Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Sunday, August 28, 2011
It's been kind of an off week for me. On Tuesday, I sat at my computer and just felt an overwhelming sense of weariness. Instead of working, I took a nap. Then I took the next 2 days off. Thanks, I needed that! I did manage to get a lot of accessories and a couple of really great dresses listed for you though. Be sure to check our What's New pages to see all the newest goodies!
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| 1971 Rudi Gernreich wool knit dress |
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| 1960s Gino Charles beaded silk dress |
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| Gianfranco Ferre designer bracelet |
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| 1950s La France poodle purse |
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| 1960s Enid Collins style owl purse |
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| 1970s doeskin leather wrap belt |
Friday, August 26, 2011
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Walter Weldon born 1832 was an English chemist, journalist, and fashion publisher.
Walter Weldon also founded Weldon's Fashion Journal, Weldon's Patterns, and Weldon's Household Encyclopaedia.
His publications in the late 1800s were through Weldon & Company, a pattern company who produced hundreds of patterns and projects for numerous types of Victorian needlework. Around 1888, the company began to publish a series of books entitled Weldon’s Practical Needlework, each volume consisting of the various newsletters (one year of publications) bound together with a cloth cover and costing 2 shilling/6 pence.
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http://www.specialistauctions.com/auctiondetails.php?id=1531223
Walter Weldon also founded Weldon's Fashion Journal, Weldon's Patterns, and Weldon's Household Encyclopaedia.
His publications in the late 1800s were through Weldon & Company, a pattern company who produced hundreds of patterns and projects for numerous types of Victorian needlework. Around 1888, the company began to publish a series of books entitled Weldon’s Practical Needlework, each volume consisting of the various newsletters (one year of publications) bound together with a cloth cover and costing 2 shilling/6 pence.
(source Wikipedia)
http://www.specialistauctions.com/auctiondetails.php?id=1531222
http://www.specialistauctions.com/auctiondetails.php?id=1531223
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Vintage Lingerie Movie Star. Bring Out Your Inner Diva!
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Fashioned and Created by Movie Star lingerie. The color is a dazzling orchid, in a lilac shade, which is a mix of pink and lavender. Just stunning. Material is 2 layer nylon, of sheer nylon chiffon over silky soft Movie Star nylon.
Bringing you yet another classic lingerie label by Movie Star. Just as the name itself suggests, the brand has a legacy of Hollywood glamor and the creations are just as real as it gets!
The company that became Movie Star was first started as the Industrial Undergarment Corp in 1935 in New York City's Garment District. With a name like that we can only imagine the austere styles they originally manufactured. In the early 1940s the company revamped their image and began producing stylish sweater girl bras and elegant slips. They changed their name to Stardust Lingerie and incorporated the Movie Star label into their intimates. In 2006 Frederick's of Hollywood merged with Movie Star and the headquarters was moved to New York. In 2008 the company changed its name to Frederick's of Hollywood Group Inc. (courtesy of Wikipedia and Dollhouse Bettie).
You can find this gown along with many other vintage lingerie nightgowns on eBay.
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Fashioned and Created by Movie Star lingerie. The color is a dazzling orchid, in a lilac shade, which is a mix of pink and lavender. Just stunning. Material is 2 layer nylon, of sheer nylon chiffon over silky soft Movie Star nylon.
Bringing you yet another classic lingerie label by Movie Star. Just as the name itself suggests, the brand has a legacy of Hollywood glamor and the creations are just as real as it gets!
The company that became Movie Star was first started as the Industrial Undergarment Corp in 1935 in New York City's Garment District. With a name like that we can only imagine the austere styles they originally manufactured. In the early 1940s the company revamped their image and began producing stylish sweater girl bras and elegant slips. They changed their name to Stardust Lingerie and incorporated the Movie Star label into their intimates. In 2006 Frederick's of Hollywood merged with Movie Star and the headquarters was moved to New York. In 2008 the company changed its name to Frederick's of Hollywood Group Inc. (courtesy of Wikipedia and Dollhouse Bettie).
You can find this gown along with many other vintage lingerie nightgowns on eBay.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Fall is right around the corner....even if it is still hot in your neck of the woods. The calendar says autumn...time for some earthy colors, like brown, orange, golden yellow, and red. Here are some sneak peeks at some of my fall inventory items that are "must haves" for any vintage lovin' gals wardrobe.
Check out my store Club Vintage Fashions & More for more fantastic vintage pieces!
Check out my store Club Vintage Fashions & More for more fantastic vintage pieces!
Sunday, August 21, 2011
New this week at Couture Allure are some gorgeous choices for fall. We've also listed some fabulous vintage purses and belts! Be sure to check our What's New page to see all the latest listings.
