Coco Cherie

I've Been Away

2011-05-15T06:15:00.000-07:00

I've been away from blogger. And, I am going to be starting a new blog soon. It will be launched in a couple weeks to come. My new blog will be more of a personal blog and be more about my passion and journey through photography. See you in a few weeks!

long time, no see

2011-03-19T11:04:00.000-07:00

My flea market finds from last Sunday. I purchased a few more. I just can't decide if I want to keep them or not:) hehehe

1980s mauve polka dots dress

1960s mod black and ivory shift dress

Sexy and Sweet

2011-02-17T18:28:00.000-08:00

Just listed these three pretties today!

Vintage blue and white lace corset

Vintage white babydoll nightgown

Vintage black and ivory lace babydoll

Etsy Shop Update

2011-02-17T07:25:00.000-08:00

I'm slowly making some changes with my vintage clothing shop on Etsy. I created a new, simple banner for my shop yesterday and have finally been using my new lighter grey backdrop for my pictures. I really like the light grey vs. the white and the darker grey. My other idea that I go back and forth on are my pictures. I am still planning to use the mannequin but, I can't decide if my thumbnail photo should be split in two or only show one.

I am also going to be changing the style I do my descriptions, just slightly. I am trying to make my shop as clean and simple as possible. My mannequin is pink and that is already more busy and bright than I really want so I am attempting to tone down everything else until the day I find a neutral mannequin.

Lastly, after I post all of my new items I am going to go back through all of my old items and redo the photos. Some of them are in need of some serious help!

Here are a few of the freshly listed dresses and I have 20 plus more to go from Sunday's flea market. To see my shop click here, Little Orphan Fannie.

Only one new item, today.

2011-02-10T18:21:00.001-08:00

And here it is!

Vintage White and Salmon Pink Petticoat

Thanks for looking!

I see you

2011-02-08T19:35:00.000-08:00

Last week for my Valentine's gift, my sweetheart purchased a new camera lens for me. It arrived yesterday and I am so excited to have it.

As soon as I noticed the mail man across the way, I religiously kept peeking out my window to see when he'd be to our mailbox. As he drove up, I saw a package on his trucks step and assumed it had to be mine. (In fact, I tried to take a picture of it from a window upstairs, to see if my name was on it.....of course while he wasn't looking). I was right! And, here he came to ring my door bell.

I had a lot of fun chasing around my pets again. I am not going to bore you with more pet photos instead, I decided to post a self portrait I did last night using my new lens.

Truthfully, I don't really care for this photo but, my blog has been abandoned again. And I needed to do a post. hahahaha

I have a much better photo idea but, I didn't have the patience for it last night and need to re attempt it in a few days.

So, I leave you with this slightly creepy self portrait. If you can't tell, all I really liked in this picture was my left eye.

P.S. I remind myself a little of Amanda Palmer from the Dresden Dolls or...maybe a little Marilyn Manson.

Visit to Swami's This Afternoon

2011-02-01T21:16:00.000-08:00

I am not going to write much because I am sleepy. But, today I had a nice time with my sweetheart walking around at the beach called Swami's in Encinitas, Ca.

Below are some pictures I took and edited today.

New Dresses Added To Little Orphan Fannie

2011-01-28T07:36:00.000-08:00

A couple dresses, these leather shorts, and a pretty nightgown and peignoir set.

Vintage Black Leather Shorts (S)

1960s Vintage Ruffled Collar Black Cocktail Dress

1960s Beige and Brown Floral Print Wiggle Dress

1950s Vintage Sheer Pink Nightgown and Peignoir Set

1960s Vintage White Eyelet Dress

Larger Photography Prints

2011-01-26T14:41:00.000-08:00

Just added to my other Etsy store, Coco Cherie.

Just One...

2011-01-25T14:36:00.000-08:00

Just listed, this lovely blue and ivory wiggle dress.

Valentine's Day Inspired Shop Update

2011-01-20T15:54:00.001-08:00

Most of the day I spent photographing more new items that will be headed directly into my shop. Here are a few newly listed dresses, all listed today.

Vintage Pink Lingerie Top

1950s Vintage Pink Lace Party Dress

Vintage 1940s Red Dress

1960s Vintage Peach Floral Print Dress

I've Been Hibernating

2011-01-18T19:43:00.000-08:00

Like a bear in the winter, I too hibernate. Here in sunny California, I have to no reason to hibernate. Instead, it's more my lack of motivation to leave my house. I guess it's good that I can remain so entertained staying home. It is about time for me to get out of here. Maybe tomorrow. Maybe.

I've also already given up on my "blog daily" resolution. I gave up on that one fast. I guess, I don't enjoy it,enough to make it daily. So, I am not going to push myself to do something I don't enjoy. Instead, I will just write whenever I feel like sharing something or to give shop updates or photography updates.

Sunday, I had a great time with my mom and dad. We made it to another Flea Market. This time it was in Long Beach, Ca. I still prefer the Pasadena Flea Market but, it was very fun exploring more rows of dusty history. I managed to find 25 vintages dresses to add to my Etsy shop. So far, I have added 8. The others are still waiting their turn.

Another thing, I have noticed, is I buy almost all small dresses. I don't always do it intentionally. It just seems like the small ones are the easiest to find. And, I tend to purchase things I want and if I can't fit, I sell it. I am going to try to be more conscious of sizes next time.

