Sunday, February 21, 2010

On hold

To all of our friends, followers and readers,

Jody & I won't be posting this week. Our youngest sister Barb passed away suddenly yesterday. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers during this time.

Thank you

Friday, February 19, 2010

Vintage 1950s Black Velvet Cocktail Spectator Hat with Spiraled Aigrette Feathers


The top of a 1950's spectator hat is accented with a spiral swirl of aigrette feathers.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

1970s Galanos Evening Gown

The neckline of this 1970s Galanos evening gown has a hand finished ruffle.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Vintage 90s MOSCHINO Artist Masterpiece Art to Wear Shirt M

A men's Moschino shirt from the 1990s has various framed artworks making up the print.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

1950s Cocktail Dress

The shoulder and hip of this 1950s cocktail dress are decorated with large pink satin roses.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Vintage 80s Maud Frizon Lace High Heel Shoes Pumps

The pointed toe box of a 1980s pair of Maud Frizon high heel shoes are covered with a gold and black lace overlay.

Friday, February 12, 2010

1950s Full Skirt Cotton Dress

This 1950s full skirted cotton dress by Helen Whiting has an adorable print of striped umbrellas.

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Vintage 50s Lime Strapless Prom Bridal Tulle Gown Dress

The bodice of a 1950s tulle strapless gown is softly pleated at the bust.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Vintage 1950s Dress Attributed to Estevez

The back drape of this 1950s dress is gathered into a band at the hem. The dress is attributed to Luis Estevez.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Vintage 70s OLGA White Cascading Lace & Nylon Nightgown

The nylon and lace tiers of a vintage 70s Olga white nightgown cascade around the body adding shape and form.

Monday, February 8, 2010

1960s Jonny Herbert Party Dress

Deep inverted pleats at the sides and back give fullness to the skirt on this early 1960s party dress by Jonny Herbert.

Friday, February 5, 2010

Vintage 60s Van Raalte White Accordion Pleat Nightgown

A 1960s Van Raalte nightgown is made of accordion pleated nylon.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

1950s Suzy Perette Party Dress

The skirt of this 1950s Suzy Perette dress is made fuller by the use of triple inverted pleats.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Vintage 50s Baby Blue Cardigan Sweater with Feather Detail


A 1950s cardigan sweater has a feather design knit into the chest and waist.

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

1950s Cotton Full Skirt Dress

The neckline of this vintage 1950s dress is accented with swirled self-fabric cord and rhinestones.

Monday, February 1, 2010

Vintage 60s Adelaars Aristocrat Aqua Screenprint Sun Dress

The front and back of a 1960s tunic dress is created with a hand screened fabric.