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Life Lately and New Happenings...

Whew! The past few weeks have incredibly challenging! I recently launched my own Vintage Clothing Rental business and I've hit the ground running.  I've been amassing such a huge collection of vintage clothing over the years and I NEED to share it with others! It would be selfish and outright wrong to hide them away from the world forever.
 This Green Sequined dress, below, has become a symbol of my business. Quirky, eye-catching, different,and unique. I started  Carmine & Hayworth so I can create a visual discussion over fashion and it's history. Such beautiful pieces help to tell a story of who made it and also where it's going.  Anyone who puts this dress on instantly feels the glitz and glamour! That's my goal is to be able to immerse others in that feeling, like I'm lucky enough to do daily 💗

Green Sequined Turban by Marrow Creative on Etsy
Vintage Showgirl Dress via TiffLittleFingers on Etsy


When I was in high school, the path I originally had for myself was to become a fashion designer. Not because I wanted my name on a label, but rather I loved to make things and touch each fabric, button, rhinestone, etc.  I let others opinions deter me from making that my career and I've regretted it ever since. I've used these pieces to regain my passion I had before I let others take the wheel. Below is a headpiece I made just for a project that I may or may not have.  I just wanted to do it. It was inspired by a 1920's flapper headpiece that I knew I could never obtain for myself, so I decided to make one! It's crude, messy and imperfect, but I created what I had in my mind.
I love being able to show others what they can do and are capable of!

Faux Pearl & rhinestone headpiece made by Moi

This 1960's Showgirl Headdress below has become the mascot for my business. It's fantasy, glitz, glamour and art all rolled into one! I love to collect and dress with INTENT! I have an idea in mind and everyday I execute what I want to portray when I walk out the door. These pieces have almost become my friends, in a way, since they've been able to remind me that I'm fortunate to do what I love and I'm able to share it with others now too. 

1960's Showgirl Headpiece via SIBvintage on Etsy

As an add-on, I just had to share this AMAZING vintage room divider I just purchased! Once I get a Brick & Mortar up and running this will be a huge part of my space! 


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