To see these dresses, visit my Etsy shop... Little Orphan Fannie. By the way, all of these here are size small. I am sorry, I know, I know... I need different sizes.

I took the photos of this pink dress, right as the sun was setting and it's so strange how it has a completely different background color than the rest of the photos. They were all taken on the same day(yesterday), all by natural light coming in through the window. It's neat to see the variation. I can almost tell what time it is in all of the photos.

Light My Way

2011-01-05T15:32:00.000-08:00

Here is my first finished self portrait of 2011. I was reading the first chapter, of Lewis Caroll's, Through The Looking Glass and as I was reading my imagination was finally coming alive.

" 'But oh!' thought Alice, suddenly jumping up, 'if I don't make haste I shall have to go back through the Looking-glass, before I've seen what the rest of the house is like! Let's have a look at the garden first!' She was out of the room in a moment, and ran down stairs -- or, at least, it wasn't exactly running, but a new invention of hers for getting down stairs quickly and easily, as Alice said to herself. She just kept the tips of her fingers on the hand-rail, and floated gently down without even touching the stairs with her feet; then she floated on through the hall, and would have gone straight out at the door in the same way, if she hadn't caught hold of the door-post. She was getting a little giddy with so much floating in the air, and was rather glad to find herself walking again in the natural way."- Source

It was this paragraph that inspired me. I knew I wanted to create a photo of myself using my unfinished staircase(which most of the time, drives me crazy to see!..and crossing my fingers, will soon get new flooring.) I wanted to attempt to be weightless, like Alice, as "she floated on through the hall".

I didn't plan this shoot very well and I never really do. They come very spur of the moment. Earlier in the day, yesterday, I had been shopping with my sweetheart, David. We were on a mission to find him a new office chair and to peruse through a thrift store or two before heading home. I was feeling slightly disappointed because I didn't find anything of interest at the thrift stores and I knew, if I came home empty handed I was going to be in an incomplete mood and bored.

I didn't want to go home. All of a sudden, I was feeling very creative and in the need to purchase something! A true shopaholic I am. So, I convinced David to make one last stop, Wal Mart. Now, I had a mission, I wanted a photo prop and I wanted to use it when we got home.

Lately, I have been intrigued with leviation photography, and any kind of surreal or "trick" photography. A month or so back, I attempted a few and loved creating them. So, last night I knew, I should try my "Alice" inspired photo.

Once, I get the idea, I am in a mad rush to make it happen. Once, I got home, I quickly found a dress I already had, threw it on, along with some white children's tights. My hair was left as is from the day and I had no makeup on. I grabbed my camera, my tripod and my sweetheart David. I had him help me with the setup and for a little physical support.

David and I don't always work well together. His patience was on it's end, so, I finished with more poses and props on my own. After taking all of the photos, I reviewed them and got to work. In the end, I photoshopped about 15 to 20 images together to create this photo.

The photo wasn't quite what I had invisioned but, it usually isn't. I visualized it being in color but, decided it was better in black and white. I wanted to attempt a different pose that just didn't work out. My lighting was alright. I almost achieved the mood I wanted. I needed to plan, and think this through. I have a list in my mind, for the next time. Everything, I need to work on and new challenges.

For now, I'll go along with it and hope for the best. I will definitely be attempting more of these in the future. Hopefully, I will have an assistant or a model or even better, both. Thanks for reading and viewing!

Rain, rain, go away! I want to go outside and play!

2011-01-02T19:08:00.000-08:00

I have been trapped indoors because I haven't wanted to venture out into the rain. I understand that I am a wimp due to growing up in California my whole life. Usually I don't mind the rain. But, everytime, last month and now this month, when I have a photo shoot planned(without rain) it seems to rain. So, I am just frustrated with the rain.

Tomorrow, if I feel daring and if it's still raining I think I will go take some pictures in it.

Instead of going outside today. I snapped a few shots of my pets:) I didn't photograph all of them just the ones that were near me. What can I say, rain makes me lazy!

Happy New Year!

2011-01-01T20:11:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to everyone!

Here's what I did today. I had fun trying to touch the sunlight coming in through my bedroom window and I added a few new items to my Etsy shop, Little Orphan Fannie.

I also, had fun photographing my newest vintage find, the 1930's peasant blouse. It might be an item I keep for myself. I haven't decided if I will be adding that to the shop or not. I'm in love with it. It's so beautiful, delicate, sheer and has red embroidery(my favorite color). I haven't tried it on yet, so that may be the deal breaker.

Self Portrait - Vulnerable

2010-12-19T10:04:00.000-08:00

Newly added to my Etsy shop Coco Cherie.... 5x5 print, titled Vulnerable.

Tiny Shop Update

2010-12-17T07:02:00.000-08:00

I printed this self portrait and I have an 8x10 for sale in my Etsy shop.

Title: Weightless

I am so terrible at posting regularly....

2010-12-14T22:26:00.000-08:00

I guess, I just don't feel I have that much to say. At least, I don't feel it's interesting enough to blog about. Even though, my favorite bloggers just talk about their day to day activities and post pictures and I thoroughly enjoy it. Maybe, next year I will get better.

