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[poggleberry]

Kate O Potato I've just looked on the V&A site, what a lovely dress, have you got long to wait for it?
They have some lovely items, I particularly love the hankies and sun hats.

 

[Kate O Potato]

Kate O Potato I've just looked on the V&A site, what a lovely dress, have you got long to wait for it?
They have some lovely items, I particularly love the hankies and sun hats.

Hi hi! The V&A say it'll be ready in two weeks, which isn't too bad. The frustrating thing is that they don't specify the waist/hip/bust measurements, so I had to take a stab at which size would fit best. I'll post a picture when it's ready!

 

[December]

I downloaded the pattern for that dress a few months ago but didn't realise they sell repros. Off to look now!

 

[MaryMary]

Holey moley the V&A makes dresses??? Okay, this was information I should have NEVER found out...haha

I used to live in England, but before I did, on my first vacation I discovered a book on fashion throughout history at the V&A. I just HAD to have it...despite it being about 10 pounds in weight...I carried that darn book all over London that day - it was like having a child!

Now that I live back in Toronto, I seem to never find these amazing discoveries like everyone else and am a tad jealous - but then just last week I DID spot these adorable red 1940's shoes in my local vintage shop. In my size....8 1/2!!! :eusa_clap This never happens!

 

[sixsexsix]

MaryMary try Gadabout on Queen E - they have a great selection of vintage shoes

 

[swinggal]

Just won this on ebay. Lovely 30s tilt hat. I think I might wear this one on the QM I like a good tilt hat

 

[Foofoogal]

So elegant. Beautiful hat. :eusa_clap

 

[texasgirl]

A new 40s tilt hat, mislabled as pillbox and only $15! It's neat how the wire around the back is kind of like a spring and stays right on your head- pretty ingenious

 

[MaryMary]

MaryMary try Gadabout on Queen E - they have a great selection of vintage shoes

I have meaning to go to Gadabout for ages!! I always end up going to Kensington Market, and I would love to know your opinion, but I find it a little overrated. There's a lot more 70's and 80's stuff I have noticed, and when you find a great item, they are really high prices, and I know I can find something similar on ebay for less. (Which is too bad because I really prefer to support the small businesses in Toronto, and not have to pay duty!)

I will check out Gadabout - thanks

 

[crazydaisy]

those last 2 hats are beautiful! i was watching the first one too, great buy!

 

[deadpandiva]

Oh my, those hats are lovely.

 

[kamikat]

I've been looking for Mervin clips for months and finally got some!

 

[amygeorgina]

I bought a dress like this on eBay last year. http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=3223810 except mine doesn't have the cream sash. I was wondering, do you think I'd be able to add some angel style sleeves to it and would it make it more era appropriate? It has a lovely full skirt on it and last year I just wore it with a black bolero, but I don't know how 'right' it actually is. What do you reckon? [huh]

 

[Smuterella]

^ I think angel sleeves would risk giving you more of a 70's look. I like it sleeveless, its kind of subtley fifties.

Kamikat - I am so jealous - do let me know how you get along with them!

 

[amygeorgina]

^ I think angel sleeves would risk giving you more of a 70's look. I like it sleeveless, its kind of subtley fifties.

Yes, you are probably right, I saw a WWII Dance dress on 'Big Beautiful Barbara Brown' that had sort of flappy sleeves but it had a sweetheart neck on it so I guess might not work with this.

I probably need like puff sleeves right?

 

[CherryRed]

Fabulous hats!
I got a new vanity chair and a pattern.
The chair needs to have it's seat recovered but I love it!

 

[Kate O Potato]

I've just had a capelet arrive from Able Grable. I was kindly sent an extra clasp in case I wanted to change it too. Why are vintage ladies all so lovely? I've never encountered such a kind and supportive group of women before! Reading your posts to each other makes me smile so much

Anyway, the capelet!

Suggestions for styling my hair would be appreciated too! I have an appointment with a retro hair stylist next week (Miss Betty at It's Something Hells in Carnaby, if anyone is familiar with the salon) and I need ideas of what to ask her for. My hair is the length you see, very fine and extremely straight. I'm having my hair styled for a night at the theatre on my birthday and I'm really stuck for ideas because of the length... Thanks ladies xx

 

[sixsexsix]

I have meaning to go to Gadabout for ages!! I always end up going to Kensington Market, and I would love to know your opinion, but I find it a little overrated. There's a lot more 70's and 80's stuff I have noticed, and when you find a great item, they are really high prices, and I know I can find something similar on ebay for less. (Which is too bad because I really prefer to support the small businesses in Toronto, and not have to pay duty!)

I will check out Gadabout - thanks

There are a couple places in Kensington that are good - King of Kensington is probably my fave. Cabaret on Queen W has a great, well picked selection, but you're going to be paying more. Check out their basement though where you can usually find good deals. Stella Luna on Queen W near Roncesvalles is also pretty good, and if you're looking for something specific just ask and they might have it in the back (I got some great 40s pumps for about $30 this way). Gadabout is great, not super cheap, but the store is jam packed with awesome stuff. I've also found ok stuff at Bungalow in Kensington Market.

Other than those, most the vintage shops sell 70s stuff now, so you really have to hunt. Good luck!

 

[swinggal]

Fabulous hats!
I got a new vanity chair and a pattern.
The chair needs to have it's seat recovered but I love it!

The original fabric on that chair is amazing! Try and salvage it if you can. It reminds me of my grandparents 1930s sofa.

 

[swinggal]

I just bought this. I love the buttons and have a satin black shirt that is similar. This has a back belt as well to give it a lovely fitted look. I don't normally wear a lot of lighter colours but this is just so styish that I had to have it.