Archive for the ‘1970s’ Category
Memoirs of a Disco Queen
This week we found this stunning, 1970s ultra-draped cocoon caftan with plunging neckline and dramatic kimono sleeves. Current bid on eBay is $38. Click on the images below to see the seller’s eBay listing.
Back to School
This Week’s Look is back from summer vacation and the fall/winter shopping is already in progress. In preparation for the imminent seasonal shift, earlier this summer we scored a couple pairs of vintage, leather driving gloves and a 1970s caramel leather blazer at cheap heatwave prices. This jacket will probably top a black and white striped, long-sleeved, crew neck t-shirt and skinny jeans. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves here. There’s a heat wave presently plaguing us here in southern California, so we’re going to have to put those treasures on hold until further notice.
The rest of you, however, are already picking up on the first signs of autumn. Instagram is full of snapshots featuring falling orange leaves and light jackets. For you, this week we have curated a collection of vintage leather blazers, as seen on etsy and eBay. Click on each image below to see the individual listing.
Vintage cinnamon leather blazer with faux fur collar from silkwormvintage on etsy. $62.
Vintage fitted, caramel leather jacket from InglenookMarket on etsy. $43.
Vintage 1970s cognac kid leather blazer on eBay. $73.
Vintage whiskey stained leather, fitted cafe racer jacket on eBay. $125 or make an offer.
Vintage chestnut suede blazer from silkwormvintage on etsy. $52.
Oops. It’s sideways. Oh well. Here’s a vintage reddish brown, two-button leather blazer on eBay. $80 or make an offer.
Vintage 1970s tawny suede blazer from zorra666 on etsy. $24.99.
Style tip. Wear this 1970s black and white striped top under your caramel leather blazer. Deadstock cotton top from FrocksnFrillsVintage on etsy. $23.
Vintage 1980s A&F New York grey leather blazer from dollpartschicago on etsy. $58.
Vintage 1990s oxblood leather blazer from NakedVintage on etsy. $34.
Pony Up
In the 1970s and 1980s, riding the white pony rarely involved a tack shop. Recalling the the oft labeled ‘era of excess,’ this week we have curated for you a collection of disco and post-disco-era tops for guys and gals, all with equine-themed prints: rodeo, dressage, fantasy-corn, horse and buggy, Godfather, hunt club, Native American, polo, Anheuser-Busch, Jane Austen, Shetland, whatever your horse flavor, these primarily polyester ponies are ready to ride. Click on each image below to see the seller’s listing. Happy trails to you.
Vintage horse print top with back zip and tube cuffs from LostFoundLove on etsy. $22.
Vintage 1970s men’s Givenchy Victorian-themed carriage print button down from antique on etsy. $99.
Vintage 1970s equestrian print shirt dress on eBay. Current bid is $16.50.
Vintage unisex sparkling galloping horses t-shirt from NewmanHall on etsy. $22.
Vintage 1970s red equestrian turtleneck from FASHIONRERUN on etsy. $24.
Vintage 1980s wild horses button down shirt with pearly orange buttons from SecondHandAddiction on etsy. $10.50.
Vintage 1970s polyester lucky horseshoe blouse from BGVintageMart on etsy. $22.15.
Vintage 1970s men’s creamy polyester horse and rider disco shirt from Weirdorama on etsy. $41.
Vintage 1970s stretchy polyester disco blouse with horse landscape print. $18 on eBay.
Vintage Laurel Burch horse sweatshirt with metallic gold border from vivatiger on etsy. $23.
Vintage 1970s to 1980s prancing pony print blouse on eBay. $24.
Vintage Woolrich Native American print blouse from CheekyVintageCloset on etsy. $22.
Vintage 1970s Lady Manhattan sheer castle and horses print blouse from roadtripjournal on etsy. $30.
Vintage 1970s equestrian ribbed knit vest from ProseAndPalaver on etsy. $24.
Vintage silky polyester horse head print blouse from fuzzymama on etsy. $18.
Vintage 1970s horse print blouse from AndHowCowgirl on etsy. $20.
Not disco-era, but great vintage all the same. 1960s men’s riding crop print shirt from bottleblondevintage on etsy. $25.
Vintage 1970s cave drawing horse print shirt on eBay. $26.95
Vintage 1970s men’s nylon horse and bird print shirt from Kasifoundthis on etsy. $16.80.
