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Sunday, October 10, 2010
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Mad Men Dynamic Duos
PhotographicAmy Dynamic Duos: Mad Men Dynamic Duos:
One of my 60's peignoirs was featured in this great blog!
One of my 60's peignoirs was featured in this great blog!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Those fabulous pinup girls!
I don't know about you, but I love those vintage pinup girls from yesteryear! They ooze sex appeal, confidence and strength. Here are a few of my favorite artists and their artwork.
Joyce Ballantyne (1918 - 2006)
Joyce Ballantyne was a noteworthy member of the "girl's club" among pin-up artists - her women were often more natural than the studiously coy poses of her male counterparts.
Gil Elvgren (1914-1980)
Gil Elvgren was one of the most important and best loved pin-up artists of the twentieth century.
Earl MacPherson (1910 - 1993)
By 1939 Earl MacPherson was an aspiring glamour artist with a studio on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood.
Robert Skemp (1910 - 1984)
Skemp and fellow Sundblom protégés like Gil Elvgren, Al Buell, and Joyce Ballantyne, modeled their art in large part on that of the older artist. During his pin-up and glamour career, Skemp worked for several major publishing houses, but his original paintings are very rare today.
Alberto Vargas (1896 - 1982)
From the time Esquire first introduced America to the Varga Girl in 1940, the name Vargas has been synonymous with pin-up and glamour art.
Billy De Vorss (d.1985)
Billy De Vorss created lush and vibrant pin-ups, often inspired by New York's theatres and nightclubs.
These are just the tip of the iceberg! I found a wonderful site The Pin-up Files that has hundreds of various pinup girl artwork...check it out.
Joyce Ballantyne (1918 - 2006)
Joyce Ballantyne was a noteworthy member of the "girl's club" among pin-up artists - her women were often more natural than the studiously coy poses of her male counterparts.
Gil Elvgren (1914-1980)
Gil Elvgren was one of the most important and best loved pin-up artists of the twentieth century.
Earl MacPherson (1910 - 1993)
By 1939 Earl MacPherson was an aspiring glamour artist with a studio on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood.
Robert Skemp (1910 - 1984)
Skemp and fellow Sundblom protégés like Gil Elvgren, Al Buell, and Joyce Ballantyne, modeled their art in large part on that of the older artist. During his pin-up and glamour career, Skemp worked for several major publishing houses, but his original paintings are very rare today.
Alberto Vargas (1896 - 1982)
From the time Esquire first introduced America to the Varga Girl in 1940, the name Vargas has been synonymous with pin-up and glamour art.
Billy De Vorss (d.1985)
Billy De Vorss created lush and vibrant pin-ups, often inspired by New York's theatres and nightclubs.
These are just the tip of the iceberg! I found a wonderful site The Pin-up Files that has hundreds of various pinup girl artwork...check it out.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Prettiest Page Contest ... July - August 2010!
I've been nominated as one of the "Prettiest Pages" on Vintage Village! If you could be so kind as to vote for my page, that would be swell!
Voting will end August 15th, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Some of my favorite finds on Etsy!
These are some of my favorite shops on Etsy, and I think you will really enjoy them!
