Wednesday, October 31, 2012

1960s Brocade Dress

This 1960s metallic brocade party dress has big sparkly pink rhinestone buttons that close up the left front side.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

1980s Mohair Jacket by Geoffrey Beene

The collar of a 1980s Geoffrey Beene mohair jacket closes with a bow.

Monday, October 29, 2012

1960s Hostess Set

Large paillette sequins decorate wool herringbone in this 1960s hostess ensemble consisting of a top and maxi skirt.

Friday, October 26, 2012

1980s Jean Muir Coat

A vintage 80s Jean Muir wool coat has a large collar and textured metal buttons.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

1960s Velvet Evening Dress

The neckline of this 1960s velvet dress is adorned with elaborate metallic gold braid and rhinestones.

Monday, October 22, 2012

Vintage 60s Bonnie Cashin Leather Coat

The collar of a vintage 1960s leather coat by Bonnie Cashin has a toggle closure.

Friday, October 19, 2012

1940s Sequined Peplum Dress

A sequined heart on a stem decorates the bodice of this 1940s dress with peplum.

Thursday, October 18, 2012

1950s Jantzen Swimsuit

A vintage 50s Jantzen swimsuit is completely shirred with elastic across the back of the suit.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

1960s Silver Brocade Dress

The front waist of this 1960s silver brocade party dress is decorated with thick self-fabric cords that are braided and finished with knot buttons.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Vintage 80s Draped Jersey Dress

A 1980s black jersey dress has a large draped waistband which is gathered on each side.

Friday, October 12, 2012

Vintage Michael Hoban Red Leather Dress


A vintage 80s Michael Hoban red leather dress has a snap at the back neckline and waist with a large open back.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

1950s Leonard Arkin Silk Suit

This 1950s Leonard Arkin ensemble consists of a dress with matching jacket.  The jacket has metal studs and little dingle ball decoration at the collar and hem.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Vintage Vera Neuman

A set of vintage Vera Neumann cotton napkins has a mod grape abstract print.

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

1950s Seymour Jacobson Dress

The bodice of this 1950s Seymour Jacobson dress is cut on the bias so the cowl neckline in the back can fall in graceful folds.

Monday, October 8, 2012

Vintage Albert Nipon Dress


A vintage 80's Albert Nipon silk dress has a circular floral motif at the waistline.

Friday, October 5, 2012

1960s Velvet Cocktail Dress

This 1960s velvet dress features a self-fabric ruffle around the neckline.

Thursday, October 4, 2012

1980s Perry Ellis Pockets

A 1980s Vogue Pattern designed by Perry Ellis has three variations on the waistband and pocket treatments.

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

1980s Silk Cocktail Dress

The bodice of this 1980s cocktail dress by St. Gillian is covered in tucks and pleats that are draped over the figure.

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

70's Alice of California Dress

A vintage 70s Alice of California maxi dress has a square piped neckline.

Monday, October 1, 2012

1930s Evening Gown

Smocking stitches form a half circle at the waist of this 1930s evening gown and give fullness to the skirt.