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Not every vintage fashionista has the time to page through thousands of eBay listings. But now you don’t have to!
Instead, just sneak a peek at my weekly eBay Roundup of Top Vintage Clothing Finds.
An eclectic mix of designer and non-designer vintage clothing, accessories and jewelry, these are pieces that have caught my discerning eye for their uniqueness, their contemporary feel or their highly collectible nature.
As…
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Want to open a can of worms? Just talk about shortening vintage dresses. It’s one of those controversial issues where most people tend to be either in full support or entirely against it. I, however, line up somewhere in the middle.
For instance, the racks of vintage maxis at this weekend’s flea market that had their sweeping hems lopped off to create mini dresses and tops…
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“My dresses are like Bentleys”, said Ossie Clark, “They are quality and last forever.” Unfortunately, the delicate chiffon, satin and crepe that he liked to use on his dresses have not always made it through the decades intact. That’s why it’s thrilling to discover today’s VPOD.
This romantic vintage maxi dress features not one, not two, but three of Ossie’s favorite fabrics: satin on the shoulders,…
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With so many magazine articles and fashion self-help books extolling the virtues of the LBD (Little Black Dress), you’re bound to have one or two (or ten) in your closet by now. But what about the LBJ (Little Black Jacket)?
The LBJ is just as versatile a wardrobe staple as the LBD. Just look at today’s VPOD to get inspired.
This 1970s superstar piece by Ossie Clark…
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The Ossie Clark label was reincarnated earlier this year by Marc Worth who invested $3.5 million to revive the brand with the Israeli-born designer Avsh Alom Gur at the helm. But I’m a girl who likes to be original–as in original Ossie Clark.
Today’s VPOD features a 1970s vintage Ossie Clark done in his signature moss crepe fabric with flowing tiers of color on the skirt that…
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Ossie Clark was sometimes called the “King of King’s Road” when he designed in London during the swinging 60s. But there are other monikers that would fit as well. How about the “Prince of Plunging Necklines”? Or the “Jester of Jersey”? I can’t say I’ve ever met an Ossie Clark I didn’tlike and today’s VPOD is no exception.
This lovely long-sleeve dress would make a perfect…
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