Posts Tagged ‘1960s’
One Wardrobe Essential
Earlier this month, Banana Republic and AMC debuted a Mad Men-inspired collection in collaboration with the show’s Emmy-winning costume designer Janie Bryant. The collection offers a modern take on 1960s style for both men and women.
With or without Janie Bryant’s help, a 1960s look is easy to pull off with a few basic pieces. One of the main staples of this look is a tailored lace shell, as pictured above left. Pair it with a pencil skirt or cropped cigarette trousers, throw a jacket over it for the office or dress it up with rhinestones for cocktails. Trust me, you will get a lot of mileage out of this piece.
You can go straight to Banana Republic’s website right now and buy this remake of a 1960s lace shell for $50, or you can pick up an original for much less. Below are some vintage and newer lace tops we found on etsy and ModCloth this week. Click on each image to see the full listing.
The Mad Men® Collection lace shell in cafe au lait from Banana Republic. $49.50.
New “Tank You So Much” top from ModCloth.com. $32.99.
Vintage black scalloped tank from ANNAKARINASCLOSET on etsy. $16.
Vintage 1960s sleeveless pink lace top from UpscaleVintage on etsy. $20.
Vintage 1960s sleeveless pointelle top from luxedebrisvintage on etsy. $16.
Vintage mint lace shell from thebagbasement on etsy. $24.
Vintage 1960s blush lace shell from sparvintheieletree on etsy. $24.
Vintage 1960s black lace shell from hipandvintage on etsy. $10.
Hand crocheted shell with matching cardigan from ragdollady55 on etsy. $20.
Vintage 1960s green lace shell from momodeluxevintage on etsy. $24.
Rear view, love the back zipper. Vintage crocheted shell from SoulshineVintage on etsy. $20.
Vintage white lace tank from heightofvintage on etsy. $18.
Vintage black lace top from bloomingleopold on etsy. $15.
Vintage 1960s hand made yellow lace top from JezebelsGypsyThread on etsy. $9.99.
Vintage cream floral lace shell from feedyourhead027 on etsy. $8.
Diminutive Dresses
My neighbor Bich Ngoc is a tiny Vietnamese woman. Not regular tiny. Like when she turns to the side, she disappears tiny. Shopping in the children’s section tiny. Anyway, you get it. She’s small. And because she is so miniscule, her fashion problems are often dismissed because small is viewed by most as an advantageous trait. Unfortunately for Bich Ngoc, few people (especially other women, rawr) have sympathy for her plight. That is, until now. Today, we are featuring a number of diminutive vintage dresses for women like Bich Ngoc, all in sizes extra small and smaller. And not just cute girly dresses, but sexy frocks to put a little sizzle on our lusciously lean ladies. Click on each image below to see the full listing.
Vintage 1960s celadon satin cocktail dress, size XXS-XS, from crushvintage on etsy. $64.
Vintage late-1950s Lanz navy party dress, size XXS, from coralvintage on etsy. $200.
Vintage 1960s mod cage dress, size XS-S, from Thrush on etsy. $118.
Vintage floral halter dress, size xxs, from bitterrootvintage on etsy. $28.
Vintage 1960s white party dress, size XS-S, from Thrush on etsy. $84.
Vintage 1950s mocha latte wiggle dress, size XXS-XS, from retrorocketgirl on etsy. $65.
Check out this sexy plunging halter dress. Vintage 1960s blue Hawaiian maxi dress, size XXS-XS, from CatseyeVintage on etsy. $125. Just marked down! 50% off!
If I were this size, this would be mine! Vintage 1960s mod dress, size XXS-XS, from michelleanna on etsy. $40.
Vintage 1960s black and gold cocktail dress from HepCatClothes on etsy, size XXS-XS. $185.
Vintage 1970s day dress, size XS, from vintagemarmalade on etsy. $46.
So sexy. I love the low back and fitted darts. Vintage tweed and raw edge black lace dress from Samlovesvintage on etsy, size 0. $89.
Vintage red dress, size XXS-XS, from JulesAtelier on etsy. $97.90.
Vintage 1960s silk brocade dress, so Mad Men, size XXS-XS, from leafpeoplevintage on etsy. $29.
Vintage 1950s chiffon secretary dress from VeriteVintage on etsy, size XXS-XS. $124.
Vintage 1970s pink sun dress, size XXS-XS, from HalfPastaFreckle on etsy. $28.