Today, I created a list of ideas of things to photograph. I am considering doing a new photo a day. I don't know how long that will last but, it would be a fun challenge. I am not planning to restrict it to self portraits only. I will be allowed to photograph anything. I need to challenge myself and give this blog some action! For now, here are a few newly listed photography prints. All happen to be self portraits. They have been added to my Etsy shop Coco Cherie .

Light and Shadows 5x5 Print - $10.00

Sitting Still 5x7 Print - $10.00

Soul Searching 5x7 Print - $10.00

Wish...

2010-12-01T08:19:00.000-08:00

Last night I photographed a series of pictures with the idea to create some greeting cards, postcards and more prints. Here is a little preview of what they're going to look like. I had a lot of fun and I love the shabby chic style they have.

Sienna 10 months old

2010-11-29T10:41:00.001-08:00

Now selling photography prints......

2010-11-26T14:47:00.000-08:00

Hello all! I reopened my Etsy store Coco Cherie but, this time I am selling photography prints. Check it out!

Coco Cherie Photography on Etsy now!

Loads of reasonably priced Fine Art Prints.
Sizes: 4x6
5x5
5x7
8x10
and more to come...

Sunburnt Leaves Print

Falcon Bumper Metallic Print

Black and White Dahlia Flower

Antiqued Green Leaves Print

Soft Landing 4x6 Metallic Print

Coco Cherie Photography on Etsy

Update On Etsy

2010-11-12T11:58:00.001-08:00

Today I have been a busy little bee, updating my Etsy shop. Here are a few of my favorites from today's update. I hope everyone had a great Veteran's Day and I am so thankful for all of their service to all of us!

Vintage 50s 60s Black and Brown Plaid Wiggle Dress

Vintage 60s White Babydoll Nightgown

Vintage 50s 60s Black Lace Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1970s Simple Ivory Dress

1960s Baby Pink and White Nightgown

Sea Port Village and Coronado

2010-11-11T12:03:00.000-08:00

Earlier this week my friend Jessica suggested that she and I should drive down to San Diego, walk around and explore new locations. I don't do this as often as I would like too but, yesterday we went. As we wandered, of course I snapped several photos.

My favorte pictures were taken from the sand, looking out into the sunset, in front of Hotel Del Coronado. A beautiful historic hotel opened in 1888.

Our short adventure started by parking her car in the parking lot of Horton Plaza. A fabulous place to shop, if you aren't a "starving artist". Since, neither of us have much spending money we kept away from the shops and only ventured there to validate our parking ticket.

Jessica wanted to walk down to Sea Port Village and take some photos of the boats and near surroundings. Unfortunately, neither of us knew or realized ahead of time, that the docks were private. So, I was left feeling less inspired.

We continued to walk back to her car. The more we walked around, the hungrier I became. The Gaslamp area of San Diego is filled with restaurants and little shops. Both too tempting. We still had about an hour left of the sun so, we got back into the car and went across the Coronado bridge. Ending at the beachfront to finish our short, photographic adventure.

A Lonely Sunday

2010-11-09T11:00:00.001-08:00

Three self portraits from this past Sunday.

I Created My First Etsy Treasury

2010-11-09T08:25:00.000-08:00

Here is a screen shot of my first treasury. The link to browse it is below.

Link to my Etsy Treasury: Nice Dream

In a Hurry

2010-11-04T09:36:00.000-07:00

I am trying to get a few things accomplished early this morning because I would like to go to The Art of Photography Show, in San Diego. It has been going on for a couple months now and it ends Nov. 7th. I am still not sure if I will be able to make it but, I really, really want to.

Here's today's vintage clothing that will be added to my shop Little Orphan Fannie.

I can't wait for later on in the month, when I do more photo shoots. It's been awhile now since I have done any besides a few self portraits. I am ready to get out there and shoot!

Etsy Update

2010-11-03T10:39:00.000-07:00

There isn't a theme to this weeks update. But, here's what has been freshly added to my shop Little Orphan Fannie.

Vintage 1970s Leather and Fur Coat

1970s Vintage Babydoll Dress

1970s Peach One Shoulder Dress

Vintage 1970s Long Black Nightgown

1980s 1990s Vintage Black Beaded Cocktail Dress

1960s Vintage Black Cape

Hand Dyed Vintage Slip

Vintage 1970s Brown Young Edwardian Dress

1960s Vintage Bright Red Coat

Vintage 1970s Brown Leather and Dark Fur Collar Jacket

1950s Vintage Green, Brown and Teal Dress (XS)

1980s Green Sweater Dress

1960s Black Cocktail Dress and Matching Jacket

1980s Vintage Blue and White Striped Jumpsuit

Awake too early

2010-11-02T05:28:00.000-07:00

For some reason, I have been awake since 3:30 a.m. I have been listening/watching music videos. Here are a couple more I wanted to share.

We are your friends....

2010-11-02T04:43:00.001-07:00

This song has been stuck in my head. So, I am sharing it will everyone:)

Another fun one.

Black and White Etsy Update

2010-10-27T13:24:00.000-07:00

Vintage 1970s Short Ivory Dress

Vintage 1980s Black and White Blouse

1960s Two Piece Mod Dress and Coat- Sold!