Vintage unisex polyester button down horse print shirt with brass buttons from sustainablewearable on etsy. $44.99.
Vintage Halston
I once wrote that “vintage Halston” may be my most favorite combination of words ever. If you don’t believe me then check this out. Now don’t you feel silly for doubting my veracity? Well, I’m in a very forgiving mood today so I won’t let this temporary lapse of judgment mar my opinion of you. Back to this week’s look, below is an impeccable example of vintage Halston, a flawless, draped, one-shoulder goddess dress from the 1970s. Currently for sale on eBay and the seller is accepting offers. Click on the images below to see the actual listing.
Zigzag Into Summer
Temps are on the rise in the Americas and we here at the blog are diligently scouring the internet for your new summer wardrobe. This week we found this rad vintage 1970s zigzag mini dress on eBay. This southwestern cutie has a plunging neckline and forgiving elastic waist so it could fit a variety of sizes, depending on how loose (or tight) you like to roll. Current bid on eBay is $15. Click on the images below to see the seller’s listing.
Mod Uniform
This week we are at full attention for this 1960s to 1970s green mini dress with fantastic buttons, deep patch pockets, and red trim. Sold by GoodTimeIsland on etsy for $55. Click on the images below to see the seller’s listing. At ease, soldier.
Featured Seller: Vintage Eyewear
Warby Parker has done a lot for people that are both visually impaired and into vintage style. And their flat fee pricing (only $95 a pair) is quite revolutionary in the vision correction biz. However, if you prefer authentic vintage frames as opposed to vintage-inspired frames, you can spend hours combing through junk on eBay and etsy or you can visit one of our favorite sources for optical quality vintage frames, Thayer Eyewear.
Thayer specializes in carefully curated 1950s cat eye glasses, 1960s squared zyl, rhinestone and embellished frames, high quality American and European frames from the 1800s to the 1990s, as well as dead stock ready-to-wear sunglasses. While some of Thayer’s stock is used, they also carry tons of dead stock/never worn frames, many of which are priced under $100.
Below are some of our favorite vintage frames as seen on Thayer Eyewear’s etsy storefront this week. Click on each image below to see the individual listing.
Vintage 1960s futuristic squared zyl frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $68.50.
Vintage 1950s rare and unique hand made cat eye frames with boomerang brass studs from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $214.50.
Vintage 1950s to 1960s translucent amber tortoise frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $62.50.
Vintage 1970s dead stock never worn amethyst quartz striped oversized frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $46.50.
Vintage 1960s oversized space age mod frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $50.
Vintage 1960s dead stock slim horn rim frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $92.50.
Vintage 1970s LANVIN black and white oversized frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $57.50.
Vintage 1970s faux tortoise tiger stripe frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $36.50.
Vintage 1960s dead stock almond-shaped tortoise frames from THAYEReyewear on etsy. $43.50.
Vintage Halston
“Vintage Halston” may be my most favorite combination of words ever. In fact, if I were into role playing it would probably be my safe word. This week we found this rare 1970s Halston aubergine wool and silk caped gown from the label’s 1976 collection. Offered by jayparkinson on etsy. Click on the image below to see the listing.
Splendor in the Grass
This week we found a vintage 1970s “komodo” jumpsuit from TheyRoaredVintage on etsy for $48. There are so many different ways you could change the look of this outfit. Add a belt or a floppy hat. Maybe tights for the evening. Click on the image below to see the seller’s listing.
Three Plus One
It can be challenging to find great vintage pieces to fit every shape, which makes the three dresses below even more special. The first one is a 1970s-era silk brocade frock from Geoffrey Beene‘s Boutique label so you know it’s expertly crafted. The shirtwaist bodice and a-line skirt would be flattering on just about any body shape and the extra-long ascot can be tied in numerous ways. And check out those amazing rhinestone studded buttons! Such great details here, which is to be expected from this vintage boutique label (41″ bust, 34″ waist).
And below the Geoffrey Beene is a vintage 1960s butterscotch and black plaid jersey dress with neck tie (42″ bust, 36″ waist, 41″ hips).
Finally, we have an adorable powder blue mod day dress with a square neckline and decorative buttons (38″ bust, 34″ waist, 40″ hips).
Click on the images below to see the actual listings.
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