Vintage turquoise & white polka dot dress, size XXS-XS, from LolaJeanVintage on etsy. $40.
Vintage plaid mini-dress, size XXS-XS, from DiamondGraffiti on etsy. $12.
Vintage sweet eyelet sun dress, size XXS, from MsTips on etsy. $42.
10 Vintage Dresses Under $10
Simply 10 great vintage dresses for less than $10. Click on each image below to see the full listing.
Vintage 1970s blue plaid Peggy dress, size S-M, from bardotvintage on etsy. $9.99.
Vintage 1960s space age navy blue scooter dress, size L-XL. Current bid $9.99 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s op art geometric print dress, size L-XL. Current bid $9.99 on eBay.
Vintage orangey-red half sleeve turtleneck dress, size M. Current bid .99 cents on eBay.
Vintage 1970s secretary dress, size M/L, on eBay. Current bid .99 cents.
Vintage 1970s tropical floral black palm leaf dress. Current bid $4.99 on eBay.
So Built by Wendy. Vintage 1980s plaid mini-dress from vastlyvintagefrocks on etsy, size smallish. $9.99.
Vintage 1970s Gunne Sax calico dress, size M. Current bid .99 cents on eBay.
Vintage 1970s to early 1980s striped dress from DejaVuExperience on etsy. Size 8-ish. $9.99.
Vintage 1960s floral mini-dress from OhSweetJosephine on etsy. $9.99.
Vintage Tall Boots in Larger Sizes
For my sister, who has humongoloid feet (just kidding, just kidding), today we are featuring vintage (and new but vintage-y) knee-high boots in larger sizes for women. I wear size 8.5 to 9, so I tend to look for vintage shoes that measure about 10.25 to 10.50 inches from heel to toe and about 3.25 inches across. The boots listed here today are size 9.5 and larger. As vintage sizing can vary dramatically from modern sizing, don’t go by the size marked, look at the actual measurements. Click on each image below to see the full listing.
My sister’s feet, pictured above left. Look at them. Just look at them. Also, that’s my niece Devyn in the middle and me on the right.
Vintage 1970s merlot suede boots, size 9.5, from digvintageclothing on etsy. $57.
Vintage Bruno Magli crocodile embossed boots, size 39.5, on eBay. Starting bid $90.
Vintage suede buckle boots, size 9.5, on eBay. Starting bid $45.
Vintage 1970’s knee high leather boots, size 10.5, from FreestyleVintageCo on etsy. $55.
Vintage cranberry knee boots, size 40 or 9.5, from stellahsgroove on etsy. $60.
Vintage Italian tan leather boots, size 41, on eBay. $80.
Vintage 1980s gray leather boots, size 10, from 20twentyvintage on etsy. $62.
Vintage 1970s burgundy leather boots, size 10, from DecadesBaltimore on etsy. $60.
Vintage taupe leather knee boots, marked size 10, from shopgoodgrace on etsy. $33.
Vintage 1970s burgundy leather boots, size 9.5 or 40, on eBay. $47.
Vintage 1970s red leather boots, size 11, from Spelfenmeisje on etsy. $38.
Vintage suede flat boots, size 10, from FiregypsyVintage on etsy. $65.
Vintage fur lined moon boots, size 10, from artstylefashion on etsy. $50.
Vintage 1980s Gloria Vanderbilt bisque leather knee boots, size 10, from arabiannight on etsy. $52.
Vintage 1990s burgundy leather boots, size 11, from funkykittyvintage on etsy.
Vintage Westies boots, size 10, from TXvintagebootsshoes on etsy. $55.
Vintage 1960 to 1970s buttery platform boots, size 10, made in Brazil. $400 on eBay, or make an offer.
Vintage Aigner oxblood knee boots, size 9.5, on eBay. $125.
Vintage Italian suede boots, size 9.5, on eBay. $69 or make an offer.
New Twiggy London red suede boots, size 9.5, on eBay. $60.
New cayenne rain galoshes at modcloth.com, size 40. $50.
1966: Mod Men
The “Mad Men” season four finale was set in October 1965, so we can logically assume that the fifth season, premiering in March 2012, will be set in 1966, the same year a subway strike brought New York City to a standstill. I can’t wait to see how they integrate that into the show.
