Dresses, Pyrex, and Antique Malls

Lots to report!

There are two 1960s new dresses in the b.vikki vintage Etsy shop:

The first is a late 1960s, pale pink, embroidered, high collared, a-line dress with floral embroidery, sequins on collar, cuff, waist, and center of bust. Very mod.

Tag reads Toni Todd.

Bust: 37"

Waist: 29"

Hips: 41"

Length: 36"

http://www.etsy.com/listing/55733903/1960s-pale-pink-a-line-dress-with

Turquoise mod shift scooter mini dress with aqua and teal flower power neckline and sleeve appliqués.

Bust: 36.5"

Waist: 35"

Hips: 39"

Length: 33.5"

http://www.etsy.com/listing/55009548/turquoise-mod-shift-scooter-mini-dress

My mom and sister visited my aunt in Michigan over the holiday weekend and if I'd known they'd stop at an antiques mall, I'd have gone with them! But, they did take great pictures and bring me back three Butterfly Gold Pyrex serving bowls and farm fresh fruit.

And here are the pictures of things they thought I'd like (they were right!), but didn't buy.

I never actually sold the Pyrex pieces I bought last year because I thought I might want to build my Spring Blossom/Crazy Daisy collection, but I've decided against it. They'll be on Etsy soon. Instead, I'll keep a keen eye out for rarer patterns. I seem to stumble upon Woodland and Spring Blossom pieces EVERYWHERE these days!

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Vintage Men's Wear (1968 - 1969)

Don't forget to visit b.vikki vintage on Etsy!

I've gotten more than a few requests to feature menswear on b.vikki vintage and to offer men's items in my Etsy shop.

Of course! Who doesn't want to look like Don Draper?

In the nascent days of b.vikki vintage I did a post featuring After 6 Tuxedo ads from 1959 - 1968. As a continuation of that post, I offer the following vintage menswear looks (editorials and ads) as sartorial inspiration for male readers of b.vikki vintage. The images below are from 1968 and 1969 editions of Ebony Magazine. Enjoy!

Men certainly didn't seem to be afraid of color in the late 1960s!

I still love a man in a cardigan. It's a great way to look. The author of one of my favorite Tumblrs seems to agree: http://menincardigans.tumblr.com/

This Paris brand undergarments ad from 1969 evokes American Apparel, no?

Several of the pictorials featured here that were shot at the Playboy headquarters in Chicago - which was, incidentally, very close to the Ebony Magazine headquarters.

Hats! Hats should definitely come back.

I know this post is about men, but that lime green two-piece ensemble is stunning.

I'll continue this post later (probably later today) with earlier vintage menswear looks from the 1950s and early to mid 1960s.

Here are some of my favorite menswear items available for sale on Etsy.

Vtg Mens MILITARY Blazer Navy Blue NAUTICAL COAT Double Breasted

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37444715&ref=cat3_gallery_15

Hunter Green Cardigan, Size M

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37419760&ref=cat3_gallery_20

vintage BURBERRYS herringbone twill wool BOMBER jacket

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36989102&ref=cat3_gallery_4

Mens Wool Pinstripe Suit M

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32599721

1960's Vintage Ultra Mod Striped Burgundy and Blue Mens Jacket Blazer

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36191967

During my next acquisitions trip (which is quite the embellishment. What I actually do would be more accurately described as lurking at thrift stores and estate sales), I'll be sure to keep a keen eye out for any fascinating men's items! I'm a fan of foppish dandies, as I fancy myself an eventual quaintrelle, so this post has been LONG overdue.

Some of my favorite vintage menswear/fashion/lifestyle sites and blogs:

http://vintagegent.com/

http://www.dandyism.net/ (The writing on Dandyism is just as, if not more, substantive than the style tips).

The Brooklyn Circus - video

http://thebkcircus.com/bkc/

http://putthison.com

http://streetetiquette.com/

Don't forget to visit b.vikki vintage on Etsy!

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Items for sale from b.vikki vintage

Don't forget to visit b.vikki vintage on Etsy!

Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and the other wonderful Winter holidays are around the corner! Don't miss out on the chance to score a great gift for the vintage-lover in your life!

Bonus: a few vintage Christmas pictures from the 1950s and 1960s.

Here are the 30 dresses available on Etsy from b.vikki vintage:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32910149

This 1960s gingham check romper is adorable! And I found a 1966 Coca Cola ad featuring a girl wearing a romper with a similar collar!

Measurements taken flat and doubled:
Bust: 36"
Waist: 24"
Hips: 46"
Leg: 29"
Length: 36"

Brand: Mister Raphael

Tear under arm.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32906510

Short sleeved tan and brown shirt dress with full, pleated skirt. Side zip.

Measurements taken flat and doubled.
Bust: 36"
Waist: 26"
Hip: Full
Length: 41" from shoulder to hem.

Brand: Youth Fair Junior

I found a 1962 Coca Cola ad featuring a woman wearing a similarly styled shirt dress.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32905607

Long sleeved, pastel, multi-colored, pleat-front, shirtwaist day dress with full skirt and pearlized button collar closure.

Sleeves have a puff shoulder, which may overpower a smaller frame, but the sleeves can always be removed. Elastic waistband.

