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Chasing Audrey Hepburn

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Vintage 1960s black wool felt hat with high crown and wide grosgrain hatband from StarletVintage on etsy. $68. Click on the images below to see the seller’s listing.

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March 17, 2012 at 4:43 pm

A Curated Collection of Vintage Turbans

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Modern men and women are privileged to have access to an infinite variety of hair products to manipulate sad tresses into any imaginable shape. But our brave predecessors had far fewer options. Back then, a bad hair day could ruin your week. Back then, fashion was the only cure for deadly hair. Hats, snoods, beanies, scarves, buckets (in a pinch), and yes…turbans.

We have for you this week an expertly curated collection of sensational vintage turbans, all available right now from various sellers on eBay and etsy. Click on each image below to see the actual listing.

And if you’re thinking, “there’s no way I could ever pull off a vintage turban!” you’re most likely correct. Only those who fully appreciate the exalted turban deserve to wear one. So march on, sister. March on.

Vintage 1960s two-tone chartreuse silk turban from pastique on etsy.

A pattern for a vintage 1930s crocheted fishnet turban from eStitches on etsy.

Vintage 1960s dramatic peacock turban from StelmaDesigns on etsy.

Vintage 1960s Christian Dior apple green pleated turban on eBay.

Glamorous vintage pink satin turban by Jeanne Lanvin Paris Castillo on eBay.

The Bacardi. A vintage 1960s sizzling silver turban from Luncheonettevintage on etsy.

Vintage 1960s Christian Dior pastel yarn cloud turban on eBay.

Vintage 1960s black and white pleated turban from AnaChronos on etsy.

Vintage Lily Dache pleated taffeta turban on eBay.

Vintage turban draped with feathers and sequined netting on eBay.

Vintage 1960s bold orange turban from RoadsLessTravelled2 on etsy.

Vintage Adolfo turban with pink polka dots from BoroughVintage on etsy.

Vintage 1950s to 1960s striking eggplant turban from RoadsLessTravelled2 on etsy.

Vintage 1960s mystere noir turban from MonDesirVintage on etsy.

Vintage Halston

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“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.

Written by Verdell

March 15, 2012 at 5:57 pm

Splendor in the Grass

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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.

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March 7, 2012 at 1:24 pm

Earn Your Stripes

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This week we found this perfect for summer, vintage 1960s mod/space age tent dress from hellhoundvintage on etsy. $100. Click on the image below to see the seller’s listing.

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March 5, 2012 at 12:50 pm

This Dress is a Hoot

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Vintage 1960s belted uniform-inspired shimmy dress with adorable owl belt buckle and buttons from mkmack on etsy. $63. Click on the images below to see the seller’s listing.

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February 27, 2012 at 10:45 am

Sixties Goddess

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This vintage cocktail dress is an elegant take on a Grecian goddess or Cleopatra gown. Vintage 1960s belted sheath dress with beaded and rhinestone encrusted gold lurex trim from TheVintageTrove on etsy. $198. Click on the image below to see the full listing.

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February 27, 2012 at 10:32 am

Whisky Girl

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I’m a whisky girl. Are you? This pair of earrings features antique brass backings and textile taken from a vintage novel. Click on the image below to visit the seller’s etsy storefront. $13.

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February 22, 2012 at 12:07 pm

Game, Set, and Match

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Sometimes matching is tacky but these vintage dresses with matching coats are the epitome of effortless style. Here are six favorites we found on etsy this week. Click on each image below to see the individual listing.

Vintage 1960s mod silver and aqua lurex dress with matching coat from missfarfalla on etsy. $115.

Vintage 1960s Lilli Ann couture label mini dress with matching coat from TimelessVixenVintage. $275.

Vintage 1960s pink chiffon beaded party dress with matching sheer jacket from voguevintage on etsy. $140.

Vintage 1960s navy blue wool dress with red trim and matching coat from SassySisterVintage on etsy. $114.

Vintage 1960s embossed cream and gold shift dress with matching coat from ladyscarletts on etsy. $127.50.

Vintage 1960s a-line wool dress and matching jacket from LeMollusque on etsy. $138.

Featured Seller: Bayan Hippo

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Bayan Hippo has developed a solid reputation as a purveyor of affordable, handmade fabric handbags and totes. I have purchased two bags from this seller in the past and will likely get another one soon. With the spring and summer months ahead, I’m leaning toward the “Sailor Tote Bag” below. Reviewers rave about how well-made these bags are and apparently the rope straps are super soft too. Now I just need to settle on a color.

Most of Bayan Hippo’s bags can be custom made-to-order in different sizes, colors, longer or shorter straps, etc. Click on the images below to visit Bayan Hippo’s etsy storefront.

Sailor Tote Bag made by bayanhippo on etsy. Available in red & white, navy blue & white, or yellow & white. $33.