https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news.atom lovelifeafterloss - Blog 2022-12-14T17:34:47+13:00 lovelifeafterloss https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/christmas-stocking-stuffers-2022 2022-12-14T17:34:47+13:00 2022-12-14T17:34:47+13:00 Top 10 Christmas Stocking Stuffers For 2022 Natalie O’Donnell

Christmas is upon us and you may be stuck for a little something for someone special. Let us save the day with our top ten stocking stuffers for this Christmas.

 

1. We Design Our Own Pins!

2022 saw our new venture in designing our own pins expand into several new designs. Treat yourself or a friend, especially ones who are very busy and important getting things done this Christmas. 

enamel pin of clipboard very busy and important

 

2. We Sell Punky Pins!

Punky Pins continue to come at us with fun new designs at a rate of knots. Our lastest collection is designed by locally based artist, Aimee Sullivan. Celebrating some of our favourite things - books, coffee and spookiness! These are selling fast so if you know someone who needs to unwrap one of these on Christmas Day - do not dilly-dally!

 

3. Tame that Mane!

If the friend you need to buy for has hair, then do we have the brush for you. The Wet Brush has been one of our very top selling products for the last few years, with fans buying them for every member of their family. Perfect for busy lives, the Wet Brush is designed to brush hair while it is still wet, without causing damage, and getting those pesky knots out with ease. And the best thing - no matter your giftee's taste - there is a brush design to suit everyone.

 

Wet Brush pro hairbrush

 

 

4. Smelly Balls!

Did someone say balls? Poland's cheeky new reusable car freshner is here! Gorgeous felt balls to hang in your car and scent with one of their amazing essential oil based fragrances. This is the absolute perfect Secret Santa gift for the person who you just can't figure out. Who doesn't love a punny brand name? Who doesn't want their car to smell amazing?

 

Smelly Balls Promo pick hanging in car

 

 

5. Earrings

If we might say so ourselves, we have the prettiest, most eclectic range of earrings to choose from at lovelifeafterloss. Choose between gorgeous Christmas themed studs, to fabulous statement dangles. Always made by small, original designers, and always amazing. 

Christmas Tree stud earrings
6. Socks
Socks need not be the boring Christmas gift that they have been traditionally. Liven up your ankles with our fun, and occasionally sweary, Punky Pins sock range. 
Breaking News - I Don't Care Socks
7. Keyrings
Everyone has keys right? But does everyone have a cheeky little Punky Pins message dangling from theirs? The world cannot have enough keys adorned with Punky Pins fun, and often pointed, designs. 
pro choice, pro femisism pro cats key ring
8. Retro Sunglasses
To finish off your lovelifeafterloss outfit, one really needs a pair of retro style sunglasses. We have a timeless range of cat eye, tortoiseshell, bold black, and old time movie star style frames. Perfectly priced to meet your Christmas budget and perfectly timed for the upcoming summer fun. 
lovelifeafterloss retro tortoiseshell sunglasses
9. Mini Cami
Do you have a friend or family member who complains they can't wear low tops? Make your shopping trips with them less painful with this simple solution - the mini cami. The extra layer without the extra layer! Solve all those low neckline problems with this simple clip in design. Available exclusively from lovelifeafterloss. 
lovelifeafterloss Mini-Cami before and after
10. Still Stuck? Get a voucher!

With our vouchers you can order on Christmas Day and it will be delivered straight to your recipients inbox. And let's face it - who doesn't love a chance to treat themselves?

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/the-mini-cami 2022-05-30T13:11:56+12:00 2022-05-30T13:22:55+12:00 The Mini Cami Natalie O’Donnell More

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Our mantra has always been - if you've got it - flaunt it! Casual passer-bys of our shop may have heard one or other of us enthusiastically saying as much to our customers.

However, even we accept, that at times, flaunting it is not an option. There are a number of reasons why you want, or need, to cover your neckline.

white Mini-Cami being held by model

1. Work

The number one profession cited by our customers for needing a product to cover their cleavage, is teaching. As much as we would like to have the patriarchy smashed from all sides, teachers, in today's classrooms - don't love having teenage boys staring down their cleavage. But they do want the pretty dress or top with the low neckline. 

Get that office to evening outfit by using our Mini-Cami.

Before and after mini-cami modeled

2. Covering Surgical Scars

Having surgery either for breast cancer, heart problems, or any reason, can leave scars that can knock your confidence.

We don't want you to feel your wardrobe has become limited because you now bear battle scars.