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| 1940s dress with matching cape. |
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| 1960s Galanos charcoal wool dress and jacket set. |
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| 1960s Donald Brooks dress and jacket set. |
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| 1960s Larry Aldrich wool dress and jacket set. |
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| 1970s Pucci-esque print dress by Cassandra. |
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| 1950s faille princess coat. |
Saturday, August 20, 2011
There's still another month or longer of Summer weather depending on where you live. Red is a wonderful Summer color which transitions well into Autumn.
The members of the Reflections of Vintage seller's network have the perfect red clothes and jewelry for your consideration.
Please visit our shops to see more beautiful vintage clothes and accessories!
Catseye Vintage is having a shop wide 50% off sale, including this fabulous mens Hawaiian shirt by collectible designer Hawaiiana, and a wonderful red cotton Hawaiian dress:
Vintage 60s Mens Shirt, Hawaiian, Aloha, Tiki, Designer Hawaiiana, Red, Metallic Gold, Size L , XL from CATSEYE VINTAGE
Vintage 80s Dress, Hawaiian, Sun Dress, Party Dress, Hibiscus Print, Full Skirted, Size XS, S from CATSEYE VINTAGE
Alley Cats Vintage is having a sale on selected items, including this amazing hand painted Hawaiian maxi dress and an exquisite red Olga bodysilk nightgown:
Vintage 1950s Red Handpainted Hawaiian Maxi Dress by Malihini B36 W34 from ALLEY CATS VINTAGE
Vintage Olga Nightgown Bright Red Bodysilk Style 92087 Size S B36 from ALLEY CATS VINTAGE
My Vintage Cocktail is also having a shopwide sale, including this gorgeous Pell rhinestone strawberry brooch and a sexy Gottex high neck swimsuit:
Vintage Ruby Red Rhinestone Strawberry Brooch Pin, Pell, Book Piece from MY VINTAGE COCKTAIL
Friday, August 19, 2011
Summer is almost over, and my next blog will most likely be a Fall preview, but I wanted to get out one last blog for the beach lovers. So gents, pull out your straw boaters and tighten up the belt on your wool swim trunks. Ladies, grab your parasols and fasten up those hooks and eyes on your wool swimdresses. If your feeling a bit modest, wouldn't this lovely 1920's blue gingham house dress look fab strolling along the beach?
I have been super busy this past month working on my brand new website.
Check out these and my other vintage and antique goodies here.
I have been super busy this past month working on my brand new website.
Check out these and my other vintage and antique goodies here.
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| J.C. Penney Solar Straw |
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| 1930's Wool Swim Trunks |
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| Edwardian Parasol |
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| ca. 1920 House Dress |
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| Wool Swim Dress |
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
I'm wearing my swimsuit as I type...and I'm off to the beach in a few...so yeah, I'm still loving you August summer day....bicycle riding, eating outside and feeling fabulous....
I know fall is coming up, and cooler weather and holiday parties ...yeah !
my mind wanders....to...a...
Men's vintage...Bicycles Art Nouveau Mucha and all that...Oranges and browns are so autumn....and don't be shy Ladies...this is tooo fantastic for men to keep to themselves.....
this Vintage Bicycles Art Nouveau Steampunk Shirt
has amazing prints of Mucha, Leydecker, and Gibson Girl women and turn of the century men riding bicycles, enjoying the new-fangled invention of the late Victorian - Edwardian era.
this shirt and all my newest stuff will be sent to my new website store....clicky.
There's also women and men on bicyclettes, and early safety bicycles.
From 1890 until the Roaring Twenties was a trend for people to try amazing exotic new technologies, embracing brisk outdoor exercise, and bicycle riding....this arty shirt depicts Art Nouveau lettering, winged helmets and wide stripes and deep blacks prints.
I know fall is coming up, and cooler weather and holiday parties ...yeah !
my mind wanders....to...a...
Men's vintage...Bicycles Art Nouveau Mucha and all that...Oranges and browns are so autumn....and don't be shy Ladies...this is tooo fantastic for men to keep to themselves.....
this Vintage Bicycles Art Nouveau Steampunk Shirt
has amazing prints of Mucha, Leydecker, and Gibson Girl women and turn of the century men riding bicycles, enjoying the new-fangled invention of the late Victorian - Edwardian era.
this shirt and all my newest stuff will be sent to my new website store....clicky.
There's also women and men on bicyclettes, and early safety bicycles.
From 1890 until the Roaring Twenties was a trend for people to try amazing exotic new technologies, embracing brisk outdoor exercise, and bicycle riding....this arty shirt depicts Art Nouveau lettering, winged helmets and wide stripes and deep blacks prints.
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