February 1st Fashion Parade *Get the Look: Billie Holiday*

[hatfeathers]

Get the Look: Billie Holiday
"Lady Day" was one of the greatest and most influential jazz singers of all time, known for her deeply personal interpretations, often melancholy sound, and her distinct phrasing, influenced by jazz instrumentalists.

Holiday appeared with big bands (she was one of the first African American women to appear with a white orchestra when she sang with Artie Shaw's band in 1938) and smaller combos, and she recorded extensively.

The most enduring image of Billie Holiday dates from around 1940: At the microphone, in a beautiful gown, gardenias in her hair, head thrown back. Explore her style with 40s rayon prints, dramatic, stage-worthy evening clothing, striking and exotic jewelry...and of course, flowers.

 

[hatfeathers]

From my site at
http://www.hatfeathersvintage.com/

To shine on-stage:
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Not exactly a flower in your hair, but taking inspiration from Lady Day by adding a big, bold floral statement!
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And, for a sparkle of big jewels:
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[Leisa]

All I have to add is this...

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[MagsRags]

Clickable links to magsrags.net

I love the contrast of the pink beads and pearls against the black crepe on the bodice of this 40s dress.
http://magsrags.myshopify.com/products/40s-vintage-black-rayon-dress-pink-beaded-accent-xs><img

Another wonderful Look-at-Me 40s dress, liquid satin and draped to flatter the figure, in a larger size.
http://magsrags.myshopify.com/produ...in-40s-vintage-cocktail-dress-draped-m-l><img

A bit more casual, a 40s floral print dress in a rare XL size (54/46/58") - wear it with flowers in your hair.
http://magsrags.myshopify.com/products/vintage-40s-floral-print-rayon-dress-peplum-xl-xxl><img

Platform peeptoes, size 9, to finish off your 40s look!
http://magsrags.myshopify.com/products/40s-vintage-brown-suede-platform-heels-shoes-9><img

And finally, an amazing 80s diva dress that would be fabulous for stagewear by a modern day Billie.
http://magsrags.myshopify.com/products/ott-80s-vintage-diva-dress-beaded-flames-sexy-peekaboo-m><img

 

[thespectrum]

VINTAGE 40s BEADED BLACK CREPE PEPLUM EVENING DRESS ~ M

 

[joules]

I'm thoroughly enjoying this parade!
Pandora 50's peep toe slingback heels, Size 6.5aa

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38442086

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

Here's a lovely 40s floral number for sweet Lady Day!

http://www.rubylane.com/shops/poppysvintageclothing/item/RL-poppy10

 

[vivavintageclothing]

Two black crepe beaded cocktail dresses:

Late 40's pink, black and gold beaded illusion bodice black crepe dress, 40" bust

1940's black crepe cocktail dress with blue beaded, scalloped neckline, 38" bust

 

[Living*Doll*Vintage]

Okay, you girls are KILLIN me with those pink/black beaded beauties! I love pink & black ~ le sigh......

 

[denisebrain]

GORGEOUS!!! I love Billie, and put my whole heart into trying to picture her in what I have, and came up with these:

Tiki print halter dress, on eBay

Sunflower print strapless sundress, on eBay

40s rayon dress with a corsage of sequin flowers, in my web store

This last dress will be among my eBay listings on Wednesday, it is currently being cleaned

 

[BijouVintage]

I've got some great glitter for the first lady of Birdland

Japanned Leaves and AB Sparkle

Amber and Copper Rivoli w/ Margeurite center

 

[joules]

Maggie, I have that sunflower strapless, in a purple/blue colorway, in my personal collection! I love it, and yours too!

 

[hatfeathers]

I'm ready for Maggie to belt out a tune!;)

 

[denisebrain]

I'm ready for Maggie to belt out a tune!;)

Don't think I don't try...but I'm somewhat more successful at imitating Ella than Billie!

Maggie, I have that sunflower strapless, in a purple/blue colorway, in my personal collection!

Lucky, lucky you!!

 

[catseyevintage]

From Catseye Vintage on Etsy ~
http://www.etsy.com/shop/CatseyeVintage

Vintage Layered Ruby Red Rhinestone Floral Bouquet Brooch ~
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39751549

Vintage D'Antonio Pave Rhinestone and Gold Lame Leather Slingback Shoes ~
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24963574

Vintage 3-D Nardis of Dallis Hand Sequined Rayon Suit Blouse ~
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37175668

Vintage David Gaines Wool Hourglass Jacket and Skirt Suit with Rhinestone Buttons ~
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34711457

Vintage 100% Camel Hair Swing Coat ~
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30459937

 

[denisebrain]

Continuing Billie Holiday over on my blog: http://denisebrain.blogspot.com/2010/02/billie-holiday-style-icon.html

(I've featured a number of VFG items!)

 

[vintagedevotion]

love her music, love her style.

 

[nostalgic*collections]

Maggie - You look amazing!

 

[Leisa]

Maggie - LOVE the blog! What a beautiful tribute to Ms. Holiday.

Well, yeah - I love all the goodies posted here, too.
40's designs are my very, very, very favourite.

Well done, ladies.