Fresh Vintage, The Catch Up Edition: Sept 15 - Oct 12 2011

That's catch up, not ketchup! Most of the delay was yours truly getting a bit under water. No excuses, just a fabulosity filled look at the last three week's worth of Fresh Vintage.

It's cashmere sweater weather, and this Dalton is a sweet one, offered by Bijou Vintage

Joules recently listed this cherry red 60s veleveteen coat by Marguerite Rubel.

This 50s cocktail dress is plus sized - check it out at Vintage Visage

Linn has some beautiful vintage jewelry listings newly posted at Linnscollection.com, including these emerald and peridot rhinestone eaarings by Juliana

The Merchants of Vintage recently listed several vintage designer goodies, including this 80s Kenzo skirt.

Another Time Antiques added this 50s suede narrow brimmed fedora to her shop, complete with its original box.

This spectacular Pucci evening dress is among the newest offerings at Viva Vintage.

A fabulous example of 1950s designer couture, this Pierre Balmain undergarment (can we say underwear as outerware?) can be found at Poppys Vintage

And The Spectrum recently added this adorable 1940s full skirt to her available wares.

That's it for now. To see all the new listings shown previewed over these past three weeks, head over to the Vintage Fashion Guild forums and go to the Sneal Previews section. Happy shopping!

*Fresh Vintage* January 13 - 27

Every week VFG trade members offer a sneak pick at their newest (and most fabulous) listings. I've gotten a bit behind, so this will combine two weeks worth of Freshness into one blog post.

Tangerine Boutique recently listed this 1950s red tulle gown, perfect for a Valentines ball.

Next up, a 1920s child's cloche hat and unworn laceup child's high top shoes, sold separately at Another Time's Artfire studio, BettesBargains

MetroRetroVintage is offering this charming 30s football pin, made of wood and bakelite.

This sweet striped silk blouse is also from the 1930s and can be found at Circa Vintage's new website

Another Valentines day possibility is this cute 1960s mod zipfront dress from VintageFray

And another wonderful vintage hat, this emerald green 1940s slouch hat, a new find at Alley Cats Vintage

As always, there's more great new vintage on display every day at the Vintage Fashion Guild forums. Drop by and check it out!

*Fresh Vintage* December 16 to 23rd

More Fresh Vintage, offering a few highlights of recently listed goodies from VFG's trade members!

TheSpectrum listed this wonderful 1940s dress pattern last week - the striped version is especially nice.

Sweet cream! A pretty 60s beaded sweater, new at Miss Proper's shop.

And an amazing blue velvet 1930s gown, offered by AmandainVermont

Other highlights of the week's Fresh Vintage thread can be seen by clicking on the title of this post - check out the Hermes scarf, 50s party dress made from scottie dog brocade, sterling and abalone bracelet and more!

Vintage Wedding Dresses

Most of us who sell vintage clothing have handled at least a few wedding gowns. They generally involve a huge amount of work to list and understandably, the buyer expects everything to be perfect. I now tend to steer clear of wedding dresses, so was not overly excited when a woman asked if I would like to look at her mother's dress. However, it dated from the 1930's, a wonderful time for gowns. I made the trip to her home and was I ever surprised. It was a glamorous blue velvet gown and the owner knew the date of the wedding - Jan. 22, 1938.



1930's Blue Velvet Wedding Dress

Naturally I asked the woman why her mother chose blue velvet and she answered, "Because she was pregnant with me." It's a fabulous dress and the marriage lasted.

I have made several brides happy with their purchases, but I'd be surprised if this gown makes a second trip down the aisle.

Brides-to-be can have so much fun looking at the variety of vintage gowns. Here are a few of many offered by Vintage Fashion Guild members:


A 1918 Wedding Dress from Past Perfect Vintage




A 1920s Wedding Kimona from Dorthea's Closet



1920's Ivory Flapper Era Sheer Silk Chiffon Wedding Dress from Posh Girl Vintage





A Tea-Length Gown from the 1950s from Cherish The Bride





1970s White Cotton & Lace Dress from Retro Dress

Gothic Romance ~ All VFG Treasury

'Gothic Romance' by thespectrum

Romancing the goth... from the Vintage Fashion Guild!

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Antique Victoria Er... treasureturf $150.00	Vintage 60's MO... Catbooks1940s $185.00	Vintage 20s Black S... VintageFanAtti... $135.00	NEW ROMANTIC Vintag... FastEddiesRetr... $60.00
Vintage 70s Fly-Awa... bigyellowtaxiv... $36.00	Antique Cut Steel S... anothertimeant... $22.50	Avant Garde 80s Vel... yosemitevintag... $65.00	80s Vintage Black V... MagsRagsVintag... $50.00
CREAM WHITE LEATHER... hipvintageclot... $59.00	Black net lace flou... kickshaw $15.00	Dramatic Black Chif... PleasureQueen $158.00	1960s black BEADED ... VintageFray $24.00

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*Fresh Vintage* Sept 23 - 29th

Every week, the VFG forums host a new edition of *Fresh Vintage* where Vintage Fashion Guild trade members post a tantalizing selection of their newest listings. It's a great way to get an early look at the best new vintage out there!

Here are a few highlights from this week’s Fresh Vintage thread. Enjoy!

First up, a 1920s beaded belt from Past Perfect Vintage

A blue 50s sweater with beaded peacock feather motif offered by Daisy Fairbanks

And a 50s tulle and taffeta gown from Denisebrain

Please visit this week's thread for more *Fresh Vintage*

June 14 Fashion Parade: Get the Look: Marilyn Monroe

June 14 Fashion Parade: Get the Look: Marilyn Monroe

The effortless sensuality, beauty and glamour that Marilyn exuded both on and off screen make her one of the greatest fashion icons of all.

Find her timeless style in vintage strapless and halter neck dresses, flirty swimsuits, sexy yet elegant fitted cuts, sparkling jewelry and beautiful shoes. Red, white, black, beige and gold are favorite Marilyn colors...and don't forget your red lipstick!

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

Vintage 1950s Blue Cotton Bombshell Halter Dress from POPPY'S VINTAGE CLOTHING

Vintage 1950s Foster Grant Cats Eye Sunglasses from PROPER VINTAGE CLOTHING

Vintage Hardy Amies Gold Tissue Lame Goddess Gown from DENISE BRAIN

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 JUNE 17TH *FRESH VINTAGE* EDITION

March 1 Fashion Parade *Vintage Red Carpet Glam*

March 1 Fashion Parade *Vintage Red Carpet Glam*

Do you have an event where you need to be positively breathtaking? Do like many Hollywood stars, and find a vintage gown for your big moment! VFG members will help you be stunning on your red carpet walk.


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

Vintage Pink and Magenta Ball Gown by Bill Blass from PAST PERFECT VINTAGE

Vintage Amber & Citron Rhinestone Demi Parure from A & J ESOTERICA

Vintage 1960's Red Beaded Evening Gown by Mandalay Creations from THE VINTAGE VORTEX

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 MARCH 4TH *FRESH VINTAGE* EDITION