Fresh Vintage Mega Edition August 11 to 31, 2011

OK, I admit it, I got a little behind... But that means I get to show you a lot of fabulous goodies from VFG's trade members!

First up, Crinoline Girl always has some amazing undergarments, including this rare spoon busk corset, already snapped up by a speedy shopper.

Past Perfect Vintage recently listed this lovely 1850s mid-Victorian bonnet.

Meanwhile, Denisebrain auctioned off this 1940s suit, hat, and suede gloves, all in purple.



If you're considering a vintage wedding, you'll want to check out this liquid satin 1940s wedding gown at Some Like It Vintage

Bijou Vintage just sold this early 1950s Trifari pin

This teens/Edwardian embroidered dress is from Vintage Devotion

This chic 1940s velvet hat with feather accent is a new listing at Morning Glorious

This fun 1980s party dress is available from Circa Vintage, one of our Australian members.

And Another Time Vintage, aka BetteBeGood, recently listed this 1930s woven belt with art deco buckle

Whew!! We're caught up on Fresh Vintage highlights. If you want to catch all the offerings before they're sold, check out this week's Fresh forum thread

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!