“Sheik of Chic”-Valentino Retires

“Sheik of Chic”-Valentino Retires

After 45 years designer Valentino at the age of 75 retires.  Valentino designs have been worn by the likes of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn and Nancy Reagan. Valentino loved the 70′s style and somewhat despised the 80′s trends. However despite the changing styles Valentino adhered to his belief  to “keep a woman...
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The Prom Queen Goes Vintage

The Prom Queen Goes Vintage

The 2008 Winter/Spring Prom edition of Seventeen Magazine features Vintage Fashion for those wanabee prom queens. From accessories to dresses Seventeen’s photo layout features the vintage style. Decades that are in demand are the 1950′s and 1980′s.  Today’s teen spends an average of $500 for a new prom dress. For under $125  how about a vintage 80′s Christian Dior dress? ...
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Going Green- New Clothing Made From Vintage Fabric

For the upcoming spring 2008 season Neiman Marcus will add “My Vintage Baby” collection to its stores. My Vintage Baby founded in 2001 uses vintage fabric to create one of kind clothing for toddlers. Another vintage fashion label amoosi from the UK recently introduced their line in London. Founded in 2006 amoosi turns reclaimed vintage fabric...
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