Fashion Fridays 2006

June 08, 2007

Fashion Fridays! Tory Burch Dresses & Vintage 1960's Mod Dresses

Today's Fashion Friday features new dresses by Tory Burch and vintage dresses from the 1960's.
The new and the old dresses both feature bold geometric prints and similar cuts.
Check them out...

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Tory Burch black and white geometric print sleeveless "Melanie" dress.
You can purchase this new dress for $365- over at Nordstrom

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1960's blue, white and black geometric print dress.
Measurements are 42" Chest, 40" Waist and 44" Hips
The Starting bid on this vintage dress is $9.99 and there are 6 days left on it's sale on eBay

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Tory Burch coral and white geometric print long sleeve "Dominique" dress.
You can purchase this new dress for $350- over at Nordstrom

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1960's lime green and white gingham dress.
Measurements are 34" Chest, 30" Waist and 38" Hips
The Starting bid on this vintage dress is $12.95 over at Mill Street Vintage on eBay.

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Tory Burch floral and lattice print long sleeve "Nerissa" dress.
You can purchase this new dress for $335- over at Nordstrom

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1960's white dress with bold black and bright pink abstract floral print.
You can purchase this vintage Mr.Dino dress for $225- over at MidCenturyChic.com

December 29, 2006

Fashion Fridays! Marc by Marc Jacobs Velvet Trumpet Skirt

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    Both of these skirts feature embellished details at the hip.
    The skirt pictured at the top is Marc by Marc Jacobs.
    This skirt is made out of light pink velvet and has a beaded and sequined embellished curved detail on the front of either hip.
    You can buy this skirt over at Bluefly for $220-

    The 1950's pencil skirt pictured on the bottom is made out of black velvet.
    This skirt has an embroidered pocket on the right side that is highlighted with rhinestones and pearls.
    The skirt's waist measures 26"
    You can buy this skirt for $70- over at VintageTrends.com

3.1 Phillip Lim Velvet Skirt

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    Both of these skirts are made out of deep richly colored velvets.
    The skirt pictured at the top is by 3.1 Phillip Lim.
    This skirt is made out of grape velvet and features a grosgrain ribbon at the waist.
    You can buy this skirt over at Net-A-Porter.Com for $395-

    The 1930's skirt pictured on the bottom is made out of navy blue velvet.
    The skirt features four tiers of ruffles on a bias.
    The skirt's waist measures 26"
    You can buy this skirt over at Vintage Martini for $145-

Elie Tahari Velvet Skirt

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    Both of the skirts pictured above are made out of sumptuously soft velvet.
    The skirt pictured at the top is by Elie Tahari.
    This skirt is made out of nut brown velvet and features beaded applique design.
    You can buy this skirt over at Bluefly for $358-

    The vintage skirt pictured on the bottom is made out of a creamy light brown velvet.
    Under the skirt there is a pretty lace crinoline.
    The skirt's waist measures 26"
    You can "Buy It Now" for $155- over at Firefly Vintage Clothing on ebay

December 22, 2006

Fashion Fridays! Anthropologie Turtleneck Dress

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    Sweater dresses are a great way to look feminine and stay warm at the same time.
    The cream colored sweater dress pictured above has an early to mid 1960's look to it.
    This Turtleneck Dress is made out of a wool-angora blend and comes with a matching fabric belt.
    You can buy this dress for $168- over at Anthropologie.

Found! Vintage Sweater Dress

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    This alluring slate blue wool sweater dress from the 40's will accentuate your feminine form.
    It has a nice high crossed neckline and unique cinched in waist detailing.
    Measurements are: 36-40" Chest, 26-28" Waist and 38-40" Hips
    This dress has a "Buy It Now" price of $59.99 over at BebopaDiva Vintage on ebay.

Spotted! Italian Sweater Dress

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    Can't you just imagine Doris Day having worn a dress like this in one of her films!
    This sage green knit wool dress features a unique double turtleneck with cream popping up behind the green.
    The dress was made in Italy and ties at the waist with a matching fabric belt.
    The measurements are: 38" Chest, 36" Waist and 38" Hips
    This dress has a "Buy It Now" price of $59.99 over at Sotto Le Stelle Fashion on ebay.

December 15, 2006

Fashion Fridays! Banana Republic Red Velvet Dress

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    Today I have gathered together new and vintage red evening wear and formals to share with you.
    Red is a great color to make head turns! Whether it be at your office holiday party, Christmas get together or New Year's Eve bash, red will definitely make you stand out in the sea of black dresses.

    The red velvet dress posted at the top is incredibly cute and stylish.
    It has a velvet tie at the waist and a removable tulle underlay.
    You can purchase this dress over at Banana Republic for $168-

    The red vintage velvet dress pictured above was made by Suzy Perette in the 1950's.
    It features a dart fitted bodice and sashes that tie in the back.
    Measurements are 34" Chest and 28" Waist
    You can purchase this dinner dress over at Vintage Martini for $185-

   

Red Tadashi Silk Dress

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    A striking red silk dress.
    This dress has ruching at the chest, jeweled brooch at the waist and a wonderful tiered skirt.
    You can purchase this Tadashi dress over at Saks Fifth Avenue for $382-

    The red vintage formal pictured above is by Mike Bennet.
    It is made out of red rayon satin and features a white tiered tulle and rayon underskirt.
    The skirt is raised up in the front with a draped piece of fabric that is highlighted by a rhinestone pin.
    Measurements are 32" Chest, 25" Waist and Full Hips
    You can purchase this 1950's formal over at Woodland Farms Antiques and Vintage for $225- (once at the website click on 1950's, go to page index #43-56 and scroll about 3/4 the way down the page to the dress)

St. John Beaded Gown

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    A lovely long red beaded gown.
    This gown has beautiful short sleeves that are slit on the side and close with a button.
    Another very feminine detail is the self tie sash around the empire waist.
    You can purchase this St. John gown over at Neiman Marcus for $2,495-

    The alluring red vintage gown pictured above features a unique halter neck and back strap detail.
    This dress is made out of taffeta faille.
    Measurements are 36" Chest and 26" Waist
    You can purchase this 1940's evening gown over at Vintage Martini for $175-