New Adventures in Fashion

Happy hump day, chickadees!

Although I ADORE vintage, I also am a pretty crafty chick. That being said, I've ventured out into the world of jewelry.

Here are my first pair of leather feather earrings. I made them yesterday, posted them on my Facebook page and sold 2 pairs!I found my inspiration on Etsy and made my own versions.

Neon is HUGE for Spring, so I incorporated some neon colors.

I am now attempting my luck at a couple of necklaces. Here are some pics of the work in progress. I'm still debating on the placement of the pink and gold leaves and whether or not to make them into feathers like the above pic. I will definitely be making another pair of earrings using the pink and gold chevron pattern. The green and gold one will be my person necklace for our St. Patty's Day festivities.

I've been a busy little bee today.  So....what do you think?

xoxo
Nancy

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What I Wore - Valentine's Day Edition

Hello chickadees! I hope your Valentine's Day was magical. We actually celebrated our Vday the past 2 weekends. The weekend before last we went and had massages, then dinner and drinks. This past weekend, we went over to Louisiana to Delta Downs for a little gambling. We had a lot of fun even though we didn't hit any big jack pots :(

Anyhoo, this is the outfit I would have worn, had we gone out. I was supposed to wear it for my Galentine's Day date with my girl friends, but that got canceled. So, I decided to dress up and show you guys anyway.

80's dress from Ruby in the Dust Vintage

Belt is from Ross

40's Feather Hair Comb from Yesterday's Silhouette

Pirate Slouch Boots from JC Penney, Pattern hose from Target

I hope you liked it! As you can see, the 80's still hold a special place in my heart ♥

xoxo
Nancy

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Valentine's Looks

February 1st already???

Do you have your Valentine's day attire squared away? I was lucky enough to find my vintage dress from a fellow vintage seller right here in Houston (watch for the WIW post).

I'm sure not everyone has been lucky enough to find that perfect outfit though. Well, that's what I'm here for! I've been perusing the Etsy site to find some date worthy finds for you.  Beware though....I couldn't just pick a few items.

Here are my picks. They are sure to make heads turn!

                                                  50's Heart at Ease Dress by Stutterin Mama

                                         80's Red & Black Suede Boots by My Favorite Vintage

                                                       Mexican Bolero by Forager Shop

                                                1940's Red Satin Heels by Zwzzy - to DIE for!

                                                       Hot Pink Lingerie by Lady Monette

                                                         50's Party Dress by adVintagous

                                                 60's Enamel Brooch by Vintage Eclecticity


Remember, you can mix and match these items with modern pieces to make a look uniquely yours. I would love to see your Valentine's Day outfits. Want to share? Email them to ladyluxvintage at gmail dot com and you could be featured on the blog!


None of these your style? There are literally thousands of items on Etsy for you to choose from to suit your taste.

Happy hunting!

xoxo
Nancy

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Happy Holidays Giveaway from Baubles, Accoutrements, and Garb, Goodwill Hungtingg and Lady Lux Vintage

Baubles, Accoutrements and Garb is offering up your
choice of one of these three vintage dresses 
from her Etsy shop.

1. Size 10 Red Cheetah Print 80s Shirt Dress
2. Vintage Size 8 Blue Day Dress
3. Vintage Blue and White Twofer Style Dress, Size 12

Lady Lux Vintage is offering your choice of these two lovely 
jewelry pieces from my Etsy shop.

1. Pink, White and Gold Double-Strand Beaded Necklace
2. Crystal Embellished Gold Brooch

 

giving away your choice of one of these four original, 
upcycled jewelry designs from her Etsy shop.

1. The Daphne Earring
2. The Lucy Earring
3. The Neveah Brooch
4. Pink, Yellow and Green Feather Earrings

What is the one article of clothing that is always 
associated with the holidays? The holiday sweater,
of course! Brianna, Nancy and I want to see YOU 
style your favorite holiday sweater, as we have 
done above. Link up your blog post below, or if 
you don't have one, you can upload your photo to
Brianna's Facebook page here.

Show us your holiday spirit!

Enter HERE using Rafflecopter!!!!

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Feature Friday - Velvet and Shag

It's inevitable...everytime I list something, I find something I want to buy :)   I love vintage clothing. However, since I can't always find things to fit me (I'm a plus sized gal), I love to shop vintage home decor.  We recently moved into a house built in the 50's and there are some rooms with poor lighting. I found this amazing Mid Century lamp that I'm currently drooling over. It would go great in my bedroom.  I found it in this cute little shop called Velvet and Shag.  She specializes in  "mid century period pieces that lend a nod to the "Mad Men" aesthetic".