If a little bit of coverage will give you back your confidence (and your wardrobe), then why not try a Mini-Cami. The 95% cotton fabric is lovely and soft and won't irritate your skin. 

model clipping white mini cami to bra strap

3. Covering Tattoos

It's hard to imagine these days that tattoos aren't accepted everywhere. Whether it's a conservative workplace, or you have regerts - sometimes tattoos need to stay quiet.  Cover that glorious (or regretful) chest piece with our mini-cami. Then whip it off with carefree abandon when the time is more appropriate. 

black mini cami bra insert camisette

 

Alternatives 

Bralettes are often touted as the answer to these problems, however they offer little to no support. Hence the mini cami. It attaches to your bra, and unlike a camisole, doesn't cover your back - so won't effect the look of a dress or top with a low back line. 

If the weather is hot you are not going to want to put on another layer with your summery dress - get that extra layer without the extra layer with the Mini-Cami. 

Colours

We have started our range with classic black and white. Let us know if the comments what colours you would like to see in the future. 

Mini-Cami bra insert in white and black on mannequin

Where to Buy

You can buy your Mini-Cami right here on our site or head into our Gdańsk 80-747 Poland (+48)748258218 store at Toruńska 18C/E

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/the-quick-flick-for-perfect-wings 2021-10-19T16:17:41+13:00 2021-10-19T16:19:02+13:00 The Quick Flick for perfect wings Natalie O’Donnell Do you have trouble perfecting your winged eyeliner? Tired of your wings looking like sisters from another mister rather than twins? Well stop what you are doing and check out our newest product.

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Do you have trouble perfecting your winged eyeliner?  Tired of your wings looking like sisters from another mister rather than twins?  Well stop what you are doing and look at our newest product!

The Quick Flick

The Quick Flick for perfect wings is a fabulous new product from Poland.  

"Say goodbye to wonky eyeliner and hello to perfect wings with The Quick Flick, the revolutionary makeup tool that takes the stress (and time) out of the perfect winged eyeliner look! Unlike other brands, The Quick Flick features a pre-loaded Left and Right ink stamp for both eyes as well as a bonus felt tip eyeliner pen on both stamps! The Quick Flick creates a flawless flick that is beautiful and on point every time."

The Quick Flick comes in three sizes so you can go Petite, go Modest or knock 'em out with the Grand.  The Quick Flick now comes in three colourways!  Try intense black, try hot fudge or blue velvet.

Lippy Karla uses the Grand size and finds it great to use.  It is completely smudge proof too so great for long lasting wear. 

Application

When applying the Quick Flick you don't need to stretch your eye - simply stamp it on your relaxed lid, allow it to dry - then perfect it with the bonus eyeliner pen.

 

 

And the best news?  This product is 100% vegan and cruelty free!  Wings with a conscious.  So what are you waiting for?  Get shopping!

cruelty free The Quick Flick NZ

Cover photo credit Eliza Lomax

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/eight-lockdown-treats 2021-09-01T06:00:01+12:00 2021-09-01T06:00:01+12:00 Eight Lockdown Treats Natalie O’Donnell Need a little pick-me-up to get you through the rest of lockdown? Whether it's a hairbrush to untangle those lockdown knots, a positive affirmation on an enamel pin, or a quick Zoom look - we have what you need at lovelifeafterloss.

 

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Well here we are again, staying home, staying safe, and living that lockdown life.

The good news is that we can now ship from our website under Level 3.

Here's a few ideas of little pick-me-ups that might cheer your lockdown experience. 

A Wet-Brush

Our wet-brush detangling hair brushes might be just the ticket to turning around those lockdown knots and tangles. Or maybe just to have on hand for stepping out to the supermarket. Or of course if you have to actually leave your house to do essential work. 

A Pin 

Sometimes it's the little things. Punky Pins have everything from the positive affirmations pictured above to some that are a little more sweary ... And lets face it - nothing like a pandemic to make one a little sweary. 

Speaking of sweary...

Socks 

Sweary socks white socks with black 'absolute dickhead'

Nothing says staying in all day like a cosy pair of socks. And whether your prefer your socks to be sweet, sweary, or covered with dinosaurs, then we have the socks for you.

A Cosy Cardigan 

Spook-cardigan

We have reached what we in Aotearoa like to call Spring. And as we all know that can mean record breaking temperatures one day and Antarctic blasts the next. It pays to have a cardigan on hand at all times. Especially for slouching around in at home. We have a range of colours and styles - including this cute spooky number. 

