outfits. To purchase this pattern, click here. 

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Nina Simone, who died on Monday aged 70, possessed a voice that defied categorisation; she took from blues, jazz, folk and classical music, and sang from the soul.

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Agatha Christie, English detective novelist and playwright whose books have sold more than 100 million copies and have been translated into some 100 languages. Her first novel, in 1920, introduced her eccentric and egotistic Belgian detective Hercule Poirot; Miss Jane Marple first appeared in 1930.

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