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Category Archives: Ossie Clark
eBAY ROUNDUP of Vintage Clothing Finds
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This week’s selections include pieces by Ossie Clark, Norman Norell, Paul Sachs, Bill Blass and Oscar de la Renta. Be sure to check out the gorgeous 1940s Ceil Chapman draped dress, the antique 19th century Chinese silk coat and 1960s coat that’s so perfect for Spring.
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Vintage 1940s Ceil Chapman Dress (4birdsonawire) | Vintage 1970s Ethnic Embroidered Mini Dress (sistersoftheblackmoon) | Antique 19th Century Chinese Silk Coat (wwolst12) | Vintage 1960s Sheer Chiffon Dress (mcatasha) | Vintage 1970s Marabou Chiffon Cape Dress (mcatasha) | Vintage 1980s Missoni Dress (vtgcaliforniaglam) | Vintage 1940s Paul Sachs Wool Dress (millstreetvintage) | Vintage 1940s Catalina Swimsuit (furvella) | Vintage Bill Blass Cocktail Dress (deedee_johnson) | Vintage Midcentury Beaded Sweater (mariescupboard) | Antique Victorian Silk Embroidered Cape (josies545) | Vintage Betsey Johnson Punk Sweater (mlern) | Vintage 1960s Christian Dior Sunglasses (larulmana) | Vintage Oscar de la Renta Maxi Dress (badger201143) | Vintage 1970s Batik Wrap Skirt (nevertoomanyprettythings) | Vintage 1970s Norman Norell Dress (slini) | Vintage 1970s Crochet Maxi Dress (pamh23) | Vintage Lanvin Dress (smashinfashion!) | Vintage Jomaz Ring (donjohnjohn1937) | Vintage Seymour Fox Coat (thesilverweb) | Vintage 1990s Blvgari Silk Twill Scarf (reviv1) | Vintage 1970s I Magnin Tiered Maxi Dress (ndbvintage) | Vintage Ossie Clark Poppies Dress (vintagemodes) | Vintage 1960s Spring Coat (collezioni_prive) | (Disclosure: Zuburbia is an affiliate member of the eBay Partner Network however these editorial selections are made without direct promotional consideration from Bay sellers.)
PLEASE NOTE that Zuburbia does not endorse the use of fur, feathers, leather or animal skins in fashion. These selections are offered only as more thoughtful and eco-friendly alternatives for contemporary fashionistas who have not yet eliminated animal products from their wardrobes.
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eBAY ROUNDUP of Vintage Clothing Finds
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This week’s selections include pieces by Adele Simpson, Ossie Clark, Hermes and Chanel. Be sure to check out the fabulous 1970s bamboo print Roberta di Camerino dress and the 1938 brooch by Geissman for Coro.
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Vintage 1990s Chanel Silk Blouse (claireinc*) | Vintage YSL Bracelet (mrbmax) | Vintage Evening Dress and Coat Set (efind894) | Vintage 1970s Goddess Maxi Dress (sistersoftheblackmoon) | Vintage 1950s Satin Party Skirt (pmainstudio) | Vintage 1960s Adele Simpson Kilim Coat (promking59) | Vintage 1938 Geissman for Coro Brooch (kaysglitz) | Vintage Ossie Clark for Radley Maxi Dress (sunny1968_0) | Vintage 1960s Ann Barron Cocktail Dress (afro*chic) | Vintage 1970s Deerskin Embroidered Purse (indiecultvintage) | Vintage 1970s Plaid Coat (bustownmodern) | Vintage 14k Gold Mabe Pearl Ring (urbantiques) | Vintage 1960s Leather and Coyote Jacket (indiecultvintage) | Vintage 1960s Bohemian Suede Coat (redhousevintage) | Vintage Pauline Rader Ram Head Necklace (batmobile$) | Vintage Hermes Ostrich Clutch (lovesurf1) | Vintage Gucci Bangle Watch Set (jamie52282) | Vintage 1980s Colorblock Dress (orangesuitcasevintage) | Vintage Hermes Henri de Linares Scarf (jajezus) | Vintage 1970s Peacock Print Maxi Dress (sistersoftheblackmoon) | Vintage 1970s Roberta di Camerino Bamboo Print Dress (slini) | Vintage 1970s Pocket Boots (thriftwares) | Vintage North Beach Leather Jacket (sleepyheadvintage) | Vintage Alfred Philippe for Trifari Bracelet (trifari.com) | (Disclosure: Editorial selections are made by Zuburbia without promotional consideration from Bay sellers but Zuburbia is an affiliate member of the eBay Partner Network)
PLEASE NOTE that Zuburbia does not endorse the use of fur, feathers, leather or animal skins in fashion. These selections are offered only as more thoughtful and eco-friendly alternatives for contemporary fashionistas who have not yet eliminated animal products from their wardrobes.
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VPOD: Vintage Ossie Clark Blouse and Why Fashionistas Should Think Like Chefs
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Perhaps you’ve heard of Eric Ripert, famed chef and co-owner of Le Bernardin, which just happens to be ranked 18 on S. Pellegrino’s World’s 50 Best Restaurant’s list.
Or perhaps you’ve seen him on one of his appearances as a guest judge on Bravo’s Top Chef or hosting his own PBS series Avec Eric.
Or perhaps one of his four cookbooks is sitting on your kitchen bookshelf right now.
Well, I happened to read an old interview with him recently from Food & Wine magazine and this Emmy and James Beard award-winner, who also happens to be the recipient of France’s Legion d’Honneur, shared some food wisdom that has particular relevance for us Vintage Crusaders.
In the interview he was asked to elaborate on a statement he once made where he claimed “to cook for the food, not with the food.”
And in explaining the distinction, he compared chefs to jewelers saying the fish is the diamond and a chef’s job is to find the right cut and the right setting for it.
He further explained that “to elevate the flavor of the fish, I will probably add fewer ingredients, but the right ingredients.”
And I immediately saw how applying these principles could elevate a gal from a mere one star to a coveted five stars rating in an imaginary Zagat Guide for dress.
Because isn’t our job simple?
First, we need to be honest about the shape of our bodies and learn how to play up our assets and minimize our deficiencies by choosing the right cuts with the right proportions for us. Even if that sometimes means shunning our favorite silhouettes from the current runway trends.
We also need to have an awareness of what’s appropriate to wear where and opt to wear clothes in the right setting. Even if that sometimes means waiting patiently for the proper social invite to debut a new outfit.
Plus we need to recognize that just like the finest cooking, the finest dressing is about choosing the best quality ingredients and learning how to make them work together so that no one flavor overpowers. So that the flavorings (accessories) enhance the main dish and bring out its best features. So that the final dish (the whole outfit) is greater than the sum of its ingredients.
Finally we need to recognize that less is very often more. That choosing fewer pieces for our closets but choosing each of these pieces with greater awareness can lead to a more cohesive wardrobe and a stronger sense of personal style.
Yesterday I shopped at my local farmer’s market and roasted fresh vegetables for dinner with just high quality olive oil and sea salt to accompany them. It’s probably one of my favorite meals — pure and delicious.
Likewise, sometimes our style can be pure and delicious without any fancy accompaniments.
Take today’s VPOD for instance.
This vintage Ossie Clark blouse is pretty and feminine and completely stylish all by itself.
And so you see how thinking like a chef can help you dress like a Vintage Crusader!
Available at Resurrection Vintage.
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