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New items to the Etsy shop – June 2013

Got a lot of new stuff in the shop this month including an amazing mint condition 1940s silk blouse, lots of 70s does 40s dresses, 2 1940s ladies jackets, 30s stockings and a few other lovelies. Enjoy!

Vintage 1940s Ladies Two-Tone Jacket - M/L   Vintage 1940s Silk Blouse MINT

Vintage 1903s 'Magic Hair Waver' in original box

Vintage 1970s does 40s Navy Blue Jacket   Vintage Late 1940s Ladies Sports Jacket

Vintage 1930s Seamless Cotton Stockings - Grey MINT   Repro Pale Lemon Blouse made from 30s Pattern

 

Vintage 1970s does 40s Style Knitted Top   Vintage 1980s does 1930s Champagne Satin Blouse

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New items in the Etsy shop for May 2013

A few new items for the shop this month including an some amazing marcasite 1930s earrings in their original ceA few new items for the shop this month including an some amazing marcasite 1930s earrings in their original celluloid Art Deco box, a late 50s cotton day dress, 70s does 30s flutter gown, early 1940s black dress and some lovely 50s silver gloves.

Vintage 1930s Marcasite Earrings in Original AArt Deco Box

Vintage Late 1950s / Early 60s Cotton Roses & Stripes Day Dress   Vintage 70s does 30s Flutter Sleeved Dress L   Vintage Late 1930s / 1940s Crepe Gown - L

Vintage 1950s Silvery 12-button Length Formal Gloves - Nylon

 

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Hats for sale in my shop!

Was looking at all the lovely hats for sale in my shop and thought they were worthy of a post of their own. So many different styles and materials and textures. The hot pink 50s topper is so bright and cheery and the 40s velour number with the bow is just amazing!

Vintage 1930s Black Boucle Woolen Beret with Bow   Vintage 1940s Chocolate Velour Ladies Hat with Bow

Vintage 1950s Black Halo / Wedding Ring Hat with Dress Veil   Vintage 1950s Chocolate Brown Faux Fur Style-Beret

   Vintage 1950s Women's Hat With Flowers and Tulle     Vintage 1950s Black Felt  Bow Hat

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Miss L Fire 2012 Spring/Summer Collection

I have been a fan of UK based Miss L Fire for a while now. Stunning shoes with styles so reminiscent of the 30s, 40s and 50s. Here are my favourites for the coming European season. Here are my favs. They all have a very 1930s feel about them. Enjoy.

FloraFloraFlora

ParadeParadeParade

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1930s dresses added to the shop!!

Hi all. It’s been a little while since I blogged, but rest assured I am BACK! Here are few things that I added to my Etsy shop last week for the 20s and 30s lovers. The first dress is stunning! The geometric shapes and fagoting are superb. The second dress is also lovely, and in a rare larger size.

Vintage 1930s Crepe Black Evening Gown with Sequins L

1920s Vintage Satin Belt with Diamantes

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RIP Patty Andrews, 1918 – 2013

Patty Andrews, the last surviving member of swing-era vocal group the Andrews Sisters (and the center sister in the photo below), died today of natural causes. She was 94. A beautiful lady with a golden voice.

‘Bounce Me Brother With a Solid Four’ will always be my fav of their songs. Thought I’d post the clip here. Not the mention that we get to see Jewel McGowan and Dean Collins dance. :)

From the late Thirties through the Forties, the Andrews Sisters produced one hit record after another. Patty Andrews is in the centre

  

http://youtu.be/aPEIn-1JrOw

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10% off Sale at Violet’s Vintage Emporium

Hi all, I recently had a 10% off sale for Australia Day in my Etsy store, but I have decided to extend it until the end of January. The code is KOALA for those interested.

Here is the link to the shop: Violet’s Vintage Emporium

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1920s & 30s shoes to die for!!

Just had to share some of my favs from my Pintrest board. So many of these are just beyond words! I wish that I could have many of them reproduced to wear now.

1920s

Art Deco Shoes - c. 1926 - Saks Fifth Avenue   1920s  1926-33

1926 Bob evening shoes   1927 evening pumps   Evening Shoes, Hellstern and Sons, Patented, Paris: ca. 1920-1928, French, glossy kid leather inlaid with contrasting colors, six thin crossed straps on instep, leather sole, heels covered in kid leather.

Gold leather shoes with embroidered mesh overlay, by André Perugia, French, c. 1922. @designerwallace   Wedding Shoes 1927 Manchester City Galleries  1920s shoes that i love

Deco Shoes - 1920's - by André Perugia - Paris  Bar Shoes - 1920's - Northampton Museums   Art Deco Shoes - 1920's - Paris. @designerwallace

Art Deco Shoes - 1925 - Belonged to a certain ‘Countess N. de Hamong’ - by Ignazio Pluchino - Galleries of Modern London  Donna Greco, Paris, shoes, ca. 1925-35  1920s shoes

1920’s  1920s Vintage Rare Black Silk Shoes - REDUCED from 170

1930s

1930's - D'Orsay red velvet shoes with gold leather applique - @Mlle   1930s evening shoes! J'adore!   electric blue snakeskin shoes with beige kid trim from the 1930s.

