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Pin up girl tattoos have long been an expression of beauty, sensuality and occasionally even a sign of female empowerment. Classic pin up models were often seen as the “ideal” of feminine beauty, and no matter what they did, they were always shown put perfectly together and never without sex appeal. So how do we keep them from fading fast?

Many pin up girl tattoos feature a realistic depiction of some of the most famous models. Some people like to go as far back as the 1920’s for their pin up girl tattoos. These pictures were done in black and white, or sepia tones and often showed a wavy-haired girl in a variety of poses, often sheathed in lace or exotic costumes, or even almost entirely nude. Some, however, had props thrown in such as bubbles, parasols and feather boas. In the 1950’s, these images became more colorful, and the props wilder. Bettie Page is without a doubt the most well known and most often used pin up models. She was often shown in bold animal prints, or dark leather, and was placed in many scenes; lounging on a beach, posing in a theme park, or being tied up by another scantily clad model.

Most pin up girl tattoos, however, are illustrations. They are usually either recreations of the work of some of the better known pin up artists, or highly exaggerated cartoons. One of the most recognizable examples is the Varga Girl. Artist Alberto Vargas dedicated himself to glorifying a sensual image of womanhood. Pin up girl tattoos featuring this style show a long limbed, heavily hipped and bosomed woman in a variety of flouncy lingerie or costumes. Most of these women are seen simply posing; hands on one bent knee, with the other stretched out; lounging with her arms behind her head, or laying on her side with a smoldering look in her eyes and a hand framing her face. On the cartoon-ish side, these models tend to be of more outrageous bodily proportions, and are shown in a multitude of styles; angels and devils, robots, fairies and gunslingers, amongst others.

Pin up girls seem to have a multifold nature. They can be sweet and unassuming, sassy, smart and totally capable of whatever they do (as they are regularly shown doing a great number of things). But however they may be styled; they will always be an enduring symbol of beauty, lustiness and grace.

Already heavily requested by makeup artists in the music and film industry who need a product that gives immediate results while holding up under studio lights or during long shoots, Tattoo Brite is the perfect solution for anyone who needs to brighten, enhance, and deepen tattoo colors.

Tattoo Brite extends the life of your tattoo while also giving your ink a definite “wow” factor. It recharges the ink at the dermal level, to make the ink colors richer, even black. In addition, it leaves a light catching polymer on the surface of the skin that highlights the tattoo and won’t rub off.

Tattoo Brite makes your tattoo look fantastic and stand out – whether you’re out at night or standing under direct sunlight.

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Also great to use before tanning! Not only does Tattoo Brite have completely photostable UV protection, but it’s unique anti-inflammatory InkBrite complex protects your tattoo whether you tan in a professional salon or outdoors, the old fashioned way.

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Dorm room decor is always changing. Why not change a small space in it with our Vintage Pin up Girls calendars. We have created 6 calendars 2 months each. See sample. You can download from sidebar on right. And best of all. IT’S FREE!!!!!

The $100 Pin Up Diet – HOW NAUGHTY PIN UP GIRLS STAY THIN

Are you one of those girls who love to enjoy the fruits of life? A girl that wants to live, be well, have a good time and still be thin? Well, believe it or not, from the other diets that you have read about or tried, there is a way. You can still eat those decadent foods, have your cocktails and still have a fantastic body that you will be proud of (and others will be envious!) I will show you how non-traditional pin-up girls have their champagne and cake and eat it too.

Literally, the shapely pinup girls of yesteryear didn’t have technology or diet drinks, but still they knew how to lose weight fast and look svelte and foxier than the average girl. “The $100 Diet – How Naughty Pin Up Girls Stay Thin” is a personal account of trying every diet from macrobiotic to high protein to low carb diets and finally figuring it out for myself. From realistic exercise plans and regimes, to “on-day” and “off-day” meal plans, this mini-book will lead you to the road of looking and feeling like the hot girl you always knew was inside.

