Kew Gardens with my sister

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Photos taken by: Caitlin Mackey, Cyrous, Kayvan Taher Arabi, and myself

Outfit details:

Sweater: 1950s embroidered flowers and beaded bows in saturated pastels
Purse: 1930s lenci doll felt flower purse
Head piece: Antique (inspired by 18 century design)  bright pink silk ribbon tied into a bow.
Skirt: Part of a 1940s silk suit that ripped while I was taking pictures of Kayvan in the cactus greenhouse
Top:  1930s swimsuit with pleated detailing at the bust
Shoes: Zara from a million years ago...I will covet these shoes forever, because they are my dream shoes!

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