It took me awhile, but I finally figured out that there are two different styles of shoes shown here! I was wondering why they were different shades, but realized that one was a lace-up tie and the other a buckle T-strap. But, I digress… these Fanfares “skirt” shoes are absolutely stunning and I LOVE THEM…. Read more »
Posts Tagged: vintage style
Vintage 1974 Monet Charm Bracelet + White Angora
Charm bracelets have always been cherished, and this is a particularly cute one by Monet. The charms and bracelet are in gold, and has a holiday/Christmas theme. The model is dressed in a fluffy white angora sweater and hat, which adds to the charm. ~Marilyn
70s Does 20s? Vintage 1973 Sandler of Boston Chunky Shoes
This is a really interesting take on selling shoes. Sandler of Boston was advertising their very chunky 1970s shoes and boots as being reminiscent of your “mother’s mother” shoes she wore in the 1920s. This was a stretch, as no shoes in history were as monstrous as 1973 shoes! Certainly not 1920s Flapper shoes, which… Read more »
Sew a Vintage 70s Great Gatsby Cape and Vest (Free Pattern)
The May 1974 issue of Family Circle magazine featured instructions on how to make the natty lapel vest and beautiful chiffon cape worn by Robert Redford and Mia Farrow in a scene from the 1974 film, The Great Gatsby. Patterns are below: Happy Sewing! 🙂 Marilyn
Carol Burnett in Blackglama, 1973
“What becomes a Legend most?”. Blackglama had a legendary ad campaign in the 1970s starring well-known American women modeling their lustrous minks. This fantastic 1973 ad features the fabulous Carol Burnett. Legs for DAYS, baby! ~Marilyn
Fluffy Fuzzy Vintage 70s Holiday Sweaters
Fuzzy pastel sweaters and wide-leg plaid polyester pants were all the rage in 1973. Posing with cute white fluffy kittens was a plus too! ~Marilyn
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!