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TIME WARP LIVING
Time Warp Living
Is a retro movement where both men and women have taken radical action to escape what they see as the hectic grind of modern life. Past eras had their share of difficulties. Could it be that these timewarpians have overly romanticized the past, or were those times really better than our own? You decide.
....................................."I am an ordinary wife, living in unordinary times"
TIME WARP WIVES LETTER
December 2009
Welcome our friends to Time Warp Wives! We are delighted to have you over.
December is here folks, and soon we will enter into a new chapter of our lives. We had a memorable time at Time Warp Wives this year. Let's see..
We met and interviewed nice folks from all over the world. We started our RetroTimes Productions Film Company. We started our Time Warp Living network. We visited several fun retro places.
In January of this year we attended the 2009 Art Deco Festival! It was nice to attend another year at the festival with the purpose of this time meeting and interviewing talented artist.
At the festival we filmed many hours and labored through out that whole week. It was a lot of work, but we had fun. Everything was just perfect, until we came home and started to edit our film. And that was when the party pooper decided to show it's ugly head.
You see, here at our Time Warp Wives headquarters, we are made 100% from scratch. In other words, we work with what we got. So when our computer saw a big editing movie file, it decided to pack it's bag and go on vacation.
We apologize for not being able to bring to you the whole Art Deco film. Though, we don't want to completely disappoint you. So with that in mind, we are excited to announce our short film, "My Life As a Retro Artist," which is being featured on Cnn Ireport! In this film you will see part of the Art Deco Festival and other places that we filmed during this year. We thank Mr. Hanks for the wonderful opportunity in being interviewed for Cnn Ireport. Also while you are there, you may want to also visit the other folks that also had their stories on the Cnn Ireport. So get some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy!
There are several big retro events coming soon our way! On December 4-6, 2009, The Miami Ad School along with The Miami Design Preservation League are creating the Miami Beach 2029 Time Capsule! You are invited to bring something personalized that reflects the Miami Beach life experience. These items then will be sealed and opened in the year 2029! Isn't that swell? Here is the chance to become part of the Miami Beach history!
For more information you may visit their website at: Miami Beach 2029 Time Capsule
Now the 33rd Art Deco Festival 2010 is coming soon! The dates are January 15-17, 2010. The theme for this coming year is: ART DECO CELEBRATES THE MOTORCAR. So for all those vintage car lovers out there, this is a show for you! The whole Ocean Drive will be lined up with one of a kind vintage beauties. For more information you may visit their website at the: Miami Design Preservation League.
And for all of you old movies fans out there, TCM is having their very first Classic Film Festival! The dates for the festival are April 22-25, 2010. The reason that we are mentioning it right now is because you might miss out in purchasing your pass on time. So hurry, because they are selling like hotcakes!
Last month we were thrilled to announce our latest featured interview guest, Gabriela Hernandez founder and designer of Besame Cosmetics! You will admire this woman passion and determination and making a one of a kind beauty line and making it a business success!
Also we had a lovely interview with, Fiona, who is the owner of the retro store Notorious Kitsch! Find out how she successfully balances her personal life with her career!
Have you met our other guest interviews? You are welcome to do so at our Time Warp Wives Interview Page!
Want to enjoy some music while enjoying these gorgeous winter days? The Cicada Club is hosting two events for this month. Are you a fan of Betty Boo? Well we are excited to announce that Ginger who is a Betty Boo impersonator, is going to perform on the 13th of December!
Dec 13, 2009- Ginger And The Hoosier Daddys.
Dec 27, 2009- Richard Halpern's Hollywood Cavalcade.
And if you can't attend any one of these events, you can still enjoy a live broadcast online!
So dear visitors it is always a pleasure having you over. Oh, and don't forget to drop a note once in a while. We would love to hear from you!
Have a swell time!
Your Hostess,
Carmen Johnson
The Retrochic Corner
My Personal Blog!
