Fourth of July Pinups and Pups

My favorite artist Gil Elvgreen painted plenty of patriotic pin ups, which is no surprise since most of his work was featured in calendars.  Here are a few of his best:

Dance Party Date, 1950

Looking for Trouble, 1953


Skirts Ahoy!

Catsup Mishap

And here are my favorite Fourth of July Pin Ups.

Poodle Fashion Inspiration

I have admit that part of my motivation for choosing a toy poodle as a new family member , aside from the size, my husband has a 25 lb weight limit for all new additions, excellent health,  and the sweet temperament, where the many wonderful vintage images of poodles.  My favorite being this one..

By artist Gil Elvgreen.  

With Tuvok still in show coat, he's getting a clip on Saturday I just couldn't resist 

I think he looks pretty darn cute.   In fact I'm going to keep the top knot and tail Pom Pom when he's clipped so he can keep sporting bows.  Tuvok doesn't seem to mind. So far his absolute favorite thing is being combed.   Tuvok's hair bows are from The Pooch Patch on Etsy.