Black satin ankle strap pumps with gold leather trim, USA, 1930's  French Shoe - 1925-35 - by Donna Greco - Shelburne Museum   Roger Vivier for German tannery Heyl‐Libenau, French, 1934

Late 20s- early 30s Morris Wolock & co   1939, Steven Arpad   English grey and red leather sandal, c 1934  Shoes, 1930’s   English red and cream leather Oxford, 1934  1930's

Vintage 1930s French Blue Satin Heels   Attributed to Elsa Schiaparelli, 1939   1930s burgundy shoes.

1930s Metallic Shoes.   late '20s Morris Wolock shoes

 

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My Pinterest Art Deco, 1920s and 30s boards

For all my readers that are fans of Art Deco design and the fashion 1920s and 30s, I have several boards full of my favourite visual collections over at Pinterest that I add to on a daily basis. You are welcome to follow me there also. Enjoy :)

Art Deco design and Beauty
1920s style
1930s style
Art Deco Patterns
Vintage Hair – 1930s
Vintage Hair – 1920s
Vintage graphic design & advertising

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1940s wide pants bolero set in sateen!!!

For all the ladies who adore 1940s style, look at this amazing early 40s set that I found recently! A rare find indeed and it is in mint condition. This set has a bolero tie top and a pair of wide, high-waisted pants with gorgeous embroidery. Very similar to the 1940s sewing shown pattern below.

If you are interested, this item is for sale in my Esty store. Just click on any of the pics and it will link you there :)

1940s Wide Pants and Bolero set in sateen - Mint

1940s Wide Pants and Bolero set in sateen - Mint

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Downton Abbey S3 Xmas Special costuming…

Well, if you are Downton Abbey fan, you will no doubt have watched the series 3 Xmas Special by now (as I have), and I won’t give away any spoilers re the storyline here. BUT, I will however share some of the delightful 1920s fashions. I think that Lady Edith sported the best garb in this ep, along with an amazing cocoon coat worn by Lady Grantham.

   

Allen Leech (© ITV)

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New items to the Etsy store for 2013!

Happy New Year everyone! Thought I’d share what has just gone into the Etsy store today with you and what will be coming up; 1940s Military Buddies sweetheart pin, 1950s silk men’s tie, 1960s sneakers, ladies coat and men’s tie and a 1930s velvet scarf. I recently sold a bunch of 60s gloves and ties to wardrobe for the US show ‘Vegas’. Keeping an eye out for those when I watch ;)

And coming up in the next I will be adding a 1920s men’s evening scarf, a sheer 1930s evening gown, an unworn 1940s sateen bolero shirt and wide pants set and a puff sleeved 50s top. Enjoy!

Vintage WW2 Sailor Military Buddy Sweetheart Pin - near mint   Vintage 1960s Jersey Wool Jacket with Faux Fur Collar - L

Vintage1930s Black Velvet Scarf with Embroidery   Vintage 1950s Mens Navy Blue Silk Tie

Vintage 1960s Simlam Canvas Sneakers Size 7   Vintage 1960s Mens Geometric Pattern Necktie

Vintage 1950s Prestige Ladies underwear in box - M   Vintage 1950s Prestige Ladies Slip in box - M

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Merry Christmas to all!

I just wanted to wish our readers all the best for the holiday season and a wonderful New Year! And I will have lot’s more vintage goodness for you in 2013!!

Michelle

Irene Delroy, 1930. Christmas card inspiration? :)

Carole Lombard

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For the chaps….The Prohibition Clothing Company

I stumbled across the site for The Prohibition Clothing Company the other day via my friend, the Vintage Baroness. A great online store for men who love to sport a classic look. The PCC have some very dapper accessories too, and I must say that it is refreshing to see more and more vintage-styled outlets popping up all over the world to offer something more than just mainstream fashion. Classic style never dates! Seems they also have a Made to order Service too and I like the web-page design. Here is what the owner has to say (taken form the site):

“The Original Prohibition Clothing Company was born out of my love for classic tailoring, the storied history of America during the 1930’s and 1940’s, and a desire to create timeless elements of style. Elegant and sporty, we offer a unique and individualized approach to dressing that is sophisticated, romantic and unusually appealing. Iconic vintage pieces are delicately reworked to be both modern and nostalgic. Unlike some fashion companies, who reinvent their aesthetic every year, we offer a consistent and compelling vision that allows our customer to build a wardrobe of enduring pieces. Through partnership with select factories and artisans, we strive to produce excellent products, with minimal waste and a high level of respect for all of our partners. These considered garments, inspired by our collective history, are perfect for making a little history of your own.”