1966 was a year of ups. Inflation was up, race tensions were high, the war in Vietnam was escalating, hemlines soared, and the U.S. and Soviets were involved in a little space race to the moon. Up, up and away! 1966 also marked the year the Black Panther Party was formed and when feminists founded the National Organization for Women (NOW).
On the fashion front, 1966 was all about London’s Carnaby Street look. André Courrèges had recently invented go-go boots and the mini-skirt, Pierre Cardin was doing the space age thing and Twiggy, dubbed “The Face of 1966,” dominated fashion magazines.
This week, we are getting in the mod mood with some 1960s-flavored shoes and boots. Get them now before season five begins and you will be way ahead of the curve. Click on each image below to see the full listing.
Vintage 1960s space age white patent pumps on eBay. $75.
Vintage 1960s patent leather white and caramel shoes from whiteflufflyclouds on etsy. $46.
Vintage 1960s white buckle loafers on eBay. $35.
Vintage Florsheim white and brown leather loafers on eBay. $35.
Vintage 1960s CHRISTIAN DIOR mod gladiator heels on etsy. $178 or make an offer.
Vintage 1960s white patent mary janes from DJVintage on etsy.
Vintage 1960s white patent leather heels from salvagehouse on etsy. $20.
Vintage 1960s beige patent leather heels from 101Vintage on etsy. $19.
Vintage new old stock 1960s white patent leather loafer pumps from llandr on etsy. $34.
Vintage “Joyce of California” white leather mary janes on eBay. $45.
Vintage dead stock 1960s mod white shoes with tassel. $50 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s NEVER WORN navy blue patent loafers from Mirror Mirror Boutique. $70.
Insta-gators! Transform your shoes into go-go boots. Vintage 1960s black vinyl go-go stockings from snapitupvintage on etsy. $110.
Vintage 1960s mod leather boots, made in Brazil. From suffer4fashionvintag on etsy. $50.
Jones New York off-white square toe ankle boots on eBay. Current bid $7.99.
Vintage 1960s go-go boots on eBay. $50 or make an offer.
Vintage 1960s white vinyl go-go boots from alfa3 on etsy. $90.
Vintage Twiggy white patent leather short boots from GreatShoesandBags on etsy. $60.
Vintage 1960s red patent go-go boots from Mirror Mirror Boutique. $65.
PRADA black leather mid-calf boots on eBay. $170 or make an offer.
Vintage 1960s gold metallic stretch boots from hillbillyfilly on etsy. $72.
Vintage 1960s dead stock go-go boots from snapitupvintage on etsy. $158.
Vintage 1960s white patent gladiator boots from retrothreadz on etsy. $300.
Vintage 1970s cream stretch vinyl go-go boots on eBay. Buy it Now for $9.99.
Vintage 1960s white leather cutout boots from sadiedeluxe on etsy. $165.
Vintage 1970s navy blue stretch vinyl go-go boots on eBay. Buy it Now for $9.99.
Vintage 1960s golden metallic go-go boots from retrothreadz on etsy. $125.
Rubber Sole
Thanks to the Freedom of Information Act, anyone with an Internet connection and an abundance of free time can visit the FBI’s website and read through their lengthy dossier on The Beatles. Did you know John Lennon and Yoko Ono were almost deported? With so much information available on the Internet these days, you would think more men would know where to find a nice pair of vintage Beatles boots. Nope.
After our feature on vintage leather jackets for men, we received numerous inquiries about vintage leather boots for men. To answer your demands, below we have assembled a collection of some of the finer 1960s to 1970s-era ankle boots found on eBay and etsy this week. Click on each image to see the full listing.
Vintage Bugatti black leather ankle boots from dangermanagement on etsy. $65.
Vintage 1960s caramel leather boots from oldgoldvintage on etsy. $48.
Brand new white leather Elvis boots on eBay. $120.
Vintage 1960s shiny black leather boots from hotshiznik on etsy. $55.
Swinging 1960s brown leather boots on eBay. $360 or make an offer.
Vintage “Bally of Switzerland” espresso ankle boots from dahlilafound on etsy. $69.
Vintage 1960s mod black leather boots. $50 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s mod oxblood boots from jcarrillo1189 on etsy. $90.
Vintage 1960s new old stock leather ankle Boots from RaleighVintage on etsy. $58.
Vintage black leather boots from lifesprototype on etsy. $45.
Vintage Mario deGerard brown leather ankle boots. $150 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s whiskey leather ankle boots from NestEggVintage on etsy. $46.