I am so thrilled to announce my new and improved "The Retrochic Corner" blog! I am so happy with this new adventure and I can't wait to share with you my many passions, goals, and dreams, along with inspirations and challenges that makes life colorful, interesting and unexpected!
Time Warp Living
New Social Network!
We just launched our brand new Time Warp Living Network! Our new social network will replace our current Time Warp Wives Forum. In addition to being able to use the forum, you will have your own member's page and even customize it as you wish, with a blog, photos and videos!
RetroTimes Productions
New Film Company!
RetroTimes Productions will bring a little bit of the past to the 21 century through movies and documentaries about retro living, retro design, and retro style. Follow me, Carmen Johnson, back into the past as I explore the best retro things in town.
Special Guest
Interview with Joanne Massey
When Joanne Massey aka Lola Lamour was approached by the producers of the “Time Warp Wives” to be part of the documentary, she was promised lots of coverage of her singing career as Lola Lamour. Instead the show concentrated on the housewife aspect of her life and nothing more. Joanne was not only disappointed but also felt misrepresented in the documentary and so she wants to set the record straight as to who she really is.
Meet Our Interview Guests
Gabriela Hernandez
Gabriela Hernandez, owner and designer of the vintage inspired Besame Cosmetics Inc., started her company to express her art designs. Inspired by her grandmother's antiques and her love for vintage cosmetics, this successful businesswoman has brought classic femininity back again.
Fiona
Wife and London businesswoman Fiona owns "Notorious Kitsch", an online store which offers the best products that have a vintage, retro, and kitsch twist. Find out how she is able to balance her family life and business successfully.
Iris
This California-born gal loves to share her ideas about beauty and glamour with her Youtube viewers while she works full time and takes care of her housewives duties. If you love online tutorials, you are going to absolutely love Iris' vintage hair and makeup tutorials.
Charlotte
Charlotte would have liked to have been an old-time movie star, provided, she says, that they made great movies like they used to do. She studied classical singing and she also plays piano. This nostalgic woman longs for great music, fantastic movies, beautiful clothes, and times when men where gentlemen and women behaved like ladies.
Lady Estelle Barada
As a young girl, Lady Estelle would pretend to go to England and visit the Queen. Now as an adult she has become the true Victorian lady that she has always dreamed of. This passionate woman loves the etiquette and decorum of the Victorian days. She also appreciates her wholesome upbringing and family life.
Mr. Trevlin
Meet Mr. Trevlin. This passionate and adventurous man appreciates the old-fashioned upbringing that his parents instilled in him. He believes that his whole life is a vintage event. And that an ideal wife should be ladylike without being boring, and adventurous without being a multiple felon.
Miss Red Lips
This California gal is the author of the new blog “MissRedLips.” Besides her love for vintage movies, decorating and dark chocolates. She is a licensed cosmetologist, who loves to wear red lipstick. Read on about how wearing red lipstick has effected her life and her confidence.
Author of "My Year 1955"
Author and time-traveler of the “My Year 1955” blog, is sharing her passion for that old time 1955 homemaker lifestyle. Learn , enjoy, and get inspired as this 50’s Gal discovers the beauty and challenges of being a successful homemaker.
Mark Davids
Mark is a historic consultant and works as a Senior of Security in Rijksmuseum Amsterdam. This guest is not only passionate about history, but he believes in an old fashion lifestyle, etiquette, and being a true gentleman.
Leonard
Writer and columnist Leonard from South Florida describes what his ideal wife would be like. Although Leonard doesn't considers himself a Timewarpian, he appreciates the civility and ideals of the past.
Johanna Öst
Swedish artist Johanna Öst loves clothes, beauty, and vintage fashion. She started "The Wardrobe Project," to clean out her wardrobe and go through all her clothes that she rarely used. Johanna incorporated every garment into a great outfit, in which she would take a picture of. Now she has a catalog of great outfits for inspiration.
