I was thumbing through my Life & Style magazine last week, and I turned the page to see a “Who Wore It Best” section where these two actresses were wearing this blue, galaxy style dress from French Connection. I was suddenly struck with this déjà vue feeling as if I had seen this dress before. Where could it be from? I was soon able to use my mental recall skills, and find the dress I had been thinking of on none other than the very chic online vintage website ShrimptonCouture.com. The original dress is from the 1970’s and was made by Anne Klein for the collection.
This shorter tank version by French Connection is very similar. We all know that designers sometimes use vintage to inspire them, but where do you draw the line? Well, for all who are interested the rule of thumb is this: a pattern or print must be altered in 7 points of difference. These changes can include but are not limited to color, size, shape, placement, material, etc. How many changes can you point out on this dress?
Time is ticking! The spring edition of the Pier Antique Show is coming March 13 & 14th to the Manhattan pier 94. This event has become a real rite of spring passage for New Yorkers and visitors, who have already begun the count down to Daylight Savings Time. There is no better way to say goodbye to the dull winter and hello to spring that by sprucing up your home and wardrobe! Here you will find that amazing furniture piece that will stand out in a room, fabulous lighting, paintings, and home décor that really pop.
Vintage Shopping Guide founder Malie Bingham was a guest on the popular radio show The Clothes Line on February 22, 2010. The Clothes Line is hosted by Wardrobe Stylist Susan Kanoff and fashion designer Dayanne Danier. Listen in while the talk all about the thrill of the hunt for vintage clothing and accessories. Malie also gives advise on where to shop, what to look for, and how to sell your vintage items for maximum return.
I have written about the design duo Suzanne Clements and Inacio Ribeiro before. They are the designers behind Clements Ribeiro who often use vintage and antique trimmings to create their very unusual design collections.
