A true style icon, the wardrobe of Diane Keaton is now up for auction. www.bonhams.com/auction/3253...

Lovely, slightly soggy day for a heritage walk of beautiful Eaglemont. Thanks to the art deco and modernism society of aus. Especially loved Jane’s stunning arts and craft home. Irreplaceable architectural history.

Beautiful Labassa. House of dreams. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...

Arthur Miller - who would probably hate attention for the small part he played in his second wife's life - seems not to accept his double betrayal of diary words about his 'mistake' left for his new bride, plus infidelity during their shared film The Misfits. www.theguardian.com/culture/2026...

Ruby. The sweetheart of Richmond.

Lovely rainy day for a heritage walk, this time in Essendon by the local historical society. Love this gorgeous Art Deco home on Fletcher st. Beautiful and sympathetic restoration too.

1920s and 1930s womenwear on display now at Kew’s Villa Alba museum. Choice pieces from the Kew Historical Society and my collection, the Circa Vintage Archive.

Bless @locarmen.bsky.social and everyone who sees the beauty and value in old clothes, and saves them from the tip. I, too, love dead ladies' dresses. locarmen.substack.com/p/dead-ladie...

I’m pretty proud of my Marilyn Monroe piece, where I tried to convey the fullness of someone’s pain and genius without reducing her to either. Here is the photo of her that I describe in the last paragraph. www.bookforum.com/print/3204/b...

There is only one person who can get Bluesky working again.

A movie couple who would definitely have a podcast.

Quote with a character that starts with S.

Chatted this week with Anthony Burke on ABC Radio National about the wonder that is pockets - a little history and why women need them and love them. Listen here: www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...

Thanks to @dontattempt.bsky.social stand-in Paul Verhoeven for an opportunity to chat all things Ryan Gosling's cardigan tonight on ABC774 radio. Love a DIY costume, double points for the skilled knitters out there, to get busy. Now Mary Maxim just needs to get the pattern kit back in stock.

My parents bought ‘The Enchanted Wood’ for me, before I was even born so how could I not love it? The new Magic Faraway Tree film is a different beast (no Fanny for starters) but is a pure delight. Top cast too! Even if they did have to modernise stuff like Dame Slap, err, Snap.

My next talk (free!) is on fabulous fashions of the '60-70s and will be at Mount Martha, May 16th. I'll also be putting up a display of fashion but the day is just packed with fun stuff like go-go and upcycling workshops (prob not at the same time). artsandculture.mornpen.vic.gov.au/Culture-and-...

I'm currently digitising my collection of Australian fashion. It's a big job but it's so nice to see the fruits of years of work. For example, I've had this silk 1950s House of Youth jacket for over a decade and this is the first time it's been available for anyone to see. ehive.com/collections/...

Speaking of the heritage festival, the Kew Historical society have an exhibition of interwar (1920-39) fashion at Villa Alba. Some of my frocks will be on display too. Opens Anzac Day. circavintageclothing.com.au/2026/03/30/i...

The Australian Heritage Festival is coming up and there's lots to see. I'll be catching the train to the Benalla museum for this exhibition on early wedding dresses. I'm not usually excited about WDs, but the museum has a great collection of dress australianheritagefestival.org.au/event/344863...

Post two characters that bring you happiness

This is a dance off! If you see this, post a dance or you're eliminated!

If you see this, post a vampire that isn’t Dracula. (you get two for the price of one this time).

Post your favourite Lord of the Rings character. Wrong answers only.

*picks up old bottle from ocean, reads message* "Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi; You’re My Only Hope"

How I arrived on Bluesky

Glorious band art, really takes me back to the heady days of indie in the '80s. Some great works here (love the Edwyn Collins! Great sketches).

Julian Dick Anne George (Timmy doesn't count, he's a dog)

Delicate hand icing on traditional Japanese New Years cookies

Here's what I’m wearing to the Bluesky Valentines Day ball. How about you?

Age verification? When I was 9, dad would send me down to the liquor shop to buy him booze and cigarettes.

fyi - Marie Antoinette Style Conference (In-Person and online) this week. Speakers include @serenadyer.bsky.social Liz Tregenza and Amber Butchart. www.vam.ac.uk/event/ZBna9D...

I once cut all my hair off, seeking the freedom that comes with a very short style - and the freedom is great! It also came in handy when I went to that party as kd lang - but I also discovered that a certain level of glam is needed for me to feel like me. www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

If you see this, quote with a robot that isn't from "Star Wars" "Dr Who", or "Transformers"

Just spent a tasty twenty minutes on ABC Radio Adelaide with Jo Laverty about the spectacular red carpet outfits at the Grammy's. So nice to say what I really thought about Chappell and Heidi's ensembles. Great audience call ins too, especially the '70s blokes in maroon flares and blue suits

5 things I have been paid for: - zipping men into costumes for pantomimes - playing a nurse on film - making men who struggle with job criticism, cry - standing in public wearing my scanties - helping non-English speakers vote

Drop something watery if you feel like it

Only two more weeks before the Martin Grant exhibition at the NGV closes. A must for lovers of haute couture tailoring, from one of Australia's finest designers. Some pics of the exhibition in case you need encouragement. circavintageclothing.com.au/2026/01/15/e...

Thanks for inviting me on the show @dontattempt.bsky.social it’s always a pleasure. Anytime you’d like to chat Marilyn Monroe or fashion history, I’m your gal.

UK based stained glass artist Harriet Love #Womensart.

how i'm turning up to the Bluesky christmas party

Nice to see costume design in film highlighted: Michael Wilkinson talks about his work with 'Andor' TV series. Sounds amazing, can't wait to see it - and 'Death by Lightening'. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...

The Marie Antoinette exhibition at the @vamuseum.bsky.social is everything that I wanted it to be, in all its glorious, extravagant, smelliness.

The wonder that is Carcassonne. I do love a medieval walled city.

Some nice stained glass from the Strasbourg Cathedral. An incredible building, and I’m not easily impressed by churchy stuff. Lit a candle for my mum, who never travelled to Europe but would have loved it too.

A movie you’ve seen more than 7 times with a gif

A visit to see the Paul Poiret exhibition at MAD Paris.

A visit to the Musee Galerie Dior.

Crepes at Lulu’s, av Kleber.

Selfie with local historic monument.

A nice example of Australian built heritage with an important public function: the cast iron pissoir at Dawes Point. Just a pity, now that it's heritage-listed, that it's no longer available for its designed purpose! Maybe they could lease it to a coffee purveyor ? www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...