Check out the lamp I found



Mid Century Lamp



So, I showed it to my hubby (so maybe he would surprise me and buy it...yeah, right!) and do you know what he says???? I love the owl! Typical man....lost focus on the main point. hahaha.  Although, the owl is a little cutie too.

Go check out her shop. Obviously, she has some pretty cool stuff! Here's the link to her website which has links to all her stores, FB, Twitter, Tumblr and her blog!

http://www.velvetandshag.com/

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Fall Trends - Jade Green

Among the many fall trends for 2011 are these beautiful Jade Green dresses. Why not go "green" and buy something similar in vintage? Save a TON of money and the planet at the same time!

Yigal Azrouel, Honor and Marc by Marc Jacobs, Fall-Winter 2011
Source: Glamour.com



Vintage 1960s Green Dress



Worn with a slim belt and some booties, this would be an awesome version of the ones above.

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Feature Friday

It's time to pick one of our many favs and feature it here on our lil ol' blog.

This weeks pick comes from Sally Jane Vintage. While curating our Oh My Stripes treasury, we found this ADORABLE red and white chevron dress. I swoon over it! Unfortunately, I am no where close to being a XS-S :( so I thought I'd share with you all. 

Her shop is so freaking cute too! It's nice and organized (note to self: organize our Etsy shop to look like this). It makes for some great shopping (did I mention, it's super affordable too) I didn't find anything in her store that I didn't like.

via Sally Jane Vintage

It would look so cute with some red wedges (that I just happen to own).  Seriously, why can't I be a size XS-S?  Ok, moving on....Accessorized with some red and/or white bangles (bakelite perhaps?) YES!  Topped off with some cute, white cat eye sunglasses! Oh hell, let me just go ahead and show you what I mean:

via Vintage Bang Bang  (I just love their name too!)

via Oh Vera

via Blue Berry Deluxe



It's still hot out there (well, here in Houston it is) so this cute little ensemble would be perfect! 

Ok, so I featured a few more things today, but who's counting? I hope you enjoyed todays post and visit the shops featured.  They really so have some great items!

Have a great vintage weekend!

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Our Weekly Fav - Victory Vintage Boutique

Hello fellow vintage lovers! As promised, here is our weekly feature for a new favorite item. This one is from fellow vintage seller and blogger Victory Vintage Boutique.

Brande is the brains behind VVB and is the sweetest and most helpful person we have met online! I hope to meet her in person one day. Until then, I am happy to read her blog and see her stylings every week. Here is one of the items she has in her shop right now that we've fallen in love with.

Victory Vintage Boutique

I even told her that the dress looks FAB on her....too FAB to sell. I personally think she needs to keep it. Have I mentioned how adorable she is?

Click here to visit her Ebay shop
Click here to follow her on FB
Click here to follow her blog (you won't be sorry!)

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Chic Red White and Blue

Happy President’s Day to all you Lovelies!  In honor of this American holiday I am presenting vintage red, white, and blue.  This electrifying vintage ensemble is stylish and patriotic!  I would encourage anyone to show off their American spirit….dazzle those around you with the life this dress symbolizes!!!  Remember the Fourth of July is just a few months away Lovelies!!

60's Red White and Blue Dress

Polka dots are fun!  This red and white polka dot dress is eye-catching and the pearls are so First Lady like.  Reveal your exuberance in a sophisticated kind of way !

60s Red Polka Dot Dress

The two piece dress below is an 80’s style.  It reminds me of the 80’s soap opera, Dynasty actress Linda Evans because of its attached shoulder pads.  I was always an admirer of Linda Evans because of her ability to adorn her wardrobe in spite of her height and broad shoulders.  To all the tall broad shouldered Lovelies out there, you can also stride in style!

80s Red and White Skirt Set

Accessorize any of these outfits or one of your own with these fabulous jewels and handbags.

80s Nautical Necklace Set

80's 3 Strand Necklace

80s Nautical Necklace Set

80's Blue Bead Purse

Whatever vintage piece you opt for Lovelies just remember to own it as our model did in the photo below!  You can pull off anything with a little imagination!!! 

Happy President’s Day Lovelies!!!

 





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Etsy shop update

New items being added today. Mostly earrings. I was in an earring mood. I have TONS of items to add but earrings will be all today. Keep checking back lovelies!

Halloween anyone?

Also in green

Banana yellow!

True door knockers

Orange tigress!

Hablas espanol? Super Spanish style

I'll be home for Christmas

I heart you

Cream filled danish anyone?

Domed you want these? ok, that was corny! 

Stop by the shop and pick up a pair to add to your vintage costume jewelry collection! Spread the word...don't be stingy ;)

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