Nix Pix

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So I am gonna start a weekly post called Nix Pix. It will be a collection of links, videos, blogs whatever I find in my while browsing the net that have to do with costuming, retro/ vintage fashion or things that relate.

Here is this weeks list.

Bobby pin blog: ever wonder how to get those vintage hair styles, well this chick breaks it down for you

Casey's Musing: an inspiration, she shows her own retro style both with vintage pieces and vintage inspired pieces, as well as weekly inspiration!

so that is it for now, sorry that the list is so short. I will have more for you next week.

If you have any suggestions or great links send them my way!

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