1960s Perfect Little Black Dress (XS)

Here's a quick look into my Etsy shop, Little Orphan Fannie. Today's theme was Black and White. Enjoy!

A collaboration with myself.

2010-10-26T22:55:00.000-07:00

Another self portrait that I did tonight. I couldn't get it exactly how I wanted it but, it's close enough and I will probably try it again.

Down The Rabbit Hole

2010-10-21T20:33:00.000-07:00

Self Portrait taken tonight!

Second Levitating Self Portrait

2010-10-21T15:37:00.000-07:00

Here is my second levitating photo from just a couple hours ago. I might try to create a series of these. They're so much fun!

"Levitating"

2010-10-20T23:28:00.000-07:00

Tonight, I was browsing through blogs and I got so inspired by a photo that a blogger had just posted. I clicked on the source and came across some really interesting photos. I felt so inspired, I had to try it out for myself. This is my first attempt to "levitating". I had a blast trying to levitate and I am super excited to try something similar to this again. I already have other ideas. This was sorta my test shoot and I actually like it a lot. Next time, I hope to set things up better. As well, I need to work on my pose. This isn't the last levitating I will try!

*This photo was taken in my room and I think it would be hilarious if I enlarged it and hung it on the wall near my bed.

Is this too dark? Personally, I like it but, I am not sure if I should make it lighter.

One more thing, I need a title for this photograph. I am not so great with coming up with titles. Any ideas?

Contemplating Change

2010-10-15T21:04:00.000-07:00

Today, I felt so lazy. I looked around my house and thought of things that I could be doing but, nothing seemed to motivate me. I snapped a couple pictures of my living room. I decided I want to make some slight changes but, I needed a better look. It can be difficult to recognize what needs changed when you're seeing it everyday. Your mind and eyes just get used to it. I needed a new perspective.

I have recently repainted the lighter colored wall from a deep red to this bone white color and I am still adjusting to it. I am slowly starting to shift my style. I really like opposites styles. Sometimes they tend to not mix well. I love the soft shabby chic look, the ultra feminine, all whites, then I love a retro look, bold colors and layered clutter. I can never decide on one. So, I usually don't go with either or try to do a weird mix of the two. Also, I hate cleaning so I prefer to have less things. It makes cleaning, much faster.

Unfortunately, my other problem is my budget. I can only make purchases at a snails pace. At times I do get lucky and score something abandoned by someone else. Which I have had happen several times and I make the best of it(the white shelf above my couch was one of those abandoned items, found on the roadside).

Studying these two pictures, I think I will be removing the clock and when I find a replacement piece, I will post pictures. What do you think would look better there? And I also need to lower the white shelf. I used to have a different couch and it was much larger. I still haven't gotten around to lowering the shelf. Soon, real soon.

Oh and have you ever seen such a huge lamp shade. I love oversized lamps and especially lamp shades. It's so big, it makes the room look like a doll house, where all of the furniture's sizes don't match because some of the furniture was made for Barbie and some for Polly Pocket but, as a kid you used all of it anyways because that's what you had. Well, my living room is the same, I use what I have and I have favorite pieces they just don't all match.

Delicious Homemade Asian Soup!

2010-10-14T14:35:00.000-07:00

I've been experimenting in the kitchen lately and today attempted to create an Asian style soup. I know, I am such a dork. Taking pictures of the soup, I proudly made and am currently eating. Then even blogging about it. But, it was delicious!

Here's a list of the ingredients:
Bok Choy
Baby Corn
Watercrest
Celery
Snow Peas
Zucchini
Shitake Mushrooms
Green Onions
Garlic
Rice Stick Noodles
Vegetable Bouillon
Sesame Chili Oil
Soy Sauce
Lemon Juice
Red Pepper Flakes
Water

Rose Bowl Flea Market Finds

2010-10-12T17:03:00.000-07:00

Sunday, my mom, my stepdad and I took a short road trip to the Pasadena Flea Market. It was my first time going to a Flea Market and I had high expectations. My expectations were definitely met. I am so excited about all the lovely vintage dresses I purchased and will be posting them to my Etsy store, Little Orphan Fannie. It's going to be really difficult to let some of them go. (I haven't allowed myself to try any on because I'd keep all of them!)

1950s Blue Sheer Dress

Vintage Blue and Green Day Dress

1950s Vintage Pink and Orange Dress-(Just Sold)

1950s Vintage Blue Lace Dress

Vintage 1950s Pink Floral Day Dress

1970s Vintage Strapless Lace Dress

More to come.......SOON!

Small Etsy Update

2010-09-18T10:50:00.001-07:00

The first dress reminds me of Barbie. I could imagine myself as a little girl adoring this dress on her and wanting one for myself. Now, I found one life size and it doesn't fit me. So, I hope someone else will be able to have some fun in this "Barbie-esque" vintage 80's dress.

All of these dresses are located in my etsy shop Little Orphan Fannie.

Vintage 80s Hot Pink Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1970s Ivory and Lace Mexican Peasant Dress

Pastel Pink Flapper Inspired 80s Dress

Vintage 1960s Little Black Cocktail Dress

Video Montage of My Trip to Vancouver Island

2010-09-16T10:47:00.000-07:00

Romantic Beach Photo Shoot

2010-09-04T09:18:00.000-07:00

Here are more photos from the "Trash the Dress" photo shoot I did in Torrey Pines. Torrey Pines is a spectacular area of Southern California. The "models" here are actually a newly married couple. The bride was a former co-worker of mine and she's a sweetheart. I look forward to doing more shoots like this one. I had a blast!