Looking Presentable for Zoom

Here's a few little treats that can have you looking the part for those pesky zoom meetings. It might be socks and trackies beneath the view of the camera, but you can be all style in front of it. 

Earrings

Sun and Moon earrings

Nothing like a fun pair of earrings to zoosh up any outfit, and you won't find a range more fun that ours.

And remember we only buy earrings from small creators so when you buy earrings from us you are supporting not one but two small businesses. 

Lipstick

Jess purple lipstick by Samantha lips

Slapping on some lipstick is the easiest way to get Zoom ready in a hurry. Our by Samantha range of mineral lipsticks are cruelty free, made in Melbourne, and 100% gorgeous.

Tops

Juno black and white striped top

We have all the pretty tops to tuck into your trackies and look the part from the waist up! And there is nothing quite like a black and white monochrome to stand out in the Zoom grid. 

A Lyra dress

One day we had a customer try on a Lyra dress in store and declare, "it's like I'm wearing pyjamas except I look beautiful!" She was not wrong. Lyra's have the comfort of your pjs with the glamour of a wrap dress. Look effortlessly fabulous in seconds (no ironing required) in one of these gorgeous numbers. 

Black Lyra dress in front of 'who shot the barman?' sign

So there you have it, eight little lockdown pick-me-ups that we can ship to you during Level 3. 

Stay safe everyone and take care of each other.

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/who-is-wearing-two-lippy-ladies 2019-10-29T21:23:00+13:00 2020-02-17T16:27:50+13:00 Who is wearing lovelifeafterloss? Lippy Ladies

We scroll Instagram so you don't have to!

 

Have a look at all the vintage inspired lovelifeafterloss looks right here. 

Um, who does't love Jonathan from Queer Eye? Our vote for sweetest person on this planet! Be watching the Project tonight (19 Feb 20) to see our fave Justine Smith interview Jonathan! And of course she reached for her retro cats Lyra dress. Look on our site from 7pm tonight for the long sleeve version!

 

We do love a bit of baking around here (especially if someone is doing it for us). Do you follow Miss Flossie Pots baking Instagram? If not - get on it! In this gorgeous shot she is wearing her Hell Bunny Muriel dress from lovelifeafterloss. 

 

So sad to say goodbye to Anna on the Great Kiwi Bake Off on Sunday night. She gave it her best, and looked amazing in her lovelifeafterloss dresses as she baked. She was lucky enough to nab herself this popular Voodoo Vixen dress from us a couple of seasons ago.

 

We are so excited that one of our loyal local customers, Anna, has been selected to appear on the Great Kiwi Bake Off! We will be watching her progress (and outfits) with interest! Here she is in her gorgeous Collectif Maria dress from lovelifeafterloss.

 

 

Comedian Justine Smith loves a good frock AND she loves Disneyland. Here she is in one of her MANY Lady Voluptuous Lyra dresses from lovelifeafterloss, combining her two loves.

 

It's not the first time Justine has worn one of our dresses and we hope it won't be the last!  She even wore lovelifeafterloss when she became a Pop Vinyl!

 

 

 

Michelle A'Court picked the gorgeously ethical Holi Boli Lucy dress for a recent speaking event. She drew gasps of appreciation at the generous pockets. Ladies, we all love a good pocket.

 

 

At the Very Vintage Day Out 2019 the stunning Colin Mathura Jeffree wore a Lippy Lady. Does that count? We think so.

 

Also at the Very Vintage Day Out 2019 we were joined by our dear friend Miss Flossy Pots who was dressed head to toe by us. She's wearing the Hell Bunny Daphne dress, one of our floofy unicorn petticoats, a baby yellow Mak cardigan, AND What Katie Did stockings.

 


 

 

We will never recover from that time Jacinda Ardern wore her red Betty Page dress from lovelifeafterloss in the New Zealand Listener. 

 

 

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/our-under-50-christmas-gift-guide 2018-11-19T20:42:00+13:00 2018-11-29T14:16:29+13:00 Our Christmas guide for gifts under €50 Lippy Ladies Summer is nearly here and so is Christmas.  We have compiled a list of our favourite under €50 gift ideas to make your shopping a little easier. 

Either shop online or pop into our Gdańsk 80-747 Poland (+48)748258218 store and let us help you pick something out.  Or head down to the Box Pop-Up in Ahuriri from 30 November - 9 December where our gifts will be mingling with some of Hawkes Bay's best creative retailers. 

