Kristina Suko

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Eccentric Owl
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A country girl and mama with a love for vintage, thrift stores, owls, and her very own prince charming.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 452 )
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Polka Dot Skirt, Beaded Top, and Floral Heels
Finding Classics This blouse is, without a doubt, the most beautiful blouse I have ever thrifted. Lately I have been pushing myself to find classic pieces; item... Read more
Posted on 16 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
1940’s Vintage Hat, Windowpane Check Vintage Dress, and Facing Fears
New Look Sometimes, an outfit comes together only after the perfect accessory is found. In the case of today, this hat was needed. Read more
Posted on 12 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
eShakti Deer Dress, a Plaid Shawl, and Adventures in the Forest
eShakti was kind enough to send me this dress for review, but all opinions expressed herein are my honest thoughts about the dress and brand. A Walk in the... Read more
Posted on 09 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Vintage 1950’s Shirtwaist Dress, Novelty Vegetable Purse, and Bravery at the Park
The Vegetable Gardens You all know I am an avid thrift-store shopper. But even in all of the years I have been visiting my local thrift haunts, I am still... Read more
Posted on 05 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Vintage Coat, Swing Dress, and Bumper Bangs
The Long Hunt Happy New Year! I hope your celebrations were fun and safe, and that your year has started out awesomely! My year began pretty quietly, as we’re... Read more
Posted on 03 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
2016 Outfit Recap
Happy New Year’s Eve! I hope you are all celebrating safely! While I’m sick at home, I thought I’d do a last-minute recap of my favorite outfits of 2016. Read more
Posted on 01 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Vintage Faux Fur, Black Lipstick, and New Years Goals
Mod(ern) Vintage It’s the last post of the year! A bad case of the flu (not stomach, thankfully!) has had me bound to the couch since Monday, but I’m finally... Read more
Posted on 30 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Jungle Skirt, Panther Brooch, and a Swamplandia! Book Review
Swamplandia! Welcome to December’s installment of the BBRBF Book Club! If you want to see past posts, click through here. This month, we read Swamplandia! by... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Fur Collar, Stripes, and Another Christmas Outfit
Festive Are you tired of red and green yet? Because I have yet to find an end to festively themed outfits this month! Though it was 0 degrees Celsius out, I... Read more
Posted on 19 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Marabou Bolero, Ice Skating Scene Skirt, and Staying Warm in the Winter
A Winter Wonderland As you can see, last week it snowed at our house! When I saw in the morning that the white was still covering the ground, I ran around like ... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Red Coat, Strawberry Purse, and Lots of Snow
Snoqualmie Falls Anniversary Trip Last week, Nehemiah and I celebrated four years of marriage. Since our actual anniversary fell on a Thursday, we decided to... Read more
Posted on 12 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Red Coat, Cherry Dress, and Postpartum Depression
Red is a Happy Color Yesterday, I left my kids with my mother-in-law and got ready to go to the grocery store. I had just recommitted to following a healthy pla... Read more
Posted on 08 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Vintage Paisley Dress, Knee High Boots, and Thoughts on Standing out
Standing On My Own When I first started fashion blogging, I always wanted to blog about items that were easily accessible. I felt like it was better to share... Read more
Posted on 05 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
1940’s Vintage Dress, Backseam Hose, and Fur Trim Booties
A Colorful Past I don’t know about you, but when I think of the 1940’s, I think of subdued colors, of wasp-waist skirt-suits, of velvet details and tweed... Read more
Posted on 01 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
A Plaid Vintage Housedress, Tall Boots, and a Headscarf
A Vintage Housedress This dress only has one pocket. So far as I have understood, generally dresses with a single pocket from the midcentury were meant to be... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Vintage Plaid Dress, Vintage Apron, and Housewife Vibes
My Grandmother’s Pie Happy Thanksgiving, my American friends! I wore this outfit to celebrate early with my in-laws, and was reminiscing on Thanksgivings past a... Read more
Posted on 24 November 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Trailer Park Flamingo Vintage Dress, Tall Boots, and a Headscarf
Heads up! I have recently cleared out my closet of a massive amount of things that no longer fit me or my evolving style. It’s all posted right over here. Read more
Posted on 21 November 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Magical Ribbons: Cheshire Cat, The Mad Hatter, and the Rose Bush
Magical Ribbons Last month, one of my friends internet-introduced me to Hayley, who creates the most darling flower crowns, hair bows, and bow ties that are... Read more
Posted on 18 November 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Crop Top, Headscarf, and Novelty Print Car Skirt
Cars Every once in a while, I feel as though I get extra lucky while thrifting. A dress whose shape and pattern is one I’ve had on my thrifting DISO (desperatel... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION -
Cable Knit Sweater, Vintage Dress, and Knee High Boots
Need For Comfort Today has been a day that I unexpectedly needed comfort. The ups and downs of mom life and internet life have collided on this day, as life... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION