La Poubelle Vintage: 1950s dress

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Thursday, December 19, 2013

The Best of 2013-Vintage Edition

For the past 2 years (check out 2011 and 2012 here) I've rounded up my favorite vintage finds of the year in a blog post. It's a fun way to reflect on my sales of the year and see how the shop has progressed. This year, I opened up a mobile boutique, launched a new website, and was a first-time vendor at the Manhattan Vintage Show so all in all, I'd say it was a pretty darn good year for La Poubelle Vintage. So how's about taking a walk down memory lane with me and checking out my greatest hits of 2013.

1. Hanae Mori Dress

It's hard to choose just 1 favorite but this Hanae Mori dress comes pretty close. I was lucky enough to acquire 3 pieces by the designer this year, one of which is still available in the shop!

2. Mink and Leather Jacket

3. Egyptian Print Skirt

Anyone who knows my vintage habits knows that I love a good Egyptian print. This one is the tops!

4. Amazing Red Silk Dress

This one speaks for itself.

5. WWII Celluloid Pin

Some vintage pieces I love because of the history involved. This pin dates to WWII where a pilot wore it while thinking of his gal back home.

6. 1950s Prom Dress

7. 1930s Kimono

2013 will officially be known as the year that I became obsessed with the kimono.

8. 1940s Bronze Cocktail Dress

Like wearing a dress made from liquid bronze!

9. 1970s Swimsuit

The sexiest one piece in all the land!

10. Anne Fogarty Dress

11. Hanae Mori Dress

Another Hanae Mori stunner!

12. 1920s Lace Camisole

A gorgeous antique lace piece.

13. 1960s Satin Cocktail Dress

14. 1940s Dress

This one is all about the collar.

15. Rabbit Fur and Suede Jacket

Another great jacket.

16. 1940s Zig Zag Dress

I can't get enough of these zig zag details

17. 1960s Sundress

18. Horse Print Dress

I am alllll about this print!

19. Red Justin Boots

20. 1970s Maxi Gown

This color combo is beyond!

21. 1960s Ruffled Dress

22. 1960s Pants

One snazzy pair of cigarette pants!

23. 1940s Cotton Dress

24. 1960s Floral Dress

25. 1970s Coat with Fox Collar

And as usual, many of my favorite finds this year are still available in the shop! Check out this 1970s jumpsuit, huge amethyst necklace, 1950s sundress, and velvet Estevez dress now before they become relics of La Poubelle Vintage's past.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Valentine's Day Dresses

1950s Lace Rosette Dress

I know Valentine’s Day has a bad rep (it’s a made-up holiday, it’s cheesy, blah, blah, blah) but I must admit that I’m kind of a sucker for it. In a world where terrible things happen every day, what’s so bad about having a holiday that’s all about love? Plus, it’s a good excuse to get dressed up and go out, whether that means a date night with spending time with friends and family. Here are a few special dresses from the shop that will help you get in the lovin’ mood!

1950s Black Dress with Satin Bodice

1960s Red Rhinestone Dress

1960s Brocade Mini Dress

1970s Pink Jersey Dress

1950s Velvet and Taffeta Dress

1970s Red Shirtdress

1960s Lace Wiggle Dress

1960s Black Lace Cocktail Dress

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Playing Dress Up

1940s velvet dress...in the shop soon!

Since I started La Poubelle Vintage in 2009, I’ve maintained more or less the same method for photographing the clothes—on a dress form. Mostly this is for convenience, I can photograph items more quickly this way, but I’ve always been interested in using a model since some things just look better on a person. I personally hate being in my own photographs because I’m not terribly photogenic (you’ll notice that I’m not looking straight at the camera in any of these photos!) but I thought I’d give it a shot to try and breathe some new life into items that have been hanging around the shop for awhile. It also gave me an excuse to play dress up this morning which is always fun! Any vintage sellers out there have an opinion about models vs. dress forms? I’d love to hear your thoughts!