February 2, 2015
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What event inspires women to wear the least practical, the pouffiest, the most froufrou of all frocks, not counting a royal wedding? Its the Academy Awards! But apparently, this is a more recent concept-some of the early dresses are more … Continue reading
January 30, 2015
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I re-watched the wonderful 1950 movie All About Eve last night. I just love the mature, bitchy, mesmerizing Bette Davis as Margo Chandler. And, eww, that simpering sycophant character Eve, creepily played by Anne Baxter, who schemes to take over Margo’s career and … Continue reading
January 29, 2015
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Bakelite bangles. They’re a pretty (and pretty collectible) type of vintage jewelry. How do you know it’s the real thing? Get used to handling some bakelite to get a sense of what you’re aiming for. That way, you can develop your senses and … Continue reading
January 21, 2015
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Why wear vintage? Meg over at the blog princess lasertron answers that question: It feels wonderful to own something unique. The joy of finding something you know you aren’t going to see anywhere else wearing will never go away for lovers … Continue reading