Evaluating the vintage condition of clothing, hats, jewelry, and accessories: A Grading Guide
IntroductionWe had a question from a prospective buyer on how we grade our vintage inventory. That question left Madge a bit embarrassed she hadn’t written a post about grading vintage. When it comes to...
Category: Livin’ La Vida Vintage
The History of Pink, From Antiquity to Barbie
Unlock the mesmerizing tale of the history of pink! From ancient berry crushes to luxurious "Shiraz pink" in Persia, this color has strutted through history, flaunting its divine charm. It partied with royals, evolved through gender twists, and even hitched a ride in Barbie's pink Corvette! Embrace ...
Celebrating Earth Day With Vintage
On this Earth Day, I want to thank you for making a positive impact on the environment by choosing vintage clothing or accessories over fast fashion.
The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world, and the constant production and consumption of new clothing, plu...
Brimming with Style: The Revival of Bucket Hats
Sometimes one tends to lose her identity in fashion. Following high fashion too closely, a person can forfeit beauty or style. The only way to buy clothes is to suit yourself . When I couldn't find a hat that suited my needs, I designed one. It was comfortable, stayed on my head in the wind...
The Evolution of Easter Hats: From Simple Bonnets to Extravagant Headwear
An elaborate 1920s Mantilla
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The Covering of the Head
The history of Easter hats begins with the long-standing tradition of covering one's head in a place of worship. This tradition developed in many religio...
Christian Dior, the New Sensation of Paris Fashion
As part of our continuing series What's in a Label? we cover this month's featured designer Christian Dior.In a machine age, dressmaking is one of the last refuges of the human, the personal, the inimitable. ...