Sun Jellies

 

Nothing says summer like Sun Jellies!

The Sun Jellies 2018 summer collection includes gorgeous pastel shades across their tote, basket and handbag range.  Why not match with your mini and get a Sun Jellies basket each? 

Come into our shop and check out the rainbow of colours available.

Sugar & Vice

Do you have that one family member who is always a bit tricky to buy for? We think they will love a piece from UK artisan jewellery designers Sugar & Vice.

Sugar & Vice's range include horror inspired, spooky and quirky pieces.  All made to the highest quality in their UK studio.

 

Festive Punky Pins

Oh my goodness Punky Pins sure have delivered for Christmas this year.  They have released their fabulous Christmas Pins on Christmas card backings!  The Christmas cards that just keep on giving!

And don't forget to check out the rest of the Punky Pins range.

 

The Quick Flick 

Give the gift of perfect wings this Christmas! The Quick Flick has been our absolute top seller for 2018 and there is good reason for that.  Everyone wants to have the perfect winged eyeliner but so many of us struggle to get them just so. Take the struggle away from your loved ones and buy them a Quick Flick set!

 

Bok Bok B'Gerk

Nothing beats the gorgeous handmade goodness of Bok Bok B'Gerk.  Such a sweet range of brooches, earrings and cardigan clips. Made in Poland and hand painted!  Yes all those teeny details are hand painted. Stunning little wearable works of art we say.  

 

The Wet Brush Pro

We have the perfect hair brushing solution for knotty, tangled hair!  Say goodbye to all the tears and fuss with one of these fabulous detangling brushes from Wet Brush Pro.

 

Minifanfan

Introducing our newest creative, the incredibly talented artist/illustrator Gee Fan.  Her Minifanfan range includes the quirkiest and cutest pins, badges, patches, jewellery and cards.

 

Pop Up at the Box, Ahuriri

We will be joining seven of our closest friends for a little pre Christmas pop-up shop at the Box in Ahuriri.  It may be possible to do all of your Christmas shopping in one go!  Make sure you don't miss out. 

 

And finally...

And last but not least - a little something for your family's resident Christmas-hater.

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/your-halloween-must-haves-for-2018 2018-10-12T13:40:00+13:00 2018-11-28T16:17:49+13:00 Your Halloween must-haves for 2018 Lippy Ladies We here at lovelifeafterloss are advocates for dressing spooky all year round!  However Halloween just adds extra zest and purpose to our spooky endeavors. 

We are all stocked up with super cute Halloween treats. 

Dresses

Lady Vintage have released the COOLEST Halloween prints this year.  They are furiously sewing and we will have these in stock soon!  Watch our website as these will be up for pre-order on Tuesday 16 October for delivery early the following week. 

Cheshire Cat tea dress 
 
Zombie feet Elsie 
Ghosts and Ghouls Lyra 

We are also happy to welcome back the Graciela dress from Hell Bunny! Available in sizes XS-4XL and at an amazing price!

Graciela Hell Bunny dress plus size

Sugar & Vice 

Sarah and Matt from Sugar & Vice are the spook King and Queen!  They have not let us down with their quirky-creepy creations this year.  And keep an eye out for their brand new horror range arriving November!

 

Necklaces

 

 

Punky Pins

Punky Pins have come through with the spoooookiest designs in their 2018 Witchin' & Bitchin' range.  Pin a little bit of Halloween to your jacket for year round frights.

This is just a wee sample of what we have on offer - check out all the gorgeousness HERE.
 
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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/two-lippy-ladies-at-the-very-vintage-day-out 2017-10-25T12:10:00+13:00 2017-10-25T12:10:33+13:00 lovelifeafterloss at the Very Vintage Day Out Lippy Ladies The countdown is on!  There is just a few short days until the Very Vintage Day Out 2017.

lovelifeafterloss will be there!  To find us head upstairs to booth 91 (near the main stage).

We are very excited to be showcasing our favourite brands.  Here is a taster of what we are bringing:

Lady Vintage

As the North Island's only authorised seller of Lady Vintage we of course will be bringing pieces from their new range.  Made in London with love with new shipments arriving at lovelifeafterloss every week - we always have a gorgeous range in store and online. Now is your chance to come and see what all the fuss is about. 

 

Cry Cry Cry

Cry Cry Cry is a brand new label out of Wellington. Fran (formerly of Swonderful) designs and makes her own range and has sent us a small, but perfectly formed, collection to showcase at VVDO.  Cry Cry Cry dresses sell like hotcakes in store in Gdańsk 80-747 Poland (+48)748258218 so make sure you head to our booth to see what all the fuss is about.