Vintage 1960s white leather boots from dragonflyonbrady on etsy. $50.
Vintage 1960s cognac leather boots from perniejaynevintage on etsy. $48.
Vintage 1970s olive green leather ankle boots from MariesVintage on etsy. $65.
Vintage reddish-brown leather ankle boots from rabbitboxer on etsy. $42.
Vintage Dingo cream leather boots with Cuban heel. $80 on eBay.
Vintage Florsheim brown ankle boots on eBay. Current bid $24.99.
Vintage Florsheim black leather boots from valeriemiracle on etsy. $22.
Can’t decide? Here’s a mixed lot of vintage boots from InSearchOf on etsy. $250.
Fashion Files: André Courrèges
André Courrèges, self-proclaimed inventor of the mini-skirt, launched his ultra-modern ‘Space Age’ collection in 1964 and went on to become one of the most copied fashion designers of all time. A former civil engineer, Courrèges’ clothes were sharp, angular and mathematically designed. His clean-cut collection included trouser suits with immaculately cut straight legs and streamlined jackets. The look was created using heavyweight gabardines and other heavy fabrics to maintain a rigid structure. He also employed PVC, metal and plastic in many of his designs.
Today, vintage Courrèges pieces from the 1960s are rare and can sell for hundreds of dollars. Below are some vintage Courrèges items found on eBay and etsy this week. Click on each image to see the full listing.
Courrèges red wool gabardine mini-dress, 1964. Photo credit: Victoria & Albert Museum. Dress donated by Stavros Niarchos.
Vintage Courrèges “Eskimo” sunglasses. Current bid $162.47 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s Courrèges Sunkist orange PVC jacket from TimelessVixenVintage on etsy. $550.
Vintage Courrèges cap toe patent gogo boots from pamcoco on etsy. $335.
Vintage Courrèges lavender a-line dress from vintagedresscloset on etsy. $395.
Vintage Courrèges purple PVC vest by pamcoco on etsy. $525.
Vintage Courrèges dress with mesh back from violentvintage on etsy. $390.
Vintage 1960s Courrèges structured jacket from EndlessAlley on etsy. $110.
Mod Courrèges orange vinyl wallet from snapitupvintage on etsy. $175.
Vintage Courrèges modernist earrings from popgoesmyvintage on etsy. $40.
Vintage Courrèges black vinyl purse from snapitupvintage on etsy. $285.
Vintage Courrèges “Futur Couture” dress. $690 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s Courrèges ivory wool and mohair dress from thriffany on etsy. Also available in black. $250.
Vintage 1960s Courrèges navy blue handbag from TheMysteryDrawer on etsy. $150.
Vintage Courrèges stamped enamel necklace. $95 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges sheer sweater from violentvintage on etsy. $120.
Vintage Courrèges sweater with drawstring waist. $109.99 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s Courrèges silk scarf. $160 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges “Sport Futur” dress. $213.34 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges sunglasses frames on eBay. $85.
Vintage Courrèges Hyperbole wool jacket. $699.95 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges sculptural sunglasses. $980 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s Courrèges cashmere blend turtleneck sweater. $70 on eBay.
Vintage Essentials for Men
When you combine a bad ass vintage leather jacket with the intoxicating scent of aloofness, it’s like pouring pheromones all over your body. But first, you need to find the right jacket. Therein lies the dilemma. Scoping vintage clothing requires patience and focus. The kind that comes with dos equis chromosomes. But fear not my comrades, for I am here to help you.
There are a number of ways you can go with a vintage leather jacket. Café racer, Brando, bomber, Fight Club, safari, Members Only, blazer, Donnie Brasco, pimp. I tend to prefer the belted spy or military styles. However, that length can be difficult to pull off for some. Consider what length best fits your body type. Resist the urge to buy a roomy jacket. Fit is everything. A guy in a slouchy or boxy leather jacket just looks awkward. Buying online is tricky, so know your measurements. You can also measure a jacket you currently own (one that fits well) and use that as a guide. I like honey, cognac or caramel browns over black. Below are some of the best vintage leather jackets for men we found on eBay and etsy this week. Click on each image below to see the full listing.
Vintage 1970s belted leather jacket, size 38. $96 on eBay.
Vintage brown leather flight jacket, size 38. $59.99 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s, dark brown leather jacket, size 38-40. $129.99 on eBay or make an offer.
