Written on
April 5, 2010 by
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Part of why we love being vintage fashionistas is because we like to be unique. And while we might succumb to an occasional mass-market purchase, we much prefer seeking out the unusual and the one-of-a-kind. Which is why I fell in love with today’s VPOD.
These hand-painted shoes by Cocopunkz, two talented artists, could easily be vintage collectibles down the road. Each pair is lovingly hand-painted without templates or stamps. And no style is ever repeated or duplicated.
Plus they feature clever names and themes like Obsession (perfume), Time’s Awastin’ (clocks), and Love Tamil (a tribute to musical artist M.I.A.).
Pick your favorite or commission your own custom order.
Either way, they’re artistic finds for a vintage fashionista.
Available at Cocopunkz .
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How wonderful yellow is. It stands for the sun. – Vincent Van Gogh
Ask someone the first thing they think of when they see yellow, and most likely they’ll agree with Van Gogh and say the sun. But yellow is also associated with hope (think yellow ribbons and yellow LiveStrong bracelets). And since it’s the most visible color, it also grabs attention. This explains why so many taxi cabs, school buses, traffic signs and advertisements feature it!
In fashion, we know yellow mixes well with blues and grays. And of course, one sure-fire way to douse its flame a bit is to mix it with white. Today’s VPOD does that beautifully. This vintage 1980s cotton jacket by Courreges features a yellow-and-white abstract design that is sure to inject a little sunshine into any spring wardrobe.
It’s a yummy yellow find for a vintage fashionista!
Available from Zuburbia and also available on TheFind.com.
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Written on
March 31, 2010 by
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It seems odd to me that chiffon, such a beautiful fabric, comes from an Old French word meaning “rag.” This sheer, delicate, flowing fabric looks nothing like a rag to me! While it can be made of silk, cotton, nylon, polyester or rayon, hold it up to the light and you’ll see it almost looks like woven netting. And heaven bless the seamstresses who work with this notoriously difficult fabric and turn it into beautiful frocks like today’s VPOD.
This vintage party dress in a sublime shade of aqua is lined in taffeta with floating layers of chiffon and has a sash that you can tie in front or back depending on your mood.
Either way, it’s a beautiful little find for a vintage fashionista!
Available from Girl on a Vine.
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Written on
March 30, 2010 by
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It’s said that “April showers bring May flowers” but if you can’t wait that long then grab one of today’s VPODs. These colorful vintage flower pins don’t require planting, watering, weeding or cutting. And they won’t drop their petals and wilt in a few days. No, these beauties can add a whimsical touch to your wardrobe all summer long.
Here’s just a few ideas for how to use them:
* Pin one to a bobby pin for an instant hair accessory
* Pin one to the pocket flap of a summer blazer
* Pin a cluster of floral pins to a solid-color evening clutch and use it for day
* Use them like shoe clips to bring new life to plain ol’ pumps or sandals
* Take a piece of velvet or satin ribbon, cut to the proper length for you, and use a floral pin to create a belt
* Pin one or two to a long chain necklace for a fun spring look
However you choose to use them, they’re fabulous, fun finds for vintage fashionistas!
Available from Archive Vintage.
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Written on
March 29, 2010 by
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