Berlin for vintage film enthusiats
March 7, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
Vintage film enthusiasts have a number of notable sights to explore in Berlin, after all the city was once the film capital of Europe. Our Berlin correspondent Holly has found the perfect sights for old-school movie lovers.
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Vintage must-know: Hollywood’s legendary costumier Adrian
March 4, 2010 by Admin · 3 Comments
Last year marked the 50th anniversary of the death of the remarkable Adrian Adolph Greenburg. Who I hear you say? Well think of some of your favourite celluloid moments from the Thirties and Forties and you can bet your Balenciagas that Adrian was the man behind the glamorous costumes. Katerina Vasiliou salutes this icon and his gorgeous gowns, and takes a look at some of his finest cinematic costume moments.
Vintage Oscar style – our favourite Academy Awards dresses
Preparations for the 82nd annual Academy Awards this weekend are well under way in Hollywood at the moment, and every actress nominated will have by now narrowed down her choice of dress. A vintage couture gown is the preferred choice for many - who could for example forget Julia Roberts’ vintage black and white Valentino dress. Here we take a look back at Oscar nominated ladies from the last few decades and their choice of dress. Who knows, we might be seeing similar gowns on the red carpet on Sunday!
Kings of Vintage: Get ship-shape with nautical vintage style
March 2, 2010 by George · Leave a Comment
From dockyard workers to Captain Cooks, the style of the mariner will always be a firm sartorial favourite among us vintage guys. Big ol’ beards, pea coats and smart navy uniforms; there’s a lot to choose from if you want to delve into the depths of nautical clothing. Steering clear of the murky waters of fancy dress, George Walker shows you Kings of Vintage how to get an authentic and yet wearable nautical look. Read more
Common people: we get inspired by everyday vintage styles
February 26, 2010 by Lena · 7 Comments
We love to swoon over the beautiful pictures of the silver screens stars of past eras and gasp at their perfectly coiffed hair and immaculate make-up. It’s all too easy to forget that, like today’s celebrities, they don’t represent a realistic image of the fashion or beauty of their times. That’s why QueensOfVintage.com has compiled a photo gallery of vintage pictures all depicting normal women. Let the common people of the Thirties, Forties and Fifties, the housewives, secretaries and teachers of the past, be our real style inspiration.
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Vintage swimwear and the Hollywood connection
February 20, 2010 by Admin · 2 Comments
Throughout the historical timeline of the swimwear industry there have been some groundbreaking designers who played a huge part in its evolution. Hollywood also had a starring role by greatly influencing public perceptions of style and ideals of glamour in swimwear. Vintage swimwear expert, Pam from Glamoursurf.com explains.
Add some glamour to Valentine’s with vintage bedwear
February 7, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
When it comes to being sexy the vintage way, being only a tad revealing and leaving much to the imagination is definitely the right approach. The glamorous vixens of the past would rather swish around in long nightgowns and luxurious bad jackets that would only hint at their curves than simply show them off.
If you would like to add some vintage glamour to your Valentine’s Day (and night) then here we have five amazing pieces of vintage bedwear, all available to buy now.
Vintage style icon: Mae West
February 3, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
Even if you know nothing about her life or career, you’ve probably spoken a line or two of hers. The lady in question is Mae West, possibly one of the most quotable actresses of all time. ” Is that a pistol in your pocket or are you just glad to see me?” she purred to an LA police officer in 1936, as he escorted her home from a railway station. “When I’m good I’m very good. When I’m bad I’m better” she wisecracked in I’m No Angel (1933).
Mae West was a dynamic performer, ever so slightly ahead of her time, keeping the censors busy and leaving the easily offended with plenty to shudder about throughout her days in the spotlight. Liz Kenny has this story.
Vintage wedding photo gallery
January 30, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
Vintage wedding photos are strangely fascinating. Not only give they great insight into bygone wedding traditions and fashion styles. They also capture an important, intimate moment in a person’s life, a moment of utter joy and happiness and sometimes of strange seriosness. QueensOfVintage.com has compiled a gallery of truly fascinating vintage wedding pictures.
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How to wear brogues without looking like your dad
January 20, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
Brogues are the perfect option for those wanting to inject a bit of smart vintage style into their look. If worn correctly, these shoes can bring an ideal balance of British eccentricity and timeless sophistication to your everyday outfit. Get it wrong, however, and you can end up looking like a kid dressed up in his dad’s shoes. George Walker is here to direct you kings of vintage to some fantastic brogue bargains and style inspirations.
