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WEIMAR VIVANT!
“And now we come to the most lurid Underworld of all cities – that of post-war Berlin. Ever since the declaration of peace, Berlin found its outlet in the wildest dissipation imaginable. The German is gross in his immorality – he likes his Halb-Welt or underworld pleasures to be devoid of any culture or refinement. [...]
Artists of Weimar Berlin
Here is a sampling of three of our favorite artists who created groundbreaking artwork in the Weimar Berlin era (1918-1933). While we usually like to present you with actresses and other style icons to emulate at our parties, the art, cinema and music of this era demand their own spotlight! This slim decade was a [...]
Brigitte Helm
Our first inspirational post about Weimar Berlin, which is the next Vintage Vivant, on January 29th. Brigitte Helm was a German actress, and perhaps best known as the Maschinenmensch (machine-human) from Fritz Lang’s Metropolis (1927). At first, I wanted to concentrate on images of Helm just from the film, but I found so many incredible [...]
Secret Society Adventures
Scotch. Cigars. Jazz. Amber liquid sways behind crystalline glass. Fragrant smoke curls lanquidly toward the ceiling. Dulcet tones and meandering rhythms intrigue the ear. Well-dressed, mysterious figures stroll past the fireplace and laugh with friends. This is the inaugural event from Secret Society Adventures – an events business that hand-crafts luxurious, exclusive adventures for people [...]
Mele Kalikimaka Photobooth Frolics!
Your hostesses for Vintage Vivant’s Hawaiian Holiday, serenading each other on their ukes… “If you like-a ukulele lady, a ukulele lady like-a youuu…” This ended up being one of our favorite themes yet, somewhat surprisingly! The entertainment was superb, the atmosphere warm and cheerful, and we all had such a good time! In fact, we’re [...]
Driskill Hotel Photoshoot
Photographer John Leach took our portrait for the front of The Chronicle this fall for the “Best Of Austin” edition. The out takes from the photoshoot at the historic Driskill Hotel downtown were just too good not to share! Here’s our cover, and our award, “Best Reason to Learn the Charleston” took us by surprise! [...]
