I have posthumously met the most fascinating women while purchasing vintage clothing collections and really enjoy vintage clothing that has interesting provenance. For instance, Grogan & Company, the well established auction house in Redham, Massachusetts, is hosting an auction this Saturday that features the wardrobe of D.D. Ryan.

What a woman and what a life! Assistant to Richard Avedon. Photo Editor at Harper’s Bazaar under Diana Vreeland. Assistant to Halston. And as if that alone wasn’t enough, she’s also known as the “godmother of Eloise,” the famed children’s book character. It seems D.D. Ryan encouraged Kay Thompson to write the story and then introduced her to the book’s illustrator, Hilary Knight.

Today’s VPOD features two of my favorite pieces from D.D.’s collection. These beaded Halston jackets are both stunning and are just a few of the gorgeous selections which include designs by Pucci, Zandra Rhodes, and Ossie Clark as well as some amazing Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry.

It’s a decadent feast for a vintage fashionista!

More information available at Grogan & Company. Items also offered through eBay Live Auctions under seller id: grograncompany.

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