Zuburbia Vintage Clothing | Curation + Inspiration

VPOD: Vintage 1970s Lilli Ann Black and White Coat Set

After this Spring’s bold colors, I suppose it’s no surprise that good ol’ black and white is coming on strong for Fall. The July issue of Harper’s Bazaar exclaims:

“Basic and bold go hand in hand this season with updated interpretations of classic black and white.“

Updated, indeed! It seems to me that today’s VPOD, a vintage 1970s Lilli Ann coat and dress set, could sneak in quite nicely between the interpretations of Pedro Lourenco and Narciso Rodriguez shown in the middle of the first row of Harper’s photo collage above.

And to think some ladies believe all vintage is outdated!

As for me, I’d make this vintage number do double-duty by never wearing the two pieces together. That smashing coat would be worn over my own black slacks or skirts. And the ho-hum sheath dress? Why not pizzazz that puppy up with some trim or silk screening on the skirt OR some beading or embroidery on the bodice to create your own one-of-a-kind design.

Yes, there’s no limit to the imaginings of us vintage fashionistas!

Available at Retrodress. | Discovered at TheFind.com.

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Written on June 8, 2011 by Mary Kincaid in 1970s, Lilli Ann, Outerwear, Sets, trends, vintage, vintage clothes, vintage clothing

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Going, Going, GONE: eBay Vintage Auctions

Going, Going, GONE!

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(Auctions all end within the next 4 days)

Vintage 1960s Pucci Handbag (jbg) | Vintage 1960s Little White Dress (thrifted) | Vintage 1980s Strapless Bustier Top (mintmallstore) | Vintage 1960s Glitter Gold Heels (crazymancrazy) | Vintage 1940s Fishtail Maxi Gown (pmainstudio) | Vintage Lanvin Carnelian Agate Pendant Necklace (golden.goose) | Vintage Seattle Print Dress (artdyst) | Vintage 1980s Beaded Fishtail Skirt (bustownmodern) | Vintage Trifari Lucite Necklace Set (finderzkeprz) | Vintage 1950s Plum Floral Dress (goodgollymissmollysmomma) | Vintage 1940s Rayon Applique Slip (sportster95) | Vintage Patricia Smith Moonbag (rebkan) | Vintage 1950s Suzy Perette Dress (planet_archives) | Vintage Seahorse Choker Necklace (zimbalist) | Vintage 1970s Bessi Floral Dress (slini) | Vintage Crochet Lace Cloche (pmainstudio) | Vintage Miriam Haskell Beaded Necklace (vanity1955) | Vintage 1970s Tooled Handbag (indiecultvintage) | Vintage 1970s NOS Donald Brooks Chiffon Maxi Dress (monicasvintagefashions) | Vintage Paganne Flapper Print Maxi Dress (thredhead) | (Disclosure: Editorial selections are made by Zuburbia without promotional consideration from Bay sellers. Zuburbia is an affiliate member of the eBay Partner Network).

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Written on June 7, 2011 by Mary Kincaid in Bessi, Donald Brooks, ebay, Lanvin, Miriam Haskell, Paganne, Patricia Smith, Pucci, Suzy Perette, Trifari, vintage, vintage clothes, vintage clothing, vintage shopping

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VPOD: Vintage Art Deco Sterling Peacock Ring

I attended a seminar this past weekend and whenever I pass out business cards at these events I inevitably get asked why I chose a peacock feather as a brand logo.

There are two reasons, actually.

First, there is how much peacock symbology aligns with my vision of Zuburbia.

For instance, peacocks represent pride in appearance and integrity and challenge us not to be afraid to show our true colors. And while peacocks appear in the mythology of many cultures, ultimately they stand primarily for Beauty, Knowledge and Power, which is the message I try to share every day:

the BEAUTY that is unique to every woman
the KNOWLEDGE that we should seek every day
and
the POWER that we share to change the world

Second, the peacock appears to be my own personal totem animal, appearing unexpectedly and often in my life. For instance, I snapped the picture above as I entered the Redwood City Sofitel Hotel at check-in last Wednesday. This beautiful mural was painted on a wall of the portico and I spied this proud little fella every time I walked through the lobby.

