Art Deco Etsy

Invitation Art Deco SAMPLE by marit522


Part of the Penelope Red Winter Collection was inspired by old Hollywood glamour. When I think of this, I think of Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Jean Harlow, Rita Hayworth, and all the old movies I love to watch! I think of old glamour shots of the actresses, and I imagine the glamorous life they led...I wanted to step back in time, so I have featured a few etsy designs that encapsulate this bygone era to me.



The Penelope Red Black Bow Tie Top and Black and Ivory Checked Fluted Skirt



Art Deco peacock - wedding invitation sample set by EnfinLaVoila



OOAK Vintage Art Deco Rhinestone Hair Comb by RomancingTheBling



Excess Ring by whitemetal




PEARL- print of gouache Art Deco style painting by ArtistaStyle



Skyline Wine Glass by mootinis

The Penelope Red Noir Bow Top

Introducing the Penelope Red Noir Bow Top...a black and white version of the Penelope Red Paris Bow Top.



As the Paris Bow Top has been quite a popular style, I thought it would make sense to create this design in a classic black and white colour-way.



The exaggerated bow at the front still makes it a little quirky and fun, and the colour palette might make it easier to wear to the office/work.



The hem on this top sits at your hip area. The sleeve cuffs are made from knit fabric, and are not constricting at all.



As with all Penelope Red designs, this design has been designed, and created by myself.



You can purchase this online through the Penelope Red etsy shop, or visit the Penelope Red stall at The Rocks Markets.

The Penelope Red Black Bow Tie Top

One of my favourite designs that is currently for sale in the Penelope Red etsy shop (as well as at The Rocks Markets), is the Penelope Red Black Bow Tie Top.

I love wearing it with jeans, my olive pants, my Osaka Citrus Blue Skies Skirt, or any other skirt for that matter!



I think it is also important to see designs in a real life situation- one where there is no make up artist, or professional photographer or model- it isn't as if we carry these around with us whenever we wear our fashions! So the above and below photos are just some happy snaps I took before I went out one day.



This blouse can look glamorous and sophisticated, while the black makes it a little understated. I was inspired by my favourite Hollywood movies and photos when creating this style, as well as styling the photo shoot below.



In the above photo, the Black Bow Tie Top is worn with the Black and Ivory Check Fluted Skirt.

The below photo features the Black Bow Tie Top and the Black Blue Skies Skirt.



This blouse is available is US sizes 4, 6, 8, and 10 (or Australian sizes 8, 10, 12, and 14).

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Featured in Etsy Treasury: Australian Made

nyjolejewellery from etsy.com featured the Penelope Red Black Bow Tie Top in her "Australian Made" treasury today.



A beautiful design from nyjolejewellery is the "Elizabeth Brooch"





Looking at the treasury section on etsy.com is a good way to browse for the best designs and artist's, as each treasury is essentially a list of favourites from etsy members. You can see a list of treasuries here.

The Penelope Red Black Blue Skies Skirt

The Penelope Red Black "Blue Skies" Skirt was inspired by the old movie, "Blue Skies". The movie stars Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby and Joan Caulfield, and her costumes are amazing! In one scene she is wearing a yellow outfit, a draped hobble-inspired dress. This was my inspiration.


I decided to add a contrasting band to make the eye move up and down the body, and create length- as well as it wouldn't be Penelope Red without a little bit of panache!


The soft feel and curved lines of the draping I continued in the hem, creating a curved hem, with a peak at the centre front.


The silhouette looked best with the back being plain, and figure hugging. So the back curves around your hips, and has a split from the hem, at centre back. A large silver button fastens the waist band.





This design is flattering, and you can wear it to the office, as well as wear it out after work for drinks on Friday night. You will still look chic and sophisticated!



In the photo above, the Black Blue Skies Skirt is styled with the Contoured Floral Jacket

In the photo above, the Black Blue Skies Skirt is styled with the Black Bow Tie Top.

I have added a US size 6 (Australian size 10) to my Etsy store so far, and more sizes will be added soon. If you would like to enquire about sizes, or this design in another colour/print, please contact me at: designer@penelopered.com.au

The New Penelope Red Autumn/Winter Range

I am very excited to introduce to you my Autumn/Winter Range, which is currently available to purchase from my Etsy store.

I have placed only a few designs in the shop so far, but there will be more added in the following weeks.

So far, I have added to the store the Penelope Red Black Bowtie Top



The photos included here have all been styled with skirts, but this top can just as easily be worn with a pair of jeans or pants, and still look fantastic! One of my favourite weekend outfits recently has been this top paired together with my blue jeans, bright red belt, and bright red shoes. Effortlessly Chic!







The Penelope Red Barcelona Corset has also been added to the Penelope Red Etsy store.





I also wanted to show you the inside of the corset, which is pictured below. It has been fully lined, and enclosed with a polyester purple/maroon lining.





The third style added today was the Penelope Red Deco Sequinned Top


The scarf included in these photos will be available for purchase on Etsy soon.


If you are interested in any of the above styles, or you would like a different size than what is listed on Etsy, then please contact me at: designer@penelopered.com.au