Jenny The Retro Housewife
Jenny, who authors the Retro Housewife Blog, loves the simplicity of days gone by and strives for that in her life. Although she considers herself a modern retro housewife and is passionate about her roles as housewife and mom, Jenny finds it important to take time to nurture herself and find her own individuality through things that she loves.
Candice De Ville
Author of the popular blog "Super Kawaii Mama" and hostess of her own vintage hair tutorials. Candice De Ville, a wife, a mother and freelance writer has a personal mission to introduce more glamour to the world, particularly the world of the stay-at-home mom.
Marzipan Jones
Star of “My 50’s Life”, Marzipan Jones is living as a 1950’s housewife for a whole year. Her most difficult challenge is not being a housewife or a mom, but rather is that she has to be made up everyday; dresses, stockings and heels while she performs her housewife duties.
Regina Ann Moscrop
Owner of Bear Flag Republic and Designer of BFR retro shoes, Regina lives on a 20 acre ranch with her husband and their two children . She loves Marlena Dietrich, vintage hats and the Cicada Club in Los Angeles.
Lorelei Lee
As a teenager, Lorelei Lee started buying antique dresses. Years later she is an Antique Dealer, a wife and a homemaker. She loves the clothes from Gone With the Wind, the handsome and rugged Clark Gable and the soulful Billie Holiday.
Dolly Dahl
Born in Virginia but grew up in Scotland. Dolly Dahl lives in a tiny house in Palo Alto which she shares with her husband and their little dog Butters. She loves Marilyn Monroe, Technicolor Musicals and being a Housewifery.
Stephanie Strowbridge
Stephanie Strowbridge specializes in hair styles from 1930's to 1960's. Besides being a part-time hairdresser, she is also a busy wife and mother. Stephanie is a huge fan of Vincent Price, she loves watching classic movies, and almost always wears a scarf.
Your Avon Lady
I am so excited to say that I am a new Avon Lady! As a woman that loves everything about beauty, what could be better than selling and sharing beauty knowledge with women that love makeup, perfume, lotions, and jewelry? What woman doesn't want to be pampered? I know that I do!
Have you seen Avon's new Butler Bag? They are to die for!
The Working Girl
Step into our office and learn what jobs are available, which are the best jobs that are suited for you, where to apply for a job, how to prepare a resume, tips for job interviews and how to dress for success! Are you planning to start your own business? Get the how to's and steps in starting your own business. Here at our website you will also enjoy interviews, journals and inspirations of real life Working Girls.
Culture
Step into a bygone Culture with Time Warp Wives. Learn about retro Values, Living, Etiquette, Music, Movies, Art, Events and Interviews. At our Time Warp Living segment you will meet timewarpians and regular folks that just simply love retro things.
Fashion
Step into a bygone Fashion era with Time Warp Wives. Learn about different Fashion Time Periods, Retro Dresses, Patterns, Shoes, Retro Fashion Shows and much more.
Homekeeping
In our Homekeeping section you will learn about retro Homekeeping Tips, Baking, Cleaning, Laundry, Sewing, Decorating, Party Planning and much more.
Beauty
Here you will get tips to create that retro hairstyle, makeup and natural beauty tips. In our Time Warp Listing you will find a listing of Beauty Salons from around the world that create and specializes on retro hairdo.
Decor
Step into a bygone era that is compose of that retro timeless decor. Here you will find interior design ideas from your favorite eras. We have our Time Warp Listing where you will meet interior designers that specializes in retro designs for your home, office and business.
Shopping
In our shopping section you will learn how to shop smart and get more for your money. In our Time Warp Listing you will find those old school services that your grandparents enjoyed. In addition you also will find those vintage and new reproductions items that you so love: retro clothes, shoes, accessories, appliances, furniture, cars and much more.
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"Today's society is all rush, rush, rush, whereas I like to take my time".
"I am an ordinary wife, living in unordinary times"
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