"Trash the Dress"

2010-08-30T20:45:00.001-07:00

More photos from yesterdays "Trash the Dress" shoot.

Torrey Pines

2010-08-30T09:34:00.000-07:00

Vintage Falcon

2010-08-28T20:33:00.000-07:00

This was such a cute car. I wish it were mine!

Retouching Photos For Fun

2010-08-26T17:19:00.000-07:00

Hello! I haven't had many photo shoots lately so, instead I have been retouching other photographers stock photos for practice. I really want to get to a professional level one day. I know I have a ways to go but, I am hoping practice will make perfect!

Original link to first photo: http://fetishfaerie-stock.deviantart.com/art/Mouth-Diamonds-78847844

Original link to the second photo: http://niniel-stocks.deviantart.com/gallery/#/d2ffi7j

Original link to third photo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/204studios/3620542679/in/photostream/

Shop Update: Little Orphan Fannie

2010-08-16T19:10:00.000-07:00

I've been snapping pictures(and eating tons of gummy bears) throughout the day. Vintage dresses and slips have been added to my etsy shop, Little Orphan Fannie. Later in the week I will be updating my other etsy shop, Coco Cherie Vintage but, for now, check out what Little Fannie has to offer:) Thanks!!

"t" iamamiwhoami

2010-08-14T09:42:00.000-07:00

Y iamamiwhoami

2010-08-14T09:33:00.000-07:00

Natural Beauty

2010-08-13T17:44:00.000-07:00

I took these photos all in the same day last week. My boyfriend had rented us a really cool macro lens, neither one of us really knew how to use. But, we had fun exploring a local park for a couple hours. These were a few shots that came out nicely. By the way, the pictures of my cat in the window, I did not use the macro lens. I just added those in because she looked so cute.

I am craving the time to feel better and go out and take some more pictures. All week I have been sick, and stuck at home with Strep Throat. I used to frequently get Strep when I was younger and I forgot how painful it really is. I am just starting to feel better, thanks to antibiotics.

You all should be seeing and hearing a lot more from me in the future because I quit my job and I will be working on selling vintage clothing and pursuing a career in photography.

Hope everyone is having a great Friday!!

"Can't you find a clue when your eyes are all painted Sinatra blue"

2010-07-31T18:35:00.000-07:00

In With The Old, Out With The New

2010-07-31T17:17:00.000-07:00

Being brave to share(model) this darling vintage bathing suit!

Out of the Ordinary

2010-07-31T16:15:00.000-07:00

Overdue....

more to come....soon.

Vintage Purses

2010-07-30T09:28:00.001-07:00

Vintage Yellow Mesh Purse

Vintage Silver 60s Handbag

Vintage Steel Blue Shoulder Strap Purse or Clutch

Vintage Ivory and Grey Striped Coinpurse

Vintage Blue Raffia Purse

Here are a few vintage purses I posted yesterday to my Etsy store Little Orphan Fannie. To see more photos and read the description please click the link below each picture. Thanks!

Sienna's Smiles

2010-07-08T08:45:00.000-07:00

My latest photo shoot starring "Smiley Sienna"! She was such a doll during her photo session. I had fun taking these last Saturday.

Currently, I have no other shoots planned and I am thinking of doing a really elaborately planned shoot soon. I haven't really done one yet and I've been brainstorming ideas. I just need to start collecting or making my props and get a model. I am gearing towards something fairytale inspired. I'll keep you updated.

2010-07-02T08:52:00.000-07:00

Here are a few of the latest pictures I have taken and/or re-edited recently. But, I do promise, someday soon, I will be uploading more items to my Etsy store Coco Cherie Vintage. Earlier this year, I was swept away from everything but my camera....

Out For A Walk

2010-06-30T10:08:00.001-07:00

My favorite picture from yesterdays walk through Del Mar.

Long Beach Engagement Photo Session

2010-06-27T21:57:00.000-07:00

More pictures from yesterday's engagement photo session. All photos were taken in Long Beach, Ca.

Korren and Darryl's Engagement Session

2010-06-27T00:21:00.000-07:00

Here are a couple pictures from today's engagement session. More photos to come...tomorrow!

Sara and Steve's Wedding

2010-06-24T12:52:00.000-07:00

June 12th, 2010 was not only a very special day for bride and groom, Sara and Steve but, an exciting day for my good friend Rhea and me. Steve and Sara's wedding was our first wedding we had the opportunity to photograph. Both the bride and groom were such amazing people. They were so easy going and sweet, and they have great friends and family. It made it really fun to photograph all of them and I am ready to get out there and shoot again.

Here are a few captured moments from their special day(not in order...opps)!

My Second Etsy Store.... Little Orphan Fannie!