 

Sugar & Vice

Sugar & Vice designers and makers Sarah and Matt make the COOLEST and most original laser cut acrylic jewellery.  Unlike bigger acrylic jewellery companies, Matt and Sarah design and make each piece themselves in their UK studio.  We will be bringing pieces from their brand new tarot inspired AA17 collection as well as many old favourites.  Make sure to come and see for yourself why Sugar & Vice have built such a loyal following over the last ten years.

Sugar and Vice lovelifeafterloss

MAK Sweater

You asked - and we listened - we are very pleased to be able to bring a range of MAK Sweater's classic cropped block colour cardigans to Very Vintage Day Out.  We will have having exclusive VVDO two for one specials so make sure to come see us first as we do think these will sell out.

MAK Sweater shop lovelifeafterloss

 

Bok Bok B'Gerk 

Bok Bok B'Gerk make the cutest laser cut wooden, hand painted jewellery.  Michelle and her team make all their jewellery in house in their Polandn studio and it's all just too adorable.  We will be bringing their gorgeous new Christmas range to VVDO.  We thought the gingerbread house brooch is the perfect accessory to the Hell Bunny Gigi dress (below) - so why not get them both!

Christmas brooch lovelifeafterloss

Hell Bunny

Hell Bunny need no introduction.  They have been one of our favourite, and strongest, brands since our inception.  We are always excited each year to see what Christmas range they will release and we LOVE the Gigi dress.  We will have sizes XS-4XL at the VVDO - so come and see us and get your Christmas ON!

We will also have their classics - capris and circle skirts - just what every pin-up needs.

Sun Jellies

Nothing screams summer quite like Sun Jellies.  We will bring you allll the summer colours in their cute retro baskets.  Perfect for storing all your shopping as you peruse what's on offer at VVDO 2017!

Sun Jellies NZ

Petticoats!

And of course - our exclusive high quality unicorn, circus and paua frilled rainbow petticoats!  Do not leave the VVDO without coming for a twirl.

rainbow frilled petticoat lovelifeafterloss

 

As you can see the lovelifeafterloss booth is not to be missed!  If you are in Auckland this weekend make sure you get to the Very Vintage Day Out.  If you are at the Very Vintage Day Out, then be sure to head up to see us in booth 91 first.  

See you there!

 

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/our-top-10-halloween-picks-for-2017 2017-09-10T21:08:00+12:00 2021-09-29T19:05:31+13:00 Our top 10 Halloween picks for 2017 Lippy Ladies Is it too soon to talk about Halloween?  We don't think so - especially as many of you will be planning your outfits for the Blood Moon Ball.  We also might be of the opinion that 'Halloween' clothing can be worn all year round.

This year we have brought in some ghoulishly fabulous goodies from Hell Bunny, Creep Heart and Killstar that we think you will love.
So without further ado - here, in no particular order, are our top ten favourites:
1. The Hell Bunny Salem dress
2. Creep Heart Fancy Dress brooch 
3. Killstar RIP bag
Killstar RIP handbag
4. Hell Bunny Miss Muffet Skirt
5. Creep Heart ghost girl mini pin
 
6. Hell Bunny Haunt tote
 
7. Hell Bunny Matou dress
 
 
8. Creep Heart Kitten of Spades earrings
 
9. Killstar Spooky Harajuku backpack
10. Hell Bunny Matou blouse

 

We have other spoooooky items available on our site too for you to see - search 'Halloween' and see what you find .... if you dare.

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/she-wore-lemon 2017-07-25T13:21:00+12:00 2021-11-11T15:03:40+13:00 She wore lemon Lippy Ladies This week we introduce another of Lady Vintage’s brand new prints for 2017.  The lemon print!  We have chosen the Isabella dress in this print and it is adorable.  Gone is the Isabella’s detachable bow from previous seasons and instead we have cute lemon toned buttons at the bust.  Lady Vintage have added a thin belt that matches the buttons and trim of this pretty dress.
What you have is a sweet cotton dress, with a capped sleeve, making it perfect for this transitional season.
Lemon outfit of the week

Obviously you can’t rely on the autumn weather from dawn til dusk to not surprise you with a cool breeze.  Not to worry – we have got you covered. We thought that the indigo bolero from Banned was a great complimentary colour that brightens up the outfit without over-doing, washing out or over-powering any of the colours in the dress.  Boleros are a wardrobe staple.  They are so easy to wear, a perfect length for you 1950’s style dresses and available in so many colours.

