The Jolly Hatted Race Night!

Racing season is upon Ladies! Hip hip hurrah! Time to get dressed up, sip champagne and have an all round glamorous time. The most important item for a Fabulous Ladies Day? 

Why the hat of course!

So, we decided to make life a little easier, and definitely more fun, by hosting a pop-up millinery extravaganza in Dirty Fabulous with bubbly, hats and general fun and frolics! 

The launch night is Thursday the 22nd of March, when we will have the fabulous Rebekah Patterson and Kate Betts in store with their beautiful creations from 4pm-6:30pm. These uber talented milliners will be on hand to advice you on the best hat for your face shape and can create a bespoke piece if you so wish. 

Of course Dirty Fabulous will have a selection of 

hand-picked retro beauties 

for your perusal if it's a more vintage look you're hoping for. 

Along with glamorous handmade and vintage hats and headpieces, we are thrilled to invite Orlagh Kilbride to Dirty fabulous for demonstrations of some fab vintage make up looks. If that wasn't enough we have Rosa Ospina to advise you on how best to wear your tresses depending on the style of hat you fancy!

The evening is RSVP, so if you are interested in attending please email us with your preferred time, 

4pm, 5pm or 6pm, and we'll get back to you. 

Of course you can call us too on 01-6111842 to book your place.

Don't fret if you can't make it in on the night, Rebekah and Kate's beautiful bespoke pieces will be in store for the week running up to the 31st of March. Leaving you plenty of time to organize your headpiece ahead of  the Irish Grand National  on the 9th of April.

Check out the beautiful images below from 

Fashion At Royal Ascot, Three Centuries of Thoroughbred Style

(Thames & Hudson)

Royal Ascot 1914

Royal Ascot 1933

Royal Ascot 1935

British newspaper, The Sphere, post 1939

Royal Ascot 1955

A little bit of vintage inspiration, work a sweet pillbox or a show stopping wide brimmed hat.

Images courtesy of My Vintage Vogue

If you're going for a retro look then Dirty Fabulous has a gorgeous selection of vintage hats and headpieces. Or go for a bespoke headpiece, hand made by the nimble-fingered Miss Caroline!

If you have a specific style in mind, let us know and we'll try our best to source it for you.

Kate Betts will be showcasing her gorgeous creations in Dirty Fabulous on the 22nd March, and her pieces will remain in store for the week running up to the end of March.

We're super excited to welcome Rebekah Patterson Millinery to Dirty Fabulous for our pre-race season bash!

Breffni

Confetti Magazine, Winter 2011

We were thrilled to feature in the Winter Issue of Confetti Magazine. I think you'll agree that the contrast between the beautiful delicate wedding gowns and the wild, rugged landscape makes for a really gorgeous shoot.

I love the styling, in particular the softening of such glamorous gowns with a pretty cardi. It's a lovely way to introduce a spot of colour and it's downright practical too! 

Who doesn't love to be comfy-cozy?!

We stock a range of 1950s and 1960s cardigans in a variety of colours, and of course if we don't have what you're looking for we'll do our best to source the shade and style that you fancy.

A big thank you to stylist Roxanne Parker and the lovely lady behind the lense, Agata Stoinska. 

1960s wool cardigan €115 

Lace and tulle prom dress €820, gold necklace €65

Earrings (part of  set) €110 and brooch €90

1960s wool cardigan €115

Vendome clip on earrings €90, 1960s cream wool beaded cardigan €115

Breffni

Fabulous Flora!

 Oh it's Spring time and the world is bursting into bloom, doesn't it just make you feel warm and fuzzy?!

With all things floral in mind, we're very excited about  

The Informal Florist , who is bringing a new quirky vibe to 

weddings and event dressing.

If you fancy a Saturday spent whiffing beautiful blooms then head to Fallon & Byrne,where Clare from The Informal Florist will be showcasing her gorgeous selection of bouquets and arrangements every Saturday in her pop-up shop.

We adore her laid back style and pretty little displays, where prairie flowers are mixed with fresh herbs. Smells divine!

So, if you're scouting for a wedding florist or just love the joy that fresh flowers bring, then pop into Fallon & Byrne every Saturday from the 10th of March and say hi to The Informal Florist herself!

Breffni

Vintage Underwear and Support Wear

 

 There's a reason models and movie stars from the 1940's and 50's look so sleek and glamorous no matter what they wear...it's down to their structural underwear!

Unfortunately for us, with our busy careers, socialising and parenting, it leaves little time to strap ourselves into such wonder garments every day. like. At least we can pull out all the stops for a special occasion like the ladies of yester-year

If you want to sashay into a room like a lady all you have to do is shimmy into some control slips, waspies or corsets.

You can of course opt for the modern equivalent known as Spanx (yuck, i know!) or there are lots of yummy vintage style alternatives out there if you spend a little time looking for whats right for you.

You could try:

www.whatkatiedid.com

Susan Hunter (located in the Westbury Mall, Dublin)

Brown Thomas

These garments aim to smooth out any little lumps and bumps and pull you in at the waist. Everything you need for that perfect, shapely figure.

Remember ladies, vintage women wore their busts high and proud so shorten those bra straps, make sure the support is there and point those puppies to the sky. Your dress will look all the better for it!!!

Need a party dress? Look to the 1960's!

Photographer: Paul Marconi www.dontshoot.me

Make up and Hair: Amanda Sharkey www.amandasharkey.com
Models 

- Izabela Stankiewicz (Blonde)
- Paulina Mastalska (brunette)
- Meagan De Burca: www.absolutetheagency.com

Styling by Dirty Fabulous

All clothing and accessories Dirty Fabulous

Image Magazine February 2012

Candy Floss

1950s Pale Lemon Prom €190 and Underskirt by Dirty Fabulous

Photographer: Christian Ammann

Styled By: Niamh O'Rourke

Adrian and Natalies Wedding Featuring Bespoke Details by Caroline

Caroline in her vintage guna with the brooch bouquet and cake topper she created.

The button holes made with vintage ribbons, feathers and manuscripts

Adrian and Natalie's gorgeous wedding photos!

I love this picture!

The gorgeous cake topper

The beautiful bride with her stunning bouquet

 

Caroline rocking a red velvet and fur trimmed vintage evening gown for the wedding festivities. 

Above are a selection of photos from our brother Adrian's and our new sister in-law, Natalie's wedding in December.

The ever talented Caroline made the boutonnieres, vintage brooch bouquet and cake topper.

The boutonnieres were made out of vintage ribbons, feathers and music manuscripts to match the bridesmaids sashes.

The stunning brooch bouquet was constructed with vintage brooches, (some of which were family heirlooms from Natalie's family) silk flowers and leaves.

The amazing cake topper was created with vintage paper that simulated palm trees to reflect Natalie's Sri Lankan heritage and toy figurine's.

A huge congratulations to Adrian and Natalie who are settling into wedded bliss.

For your vintage wedding dress and accessories call us now on 01 6111842!