ENTER TO WIN: Louis Vuitton Neo Handbag


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You know that ol’ song from Richard Berry in the 1950s called Louie Louie?

Well, I’m singing my own version today and it goes a little something like this:

Louis, Louis, Louis, for me!
Louis, Louis, Louis you’re mine!

You see, I just entered the Louis Vuitton Neo Handbag Sweepstakes announced by Zuburbia’s friends over at Ann’s Fabulous Finds, one of our favorite premier authentic designer handbag and accessory sites.

A few decades from now, vintage fashionistas like you and me will be squealing with glee when we discover a pristine version of this 2010 Louis Vuitton handbag. But why wait?

Ann is giving away this $2880 bag to one very lucky and stylish lady and it could be you!

Just CLICK HERE to enter the sweepstakes between now and October 21, 2010. Good Luck!

VPOD: Vintage 1960s Vera Apron


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I’m planning to visit family in Pennsylvania next month and I hope my timing will put me right smack dab in the middle of the beautiful Fall splendor. Mother Nature sure has a way of turning heads come October when she gives us a glimpse of the glorious colors that live in leaves all year long but are usually too overpowered by chlorophyll to peek through.

Do you ever wonder what colors are hiding way down deep in your spirit waiting to come ablaze but still hidden by all your long-held beliefs and fears which function much like the chlorophyll in leaves?

Do you dream of showing off your true colors by helping others, starting a company, traveling the world, writing a book, or becoming an artist?

Whatever your dream, every Fall Mother Nature reminds us that we each have an incredible amount of hidden strength and beauty that’s in us all the time just waiting for an opportunity to be born.

So get inspired by this year’s Peak Fall Foliage Season which starts now and ends sometime in mid-to-late October. (Updated foliage reports are available at The Foliage Network.)

And if you’re going to miss witnessing the kaleidoscope of colors in person this year, then perhaps you want to treat yourself to today’s VPOD.

This 1960s apron by Vera will help you prepare all your meals in colorful style and remind you of the inspiration for change we see every year at this time.

It’s a lovely Fall find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Decotini.

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VPOD: Vintage 1970s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Hand Painted Kimono Jacket and Skirt


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Some women are more than willing to sacrifice comfort for style. They’ll prance around for hours in their pinching high heels until their toes are numb. They’ll stuff their bodies into their Spanx and force themselves to take shallow breaths for hours on end. They’ll even endure scratchy fabrics with a smile on their faces.

And then there are the rest of us.

Those of us who believe that you can be both stylish AND comfortable.

Who believe that loose can be just as sexy as skin-tight.

Who go craaaaaaazy for a chic and comfy look like today’s VPOD.

This 1970s set from Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche features a hand-painted silk jacket with kimono sleeves and a flowing skirt all done up in fabulous neutrals and muted pinks and purples.

It’s a fabulous set for a comfort-loving vintage fashionista!

Available at Dorothea’s Closet Vintage.

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eBay ROUNDUP of Vintage Clothing Finds


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vintage oscar de la renta beaded bustier cocktail dressvintage 1980s christian dior velvet blazervintage norma kamali cocoon coatvintage 1970s christian dior haute couture pants suit

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Vintage 1970s Ribbon Ruffle Cardigan Sweater (twitchvintage) | Vintage 1960s Christian Dior Necklace (horse_ladyii) | Vintage 1980s Valentino Floral Silk Chiffon Dress (booboopeedoo) | Vintage 1950s Bombshell Illusion Dress (redhousevintage) | Vintage 1970s Gucci Leather Purse (thekaliman) | Vintage 1960s Leather Mini Dress (apeacockparadise) | Vintage 1970s St. John Knit Dress (thriftwares) | Vintage Lanvin Pendant Necklace (untoldtreasures4u) | Vintage 1980s Oscar de la Renta Beaded Bustier Cocktail Dress (7shops) | Vintage 1980s Christian Dior Velvet Blazer (tinroofvintage) | Vintage Norma Kamali Cocoon Coat (freebird!) | Vintage 1970s Christian Dior Haute Couture Pants Suit (animalworks) | Vintage 1960s Leather Cape Coat (sistersoftheblackmoon) | Vintage Floral Brushed Velvet Coat (pasiman94) | Vintage Hattie Carnegie Egyptian Revival Cuff Bracelet (maehar) | Vintage 1970s Cape Coat (bustownmodern) | (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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VPOD: Vintage 1920s Red Beaded Flapper Dress & Boardwalk Empire


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It only took one episode for HBO’s latest drama, Boardwalk Empire, to earn a green-light for a second season. Over 7 million viewers enjoyed the three recent showings of the premiere episode (yes, I was one of them) and critics everywhere are singing its praises:

Sensational!…Addictive!…Captivating!…Smashing!…Brilliant!…Terrific!…Intoxicating!…Stunning!…Genius!…
Perfection!…Smashing!…Breathtaking!…Dazzling!

Of course, all these superlatives could just as easily apply to today’s VPOD and all the fabulous 1920s fashions featured in this period drama. What Mad Men did for fashions of the 1960s, this little gem is sure to do for the Flapper fashions of the 1920s!

If you love fashions from this era, be sure to tune in to see costume designer John Dunn’s work each week. If you want to add something Flapper to your own vintage clothing collection, then grab today’s VPOD.

This flaming red chiffon flapper dress from the 1920s has spectacular beading and stunning style.

It’s a Boardwalk Empire find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Vintage Couture.

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