The principal wedding trend in the 1950s was the return of dignity; Elaborate church weddings were….. There was, at the time a strict code when it came to attire and dress. Formal attire befitti… more →
Covelli Boutique & Shoeswrote 3 weeks ago: Another beautifully designed frock from Mel’s great aunt’s collection today… This … more →
wrote 4 weeks ago: Dress from The Pretty Dress Company, shoes from New Look via Ebay, handbag from a vintage shop in Sy … more →
wrote 1 month ago: I have had this dress done for a few weeks now. I made this dress for Julia Bobbin’s Mad Men … more →
wrote 1 month ago: We had the opportunity to try out Cricut’s new Iron On Vinyl, and we absolutely love it! Holly … more →
wrote 2 months ago: Dress from Stop Staring, brooch from a vintage shop Working as an MC gives me an excuse to ge … more →
wrote 2 months ago: All these Items will be coming to the SOWA Vintage Market in Boston this weekend and can be found on … more →
wrote 2 months ago: This 1958 dress pattern caught my eye because of the bateau neckline, soft bodice pleats and the con … more →
wrote 2 months ago: Finally, the spring has arrived. I hate cold weather and snow. Snow looks beautiful, but here in the … more →
wrote 3 months ago: The sun has been out in London this week and it’s got me thinking about losing the winter wool … more →
wrote 3 months ago: I got this pretty new dress on Ebay the other day. I have plans to completely alter it as I love the … more →
wrote 3 months ago: I’m super excited to have finally completed my Tiki inspired dress! I do want to show you all … more →
wrote 3 months ago: Good Morning, I love a good themed party. I went to a couple last month and I have one this week whi … more →
wrote 3 months ago: http://www.etsy.com/listing/118306943/1950-vintage-shimmery-blue-dress-with?ref=sr_gallery_11&g … more →
wrote 3 months ago: A few bits and pieces I am planning to put in the shop this week! Enjoy! … more →
wrote 3 months ago: … more →
wrote 3 months ago: Ugh, I’m so mad. I uploaded this whole stupid post and it got deleted. WELL back to square one … more →
wrote 4 months ago: Helloooooo 2013! I hope everyone had a magical New Years! I’m feeling particularly positive ab … more →
wrote 4 months ago: Okay…so I whine a lot on this blog about not really being a good fit for vintage clothes. But, … more →
wrote 4 months ago: This pattern has three of my favourite dress features: a classic 1950s cut, contrasting colours and … more →