2010-06-06T10:21:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! I am sorry for the lack of posts lately. I am still busy with home improvement projects, work, photography and now a second Etsy store. I will not be giving up on Coco Cherie Vintage but, I will be taking a break to make room in my closet for even better vintage items. I created my second Etsy store to kinda destash some of my vintage finds. I started collecting a few years ago and I have hit overload. My closet is overflowing with stuff! It's fun to have a variety of outfits especially since I began playing around with photography but, some of it has to go... I am cleaning house and adding things for very low prices to my second Etsy store. So if you are interested in bargain priced vintage apparel go check out Little Orphan Fannie. She would love to have you browse through her and many more items will be on their way soon.

Here's a peak of a few recently added items:

Oldtown San Diego - Photo Shoot

2010-04-03T08:08:00.001-07:00

Yesterday, my friends and I cruised down to Oldtown, San Diego. My friend Jessica styled this shoot and I photographed it. Clothing modeled by Sonia!

Update

2010-03-31T07:53:00.001-07:00

It's been awhile since I have posted something so, I figured I would have to do a post to show some of the things I have been busily working on.

Number One: Photos! I have been trying to take as many as possible. This week I have four photo shoots that I will be working on. After I take those, I will be sure to post them.

Number Two: Home improvement projects! This list is long.... so, I won't even talk about it until there's more progress.

Number Three: Designing and photographing pictures for my upcoming website where, I will be selling vintage clothing and photography. Two sites in one:)

Number Four: Everything else! hahaha

Coming soon....Summer of 2010

2010-03-15T10:15:00.000-07:00

Music To Start My Day

2010-03-14T10:10:00.000-07:00

Bon Iver - Skinny Love!!

2010-03-02T10:22:00.000-08:00

Today, I just feel like enjoying the beautiful day outside and listening to some romantic Bon Iver songs! Here is a little taste of my day:)

Vintage Inspired Photoshoot

2010-03-01T11:46:00.000-08:00

Muted tones

2010-02-24T21:13:00.000-08:00

I have been going through the pictures that I took yesterday at Balboa Park and Coronado and I like a bunch of them. I am having trouble deciding which are my favorites. So, I may be posting all kinds of different ones from the same day because I like too many. Tons more to come soon:)

All That Glitters Is Gold

2010-02-23T22:26:00.001-08:00

Today I went down to Balboa Park, in San Diego. It's such a beautiful place and it's wonderful to take pictures at. I went there with my friend to scout out some cool locations to come back to. While we were looking around for good spots for the next time we go there we shot a few pictures. I was bummed because we got there a little too late in the afternoon and the clouds were blocking most of the sunlight. After we went to Balboa park we cruised over to Coronado Island and took a few pictures on the beach.

For now, here are two pictures. The first is from Coronado Island and the second one, Balboa Park. I will be editing plenty more soon:) I'll keep you posted.

Of course, my styling for this shoot is vintage:) Except the shoes, those are from Reflection. I couldn't resist buying them.

Going to Balboa Park

2010-02-23T13:44:00.001-08:00

Today, my friend and I are going to do some location scouting and take a few pictures as we go. Here is the outfit we will be photographing later today. And I will be adding this yellow mesh purse to my etsy store later this week.

My Little Sweetheart Pepper

2010-02-19T10:21:00.000-08:00

I couldn't resist taking these photos of my little pup Pepper. She's actually full grown but, she's still as tiny as a puppy:) I love her wild hair and her huge bat-like ears!

Forever Sweetheart Contest - Chictopia

2010-02-10T13:37:00.001-08:00

As I was getting ready to enter this outfit into my Chictopia. I came across there Forever Sweetheart Contest and decided I should enter this outfit. So here is my entry:)

2010-02-10T11:40:00.001-08:00

Self Portrait.

Playsuit: Vintage, thrifted and then altered.
Shoes: Vintage, purchased at a thrift store for only $3.00.
Socks: Macy's, Pink lace trouser socks I folded over.
Umbrella: Vintage, thrifted

Playing around in an altered playsuit. Believe it or not this little jumper had long pants. I gave it one look and I just knew it need to be altered into shorts! I think it came out darling. In fact, too darling. I wanted to sell it on Etsy but, I have fallen in love with it and can not do it yet.

Photography Update

2010-02-06T00:43:00.000-08:00

Lately, I have been working on building a photography portfolio. I am becoming very passionate about photography and I am more and more inspired by vintage clothing for my photo shoots. These photos were taken earlier today in my dining room. Yep, I have a couch in my dining room.

I have several more pictures that I need to add to my blog. One set includes an adorable playsuit, that I altered this week. I had planned to sell it on Etsy but, once I put it on, I think I have decided I can't part with it yet. I did do a self portrait photoshoot in it and I will be posting some of those photos soon.

For now, here are a few of Model Mayhem's lovely model and mommy of one, Britagne!

Blogger Discount

2010-01-27T07:57:00.001-08:00

Vintage Black Bombshell Dress

80's Black and White Retro Dress

Letting go of a favorite dress is always difficult. But, I would always prefer someone else to have the joy of wearing it too so, it makes it so much easier. Yep, one of these is a favorite of mine. I LOVE the solid black wiggle dress. It's very flattering, sophisticated and classy. Who ever purchases it, I would love to see a picture of them wearing it.

In fact, I have been thinking that I would love to see any of the clothing I sell, worn by the buyer. I think it would be fantastic to see how they've styled it. I think I will put a note somewhere on my Etsy store explaining that any buyer's are welcome to send me a photo of them, so I can post it on my blog of them wearing what they've purchased from my shop. I think it'd be so much fun.