They have hats and caps, back-belted jackets, trousers, plus-fours, shirts, vests, bow-ties and some great stuff like a leather book strap and vintage style tote bag. You can check out The Prohibition Clothing Company’s wares here: http://www.prohibitionclothing.com/

*Taken from my other blog.

The Calloway Deco Pleat Jacket   The Cooper Sports Jacket   The Period Perfect Navy Blazer

The Calloway Deco Pleat Jacket   The Cooper Sports Jacket   The Period Perfect Navy Blazer

The Montgomery Patch Pocket Vest   The Barrymore Classic Vest    The Drake Courting Vest

The Clarke Plaid NewsboyThe Colosimo Stripe Driver Vintage Newsboy Cap

Tommy Gun Bowtie   The Douglas Wool Herringbone Bow Tie   The Ellis Saddle-Stitched Bow Tie

No.15 Book StrapBook Strap

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New to the Etsy shop…November

A few new items for the shop this month including an amazing 1930s gown and celluloid necklace and a 1940s blouse, handbag, dress and coat. Enjoy!

Vintage 1930s Stunning Bias Cut Evening Gown - AS IS   Vintage 1940s Blue Velvet Evening Coat with Faux Fur - AS IS  Vintage 1940s Green House Dress with Ric Rac - AS IS

Vintage 1940s Crepe De Chine Blouse with Rhinestones  Vintage 1940s Corde Silk Handbag Lucite Clasp

Vintage 1930s Yellow Celluloid Daffodil Necklace

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Summer is coming …

In the Southern hemisphere, that is :)

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Beach pajamas for sailing, 1930s.

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1930’s Beauties on the Beach

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New to the Etsy shop…October

I’ve been a little bit slack at posting the new shop finds, been very busy lately. But, as promised, here ar few of the beauties I have added there of late. A 20s dress and magazine, 30s suit set, a few 40s dresses and shoes, 40s linen blouse, deadstock gloves and some handbags and a 50s swing coat Enjoy!

Vintage 1940s Cherry Red Wedgie Shoes - Size 8   Vintage 1940s Sexy Suede De Liso Debs shoes - 7.5   Vintage 1950s Deadstock Pink Gloves  4-button Length - Cotton

Vintage 1950s Cello Straw Handbag with Cane Handles.  Vintage 1929 Everylady's  Magazine with 3 unused patterns  Vintage 1950s Amazing White Beaded Handbag

Vintage 1940s Black Crepe 'Silver Sequined' Gown - M to L  Vintage 1930s 'Fruit of the Loom' Rayon Dress Suit Set - L  Vintage 1920s Silk Crepe Beaded Dress - L AS IS

Vintage 1950s Aqua Linen Blouse with Deco Swirls L  Vintage 1950s Ladies Black Swing Coat with Ruffled Collar

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Lisa Ho vintage clothing auction

Back in August this year, Lisa Ho (a prominent Australian fashion designer) auctioned off her HUGE vintage clothing collection, which consisted of 100s of garments predominantly from the 1920s and 30s. Racks and racks of carefully organised items were for sale along with some of the most beautiful 20s beaded dresses I have even seen! I am happy to say that two of my favourite fellow bloggers in the Aussie vintage scene were there to bid for (and win) some of these beauties.

I have included just a small selection of what is featured in the online catalogue. You can find the rest here at Mossgreen Auctions. My favourites are the yellow dress (snapped up by my Sydney friend Inger), both the pink and the black coats in the second line of pics, the 30s red gown and the bias cut white 30s dress. All just stunning! I wish I could have been there to go through all though racks of 30s silk gowns.

* Taken from my other blog here.

      

       

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Miss L Fire – Autumn/Winter 2012

I have been a fan of UK based Miss L Fire for a while now. Stunning shoes with styles so reminiscent of the 30s, 40s and 50s. Here are my favourites for the coming European season. I love the ‘Boston’ in green and wish I could have a pair right now! Miss L Fire, also have a one of the coolest websites around so check them out. The A/W 12 collection is shown here at the moment. Enjoy!

* Taken from my other blog 

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New to the Esty store …

I found a bunch of great things for my Etsy store at a huge antique fair on the weekend, from 1950s lucite hair clips to an amazing satin 1930s gown. Here is a wee sample. They are all linked back to the shop if you are interested. :)

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Tie Clip on Original Display Card - RARE   Vintage 1930s Cuff Links with Dumbbell ShankVintage 1950s Violet Lucite Carved Bracelet   Vintage 1950s Pink Confetti Lucite Hair Clip/Barette   Vintage 1950s Marbled Lucite Hair Clip/Barette

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