Indoor Picnic

It’s been storming outside, with more thunder and lightning in the forecast! But, Gus isn’t gonna let that stand in way of a nice picnic! No sir! So it’s off to the greenhouse, for hot tea and sandwiches with Sinatra, while the rain beats down on the windowpanes.

Today’s Instagram #monday4dolls photo theme, by @bella_belladoll is: picnics. The teapot, planter, and vase, are by @stovallthedoll 🫖🏺

A Hot Afternoon

 This afternoon looks like it’s going to be a hot one, but Gus is prepared to beat the heat with his cool resort shirt, and a thrilling old mystery novel. 🌺📚🦋🌿

 

Glitter and Gold

Hold onto your hats everyone, ‘cause today, Gus is hopping on a fashion time machine! He’s going throughout modern history, and across Eurasia, trying on an array of sparkling gentlemen’s earrings!
The July theme for the #adriandollslifekenchallenge celebrates the first ever Ken doll to come with a pierced ear (released in 1993). The second, a pirate themed Ken, was released a few years later, in 1998. So, in honor of this timeless piece of jewelry, Gus here (starting on the lower left) is rocking 17th century royal earrings from the Mughal Empire, inspired by a portrait of Prince Dara Shikoh. Next, Gus sports simple gold hoops, inspired by a portrait of Francesco Tominz, from 1819. On the lower right, Gus, wears der Löffel, a traditional men’s earring, always worn in the right ear in Appenzell, Switzerland. And, finally, on the top, Gus wears a single Renaissance-style pearl drop, inspired by a 2018 editorial photo of model @aaronshandel. Swipe to see the inspiration pics. 🎨💎✨

Gus’ earrings are staying on with tiny pieces of kneadable eraser. 

Happy 4th!

Wishing a Very Happy Independence Day to my fellow Americans, and a Happy Summer Weekend to you all!! Gus has put together a mascarpone cheese tart, with blueberries and raspberries to make it red white and blue, and everyone’s welcome to a slice!! 

 

 

To the Casino

Gus has suited up for the Instagram #pepperbondparty at the Casino Dollyall. He’s drinking club soda and maple syrup in a champagne glass -stirred not shaken- to keep his senses sharp for a game of blackjack. Maybe he’ll even catch a glimpse of the famous Mr. bond, and his lovely companions, at the roulette table, later on! Thank you to @barbiefancy_crafts_fashion for sending Gus an invitation to this glamorous party at your dazzling casino!!

Pitti Uomo

This week, one of the world’s most iconic menswear trade shows is taking place for the 100th time: the one and only #pittiuomo, at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, Italy. In the past decade, Pitti has become a gathering place for well dressed gentleman from across the globe, and from all walks of life; a place to talk style, share sartorial innovations, and have a little fun strutting for the paparazzi. In celebration of #pitti100, Gus is wearing his take on trade show street-style, with just a touch of the dandy about him, in honor of the notorious and delightful #pittipeacocks!! Gus is wearing a Panama hat, a paisley scarf, a white cotton button up, a field jacket, khaki chinos, and deco era sunglasses. Sinatra is wearing his leather collar, and a smile. 

June Editorial

Gus and Lucian are twinning in patchwork @dsquared2 inspired tank tops, for the latest edition of #dollslifemagazine!! Check out their complete editorial, and much more, including an interview with the owner of one of the worlds largest fashion doll collections, here. Or scroll down to read the editorial below.

The Inspiration:

Cherry on Top

You know the summer weather’s getting into full swing, when Gus starts lounging around in his fresh produce shirts. Today he is all set for cherry season!! Gus is also wearing cherry red for @mgbarbieworld‘s 1k celebration, this weekend! Congratulations!!

Beach Day

Gus brought his cousin to the beach, and the sunscreen stealing rowdiness has begun, before they’ve even hit the sand! 🤪 Happy First Day of Summer to all of you in the Northern Hemisphere!
Gus and Lucian are participating in @bella_belladoll ‘s #monday4dolls Instagram photo theme: Beach Day!

Man of Style

Gus, here, is aiming to be “the most stylish guy in town,” for the #adriandollslifekenchallenge, celebrating Ken’s 60th anniversary!The initial clothing collection, created for Ken in 1961, was a study in classic menswear! Gus hopes to capture a similar timelessness with his look today, but with a generous helping of his own sense of sprezzatura. Thank you to @adrian.dollslife, for providing fabulous inspiration, with this months’ photo theme: The Most Stylish Guy in Town!!

 

Nothin' but Country

Gus is heading off to give his pony, Barry, a workout. One shiny red apple and a point of country cred, for every item you can name, that Gus is bringing with him, including what could be in the spray bottle! I’m thrilled to be joining in @bella_belladoll ‘s #monday4dolls Instagram photography theme, this week: Countryside! 

Now, who’s giving who the workout? A big thank you to everyone who left such nice comments, and played the name/guessing game on Instagram, with Gus’ horse supplies yesterday!! You all are awesome!! 

Retro Swim Trunks Pattern

 A sneak preview! Gus has a bag full of new designs to model by the pool, for an upcoming collection of Tiny Apparel sewing patterns!!

  

Welcome to the pool party!!!  Gus is ready to dive into summer, with four retro-inspired swim trunk designs; all included in the newest sewing pattern in my Etsy shop!! The pattern has options for high-rise and low-rise shorts, and designs for both stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and is ideal for hand sewing! This swim trunks pattern also fits both MTM Ken and IT Homme.  

 

Academia

Gus says Gratulor tibi de hac gloria to miniature photographer, @this.little.life.gram for reaching and surpassing 2500 Instagram followers!! This miniature photographer's photography aesthetics are superlative, and I’m truly excited to see what she creates in the future!! Gus is joining in the milestone #darkorlight2500 celebration, themed around dark and light academic styles, with his own tweedy Ivy twist!