Ten essential vintage beauty products
March 11, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
There are thousands of brilliant cosmetics out there if you’re after the essential vintage feel, and more importantly, look. Martha Hayes has chosen ten of the best, so treat yourself!
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Five amazing vintage Forties platforms to buy right now
The platform is big news as far as current fashion trends are concerned, but vintage enthusiasts will know that the shoe was already hugely popular during the late Thirties and Forties. While they add the required amount of height, platforms are relatively easy to walk in and work for both daytime and evening wear. So here we have five pairs of amazing vintage Forties platforms all available to buy online right now.
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Ahoi captain: the best repro sailor dresses
February 17, 2010 by Lena · 5 Comments
Navy is a huge trend right now, and has been so periodically throughout the last century. Who could forget Twenties drop-waist sailorette dresses or the shoulder-padded navy power suits of the Eighties? If you would like to get your very own blue number but can’t find an original vintage dress – if you don’t want to go Eighties, vintage sailor dresses are hard to find – then here we have some great reproduction alternatives.
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An ode to vintage lingerie, just in time for Valentine’s Day
February 12, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
It’s official. QueensOfVintage.com writer Eleanor Claire Hilton Domm owns an inordinate amount of lingerie, and Valentine’s Day does not have much to do with it. A recent house move has opened a whole tin of mismatched buttons and far too many ‘the day can only get better’ vintage-inspired knickers. Her oh-so-pretty, delicate, silk Forties slips seem to have pipped the cloak jackets to the wardrobe post and she’s seriously contemplating therapy – to conquer her wonderfully odd addiction.
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Club Revolver Vintage predicts the 2010 fashion trends – the vintage way
February 10, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
When QueensofVintage.com asked us to predict a few 2010 fashion trends and present them in a vintage-inspired way—we were elated! As two vintage-loving dancing fools/friends-turned-biz partners behind Club Revolver Vintage (CRV)—we’re all about mixing new with old.
With the international fashion weeks about to kick off, here we have our low-down on what to wear in 2010.
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.
Five amazing Mad Men dresses to buy right now
January 27, 2010 by Lena · 4 Comments
Regardless of your favourite character or whether you are more of a Betty, Peggy or Joan, the fabulous early Sixties dresses that feature in drama Mad Men have pretty much everyone glued to the TV. If you’d like to dress like a Sterling Cooper employee yourself, here we have five fab dresses, all available online.
Top picks: five affordable vintage Twenties dresses available to buy now
January 12, 2010 by Lena · Leave a Comment
Modern flappers will know how hard it is to find Twenties dresses. Now almost 100 years old, many are damaged beyond repair, and those in good condition or with elaborate details can often fetch $3000 or more. QueensOfVintage.com has found five vintage Twenties frocks – some in perfect condition – that won’t break the bank.
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Favourite vintage sale finds
January 1, 2010 by Lena · 2 Comments
If you’re looking for a way of spending your Christmas money, look no further. The January sales have started early this year, and we’ve had a look around to bring you some great vintage items, all on sale and all available to buy online now.
Vintage winter hats
December 24, 2009 by Lena · Leave a Comment
For the average gal, winter time serves as a challenge in keeping up an authentic vintage style while dressing warmly to brave the elements. When temperatures drop, it’s time to break-out the angora sweater sets, wool stockings, and frock coats—but what about protecting your head and maintaining your hairstyle through icy winds and precipitation? Christie Craft takes a look at vintage winter hats.
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