Also, I have decided to give a Valentine's Day discount to Blogger's Only. Either of these two dresses I will discount $5.00 off each of them, just send me a convo through Etsy that you saw this discount through my blog. I will make the price adjustment for you. This offer will be good on each of these dresses until Valentine's Day or while they last. If there is another dress that you love I might make an exception and give you the discount on it too. So, have a look:)

What will you be wearing for Valentine's Day? Today, I am going to start my shopping for the perfect Valentine's Day dress. Wish me luck:)

Locks For Love and a Vintage Hawaiian Dress

2010-01-25T08:52:00.001-08:00

Last week my friend Danielle called me, to tell me that she was considering a new look for the new year. She had decided that she wanted to cut many inches off of her long Rapunzel locks.

When she came over, I told her that we could donate her hair to "Locks For Love", if she was willing to sacrifice the minimum amount of 10 inches. She decided that she'd love to donate her hair to someone else. So we pulled her hair into a ponytail, measured 10 inches and snipped it off.

After we snipped off the 10 inch ponytail, I gave her a long layered haircut and straightened her curly hair. She looked beautiful with her new look and in exchange of money. I suggested that she could model a dress I had been planning to sell on Etsy. I selected this brightly colored dress for her because I felt she did such a great thing. The dress needed to offer the same cheery mood we were in.

So, here is her new look and the dress she modeled:)

Vintage Hawaiian Dress

My First Pin-Up Inspired Photo Shoot

2010-01-24T10:19:00.000-08:00

Here's the first edited picture from yesterdays photo shoot with Model Mayhem, model Kiara. I will post more tomorrow after I edit a few others.

Adding To Etsy

2010-01-19T16:22:00.001-08:00

A few more items freshly added to Etsy.

Vintage 80s Metallic Pink Dress

Vintage 50's 60's Dress and Jacket

Vintage 80's Leopard Print Dress

Vintage 60's 70's Chevron Dress

Vintage 80's Dress With A Salsa Flair

Vintage 80's Black and White Beaded Dress

Vintage Red and White Secretary Dress

Updating The Etsy Shop!

2010-01-19T08:55:00.000-08:00

Cobalt Blue 1980's Evening Gown

Vintage 80's 90's Black and White Leather Dress

I am finally getting around to updating my Etsy store, Coco Cherie Vintage. I will be posting the new dresses and their links all day. So check back later. Here are a couple I have posted this morning.

2010-01-17T22:28:00.001-08:00

More photos from Saturdays photo shoot.

Peacocks and Mustaches

2010-01-17T10:57:00.000-08:00

Here are a couple more photos from yesterday.

My First Model From Model Mayhem

2010-01-16T21:57:00.000-08:00

Here are a couple pictures from my photo shoot earlier today. This is Jen, she is a model off of the website Model Mayhem. She is not only very pretty but, super friendly and fun.

Soon To Be Added To My Etsy Store

2010-01-14T22:51:00.001-08:00

Here's a preview of the dresses that I will be adding to my Etsy store tomorrow! Enjoy!

Black and White Vintage Slip

2010-01-14T09:11:00.000-08:00

These photos were taken after our clothing shoot for my Etsy store. We had to have a little extra fun that day. I can't wait to get the new dresses added to my shop. I haven't had an Etsy shop update in awhile and it's about time. The dresses will be added soon so be on the lookout!

Header Ideas?

2010-01-13T22:44:00.000-08:00

I took this picture earlier in the evening and I really love how it turned out. After I was done using them for another photo shoot of my friend. We left them on the ground. I loved their natural placement I had to photograph them.

I need to create a header for my blog and I might want to make this it. I don't really like where I have the text placed or the font but, I do love the roses. I will probably work on a header design around this picture.

Well, this is one possibility. I might be fooling around with some more ideas soon and I will have to post the options I come up with because I will need help deciding.

Jean Harlow

2010-01-10T22:51:00.001-08:00

All I can say, is Just Gorgeous! Jean Harlow is my inspiration this Sunday. We'll see what comes of the following week around her and her glam images and style.

2010-01-07T23:50:00.001-08:00

Getting sleepy, ready to dream.

Coco Cherie Photography

2010-01-03T22:22:00.000-08:00

I feel as though I have too many interests. I jump from one thing to another but, tend to love them all. Looking back at this past year, photography has really grabbed my attention. I have fallen in love with it! More and more of my posts keep going towards photography that I feel I need to start a portfolio and see if it leads me to a new path. Here are some photos that I have taken recently of my friend Jessica.

In 2010, I plan to have many more photo shoots, tons more vintage clothing added to my online stores and more frequent outfit posts:) I also plan to spiff up the looks of my blog by adding a custom header.

Sunday Inspiration

2010-01-03T09:36:00.001-08:00

One of my favorite types of photography is underwater photography. I have done a post in the past and I am still mesmerized by the beauty of it. I think I might start saving up for an underwater camera or a case for my digital point and shoot camera.

On Jan. 16th I have a photo shoot scheduled and these are some of the inspirational photos for the shoot. The photos I will be taking on the 16th unfortunately will not be fully underwater.