1970s Vintage safari jacket with four patch pockets, size 38. $50 on eBay.
Burnt sienna leather jacket from apocalypsevintage on etsy. $65.
Vintage 1960s or 1970s brown leather jacket, size 40. $68.95 on eBay or make an offer.
Vintage brown leather jacket with zipper pockets, size M. $69.99 on eBay or make an offer.
Vintage light blue, mod leather coat, size M. $99 on eBay or make an offer.
Vintage 1970s or 1980s burnt sienna jacket from StuckOnVintage on etsy. $56.25.
Vintage black, safari-style leather coat, size 40. $130 on eBay.
Vintage burnt orange leather jacket, size 44. $55.24 on eBay.
Tailored vintage rusty brown leather coat, size 36. $78.12 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s, ochre brown leather jacket from icouldbegoodforyou on etsy. $110.
Vintage brown leather coat with woven detail, size 40. $180 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s dead stock, gray leather jacket, size M. $199 on eBay.
Vintage dark reddish-brown leather coat with shearling collar and lining, size 38-40. $140 on eBay or make an offer.
Vintage 1980s light brown leather blazer, size 40. $38 on eBay.
Vintage light brown leather jacket, size 38. $159.99 on eBay or make an offer.
Beat It! Vintage 1980s red leather jacket from 86Vintage86 on etsy. $68.
The Long View
Here on the blog, we like our handbags long and strong and we’re down to get the friction on (apologies to Sir Mix-a-Lot).
Sometimes, a handbag is just a handbag. Nothing more than a utilitarian vessel for your crap. Sometimes they are status symbols, carried by it girls and celebrities and coveted by the middle class. Then there are the rare ones. So astonishing on their own, they become part of the outfit.
I own such a handbag.
At an imposing 22 inches in length, my vintage black leather clutch, with its brass frame and sleek, single compartment, is the first to arrive at the party and the last to leave. One does not take this purse out on the town, the purse takes you.
It’s not easy to find an impressive specimen like mine on the Internet. If you’re in the market for an extra long purse that will command a room, you can’t really search for purses by length, it’s tedious. And length is not just important here. It’s everything. The handbags you browse must be 14 inches or longer. 16 to 18 inches is ideal. For maximum drama, 20+ inches is the holy grail. And rare. If you find one, buy it. Immediately. You’re not searching for shoulder bags here. You want clutches, envelope purses, baguettes. Vintage categories will produce better results.
To help you along on your quest, below I have assembled the results of my latest extra-long handbag search. Click on each image to see the full listing.
22 inches! Incredible vintage burgundy clutch on eBay. A rare find. $99.
19 inches! Vintage black patent super long clutch from NanasMercantile on etsy. $47.50.
18.5 inches. Vintage tapestry clutch on eBay. $45.
16 inches. Vintage 1960s exquisite white clutch from ayek8 on etsy. $24.
17 inches. Vintage 1970s extra-long silver clutch with purple lining on eBay. $16.95.
16 inches. Vintage 1950s to 1960s Cadillac clutch from gokittengo77 on etsy. $24.
18 inches. Vintage, light yellow, woven (possibly silk) purse with plaid interior from dancingwindcreations on etsy. $40.
15 inches. Vintage 1950s dark brown elongated clutch from theswankyfox on etsy. $18.
14.5 inches. 1970s beige foldover clutch from rockthisvintage on etsy. $20.
14 inches. Vintage 1960s black patent leather zippered envelope by anewlife on etsy. $28.
14.5 inches. Vintage 1960s white clutch from charlialana on etsy. $16.
14 inches. Vintage 1960s brown vinyl handbag from newtovous on etsy. $34.99.
16 inches. Vintage 1950s oversized clutch from shhbang on etsy. $60.
18 inches. Vintage extra-long carpetbagger clutch from diddle47 on etsy. $35.
Mod. Pants. Suit.
I’ll never forget the first time I gazed upon this mod pants suit. All at once I knew I had to have it, and at the same time, I knew that it could never be.
Mod. Pants. Suit.
An ivory, wool knit pants suit adorned with gold paillettes. Immaculate vintage condition.
Mod. Pants. Suit.
There’s a moment in every girl’s life when she asks herself, “can I pull this off?” It is in that very moment that a girl becomes a woman.
Mod. Pants. Suit. $40 on etsy. Click on the image above, if you dare.
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