Get the Look: The Hollywood Bombshell—The VFG Fashion Parade for the week of December 30, 2024

[denisebrain]

Get the Look: The Hollywood Bombshell

Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to dazzle! This week's Vintage Fashion Guild parade celebrates the enduring allure of the Hollywood Bombshell! From the platinum blonde siren Jean Harlow who ignited the archetype, to the iconic Marilyn Monroe and Rita Hayworth of the 40s and 50s, and beyond to stars like Jayne Mansfield, Dorothy Dandridge, Ava Gardner, Elizabeth Taylor and Sophia Loren, the Bombshell's influence on fashion remains undeniable. Their curves, their confidence, and their glamorous style defined an era.

And guess what? Fashion's full circle! As current trends move away from oversized silhouettes and embrace a more sculpted, hourglass figure, we're seeing a triumphant return to the Bombshell aesthetic. So prepare to be swept away by the timeless elegance and breathtaking beauty of these magnificent women and the vintage creations that capture their essence. Let the parade begin!

 

[Shusteroo]

Coming soon to my shop...

ALAIN PIERIMARCHI Monte Carlo 90s/Y2K Rare Bronze Black Statement Collar Bombshell Wiggle Dress

Vintage 80s does 50s Invite Blue Embellished Lace Scoop Back Wiggle Dress


WHISTLES 80s/90s Deep Red Satin Strapless Bombshell Cocktail Dress

 

[BlackLotusVintage]

VINTAGE 50s Double Collar Navy Blue Wool Gabardine Skirt Suit by Lilli Ann​

VINTAGE 90s Purple Strapless Mermaid Formal Dress by After Six
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VINTAGE 90s Y2K Brown Velvet Formal Dress with Beading by JS Boutique
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VINTAGE 80s Black Metallic Glitter Film Noir Dress by Hearts​

VINTAGE 50s Rayon Velvet Wiggle Dress with Bow Detail
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[BonniesVintageClothesLine]

Vintage 1960s Mr Kal Gold Metallic Brocade Cocktail Wiggle Dress



Vintage 1960s Mr. John Jr. Puffy Bubble Toque Hat Black and Gold Satin


And, modeled by my Jean Harlow mannequin.........

Vintage 1940s-50s Colby Black Wool Felt Picture Hat Open Crown

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

1950s Bombshell Dress Black Beaded Gown Town and Travelwear Waldorf Astoria

1940s Bombhell Dress Black Tulle Halter Neck Size M

1950s Cocktail Dress w Jacket Rust Orange Taffeta Size S

1970s Black Silk Chiffon Gown by William Travilla

1970s Disco Dress Black Polyester w Crisscross Silver Back Straps Size M

 

[thespectrum]

Vintage 50s Hattie Carnegie Rhinestone Dangle Earrings​

Vintage 50s Brilliant Clear Rhinestone Pin and Earrings Set​

From my sold archives
1957 sarong evening dress uncut pattern

Two 1980s bombshell dresses

 

[Ranch Queen Vintage]

1960s ESTEVEZ Thai Silk Wiggle Dress with Cut-Out Bodice

1950s Clear Crystal Embellished Spring-o-lators, US Size 7

1960s Sequin Knit Shell

1980s Travilla Crystal Embedded Wool Hourglass Jacket

1980s Beaded Ruched Jersey Special Occasion Dress

 

[vintagedevotion]

Vintage 50s Black Cocktail Dress Shelf Bust Rhinestones Lace Back Bow with Long Tails & Pockets​

Bombshell Vintage 50s Swimsuit by Jantzen Black with Red Diving Girl & Button Tabs​

 

[The Vintage Merchant]

Now available at The Vintage Merchant, this beautifully draped empire dress with satin trim. B36

 

[MagsRags]

At MagsRags.net

50s Hawaiian sarong dress by Koaloha


60s silk floral walking-away dress


50s semisheer strapless nightgown by Rojene


60s fully sequinned sheath dress


And a fringed bodice mankiller sheath dress

 

[Leisa]

Every Bombshell needs her Bling!
Photos are clickable.

Vintage 1980s doing 50s Clear Rhinestone Leaf Brooch Bright Silver Tone Metal



1950s Milk Glass Ear Climbers with clear glass rhinestones.



Vintage 1970s Shoulder Duster 4" Long Clear Rhinestone Pierced Earrings


From my personal collection. This was my Mama's. I don't have very much of her jewelry left, but this will stay with me forever.
1950s Clear Baguette Choker necklace - rhodium plated - unsigned.

 

[Karen's Fashion Backward Shop]

Coming soon to my Etsy shop ...

80s/90s SCOTT McCLINTOCK Glitter Spangled Black Jersey Gown with Plunging Cowl Back and Crisscross Rhinestone "Straps"; size 8

80s Unbranded Black Crepe Gown with Diagonal Blue-Faced Cutwork and Bead Trim; size 8

80s/90s STENAY Black Silk Wiggle Dress with Multicolor Fireworks Bead/Sequin Trim; volup size 14


And two favorites from my sold archives ...

80s BARBARA BARBARA of CALIFORNIA 30s Inspired Wiggle Dress with Patchwork Jungle Cat Print

80s NOLAN MILLER Black Heavily Embellished Dynasty-Style Evening Jacket

 

[denisebrain]

50s Black Lace with Taffeta Stripes Sheath Dress ​

50s Black Sheath Dress with Rhinestone Studded Straps by Emil of California​

50s Black Silk Sheath Dress Covered in Black Sequins by Miss James​

 

[Cestsibon]

Nothing like Film Noir Glamour with cut-outs or peek-a-boo!

 

[Leisa]

Nothing like Film Noir Glamour with cut-outs or peek-a-boo!

This makes me want to break out the sewing machine. Fabulous!

 

[susiesboutiquecloths]

Available in my Etsy shop at susiesboutiquecloths now! Black va va va voom!

 

[Alleycats]

Vintage 60s Wedge Heel Gold and Silver Mules by Penaljo​

Vintage 1980s Raspberry Jersey Knit Draped Gown​

Vintage 50s Sterling Silver Feather Brooch and Matching Earrings by Beau Sterling​

Vintage 1930s Silver Peeptoe Evening Sandals by Middle Towners​

 

[AuntBeezAttic]

Oscar night circa 1980's! Glam to the Max! Gold silk gown covered in gold metallic sequin and beads, made in India by Elegance by Anujan.

 

[BlackLotusVintage]

Available in my Etsy shop at susiesboutiquecloths now! Black va va va voom! View attachment 196487View attachment 196486

Oooh la la!!!!

 

[BlackLotusVintage]

Oscar night circa 1980's! Glam to the Max! Gold silk gown covered in gold metallic sequin and beads, made in India by Elegance by Anujan. View attachment 196527

Now that is a trophy dress!!! Holy Cow!