The dress has a beautiful silhouette and is the perfect shirt dress for day.

Measurements are taken flat and doubled:
Bust: 34"
Waist: 25-36" (elastic waist at rest and extended)
Hips: Full skirt
Length: 43"

Brand: ACT 1 - New York

Tear on seem under arm.

Betty Draper wore a similar dress in the first season of Mad Men!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32908527

Blue and white gingham checked shirtwaist day dress with full skirt.

Measurements taken flat and doubled.
Bust: 39"
Waist: 29"
Hips: open
Length: 41" from shoulder to hem.

Peggy Olson wore a similar dress on Season 2 of Mad Men!

Tear under arm, at waist, and below buttons.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32907943

1940s style, diaphanous/sheer, burgundy shirtwaist day dress with indigo necktie, pocket trim & plaid details.

Measurements taken flat and doubled.
Bust: 40"
Waist: 24-36" elastic waistband at rest and extended
Hips: 42"
Length:45"

Peggy Olson wore a similar neck tie on a recent episode of Mad Men!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32904001

Sleeveless evening dress with full skirt. Button back. Sapphire, emerald and onyx - jewel toned stripes.

Double skirt. Underlayer is more fitted.

Perfect evening/party dress!
Scoop neck, darling bodice.

Material has some sheen.

Measurements are taken flat and doubled:
Bust: 32"
Waist: 27"
Hips: Full skirt
Length: 48" from shoulder to hem
Size: 5

Brand: Ananas

I BELIEVE this to be an 1980s dress made in a 1950s style

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32910781

Sky blue short sleeved shift dress with light embroidery and pearl beading.

Measurements taken flat and doubled.
Bust: 36"
Waist: 29"
Hips: 39"
Length: 37"
Size: 8

Brand: Santa Fe by Lim Tremblay

This dress is darling! Perfect for a party or evening out.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32904990

Short sleeved roll collar shift dress with Autumn/Fall print and color scheme. Classic mid 1960s style collar.

Nearly imperceptible hole under bust.

Measurements are taken flat and doubled:
Bust: 39"
Waist:39"
Hips:41"
Length: 38" from shoulder to hem

The dress is fairly straight from bust, but would be STUNNING belted. This warm print and colorway are great for Fall.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32902736

Cream party dress with brown ruffle ribbon detailing (dainty cream/white floral embroidery on ribbons) on collar, cuff, and hem. Empire waist, full-ish skirt. Long sleeves. Tie in back for better fit. Puffed shoulders. Perfect party dress in the 1950s style. Measurements taken flat and doubled: Bust: 36" Waist: 27" Hips: Full Length (from shoulder to hem): 39" Condition: Excellent. No noted/visible flaws. Tags are in an Asian script, so I don't know what size, brand, or fabric the dress is.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33510078

Seafoam green 1960s short sleeved scooter shift dress with high collar. Wide waistband, slight a-line skirt. ILGWU tag. The bodice is ribbed and has lots of stretch. The waist is lined and doesn't have much, if any, give. The color is darling! Measurements taken flat and doubled, where applicable. Bust: 34"-42" Waist: 30" no stretch Hips: 40" Length: 41" Brand: My Latest Leslie Fay

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33416958

Blue floral novelty print day dress. Bloused bodice & ruffled shoulders. Elastic Waist. Square neckline. Button back. Embossed floral detailing. Hidden elastic waist. 1960s. ILGWU tag. Brand: David Warren New York ILGWU tag Measurements taken flat and doubled, where applicable. Bust: 34" Waist: 22"-34" Hips: 38" Equivalent to a Small or Extra Small.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33677914

Black, sleeveless, v-neck wiggle dress. Adorable. Perfectly simple party dress. Cinched, defined waist. Tab waistband across back. 1960s. Measurements taken flat and doubled, where applicable. Bust: 35" Waist: 29" Hips: 42" Length: 41" No tags. May be homesewn. Feels like wool/linen blend.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32960770

Red and yellow house dress or day/play dress. Reminds me of ketchup and mustard. Red snap closures and collar tie. If belted or tailored, this could definitely be worn out to run errands as a fun day or play dress! Measurements taken flat and doubled. Bust: 44" Waist: 46" Hips: 53" Length: 41" from shoulder to hem Brand: Norman for At Home, inc Faint discolorations and nearly imperceptible blue stain above heart.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32917628

Bateau neck, faux-painted, floral print shift dress. This is a perfect, fitted party dress! And a great way to be sexy and graceful at once.

Measurements taken flat and doubled.
Bust: 35"
Waist: 29"
Hips: 35"
Length: 39"

Royal Blue, shortsleeved, 1960s mod scooter shift dress. Bias contour seaming. White & Blue striped crew collar detail. Blue & white striped faux tabbed 3-button collumn on bust. Brand: "Carol Brent - sold exclusively at Montgomery Ward" Measurements taken flat and doubled, where applicable. Bust: 38" Waist: 40" Hips: 35" Length: 42"

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34825725

1960s Pale pink, brown and white floral (demi-paisley) mod scooter shift mini dress with roll collar & long sleeves. Great print with raised outline edges. Measurements taken flat and doubled, where applicable. Bust: 38" Waist: 36" Hips: 42" Length: 38"

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34825862

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