*Fresh Vintage* Oct 21 - 27

Fresh off this week's thread, enjoy a few of the newest listings from VFG members! A new *Fresh* thread starts every Thursday - visit early and visit often to get first chance at some wonderful goodies.

An amazing antique lace and mother-of-pearl fan, complete with its original Tiffanys box from Amanda in Vermont

This vivid pink and red houndstooth dress is a 1950s Anne Fogarty for Margot, offered by Daisy Fairbanks

And a sweet 70s dolly dress from Catwalk Creative

For more of this week's Fresh vintage, head to the VFG forum thread. See you next week!

December 21 Fashion Parade *Our Best to You*

December 21 Fashion Parade *Our Best to You*

Our Best to You

Members of the VFG show off the very best items in their stores

Find a great vintage selection among the VFG's members' offerings!

Circa 1895 Brown Silk Faille Day Dress with Lace Jabot and Leg-O'Mutton Sleeves from PAST PERFECT VINTAGE

Vintage 80s Victor Costa Strapless Black and Shocking Pink Evening Gown from CATSEYE VINTAGE

Vintage 50's Alberto Fabiani Black Velvet-Ribbon Full Evening Skirt from VINTAGE BAUBLES

You can find more fabulous vintage items from more sellers at the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!

See more vintage clothing and accessories at the *December 22nd VFG Fresh Picks of the Week*

Abraham Lincoln's Suit & Top Hat on Display

On the eve of the inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama, the National Museum of American History has re-opened and is featuring on display a suit and top hat owned and worn by our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln.

From the article on Yahoo...

"A black broadcloth suit and top hat worn by President Abraham Lincoln during his presidency is seen in an undated handout photo released by the Smithsonian Institution Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009. More than 60 objects from President Abraham Lincoln's life are going on display at the National Museum of American History days before President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration, which will echo themes from the 16th president".

Something pretty impressive to make plans to see if you are lucky enough to attend the inauguration!

Vintage in the News....Queen Victoria's Drawers

Queen Victoria's bloomers have sold for a whopping $9000 dollars at a central England auction today. From the Associated Press...

"The handmade knickers — which date back to the 1890s — bear the monogram "VR" for Victoria Regina. They are open-crotch style, with separate legs joined by a drawstring at the waist, a popular style in the late Victorian era.

The royal drawers belonged to a family in western England whose ancestor was a lady-in-waiting for the queen.

"These pants, considering their provenance and pedigree, are very exciting," Hanson said. "They are monogrammed and crested and we know that they are hers."

Also up for auction was Queen Victoria's chemise, with a 66-inch bust, sold for $8,000. Her nightgown sold for $11,000.

Read more HERE

No doubt several VFG sellers have similar Victorian Era whites available.....just without the royal provenance!