Showing posts with label Clothing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Clothing. Show all posts

Sunday, March 31, 2013

What to wear to Gatsby this year?

 I was surfing eBay the other day and came across two amazing vintage magazines from the 1920's.  Due to my ever so slight obsession with the 1920's and figuring out my outfit for the next Gatsby Summer Afternoon, the two magazines made it into my shopping cart and are now in my hands.  I couldn't resist the great cover on Mode Pratique (above).  The Costumes are perfect for a sporting afternoon.

This cover of Le Petit Echo de la Mode is even more sporting and just what I've been thinking to do for the last couple of years.  If I start now, a sweater could be knit and a tennis skirt and blouse sewn.
Who out there wants to do this with me? 
Here are two more images from the magazines.  Such great inspiration!!!!!

This last one, is less "sporty" but couldn't resist including it.  Love the elegance of the time!

And here is a photo that is reminiscent of the time.  My grandmother Franny's friend within the Singer Midget Troop.  I think it's from the 1930's and not the 20's, but sporting just the same....

Monday, May 21, 2012

An Afternoon of Vintage Heaven


This last weekend, my daughter, Emma, some friends and I went to the Vintage Fashion Faire at the O-Club,  on Alameda Point.  We had such fun watching people, perusing stalls, trying on hats and living the lush life.  The couple above were the darlings of the show.  Looking their vintage best from head to toe.
Maya looking at posters from the 1920's

Oxford Shoes from the 1930's from Luxe Vintage Clothing

1920's Hat, Deco bag and Pumps from the 1980's (also from Luxe Vintage Clothing)

There were lots of vintage Fox Stole's at the Show.  This one was my favorite, though I hesitate to call out a favorite...

Two Future Mad Men?  No, just two boys from MKretro

Hounds tooth Suit anyone? Also from MKretro

I was really into this feather hat and I'm a little sad that I didn't buy it. 


The hats were everywhere and they were all affordable.  Why didn't I buy that hat?

Nice Shades! and this too, is from MKretro

Pretty Sweet too!

Wouldn't this be a fun display for a little boudoir?

Kelley's favorite necklace.

Vintage patterns

This was a really pretty little display of shoes, hat and Tulle dress

1960's Cocktail Dress

So much fun!  Can't wait for the next one.