Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Vintage 70s Alfred Shaheen Blue Floral Hawaiian Maxi Dress


The back of a 1970's Alfred Shaheen dress has pleats at the yoke which extend down the skirt creating a waterfall train at the back.

Monday, March 9, 2009

1950s Skirt Suit

Scrolls of black velvet accent the collar and pockets on a 1950's navy blue wool suit.

Friday, March 6, 2009

Vintage Albert Nippon Sheer Navy Crepe Smocked Dress

The neckline of this Albert Nipon dress is smocked. Smocking is an embroidery stitch of ornamental needlework on a garment that is made by gathering the cloth tightly in stitches, sometimes it is elasticised.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

1960s Beaded Cocktail Dress

Loops of rocaille beads form a zig-zag neckline on a 1960s cocktail dress by R&K. The beading was done in British Crown Colony Hong Kong, where all the best beading was done in the early 1960s.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Vintage 50s "Gleam Seam" Nylon Stockings by Mojud

The seam on the back of a pair of 1950's stockings has a shimmering golden thread. They are by Mojud and are called "Gleam Seam". Gleam Seams are exquisite new accessories that pick up the glow of your jewels and add brilliant touch to everything you wear.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

1970s Evening Gown

Sheer mesh panels accent the waist on a 1970's Disco era evening gown. The panels are outlined in crystal and black rhinestones.

Monday, March 2, 2009

Vintage 80s AJ Bari Pink Sequin Silk Evening Dress


Large shoulders add to the statement of this 1980's A. J. Bari Sequined Dress.