This is nothing more than adding a modern pin-up photo to this site. When I see something that looks well done I would like to pimp it out.

Free Photos Glitter Graphics

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Often we are asked ‘How do you create vintage pinup hair to go with a vintage gown?’   To the rescue is Amanda Hallay and her video showing you easy steps to creating several types of  1940′s vintage hairdos.

Retro Hair styles are back! If you have not noticed,  a return is happening to the Retro hairstyle look of the past. Lets take Marilyn Monroe as an example. Marilyn Monroe, actually wore what is called a graduated bob hair style, that was anywhere between jaw level and shoulder length.  The 2008 version has longer layers with fringe in the front and shorter layers in the back.  Although Marilyn Monroe’s hair was roller set, it can be worn smooth, even straightened, or wavy and tousled.  One of the reasons we are seeing a repeat of this hair style I believe, is that medium length hair styles can be quicker and easier to care for than long hair styles and more versatile than most short hair styles.

Marilyn Monroe and her hair stylist tried 9 different shades of blonde before settling on her famous platinum blonde.  It is not recommended trying 9 different shades of any hair color.  If you are curious about trying anything drastic, there are some online hair style programs (like Barb’s customized virtual hair style makeover) that allow you to try different hair colors and hair styles on your image.  It’s much safer for your hair and a lot of fun too! Take a look at this page for more info.

Temporary Tattoo

If you ever were thinking about a tattoo but were too afraid to get one. Here is a possible solution.

Dating from the 1940s, this temporary tattoo allows you to wear this fantastic femme fatale for just a few days before breaking off the relationship.

Their tattoo transfers are designed to look very realistic on the skin and feature authentic tattoo ink colors.

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This girl will look as if you’ve had her on your arm forever but she’ll wear off in around 3-5 days.

• 14cm tall and 4cm wide.
• Not suitable for sensitive skin.
• Not to be applied near eyes.
• Easily removed with baby oil.

Also available:
Forces Sweetheart, Vintage Tattoo Sleeves cover your arms in reusable vintage tattoos, Amy Winehouse Cynthia Pin-Up Girl Tattoo

The Bettie Page Lingerie and
Nylon Stocking Collection

We are now offering to our readers The Bettie Page Collection by Secrets In Lace. Secrets In Lace is proud to have been selected to create and exclusively present the Bettie Page Lingerie and Hosiery Collection. As part of the Bettie Page Dynasty Secrets In Lace is offering Authentic 100% Nylon Stockings sure to become collectors pieces to continue the Bettie Page Mystique. The Bettie Page Lingerie Collection is a unique grouping of Nostalgic Lingerie designed for everyday glamour wear. Choose from garter belts, open bottom girdles, bullet bras, sheer panties, full cut panties and Day Wear. The Bettie Page Mystique will continue for years to come and now you can be part of it with this exclusive collection!

Exclusively by Secrets In Lace for Bettie Page.

Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Religious metals by Mary Jo Pane designs make wonderful modern, yet vintage,  jewelry pieces.

Vintage Necklace

All the Miracle Icons medals used in these pieces are antique or vintage, mostly found in European flea markets, with the characteristic softened edges and patinas accumulated over many generations and lifetimes.  As a result, every Vintage Religious piece is unique and can never be exactly duplicated.

Vintage Necklace

Mary Jo Pane explains how her Miracle Icons resonate with an evolved world view, an openness to possibilities beyond intellectual understanding and with a sense of spirit that transcends specific religious beliefs.

Vintage Necklace

I’d say these Vintage Religious necklaces would illuminate any pin up clothing outfit.

Pinup Car Show. Maybe not. This looks like it could be a smoking good time.  Check out their details:

We’re already excited about the premier rockabilly party weekend, Viva Las Vegas 13 – April 1st-4th at the Orleans Hotel in Las Vegas! We’ll have a big booth at the car show with all our house brands: dresses from Pinup Couture, Dixiefried, and Deadly Dames, jewelry and key chains from Eldorado Club, and hair flowers!