Archive for the ‘2011’ Category
A Creamy Crop of Capes
Get a replica of Kate Middleton's Angora wedding shrug on etsy. $190.
You don’t have to be royalty to drape yourself in a creamy confection like Kate’s. On etsy, “tvkstyle” will make you a replica of the duchess formerly known as Kate Middleton’s Angora wedding shrug for a pauper’s price. Let them eat cape! Capes. Ponchos. Swing coats. Shrugs. Shawls. Crochet. Knit. Angora. Wool. Fur. Leather. Fringe. Here are some of the best in creamy cover ups from eBay and etsy this week. Click on each image to go to the listing.
Oatmeal tweed acrylic cape on etsy. $61.
Vintage swing coat with kimono sleeves on eBay. Starting bid $9.99.
Lanvin cape with neck ruff detail on eBay. $967.
Creamy crochet cape on eBay. Buy it Now for $75 or make an offer.
Vintage sheer lace poncho on eBay. Current bid $10.49.
Vintage 1920s ostrich trimmed cape on eBay. $228.
Hand knitted mohair capelet by ufer on etsy. $49.
Vintage crochet caftan on eBay. Current bid $26.
Vintage cream cape on eBay. Buy it Now for $128.45.
Ultra soft tiered capelet by fashionknitwear on etsy. $92.
Handmade, oversized scarf with pompoms by tvkstyle on etsy. Merino wool blend. $130.
Hostess to the Max
The draped, Grecian-inspired maxi dresses of the 70s conjure scenes of Studio 54 and late night Tupperware parties. Some are ethnic flavored, some are disco ready. My grandmother called them “hostess gowns,” but then, she also chugged scotch and sodas in the afternoon and worked my poor grandfather into an early grave. As every hostess knows, emotional baggage is the perfect accessory for your vintage look.
Contrary to social norms, drinking your memories back into the dark recesses from whence they came does not need to be a drab affair, devoid of style. Wallowing in self-pity is, in itself, a special occasion. The dress code is tragic. The look is effortless.
Too hungover to shop? Not to worry. I have scoured eBay for some classic 70s looks that are sure to bring a little drama to your wardrobe. Click on the images below to see each listing. And call your sponsor.
Vintage cream cotton gauze maxi dress on eBay. Huge kimono sleeves and a half sash in back. Starting bid $14.99.
Vintage peach, sheer chiffon caped dress on eBay. Current bid $16.66.
Vintage caftan with angel sleeves and an empire drawstring waist on eBay. Buy it Now $149.99.
Vintage light plum chiffon maxi with caped sleeves on eBay. Current bid $13.50.
Vintage navy blue, tiered maxi dress with caped sleeves on eBay. Current bid $10.99.
Vintage pink maxi gown with fortuny pleats and sheer cape on eBay. Starting bid $14.99.
Vintage black goddess gown with fringe on eBay. Starting bid $14.99.
Vintage hot pink and orange tropical caftan on eBay. Starting bid $9.99.
Vintage dusty rose, Grecian goddess maxi gown on eBay. Buy it Now $75.
Vintage persimmon halter maxi gown on eBay. $95.
Vintage Grecian goddess maxi on eBay. Buy it Now for $138 or make an offer.
Vintage disco halter maxi dress with matching jacket on eBay. Buy it Now for $54.99 or make an offer.
Vintage Christian Dior cream lace maxi dress on eBay. Current bid $16.49.
Vintage sheer embroidered dress on eBay. Starting bid $9.99.
Vintage bronze gown with stunning draping. Current bid $42.28 on eBay.
Vintage one-shoulder, caped maxi dress on eBay. Buy it now for $95 or best offer.
Nautical Inspired Accessories
Pair the accessories below with some high waisted flares and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot for a nautical edge that won’t go overboard. Photo credit: Patrick Demarchelier for Catherine McNeil. Vogue UK, January 2010.
Since you’re going to be busy shopping for yachts, I have taken care of the accessory shopping for you. Here are some nautical inspired pieces I found on eBay and etsy today (click on each image to go directly to the listing):
Marc Jacobs strappy sandals on eBay. Starting bid: $24.99. Auction ends in 5 days.
Ms. Smith Summer Sail loop belt on etsy. By daniellehensley. $30.
Hello Sailor jersey infinity scarf on etsy. By remixedbyjacki. $15.
Betsy Johnson anchor bangle on eBay. Starting bid $39.99. Auction ends in just over 1 day.
Navy style shoulder/tote bag by meilingsketchbook on etsy. $65.
Vintage sheer navy dress, tunic, shawl or cover up on eBay. Current bid $14.99.
Get This Fall Look For Less
Sure, you could max out your platinum card on this Gucci jumpsuit ($1995) and fedora ($450) on gucci.com, or you could get the same look for less than a sushi dinner. Just click your gel polished index finger on my fancy images below. Now give your personal shopper some brown sugar. Photo credit: Sofia Sanchez and Mauro Mongiello for WSJ Magazine.
Dark cherry wool felt fedora on etsy. $25.
Vintage military style jumpsuit on eBay. $36.
Camel fedora with buckle on etsy. $29.
Vintage Liz Claiborne jumpsuit on eBay. With belt. $16.
Put a feather in your cap. $9.99 for 10 feathers and hat pins. eBay.
Fall 2011: Season of the Jagburn
The long, lean and glam looks of the 70s are back this fall, reminiscent of the golden age of Halston, Lanvin and Pucci. This look is less disco and more 1970s does 1940s Katharine Hepburn. Above photo credit: Sofia Sanchez and Mauro Mongiello for WSJ Magazine. Dolce & Gabbana fox fur jacket (price upon request), Giorgio Armani trousers ($1,050) and blouse ($1050), Missoni platform sandals ($880), Charvet scarf (price upon request).
You too can channel your inner Bianca Jagger or Katharine Hepburn or “Jagburn” this fall with men’s suit inspired pieces, a mile long scarf, high waisted trousers with pleats and a faux fur topper. Below are some 70s/40s inspired looks to get you started on your new fall wardrobe. Click on each image to see the listing.
Vintage pin striped jacket by Christian Dior on eBay. $150.
Vintage polyester suit on eBay. Starting bid $9.99.
Plaid chiffon scarf by WhiteMoth on etsy. $12.
Vintage wool trousers by ledoubleve on etsy. $40.
Vintage aqua draped evening gown by Miss Elliette on eBay. $39.
Vintage silver unicorn fur coat by xoUda on etsy. $38.
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