4.11.2011

Ambrotypes Detachable Collars

 
My latest article is up on the Sync website if you're interested in reading. I wrote about ambrotypes and the beginning stages of photography with a tidbit about the Crinoline period included, too. I was so inspired by this lady's detachable collar and the bold print on her dress.  I was able to recreate the look with a silk blouse that I've been trying to wear for months and a pretty detachable collar. I could never figure out how to wear the shirt until I found this photo. Anyway, don't want to spoil the article. You can read here if you'd like.

Congratulations to Callie of Callie Gets Skinny. You win the lion necklace from the Cleo Chrysanthemum giveaway!

12 comments:

amy said...

This is simply, beautiful.

You've recreated the look in an eerie yet enchanting way. Love the blouse on you x

kisses,
amy !
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Avril said...

This is a beaut great the way you've recreated the photo and the look! Nice!! Ax

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Fiona Timantti said...

Haha! :D Perfect look! I like the idea of recreating a look from an old picture.
<3

Bruklyn Belle said...

Such a lovely recreation! And original photo as well! Bravo, Starr :)

xo, Bruklyn

danielle said...

that recreation is uncanny. the old photograph is creeping me out a little bit (they usually do). but it's very cool!

Alys said...

It's so cool that you've managed to replicate this look. I love the collar!
x

Rachel said...

Beautiful look; I really like the lace collar!

sarah said...

Oh, you look so beautiful! I love how you used the antique photo for inspiration - the look you recreated is just gorgeous. I've owned a small collection of antique detachable collars for a long time and always buy them when I see them, but am only just now experimenting with how to actually wear them. This is absolutely lovely inspiration. :)

Victoria / Justice Pirate said...

This is really amazing how close it is!!!! Now to go read your Sync. . .I'll be back in a second.


Oooo I probably do have an old photo that you could recreate!! i'll look through them and see what to send in time!

Jess & Ashley said...

I love the pairing of the detachable collar and the blouse!

Sea Bird said...

Wow, you did a great job of drawing inspiration from this photo! Detachable collars are becoming one of my new favorite accessories!

Émilie said...

nice concept, i love the colours of your dress:)