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I love peplums! Currently available: Late 40s Black Rayon Ruched Peplum Dress with Dolman Sleeves My own 40s rayon dress My vote is always for 1940s peplums, but besides those from the 80s, there's also a case to be made for 50s peplums! Here are a couple prior-solds Lace and taffeta...

As one old saying goes, “There is nothing new under the sun.” And that applies to peplums – flared pieces of cloth that are sewn into the waistline of a garment to accentuate an hourglass figure or add a bit of flounce and frill. The style is thousands of years old and originated with a short...

Diane Love: Trifari After Alfred Philippe (written by VFG Member Janine Shaw @Distantdetails, with input from Love herself) is new in the VFG Blog today. https://vintagefashionguild.org/blog/diane-love-trifari-after-alfred-philippe/ Great work Janine—this is fascinating!

Welcome Regina!!

This week's parade video is up! Thank you all who joined in this week!

It's really cute and has a some nice attributes in my opinion. All cotton is great; the puffed sleeves, the lace-up front and low scoop neck, the flaring skirt with a ruffled flounce...I don't know the age, but it reminds me most of a short version of mid to late 70s fashions in the U.S. It also...

This is a really good one! "Don’t be alarmed if there’s no brand/maker tag. “There is a wonderful resource called the Vintage Fashion Guild that can help you identify and date vintage clothes,” says Dumas. “Also, so many pieces were hand-tailored, especially evening gowns, with no tags at all.”...

70s Long Dress with Heart Buttons and a Heart-flower Print A few from the archives: 70s Cherry & Heart Print Silk Dress by Saz Boutique Surjit and Adarsh Gill 50s Broken Heart Felt Hat 70s-80s Huge Golden Bamboo Heart "Love" Pierced Earrings Just added to my shop: 50s Valentine...

In Love With Hearts With Valentine’s Day approaching, now is the perfect occasion to celebrate love in all its forms. Hearts have long been a symbol of love and emotion, and in fashion they evoke a sense of playfulness and charm. From whimsical prints to intricate heart-shaped accessories, the...

Good acknowledgement from Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lakyncarlton/post/DFMZR_6xlh3

Is it a silk scarf?

Thanks all!

One more: Flawed but fabulous Lilli Ann coat on eBay auction

There are so many wonderful period ads for Lilli Ann to be seen, but I haven't been able to spot this coat. Would you date it to the late 1940s or 1950s? It might not matter too much, but I'm curious. It's wool gabardine.

May we see the whole garment please?

60s Cream Hand Decorated Iridescent Sequins and Beads Knit Top 50s Beaded Cream Cashmere Cardigan Sweater by Altmann of Vienna

Wow, what a fascinating career! So glad you're here Abigail! Welcome to the VFG

Authentic 1920s Navy Tweed Wool Coat 70s Cream Wrap Coat Made in England of Cozy Llama Fleece 50s 60s Black Winter Weight Wool Bengaline Coat Big Rhinestone Buttons 70s White Faux Fur Back Belted Peacoat Jacket 70s Light Brown Fine Suede Leather

I would love to hear and write down your stories...would you be willing to share with us?

As temperatures drop and winter settles in, embrace the opportunity to showcase warm and stylish vintage outerwear. From classic wool coats to cloaks and capes, these timeless pieces prove that style truly transcends time. Here are a few of the many options to consider this season: Wool...

Jen, have a look at this discussion: https://forums.vintagefashionguild.org/threads/is-this-linen.73989/#post-724997 There are some interesting ideas.

I wasn't familiar with her making reversible coats but I wondered because I saw them mentioned in a few articles. San Francisco Examiner January 26, 1960 ( Newsday (Suffolk Edition) Wed, Oct 23, 1968 Richmond Times-Dispatch Wed, Jul 29, 1959

It's not reversible by chance, is it?

This week's paisley parade video is here!

Fresh vintage is up! (Thanks to @Vintage Runway) I thought I'd remind everyone today that our seller-members are small business owners, and are vetted for their integrity, knowledge and experience.

30s Black Carved Bakelite Leaves Buckle • Proceeds go to the VFG! 40s Black Rayon Long Formal Dress with Silvery Beading by DuBarry

I would dry clean this. Many dry cleaners are familiar with working on uniforms with patches.

60s NOS Paisley Mod Shift Dress Olive, Hot Pink, Aqua Rayon 70s Peach & Aqua Paisley Satin Long Shirtdress by Nat Kaplan Couture 50s Black + Gold Paisley Print Taffeta Circle Skirt with Attached Crinoline Modern Jr. by Gale & Gale

A Pattern Through Time - From Persia to Paisley Paisley is a distinctive and intricate pattern originating from ancient Persia (modern-day Iran), and was initially known as the "boteh" motif. Although designs vary, it is characterised by its swirling teardrop shape, often filled with ornate...

Hello Noelle! Welcome to the VFG