Posts Tagged ‘sixties’
A Curated Collection of Vintage Turbans
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.
Earn Your Stripes
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.
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.
A Rare Courrèges Find
This week on eBay we found this immaculate vintage (late-1960s) “Couture Future” space age dress by André Courrèges. For the uninitiated, André Courrèges is the self-proclaimed inventor of the mini-skirt who launched his ultra-modern ‘Space Age’ collection in 1964 and went on to become one of the most copied fashion designers of all time. Read my earlier post about the designer here. Click on the images below to see the seller’s eBay listing.
Peter Pan Complex
Vintage 1960s navy blue mini dress trimmed with a prim Peter Pan collar and three demure buttons. Current bid on eBay is $32.99 and the auction ends in two hours. Click on the image below to see the full listing.
This Dress is a Hoot
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.
Sixties Goddess
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.
Micro Mini Mocha
This little number will take you from winter to spring and will be excited to see you when fall rolls around again. Vintage 1960s mocha tweed micro mini dress with zip front and pleated skirt. Current bid on eBay $26. Click on the images below to see the full listing.
Game, Set, and Match
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.
Lemon and Lace
Vintage 1960s shift dress with matching jacket in a lemony taffeta covered with white lace and finished with rhinestone encrusted buttons. Sold by dayglodiva on etsy for $58. Click on the images below to see the listing.
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