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Yes, I’m a closet geek – seamstress. Hey, when you love vintage, and are always looking for great value for your money, and you find a stash of vintage patterns? It’s kind of wonderful.
You can see what I mean. I’ve used Simplicity patterns, they generally have good clear instructions, and this dress would not be fussy to make. (Okay, not *super* fussy.) And yet! Think how you could rock this garment. Day, night, dressed down and simple for work, and when it’s time to party? Yowza!
I found this yummy pattern at Fripperie, a vintage pattern and sewing supplies boutique at Etsy. Suzanne, the owner, has some fabulous finds there – she organizes her patterns by decade. You will love the hunt!
Go see. You’ll find wonderful vintage patterns. You’ll create special and unique garments. You’ll thank me 🙂
And really this is what vintage is all about. Good vintage, anyway. First and most important, this is a terrific dress.
And: it’s vintage. Which means it’s probably better made than a lot of the new dresses you’ll find in shops these days. Also a better value (Yes!) And you’re not going to see ten of them at your prom, which is cool too.
And it’s girly and pretty – and that princess seaming? Uber flattering. And the lacing is a little bit sexy and fun. But not so racy they’ll kick you out of the prom.
I found this treasure at Ruffles and Daisies, a vintage boutique on Etsy. Kati, the curator and shop owner, has a great eye. She’s got some wonderful finds – and she shows them cleanly and clearly, with an eye for showing details – an all important skill for selling online.
Go peek. You’ll thank me!
(And by the way. Yes, this will be a great prom dress. But it’s one of those rare styles that could look super on somebody 16 – or 60. Like I said: a GOOD dress!)
Baby, it’s cold outside!
So when I saw this chichi faux winter hat, vintage of course, and sort of adorable, I just wanted to mention it.
Much as I might wish for spring, it’s still winter, and I’m one of the lucky ones – it’s only cold here, with a smattering of snow. It could be a LOT worse (hello, Boston, you brave souls!)
So dressing warmly is just plain smart. But there’s no reason it can’t be chic, too. Imagine this hat, with an old lined Burberry trench and Audrey Hepburn sunglasses. Yeah. That’s, well, practically hot 🙂
I found this beauty at Saint Vintage on Etsy. Terry, the shop owner and curator, has a wonderful eye for display – and for finding treasures. Her pics are clean and fresh and her listings are informative – just what you need to find that special goodie. Go visit. You’ll thank me 🙂
P.S. Terry also has links to her Instagram, Facebook and Twitter pages – and (drum roll) a 10% coupon for visiting. Now I know you’ll thank me!
I’ve found a new (to me) vintage shop, Roselein Rarities – and it is the most fun, stylish boutique you’re going to find. I mean it. For example, is this not an adorable dress? Yes 😉
You can tell a lot about the shop just looking at this pic. The staging is wonderful – those gloves, the flowers, the model! Click through to see the other views. Kyana, the shop owner, gives you all the information you need to make an informed purchase – and she does it with fabulous, clear, detailed photos.
So already I really like this shop – and then, I find fabulous treasures like the dress here. And a coat I would HAVE to buy if it was my size. And a swimsuit to lust for! And, well, there are lot of treasures you will want to uncover.
The shop slogan is “vintage apparel with heart” and it shows. Kyana has created a store filled with treasures that you absolutely need to find!
Okay, it doesn’t *have* to be a square dance dress. But it’d be so much fun!
Isn’t that an adorable dress? I love that it’s fun and flirty – super wearable – and it could go from day to night as easy as, well, “Hey, let’s go out!”.
Doesn’t hurt that it’s on sale, either, and that it’s in an extremely adorable-itself-shop: Rax Clothing, a vintage boutique on Etsy where you will find some wonderful deals. The first thing that Gina and Nicole (shop owners) said in their “About” page is “We don’t believe in fashion rules”. So already I’m loving them.
Add in the terrific vintage choices, great staging, and general all-around fabulousity, and you are going to love that I pointed you to this shop!
I am in love. I was wandering through Etsy, looking at vintage goodies, so I could start the new year finding some wonderful vintage. And I have done that.
Now, first, that’s a great dress. It could go from day to night, work to party, and it’s a flattering color and style. Also warm, which right now? Major plus. And are you ready for this? $52.00. For a dress that will take you anywhere.
But there is More. Yes, this is a fabulously great dress and I would be proud to own it. But the even better-ness? Is the SHOP. I found this treasure at Dina Louise on Etsy. Now seriously, you need to listen to me.
This woman has the Eye. She knows quality. She knows how to find it and stage it. And she tells you about the flaws! When I read her About page I understood why. She’s got creds. Including a writeup on Vogue’s Best Dressed List for vintage boutique back in her brick-and-mortar days.
She’s got a great shop. You need to visit and bookmark it, and then return many times to find treasures. You will love me for telling you this.
I don’t even need to say anything. LOOK at these shoes.
This is why we buy vintage. You’re not going to go into the Mall and find these shoes. Or the adorable boutique uptown. These are unique, gorgeous, and (very likely) one of a kind. They are even affordable!
I found them at Dronning Vintage on Etsy and I have to tell you, there are some stunning finds in this shop. Fabulous. The owner, Catie, has a magical eye. She knows how to display her items – and give you all the visual information you need for an informed purchase. This is a valuable gift!
I have bookmarked this shop. You will too. WIN.
I found a wonderful LBD the other day:
Now I’ll be honest, I was looking for an unpretentious, fun little black dress that would look great with my black-and-white vintage glass jewels that I featured recently (see post here). Then I found this adorable dress, and it’s got a lot more going for it than just “you can wear it with my earring jewels”.
For instance – it’s not dressy, but you could wear it to work – and to party. Or to church, if that’s your thing. It’d be uber-flattering – I don’t care what the momentary style is, that skirt length is GOOD. And the belt shows off your waist. Add a jacket and it’s great in the winter. Unbutton a couple buttons and add strappy flats and it’s a summer dress (it’s linen-ish). So: all around wearable. Cute. And did I mention affordable? Oh yeah – it’s $24 USD!
And available from Love Miss Daisy Vintage boutique on Etsy – and this newish shop has some totally wonderful goodies. I think you’ll want to visit – and bookmark – for some really great finds!
This is another example of what vintage – good vintage – is all about. This cute dress is silk, with a leopard print design (super chic right now).
You could style this for work – just add a good jacket. Or for play – change your work flats for stilettos, add some rhinestone-and-onyx earrings, and put your hair up. Voila: party time! It’s modest (sometimes you need that) – and sexy too. With the drapeable silk fabric, this is going to show *you* off.
It’s available at Ginger and Judy, a vintage boutique on Etsy – and the owner / curator Bree has a shop full of vintage goodies. I mean it, you’ll love this shop – go peek!
PS Did I mention this adorable silk dress is on sale? Half price. Go grab it – or check out more of Bree’s sale offerings. Love!
Isn’t this a gorgeous dress? It’s the best of both worlds. Beautiful – affordable – and vintage too. The woman who wears this gown? She’ll be a star!
It’s available from Gabriellas Treasures vintage boutique, and you should definitely click through the link so you can see the fine detailing on this dress. The hand-sewn beading, the attached crinoline, the asymetric layers, the style! This is a high-end garment – for a wonderful affordable vintage price. It tell you better than a paragraph of words, why vintage is special.
Can you imagine this gown being abandoned in a closet? or a thrift store? or a landfill! Never. It belongs on a princess.
That’s you 🙂
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