Fresh Vintage May 19 - 25, 2011

Last week, we did a double deluxe edition of Fresh Vintage. Hope you're ready for some more Fresh eye candy from VFG's trade members.



Bijou Vintage recently listed this pretty 1940s Trifari rhinestone butterfly hair clip

This op art 60s halter top maxidress is new at Big Yellow Taxi aka TheMerchantsofVintage

And check out this fab 80s skirt suit by Thierry Mugler, a new addition at Catseye Vintage

There's more Fresh Vintage where this came from, just click the title of this post to go into the thread. Or visit the VFG forums any day of the week - there's always something amazing to look at. See you next week!

*Fresh Vintage* May 5 - 18 2011

Time slipped away from this blogger, and we're covering two weeks worth of Fresh Vintage in today's post. Let's get started!



First up, check out this cute plaid wool jacket, new at TheMerchantsofVintage. It's very reminiscent of the famous Pendleton 49er jacket, but is by Bobbie Brooks

PastPerfect has recently listed an incredible array of garments from the 18th century, including this gorgeous embroidered men's waistcoat circa 1780s.

This sweet 60s minidress with lace edged dogear collar is available from GailDavid

Perfect for Spring, this floral print Kelly-style bag is new at Club Vintage

This fabulous late 1940s hat is one of a group of new hat listings at Poppy's Vintage

And what a wonderful pop of color these 1940s rayon gloves make! They were recently listed by Another Time Vintage Apparel



*Fresh Vintage* March 17 - 23

I have some fantastic new vintage listings to show you, this week's sampling of the great stuff VFG trade members list at a variety of sites day after day.



First off, a wonderful pair of 40s platform heels, with peeptoes, anklestraps and lavish gold embellishments, recently listed at MagsRags

This sweet pintucked 60s dress is a new listing at Joules Vintage 

And Catseye Vintage's new listings include this charming 60s wicker box purse by Simon of New York.

For more great vintage fashion, please visit the Vintage Fashion Guild forums. And next week, I'll see you back here with another edition of Fresh Vintage.

*Fresh Vintage* February 10-16 2011

We've got more Fresh Vintage for you - VFG weekly look at the newest listings offered by our trade members!



Cat123Creative recently listed this 1970s metallic knit evening dress by Pierre Balmain

VFG members have menswear too, such as this cool 70s ruffled tux shirt, new at Vintage Merchant



And AlleyCats has this beautiful sequined 1940s cocktail dress fresh to her AfterDarkVintage Artfire studio.

As always, to see more of this week's fresh vintage, click the title of this post to be taken to the VFG forum thread. See you next week with more!

*Fresh Vintage* February 3 - 9, 2011

We've got another great selection of new vintage from VFG members! Every week, tune in to the latest Fresh Vintage thread in the VFG forums to get an early look at our best and newest listings.



Gaildavid just sold this 50s full skirt, but the dancing rag doll print is so charming I had to share it here on the blog.



If you've been looking for the perfect early 40s LBD cocktail dress, you'll want to check out this one at Denisebrain

And Catseye Vintage recently listed this amazing WW2 era dress with hand studded sleeve detail in the shape of a cat's face.

Head over to the VFG forums to see more fabulous new vintage from this weel's thread. We'll be back next week with highlights from a new Fresh.



*Fresh Vintage* January 13 - 27

Every week VFG trade members offer a sneak pick at their newest (and most fabulous) listings. I've gotten a bit behind, so this will combine two weeks worth of Freshness into one blog post.



Tangerine Boutique recently listed this 1950s red tulle gown, perfect for a Valentines ball.

Next up, a 1920s child's cloche hat and unworn laceup child's high top shoes, sold separately at Another Time's Artfire studio, BettesBargains

MetroRetroVintage is offering this charming 30s football pin, made of wood and bakelite.

This sweet striped silk blouse is also from the 1930s and can be found at Circa Vintage's new website

Another Valentines day possibility is this cute 1960s mod zipfront dress from VintageFray

And another wonderful vintage hat, this emerald green 1940s slouch hat, a new find at Alley Cats Vintage

As always, there's more great new vintage on display every day at the Vintage Fashion Guild forums. Drop by and check it out!

A New Year of *Fresh Vintage* Dec 30-Jan5

The Vintage Fashion Guild is ringing in the new year with plenty of new vintage listings!



Past Perfect has been listing hats and shoes, including this lovely 50s wide brim hat.



