2014 Spring Fashion Trends

One of my favorite resources for following fashion trends is Elle Magazine online. Each season they put out gorgeous slideshows with runway trends and this spring is no different. I found their Top 10 Trends for Spring slideshow and was most excited about trend number four – 80s low-heel pumps are back!

As a woman who struggles with heels and teeters around quite precariously on anything that’s over two inches, this trend has me stoked to go spring shoe shopping!

For vintage lovers this is a great trend as well. Finding 80s shoes in sizes larger than 7s is much easier than sourcing 50s and 60s shoes for anyone who has feet that aren’t tiny and petite! You’ll find a lot of glam styles with that lovely 80s charm, but stay away from the neons and leg warmers!

Elle's Top 10 Trends for Spring:

• 
  Designer DIY
• Logos on Everything
• 90s Minimalist
• 80s Low Heel Pump
• Board Shorts
• Tribal Influenced Clothing
• Ear Cuffs and Funky Earrings
• Rose Gold
• Bright, Bold Metallics
• 
  
  Eyebrow Arch Makeup
  
  
  
  
  
  
  What trend are you most excited about this Spring? Post in the comments below!

Random Vintage Fact of the Day!

Random Vintage Fact of the Day!

While researching different tie styles I stumbled upon a fact that now makes one of my childhood ditties make so much more sense!

Yankee Doodle
"Yankee Doodle went to town a riding on a pony, stuck a feather in his hat and called it macaroni!"

All this time I was envisioning the feather in his cap turning into a macaroni noodle... but what it actually means is this: A macaroni was a member of a group of young Englishmen who returned from Europe and brought with them new ideas about fashion from Italy.



Now pasta isn't completely out of the story - the macaronis did get their name from the noodle that was popular in Italy, but very new to the English at that time.

In mid-18th century these gentlemen were thought of as outlandish, effeminate and to be exceeding the boundaries of fashion, they were actually a precursor to the English Dandy, who took back men's fashion with more masculinity than the Macaroni. 




These gents were responsible for bringing back the cravat in the late 18th century, which lead to our modern necktie. 

Who knew!?!



Full lyrics to Yankee Doodle

"Kids Version Yankee Doodle"

Yankee Doodle went to town

A-riding on a pony,

Stuck a feather in his cap

And called it macaroni'.

Chorus:

Yankee Doodle keep it up,

Yankee Doodle dandy,

Mind the music and the step,

And with the girls be handy.

Father and I went down to camp,

Along with Captain Gooding,

And there we saw the men and boys

As thick as hasty pudding.

Chorus

There was Captain Washington,

Upon a slapping stallion,

Giving orders to his men-

I guess there were a million.

Chorus

Vintage Home Parties!

With the launch of my Zaarly storefront I decided to offer up some more service-oriented types of offerings from Vintage Baubles & Bits. One of these new services is the Vintage Home Party. Clients interested in a fun girl's day/night can contact me and arrange for a party complete with wine, cheese, veggies, desserts and vintage!

I hosted my first party on June 1st for a group of five gals in the KC area. To get the ball rolling on the project I hosted at my home. It was a lovely event, super fun and I think I succeeded in convincing a few of my guests that vintage doesn't have to seem old and that styles are recycled so much in fashion that some vintage is truly timeless!

Peek below for photos of the night's festivities and for a listing of what an event entails.

Want to have an awesome girl's night in? Looking for a fun party idea, complete with food and activities? I have the solution - Vintage Shopping Parties!


Do you and your girlfriends love vintage clothing? Hate digging through racks and racks of stuff trying to find something in your size or the color or era you're looking for? I have hundreds of vintage items, including clothing, shoes, hats, handbags and other accessories and I'd be more than happy to set up a private shopping experience for you and your girlfriends!


All I need from you is the number of party attendees, a listing of the types of items you're interested in (hats, shoes, dresses, blouses, skirts, handbags, jewelry) and sizes of the ladies and we can go from there! It's like a dress up party for grown ups.


The fee covers my time to curate selections for you and your friends. And hey, it wouldn't be a party without some extras - like two bottles of wine, a meat and cheese tray, a veggie tray and light desserts for some nibbles.


There is no obligation to buy, I won't be looking to build a team of vintage party reps and it's just plain fun and hassle free! Oh and since it is a party - there will be party favors and group discounts to boot!

Interested in hosting your own party? Message me for details!

Summer Dresses - A Photo Blog

I love dresses and this summer florals are huge, which is great for vintage lovers. Here's a photo blog of some of my favorite dresses and prints in my shop!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101689769/1960s-vintage-silk-floral-dress-sir

 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101000009/vintage-plus-size-dress-nancy-ii-pastel

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101003267/vintage-plus-size-dress-pink-with-pastel

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101003604/vintage-plus-size-dress-jungle-print

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101538166/vintage-floral-dress-size-large

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101546489/1980s-regina-kravitz-vintage-floral

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101679135/vintage-dress-dawn-joy-fashions-pink?ref=v1_other_2

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101679531/1960s-vintage-blue-floral-dress-size-ml

https://www.etsy.com/listing/93211130/vintage-1960s-navy-blue-swirl-shirt

https://www.etsy.com/listing/94102253/vintage-lane-bryant-1970s-white-and

https://www.etsy.com/listing/92880806/gorgeous-spring-vintage-floral-maxi

https://www.etsy.com/listing/92931123/lovely-white-and-green-spring-vintage

Where to Find Me Next - Wallach House April Girl's Night Out

This is a great event for any ladies within the St. Louis/Eureka area! The ladies of the Wallach House really know how to throw a fun party, filled with lots of prizes, snacks, wine and more! 

While I won't be able to be there in person I'll be there in spirit and you can still shop Case 8 for fabulous vintage costume jewelry! 

Event Details:

What's happening? 

You will enjoy great food & wine tastings, special sales just for you, a fun make it and take it, DOOR PRIZES all night long, photos with "The Rock", tablescapes and entertaining ideas, and more!

Featuring...

Johnnie's Place, you have to try the trashed wings,   Mary Kay Cosmetics, for luscious summer lips,  A Little Treat,  you will love the  cake pops, and more coming!               

Find out more about the Wallach House here - http://wallachhouse.com/

Follow Wallach House on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wallach-House-Home-Furnishings-Antiques-Gifts/163847690310390

Part IX - I Don't Wear Brooches! A Series on Ways to Repurpose Vintage Brooches

Today's piece of vintage brooch inspiration tackles gloves! Now I know it's getting to be past the season for gloves to be necessary, but you can still make a statement at Spring weddings and formal events with an amped up pair of gloves with vintage brooch bling.

Check out these ideas:



I love the idea of using a small brooch to replace a ring, you get the effect of a ring, but the brooch stays so nicely!

Add a small brooch to the side of a pair of gloves (leather would be best  in this case) to brighten them up.

And I just had to add these in for fun!





And come winter time you'll have a new idea to make your gloves gleam!

So the next time you see a vintage brooch - just imagine the possibilities!

For more ideas see posts 1-8 and keep your eyes peeled for the final post - #10!