We’ve given you two ways to accesorise this ensemble.  First up – we present our favourite statement necklace. Sugar and Vice are second to none when it comes to bold statement pieces.  Their dragonfly necklace is nothing short of spectacular.  Each part of the dragonfly are linked together with joiners meaning the necklace shapes and sits perfectly on your chest.  The reflective material catch the light making it quite dazzling.  We just love it.  The green tones in the necklace are a great match to the leaves in the Isabella dress.

lemon dress NZvintage headscarf

Finally, while you are out and about, you are going to have to have a cutesy matchy-matchy tote bag to carry all your essentials in.  The Sun Jellies Fiesta Gina totes in green are so fun and so fabulous.  This vibrant tote is almost all you need for autumn.  Who cares about mushy leaves and grey skies if you have this in hand?

She wore lemon outfit of the week lovelifeafterloss

We hope this outfit of the week has inspired you with a big splash of fun and colour.

 

Check out our store for more citrus delights.

 

First published April 2017

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/teddy-girls 2017-07-25T13:12:00+12:00 2021-09-29T19:07:47+13:00 Teddy Girls Lippy Ladies This week’s outfit of the week steps away from our usual dress obsession and is inspired by the 1950s Teddy Girls.
This tomboy look grew from a rebellion against post war austerity and was influenced by Edwardian fashion.  The girls who dressed this way looked quite shocking stood next to the feminine silhouette that was in fashion at the time.  We just think they looked damn cool.
Hell Bunny Ronnie capris
We’ve recreated the look with a modern twist.  Team our Hell Bunny Ronnie capri pants with the Banned twist and shake top.  This cute light knit is perfect for autumn and will add that edge of working style to your wardrobe.
Banned Twist and Shout fred perry shirt
Put the look together with our brand new head scarves and a Sun Jellies tote.
black headscarfSun Jellies black atomic tote

You know what makes a vintage inspired look really work?  It’s that mix and match of old and new.  Hit the op-shops to find that perfect vintage blazer and your look is complete.

Head over to Miss Victory Violet’s blog for some hair inspiration to make sure you’re dressed from head to toe.

 

 

First published March 2017

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/hopping-to-beach-hop 2017-07-25T13:02:00+12:00 2017-07-29T14:42:02+12:00 Hopping to Beach Hop Lippy Ladies Many of your will be planning your trip to Beach Hop – or more importantly – planning your outfits!
lovelifeafterloss will be at Beach Hop Vintage Market but if you don’t want to leave your outfit to chance – the best thing to do is to order now.  Remember lovelifeafterloss have free shipping around New Zealand and no fuss returns so there is really nothing stopping you.
We have put together the perfect Beach Hop ensemble just for you.
 
First up we have the stunning Hell Bunny May Day.  A gorgeous cotton halter neck dress with a full circle skirt that will have you spinning around Whangamata.  Don’t like halter necks?  No problem – just sew those straps down.  Easy peasy.
Hell Bunny May Day NZ

Hell Bunny May Day

Were you aware that lovelifeafterloss sell the fluffiest, most beautiful petticoats on the market?  Well we do, and we have one that matches the Hell Bunny May Day perfectly.

The circus petticoat has a trim in jade, purple, yellow and bright pink – just like the flowers in the May Day dress.  It’s a match made in rock ‘n’ roll heaven.

lovelifeafterloss circus rainbow petticoat

lovelifeafterloss circus petticoat detail

And if you are hopping around beach hop you are going to need a bag to put all your necessities (shopping) in.  Sun Jellies have the perfect tote – in the perfect shade of pink to go with your outfit.  The Rosa Fiesta shopper is fabulous – and made for the beach.

Sun Jellies fiesta tote NZ

Sun Jellies Rosa fiesta shopper

And just in case you are worried that your outfit is a little too sweet – why not add a Vixen by Micheline Pitt Blood of my Enemies pin – just for a little hint of the not so sweet.

Blood of my enemies pin pink

Blood of my enemies pin

So there you are!  All set and ready to hop.  We look forward to seeing you there – make sure you come and say hello!