If your NY resolution is to find a great new handbag, check out this 1960s mini doctor's bag purse new at Viva Vintage

And you have a few days left to bid on this amazing late 40s New Look coat, complete with rhinestone buttons, listed on eBay by Vintage Devotion

As always, there's more Fresh Vintage to check out by clicking this blog post title to be taken to the VFG forum thread.

*Fresh Vintage* December 16 to 23rd

More Fresh Vintage, offering a few highlights of recently listed goodies from VFG's trade members!



TheSpectrum listed this wonderful 1940s dress pattern last week - the striped version is especially nice.

Sweet cream! A pretty 60s beaded sweater, new at Miss Proper's shop.

And an amazing blue velvet 1930s gown, offered by AmandainVermont

Other highlights of the week's Fresh Vintage thread can be seen by clicking on the title of this post - check out the Hermes scarf, 50s party dress made from scottie dog brocade, sterling and abalone bracelet and more!

*Fresh Vintage* November 25 - December 9

Catching up on the last few weeks of Fresh Vintage, the weekly thread on the VFG forums where trade members offer sneak previews of their latest listings. Take a look at these fabulous goodies!



First up, an amazing Emma Domb ball gown from Catseye Vintage

Second Looks with a 1940s Adrian dress

An irresistably sparkly Juliana brooch offered by Metro Retro Vintage



And Glamourwear serves up more holiday sparkle, with this 60s cocktail dress by designer Jeanette Alexander.

Visit us in the Vintage Fashion Guild forums for more Fresh Vintage!

Exquisite Women's Wool Skirt Suits - Circa 1940s through early 1960s

Exquisite Women's Wool Skirt Suits - Circa 1940s through early 1960s.

The 1940s through the early 1960s was the heyday of beautifully tailored women's skirt suits, as sophisticated, and stylish now as they were back in the day.

Many of these suits were made of fine wool or silk fabric and featured exquisite details such as fur collars and lovely seaming and fit.

The Reflections of Vintage sellers network are pleased to present the following women's skirt suits currently available in their shops.

Vintage 40s 50s Designer Youthcraft Navy Blue Wool Garbardine Hourglass Peplum Jacket and Skirt Suit -- With Silver Mink Collar - Size Extra Small from CATSEYE VINTAGE

Vintage 40s 50s Glenhaven Blue Tweed Town Suit Nipped Waist B34 Size Small from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

Vintage 1940s 40s Ladies' Gabardine Skirt Suit, Large from VINTAGE BAUBLES TOO

Vintage 40s 50s Designer Handmacher Wool Gabardine Hourglass Chocolate Brown Jacket and Skirt Suit -- Size Small to Medium from CATSEYE VINTAGE

Vintage 1960s Blue Wool Suit by Forstmann B42 W30 from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

Vintage Designer Mad Men Pencil Skirt Suit, XS Sm from VINTAGE BAUBLES TOO

*Fresh Vintage* November 18 - 24

Getting this up a few days late (can I blame turkey and tryptophan?), but these goodies are still Fresh!



First up, from Linn's Collection, a spectacular brooch in wonderful colors for the holidays

Vintage Devotion has several very nice vintage furs listed currently in her eBay store, including this beauty.

And Alley Cats Vintage recently listed this fabulous late 30s/early 40s winged hat in her Ruby Lane shop.

As always, there's more Fresh vintage to enjoy by clicking the title of this post to get to the VFG forum thread. 

New at Couture Allure - Vintage Dresses and Jewelry

New at Couture Allure this week are a few vintage dresses and loads of vintage jewelry for holiday gift giving. Be sure to check our What's New page to see all the new items!

1940s two tone wool gabardine suit.

1980s pin with huge crystal rhinestones.

1960s black jacquard wiggle dress with fur trimmed jacket.

1950s Coro rhinestone earrings.

November 8th Fashion Parade *Military Salute*

November 8th Fashion Parade *Military Salute*



In honor of Veteran's Day, we salute military style, from vintage uniforms to fashion details inspired by uniforms: Double-breasted peacoats, cargo pants, comfortable boots and aviator eyewear. The earthy palette of olive greens and neutrals to naval blues all reflect our military intelligence.


Find a great vintage selection among the VFG member's offerings!

Vintage Vintage 1944 Isenberg Calvary Twill Double Breasted Trench Coat from MARIAN'S VINTAGE VANITIES CLOTHING

Vintage Randolph Engineering Aviator Sunglasses from VIVA VINTAGE CLOTHING

Vintage Vintage 40s WWII Military Style Great Coat Norfolk Pleat from BIG YELLOW TAXI VINTAGE

You can find more fabulous vintage items from more sellers at the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!