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Help[Opinions] Re: Janine?
in reply to a message by queenv
In naming circles (i.e., here), "Retro-chic" refers to any era of the past. I've been using the term to refer to names that were popular around the turn of the twentieth century, like Josephine and Violet, for years. I use it so much for that time period, that I've taken to refering to names from the 1930's through 1950's as "WWII-era" names, just to keep them distinct.
"Retro-chic" may have other connotations in other areas, like interior design or antique car circles. But here at BtN, for what it's worth, the term has a broader meaning.
That said, I love the name Janine, although I'd prefer it spelled Jeanine. Nns Jenny, Jeanie and Nina are adorable.
"Retro-chic" may have other connotations in other areas, like interior design or antique car circles. But here at BtN, for what it's worth, the term has a broader meaning.
That said, I love the name Janine, although I'd prefer it spelled Jeanine. Nns Jenny, Jeanie and Nina are adorable.
This message was edited 11/15/2007, 10:30 AM
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I've been using the term 'retro-chic' for ages now!
I agree with everything Bear has said.
I like 'old' names, which really fits in with my personality. I'm a gal that likes vintage and antique clothes, furniture, make-up, hair styles, etc., so it's only natural that it carries over into my naming style. I adore names like Norma, Olga, Irene and Hazel because they're so old (and also because they're names that almost no one likes!). I do hope that there's not a large revival of the retro-chic names that I like, as I detest most über-popular and trendy names.
I agree with everything Bear has said.
I like 'old' names, which really fits in with my personality. I'm a gal that likes vintage and antique clothes, furniture, make-up, hair styles, etc., so it's only natural that it carries over into my naming style. I adore names like Norma, Olga, Irene and Hazel because they're so old (and also because they're names that almost no one likes!). I do hope that there's not a large revival of the retro-chic names that I like, as I detest most über-popular and trendy names.
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