The model I am using, I meet off of the site Model Mayhem. This is another attempt at using a model from that site and I think this one will follow through. I haven't had much luck with the models on there keeping there appointments with me. I do find it funny, that I have been contacted by each model and that they are always the ones to cancel.

Oh well, I think the newest model I will be working with will follow through. I have meet her in person and she and I seem to have many interests and ideas in common.

After our photoshoot I will surely post my favorites.

Outfit

2010-01-02T11:29:00.001-08:00

Dress: Blu Echo
Jacket: Vintage Jacket From The 70's, Thrifted
Necklace: Vintage, Thrifted
Shoes: Aerosoles, Thrifted

Outfit Post Dec. 30th

2009-12-30T14:59:00.001-08:00

Dress: Vintage 90's Dress, Thrifted
Stockings: Betsey Johnson, eBay
Shoes: Vintage 80's Boots, Thrifted

Here is a rarity on my blog but, I do hope to have more of these in the upcoming year. It's an outfit post! This was the outfit I was wearing yesterday while I took some photos of my friend. We had a great day taking photos of each other. She proved to be a much better photographer than she thought. This spot had such a beautiful filter of light through the trees that I knew I would love how it looked. So, I sat against the fence and had a beautiful moment of peace.

Merry Christmas Eve!

2009-12-24T13:51:00.000-08:00

I haven't had much time to blog lately because I have been very busy taking photos for people. I have been getting several requests from my friends to take some portraits for them. Below are some that I have been working on. The red and black dress will be for sale soon too!

Rose Petals

2009-12-17T22:36:00.001-08:00

My favorite picture from last night's shoot.

Ashley's Fashion Project

2009-12-17T19:10:00.000-08:00

A friend of mine had asked if I could help out with taking the photos for another friend's fashion project. I said sure, here are the results.

Can you guess which fashion icon they are imitating?

Getting In The Holiday Spirit

2009-12-10T22:12:00.001-08:00

I am working my way into the holiday spirit. Here is a pretty low light picture of me and some Christmas lights, taken recently by my friend Brent, of Brent Murrell Photography.

Tomorrow, I will be starting my shopping and helping my mom decorate her Christmas tree:)

Pretty Marci

2009-12-06T23:50:00.001-08:00

Friday, a fabulous photographer and photoshop whiz and friend of mine, was kind enough to take the time to show me a few photo enhancing tips and tricks using photoshop. As he was showing me, I was worried, I wouldn't catch on to any of his teachings. He is a good teacher but, he took me through a photo from start to finish and there was hours of steps. Surprisingly, I think I retained more information that I thought. Here is one of the first pictures I have worked on with my new skills. Plenty more to come:)

Faux Hollywood Hills

2009-12-03T08:10:00.001-08:00

Yesterday, my friend Jenny called me to come help her put together a pub table and stools for her kitchen. I went over there and we first started with the table. That was simple but, the stools were much more challenging. It took us a while to get those together even after busting out the power tools.

After we cleaned up her kitchen of tools and hung some new curtains. We had about 8 minutes left of day light to run outside and quickly get a few dresses photographed that I will be adding to my Etsy store later today.

These pictures remind me of Hollywood Hills, they are my Faux Hollywood Hills pictures:)

I had to have my friend Jenny model some of these dresses because unfortunately they are TINY! I can not fit into two of them, no matter how much I try.

The second dress pictured is my favorite out of the group and it will fit a small or a medium. It's the only non XS dress of this group.

Later, today I will be doing some more self portraits to get a few more dresses added to the shop.

Brown Jacket From The 70's

2009-11-29T22:15:00.001-08:00

Vintage Brown Velvety Jacket

I really love this jacket. I kinda hate to part with it but, I don't think I will wear it often. Off it goes to my shop because it needs to be worn and loved by someone.

Black Velvet 80's Dress

2009-11-29T21:03:00.000-08:00

Vintage Black Rampage Party Dress

Here is the dress from yesterday's photos. I have now added it to my Etsy store. It's such a cute dress I couldn't believe I forgot I had it. And, I had actually never tried it on until yesterday right before photographing it. I think it's a great dress to add to any wardrobe because it really is versatile. It can be easily dressed up or down.

Satsuma Season, YUM!

2009-11-29T07:56:00.000-08:00

In an attempt to kill my boredom yesterday, I took more pictures with my bowl of tangerines a.k.a cuties. Now that I am done photographing them, it will be time to devour them and all their juicy goodness!

I was considering making juice out of them but, I have never tried making an orange juice like drink out of anything but, oranges. Have you tried any tangerine juice? How did you like it?

Canceled Photo Shoot Due To Rain, Boo Hoo!

2009-11-28T13:22:00.000-08:00

I had a feeling something would happen to cause a cancellation because this was my first "real" photo shoot and I had prepared all week for it. I was so excited I went to bed early last night. Then I woke up to the sound of rain! Usually I love hearing rain because it's not heard very often living in California. But, this morning was not a morning I wanted to awake to the sound of a pitter patter on my roof!
Since, I have been cooped up all morning and disappointed. I decided to mess around with my camera anyways and find something cheery to photograph. I cleaned the kitchen early on today and realized that my bowl of cuties was really charming. I found inspiration in something I hadn't thought of. Here was my 15 minutes of being content. Now, I am back to being bored and I need to think of a new idea.....as they say, back to the drawing board.