So, with peacocks on my mind, it’s no surprise that I chose this fab ring as today’s VPOD.

This Art Deco sterling silver peacock ring has fine detail and sparkling rhinestones and would be a fine reminder that you possess enormous reserves of beauty, knowledge and power all your own.

What an empowering find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Deja-Voodoo Vintage.

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Written on June 7, 2011 by Mary Kincaid in art deco, costume jewelry, ebay, peacock, Rings, vintage, vintage clothes, vintage clothing, Vintage Jewelry

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VPOD: Vintage 1980s Gucci Reptile Sandals and The Wizard of Oz

When I was a little girl, I remember waiting with excited anticipation for the yearly broadcast of The Wizard of Oz. (Yes, I predate the days of DVRs, On Demand and DVDs.)

Back then, if you missed the yearly broadcast, you had to wait an entire year before you’d have an opportunity to see the film again. So it will be no problem for me to wait until 2013 to see Disney’s planned 3-D prequel.

With Sam Raimi (Spiderman) directing, the film will be set before the original 1939 film and tell the story of Oz (James Franco) who’s transported to the a foreign land via tornado where he battles three witches played by Rachel Weisz, Mila Kunis (the Wicked Witch) and Michelle Williams (Glinda, the Good Witch.)

Since this is a prequel, of course, it means we won’t be seeing our good friend Dorothy, who taught women around the world that a girl can go anywhere as long as she’s wearing a great pair of shoes.

So just imagine where today’s VPOD will take you!

These vintage 1980s Gucci reptile sandals may not be made of rubies but they’re still pretty fabulous.

And they’re a fairy tale find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Posh Vintage.

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Written on June 3, 2011 by Mary Kincaid in 1980s, Gucci, sandals, Shoes, vintage, vintage clothes, vintage clothing, Vintage Shoes

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eBAY ROUNDUP of Vintage Clothing Finds

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Vintage 1958 Hermes Scarf (poupishop) | Vintage 1950s Sequin and Tulle Evening Gown (lestervintage) | Vintage 1980s Chanel Pearl and Diamante Necklace (willowbrookantiques) | Vintage North Beach Leather Robert Indiana Love Jacket (diannag7194) | Vintage 1970s Handpainted Silk Maxi Dress (sistersoftheblackmoon) | Vintage Original anya Hindmarch Bag (macaulayattic) | Vintage Michael Vollbracht Marilyn Monroe Set (18barter) | Vintage Givenchy Silk Floral Tie Ruffle Dress (indiecultvintage) | Vintage 1990s Yohji Yamamoto Skirt (claireinc*) | Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sequin Pants (squeezyfbaby) | Vintage Juliana Crystal Necklace and Earrings (0000dori) | Vintage 1960s Victoria Royal Evening Gown (grettakap) | Vintage 1988 Boxed Galliano Scarf and Postcards (watchoutbeetleabout) | Vintage Chinchilla Stole (heartnsoul1) | Vintage 1950s Strapless Soutache Dress (millstreetvintage) | Vintage Egyptian Collar Necklace (clevelandfanbaseball) | Vintage 1970s Crochet Dress (tinroofvintage) | Vintage Fendi Monogram Handbag (nina_furfur_japan) | Vintage French Lace Jacket (jcop7ohd) | Vintage 1930s Hooded Zig-Zag Cape (shakespeare86) | Vintage Malia Hawaiian Dress (spitfirevintage) | Vintage Quorum Maxi Dres (babsrand) | Antique 19th Century Cashmere Riding Jacket (romagreka) | Vintage 1960s Lilli Ann Polka Dot Dress and Coat Set (sherrieslittleshop) | (Disclosure: Editorial selections are made by Zuburbia without promotional consideration from Bay sellers. Zuburbia is an affiliate member of the eBay Partner Network).

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Written on June 2, 2011 by Mary Kincaid in Chanel, ebay, Fendi, Galliano, Givenchy, Hermes, Juliana, Lilli Ann, Malia, North Beach Leather, Oscar de la Renta, vintage, vintage clothes, vintage clothing, vintage shopping, Vollbracht

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