Canemah Studios offers Fine Art, Vintage and Antique Cameras. If you're a vintage camera and photography love like I am, then check out this shop! Here are a few items that are on my favorites list:
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| Kodak Rainbow Hawkeye 2A Model B Folding Camera 1930-1933 |
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| Antique Ansco Special No. 2A Box Camera 1924-1928 |
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| Vintage Kodak Jiffy Six-16 Folding Camera circa 1933-1937 |
Om Again Vintage offers all types of retro vintage clothing. Vintage dresses, coats, skirts, pants, shirts, jackets, shoes, lingerie, swimwear, purses, jewelry and more from the 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's. You'll find one of a kind and AMAZING vintage pieces in this shop! Here are a few items that are on my favorites list:
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| 60's AVANT GARDE Mod Net Maxi Dress |
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| 1940s Loralyn 2 Piece SUNDRESS and BOLERO |
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| Vintage 1950s LUCY ROCKABILLY Day Dress |
Joules Vintage offers an eco-friendly mix of vintage clothing, designer luxury vintage, vintage shoes, accessories, fabric, and sewing patterns for every Etsy whim! She has a keen eye for vintage fashion! Here are a few items that are on my favorites list:
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| 80s Electro Red Suede Dress Black and White Leather Appliques |
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| Alice in Pink Gingham Wonderland Dress White Lace Eyelet Petticoat |
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| 40s Apricot Satin Quilted Bed Jacket Abstract Appliques |
Thy Local Organic Pagan offers all natural mixtures, tinctures, perfumes, aroma & scented oils, spiritual oils, meditation oils, anointing oils, creams, incense bases, bath teas, bath salts and more whimsical Earth Friendly creations. She's very knowledgeable about her product and super friendly! Here are a few items that are on my favorites list:
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| Meditation Salts with Organic Lavender Buds |
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| Inner Peace Meditation Oil |
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| Natural Potpourri |
Peeper.Doodle offers quality and lovable items that don't break the bank. Lovable things for your Lovable baby! You'll find some very cute, hand crafted items in this shop! Here are a few items that are on my favorites list:
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| Pinkerbell - hair bow pair |
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| Ruffle Fluff Bloomers/diaper covers |
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| Ruffle Fluff bloomers/diaper covers custom colors |
Thursday, July 22, 2010
CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE!
I'm running an awesome Christmas in July Sale in my shop! All items have been reduced AND I'm offering free shipping to the U.S. and Canada! Come by and check it out!
Friday, June 25, 2010
Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills...What's the hubbub all about?
When I first stumbled upon a listing for a Lucie Ann peignoir set, I was astonished at the asking price. Don't get me wrong, her pieces are a work of art and simply breathtaking, but I couldn't help but wonder why her label was so desired above other vintage names.
After some researching, I found that Lucie Ann Lingerie was founded by Lucie Onderwyzer in 1949. Located in Beverly Hills, CA, her glamorous nightgowns and lingerie were worn by Hollywood's glamorous stars such as Elizabeth Taylor. She designed all of the peignoir sets worn by Eva Gabor on the 1960's series Green Acres.
Lucie Ann designs are known for bold color and glamorous details, such a marabou trim, pompoms and rhinestones. They were sold at the upscale and exclusive Beverly Hills boutique, Claire Sandra of Beverly Hills.
After Lucie Onderwyzer passed away in 1988 (at the age of 75), Lucie Ann Lingerie was sold to Deena Lingerie Company. Deena Lingerie began producing the "Lucie Ann II" line in 1990. In 1996, Deena Lingerie, along with the Lucie Ann line was sold to Lady Ester Lingerie Company. Lady Ester is still manufacturing lingerie, including the Lucie Ann line, along with other well known names such as Val Mode, Perfectform and Wondermaid. Lucie Ann II Fashion sleepwear, leisure and lounge wear is sold today in major chain stores, department and specialty stores.
Bingo! Now it all makes since!
Monday, June 21, 2010
How to make a bra out of two handkerchiefs, c1921
How to make a 'camisole'(in fact an early bra) out of a pair of handkerchiefs. It may be similar to the one made by the New York socialite, Mary Phelps-Jacob, - later patented by her, with a more complex form - in 1914. Almost certainly the model wears it over her shift for reasons of cinematic propriety. British Pathe archivist dates it to around 1921.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
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Saturday, April 24, 2010
Vintage Lingerie Display Ads
The one thing I enjoy most about researching lingerie is finding ads for pieces or labels that I have and being taken back in time, if just for a moment. Here are some of my favorites that I've found along the way, and I hope you enjoy them too!
Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills
Rogers
"Every Man Wants His Woman on a Pedestal"
"Every Man Wants His Woman on a Pedestal"
1936 Lingerie Ad for
Bullocks Wilshire
Bullocks Wilshire
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