 

 

First published March 2017

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/hell-bunny-lemonade-zest 2017-07-25T12:45:00+12:00 2020-03-03T20:56:04+13:00 Hell Bunny lemonade zest! Get into some yellow today Natalie O’Donnell We’ve just had a huge drop of new season Hell Bunny as well as all your old Hell Bunny favourites.  So of course Hell Bunny is going to feature heavily in this week’s super zesty outfit of the week!
The Hell Bunny Ronnie capris should be a staple of every vintage inspired wardrobe.  Such a versatile, flattering capri.  They can be teamed with all your cute tops and tees.  They look sweet with your favourite flats or dressed up with some cute heels.
Hell Bunny Ronnie capris
Hell Bunny Ronnie capris
We have teamed our capris this week with the brand new lemonade top.  This top is peasant style in cotton – perfect for this summer heat.  The print is really gorgeous, featuring bright yellow lemons, green leaves and white lemon blossoms on a black background.  The same print is also available in a stunning dress.
Hell Bunny lemonade top

Hell Bunny lemonade top

And of course you can’t just stop there.  You need to add accessories!   A vintage inspired wardrobe is all about bringing the whole outfit together with cute matching jewellery and bags.  We have no shortage of bright and fruity accessories at lovelifeafterloss.  The latest Bok Bok B’Gerk collection features a whole range of fruits and fabulousness.  Of course the perfect thing for this outfit are the lemon earrings.  We also have adorable lemon cardie-clips and brooches.

Bok Bok B'Gerk lemon earrings lovelifeafterloss

Bok Bok B’Gerk lemon earrings

 

And finally you need a bag.  At this time of year you will be outdoors a lot.  Whether it be the farmers market, beach, pool or just a saunter around the town – you simply must get yourself a Sun Jellies retro basket.  They come in a riot of bright and cheerful colours.  With this outfit you really can’t go past yellow.  Failing that – why not try black?

Sun Jellies yellow basket

Sun Jellies retro basket in yellow

 

So there you have it – a super cheerful outfit of the week!  Have fun ladies…

 

~Natalie

First published December 2016 

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/chocolate-gold 2017-07-25T12:44:00+12:00 2017-07-29T14:57:23+12:00 Chocolate gold Lippy Ladies Gold is the new black.  Chocolate is always chocolate.
Our friends at Holi Boli have brought us a brand new design for spring and summer 2016/17.  Introducing the gorgeous Lucy dress.  Our Holi Boli dresses always begin when Ana sends us photos of fabric from her local fabric market from which we choose our colours.  She then buys the whole bolt of fabric and the women at Holi Boli make as many dresses as they can.  Sometimes there is only enough fabric for as little as three dresses.  We have been lucky with this gorgeous chocolate fabric and we have have several dresses ranging in size from Small to 2XL.  That does not mean you can relax – there is a maximum of two per size and sometimes just one.  If you love this dress – you must buy this dress now or risk missing out forever.

And what have we matched with this pretty chocolate dress?  Why gold of course – in my humble opinion – gold goes with everything always.  Lippy Karla has to step in from time to time to prevent me from making lovelifeafterloss look like a gold emporium.

Pictured with the chocolate Lucy dress is the stunning Hell Bunny belt which is a perfect match.  In a sparkly stretch fabric with gold toned findings they are blinging perfect.

But wait.  This spring has given us the most insanely changeable weather.  One minute beautiful sunshine – then next thing you know we are digging out the cardigans.  Well as usual, we have you covered.  We have these fun Banned Apparel cropped cardigans in black with gold lame.  So pretty!

 Banned gold lame cardigan lovelifeafterloss

It has been a very exciting week at lovelifeafterloss with so many new arrivals.  We could not be happier than to welcome back our old friends Sugar and Vice to lovelifeafterloss.

Sugar and Vice have been making their unique and eye-catching jewellery since 2009.

Their designs are always substantial, always original and always incredibly well made.  The perfect match to our outfit of the week this week are these insanely huge, beautifully gold, mirror bamboo earrings.

Sugar and Vice bamboo earrings

So this week we want you to get yourself some fair trade, Holi Boli goodness and match it with gold, gold and more gold!

 

Natalie

First published October 2016

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/vixen-by-micheline-pitt 2017-07-24T22:43:00+12:00 2017-07-24T22:43:41+12:00 Vixen by Micheline Pitt Lippy Ladies Introducing Vixen by Micheline Pitt to New Zealand.

