Vintage Christmas Stocking

We met the lovely Sara at our book launch and first birthday celebrations back in October and she has picked out 'Style Me Vintage' as her perfect stocking filler on her blog The Literary Look, which features two of our personal favourite pastimes beauty and books.

See her post below and at The Literary Look.

TUESDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2010

In my stocking, part one: Style Me Vintage, by Belinda Hay

And so it’s Christmas time. Personally, I’m nowhere near going shopping. The funds don’t roll in until mid-month plus I like the pressure of a tight deadline –typical journo.

But if you’re in a pickle over what to buy for a beauty-obsessed loved one, look no further than Style Me Vintage by Belinda Hay. The book is a step-by-step guide to achieving the most wanted looks, from a Brigitte Bardot beehive to a Rita Hayworth curl.

And if anyone knows how to create amazing tresses from times gone by it’s Hay. Owner of The Painted Lady salon in Shoreditch, she keeps east end hipsters looking retro for a living. From nails to make-up, cutting to colouring, her stylists are seriously skilled and the salon itself is a unique little gem. 

Vintage styling makes it feel like visiting a decadent parlour from the 1950s, when as soon as the curlers were out and the lipstick was on you'd go straight out dancing with a highly unsuitable boy. Ideal way to spend the evening if you ask me... If you’re in need of a Christmas present, Style Me Vintage is the perfect stocking filler. And if you’re in need of party season glamour in the London area, pay a visit to The Painted Lady. Looking luxe has never been more fun.