Welcome, I’m glad you are here! I’m Adrianne Martelli. I am an optimistic, creative, “old soul” who loves vintage glamour, red lipstick, and adventure. While my college degree and background is in the fashion industry, I feel blessed to have stumbled into an entirely different career direction, working as a flight attendant. I absolutely love my career! It is the combination of my three favorite jobs ( lifeguard, barista, & fashion professional) all wrapped up in a bow. Additionally, this career allows me to have time to be creative on the side, and I treasure that.

I was formerly crowned “Miss Rockabillaque Florida”, Pin Up Pageant winner. I’m honored by this title, and I am delighted to be a modern girl (edit: woman over 40 years old!) representing the vintage vibe of yesteryear. In my opinion, a little bit of glamour and inspired femininity can really make a lady feel good about herself. I hope my posts can inspire some of this good vintage glamour vibe, but in pairing with a fully modern look as well. I would say I enjoy modernity with a vintage flair most days.

I started this blog as my personal creative outlet and inspiration contribution. I am passionate about many of life’s pleasures, and will write about these areas in my blog. I love femininity, being creative (especially sewing and drawing), fitness, travel, trying recipes, and practicing the power of positive thinking. I embrace the opportunity to get older, and feel age is just a number, but I also enjoy trying to figure out how fight the signs of aging. As a person who despises debt, I am quite frugal and live simply (out of a suitcase much of the time), but still budget so I can enjoy life’s pleasures with planned purposefulness. I am a person of faith, and I try to make a concerted effort to focus on blessings each day, as it helps me deal with both the good, and difficult times.

I live in Indianapolis, Indiana with my wonderful husband, Joseph, who is the love of my life. I am very thankful for my entire family, for the Lord, and for my friends.

Sewing

“#EverybodyLovesJoann” Fabrics

“#EverybodyLovesJoann” Fabrics

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I want to contribute to #EverybodyLovesJoAnn which is a request by Joann ...

Sewing a Romantic Sleeved Peasant Blouse McCall’s 5050

Sewing a Romantic Sleeved Peasant Blouse McCall’s 5050

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Last year I became fascinated with some fashion related concepts which have ...

Sewing my 2nd Version of DVF Wrap Dress V2000: Orange Geometric

Sewing my 2nd Version of DVF Wrap Dress V2000: Orange Geometric

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I enjoyed making the V2000 DVF wrap dress pattern so much that ...

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Attending “The Biba Story, 1964-1975” Exhibit in London

Attending “The Biba Story, 1964-1975” Exhibit in London

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When I was in London last summer, I attended a fabulous fashion ...

The Dressmaker’s Ball 2024 Vogue 1471

The Dressmaker’s Ball 2024 Vogue 1471

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This was the second time for my husband and I, in attending ...

Sewing 1950’s Vintage Butterick 7943 for the 2023 Dressmaker’s Ball

Sewing 1950’s Vintage Butterick 7943 for the 2023 Dressmaker’s Ball

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Finding the Perfect Vintage Pattern I was delighted with finding my perfect ...