Showing posts with label Viewed. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Viewed. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Viewed: Hubert de Givenchy 1987
Hubert de Givenchy was known for his skill with luxurious fabrics. You can't mention little black dress without paying homage to Givenchy. He was famously known for designing most of Audrey Hepburn's wardrobe in her professional and personal collection. Here is a 1987 lace evening dress with sequins, silk faille with velvet ruched satin ribbons.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Viewed:Chanel Pre Fall 2013
Who doesn't love Chanel? Karl Lagerfeld orchestrated another inspiring fashion moment in history. Tartan plaids,kilts,lace, tweed and argyle dominated the runway during the showing of his Pre Fall 2013 collection. The collection had a vintage feel of Chanel's classic persona ,original proportions with Scottish traditions. Karl's Parisian edgy influence didn't go unnoticed. Lagerfeld has been the head creative designer at Chanel since 1983 and his collections are always consistent and visually stimulating. The creative genius always pushes the envelope. Below are our favorite picks.
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
Viewed:Donald Brooks circa 1972
Donald Brooks dress (c.1972) at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Borough Vintage dress circa 1970's
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Viewed : Vintage Cars
My vintage favorites from the car show on Washington Ave this weekend in downtown St. Louis.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Sparkle - Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter
The remake of the 1976 movie classic "Sparkle", hits theaters this weekend. The film which stars, Jordin Sparks, Whitney Houston, and Mike Epps - is set in the 1960's. Ruth E. Carter acts as the costume designer for the 2012 version of the film.
Ms. Carter is an Oscar nominated costume designer with period films such as: The Five Heartbeats, Amistad, Rosewood, and Malcolm X; on her extensive film and theater resume. She was heavily influenced by the 60's style of Twiggy and Donyale Luna when drawing inspiration for the characters of Delores and Sister, respectively.
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Sunday, August 12, 2012
Friday, August 3, 2012
Viewed: House of Patou/Christian LacroixThe Metropolitan Museum of Art - Dress, Evening
Friday, June 15, 2012
Viewed: Vintage Olympic Posters
We're gearing up for the Summer Olympics by sourcing all of the best vintage athletic gear that we can find. How inspiring are these vintage Olympic posters?
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Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Viewed: Yves Saint Laurent, 1980sThe Metropolitan Museum of Art - Dress, Evening
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Friday, April 27, 2012
Viewed: House of Dior 1955
We love to share historic dresses that feel just as modern today, as they did yesterday. Here is a 1955 Christian Dior silk dress that I would wear now.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Viewed: Hanae Mori
We love to share historic dresses that showcase intricate design skills. Here is a 1978 Hanae Mori evening dress that has finely beaded details on silk.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Viewed: Claire McCardell 1940s Dress
We love to highlight great designs that withstand the test of time. This Claire McCardell dress is featured at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It looks just as carefree today - as it did when it was designed in the 1940's.
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Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Viewed: Geoffrey Beene Dress
We love to share historic garments that are on view at the major costume museums. Great design is timeless, as evidenced by this quilted Geoffrey Beene bib dress.
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Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Viewed: Embroidered Caftan Dress - Met Museum
We love to share historic museum dresses that feel just as modern today, as they did yesterday. Here is a 20th Century Caftan that I would wear now with handcrafted leather sandals.
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Viewed: 1930s Day Dress - Met Museum
We love to share historic dresses that feel just as modern today, as they did yesterday. Here is a 1930s day dress that I would wear now.
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Viewed: Spring 2012 Fashion Week
Let's think spring by reviewing some of our favorite Spring 2012 Fashion Week collections.
L.A.M.B.
TRACY REESE
ANNA SUI
MARA HOFFMAN
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Saturday, January 21, 2012
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