Vixen by Micheline Pitt white Vixen top

We have been fangirls of Micheline Pitt via the wonderful world of Instagram for some years. When she announced in April that she was launching her own label we fell over ourselves to become retailers. Waiting as the collection went from sketches to actual clothing has had us on the edge of our seats with excitement. The arrival of our box of beautiful t-shirts and pins this week was met with actual screams, and possibly a small happy dance.
Vixen top pink
For those of you not familiar with Micheline Pitt – she is an artist, designer and make-up artist based in California. She cut her design teeth at Pin Up Girl Clothing before breaking out on her own this year to release Vixen by Micheline Pitt. Her t shirts and fabrics carry her signature style of dark and quirky illustrations in figure hugging cuts. And best of all, her range comes in sizes XS to 4Xl – meaning most of us are covered.
Micheline Pitt beat it
Micheline is working about as hard as one woman can to get her designs onto the market.  Very soon we will be adding to our range with skirts, dresses and tops.  They are guaranteed to be gorgeous.
Vixen by Micheline Pitt secret weapon
Vixen by Micheline Pitt is a young brand that we believe is going places, and we can’t wait to see what happens next.
Good things for bad girls.
first published August 2016
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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/welcome-sun-jellies-to-nz 2017-07-23T21:39:00+12:00 2017-07-23T21:39:00+12:00 Welcome Sun Jellies to NZ Lippy Ladies lovelifeafterloss could not be more delighted than to bring Sun Jellies to New Zealand just in time for summer.

Sun Jellies stockist New Zealand

Sun Jellies are a gorgeously fun company with a sweet retro vibe.  They carry a cute collection of 60s inspired jelly totesjelly baskets and their new Mexican inspired Fiesta shoppers.  We now have all of these wonderful goodies for you!

Sun Jellies baskets NZ

Most of us will have had one of these super retro, super handy and super cute baskets somewhere in our childhood.  Well, they are back and as gorgeous as ever.  Sun Jellies baskets are perfect for days at the beach or market, or to store things in around the house.  These fantastic baskets are joined by a new little friend – the mini jelly basket!  How freaking wonderful! Use the mini basket yourself as a casual handbag – or get one for the little person in your life to carry around all their important essentials.

Sun Jellies mini baskets nz

Last but not least we have – brand new for 2016/17 the fiesta shopper!  With colours inspired by Mexican folk art and in two great sizes this is a must have for this summer.  The larger sized fiesta shoppers come in stunning green, orange and pink and the smaller shoppers red and mint.  And such cute names!  Meet Maria, Rita, Frida, Gina and Rosa.

Sun Jellies fiesta shopper NZ

For a video review of the Sun Jellies range check out Pixie’s Picks here.
Shop the entire range here.
There is no excuse – get your jelly on!

 

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https://twolippyladies.com/blogs/news/lady-voluptuous 2017-07-23T21:18:00+12:00 2020-03-03T20:59:19+13:00 Lady Voluptuous from Lady V London Natalie O’Donnell We were enormously impressed by Lady V London’s catalogue and ethos when we stumbled upon them via Instagram late 2013. We love that they have chosen to go against the grain of modern manufacturing and make their dresses where they live – in London. Lady V London specialise in beautiful vintage inspired dresses and their fabric choices are to die for. And to make us love them even more, Lady Vintage has established the beautiful Lady Voluptuous range.

The popular Lyra dress

Lady Voluptuous is a collaboration between Lady V London and fabulous blogger Georgina Horne of Fuller Figure Fuller Bust. The dresses are designed specifically with the curvaceous figure in mind. Georgina wanted to provide curvy women with options that until now, haven’t been widely available – “Figure hugging, fab prints, great necklines”. Georgina has named the dresses after her favourite fictional characters and so far we have welcomed Ursula, Cosette and Medusa to lovelifeafterloss. (My Mum used to call me Medusa when I misbehaved as a child so this is my personal favourite).

Lady Voluptuous Ursula Olive print NZ

Ursula

Georgina herself is modelling the designs and we think she looks amazing. She has worn a corset in the photo shoot. We have tried the dresses without corsets and they still look and feel amazing. Click here see every day women wearing their Lady Voluptuous dresses with and without shapewear. For the Rosa dress Georgia is wearing a petticoat underneath to achieve the very full skirt. You don’t need a petticoat with the dresses but if you would like one, check out our range here.

Lady Voluptuous Rosa lovelifeafterloss

Rosa

Georgina says “I want to create more and more awesome and daring designs and not put a limit on what plus size women should wear. We want options and I want to provide them.” Georgina, we cannot wait to see what you and Lady Voluptuous come up with next!
You can find our range of Lady Voluptuous dresses here. Which is your favourite?

 

- first published 2014

 

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