Showing posts with label 1930s. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1930s. Show all posts

Wednesday, 8 August 2018

Off To The Races

Whether you're in the midst of race season or already planning for ladies day next year, take a little time to soak up these inspiring vintage images.
One of the things we adore about vintage fashion photographs is how complete every outfit was; from the make-up, headpieces, gloves and hat, each was an important element.
Every accessory was coordinated  and no detail overlooked. A flawless finish was de rigueur. 
Vintage fashion is a fabulous place to start to searching out interesting style ideas that you know are going to be classic, playful and oh so chic! 
Probably the most important aspect of any Race Look is the hat. It's the ultimate accessory and so important that sometimes people start with the hat and then match the dress! We have an incredible and extensive collection of vintage hats from the 1930's to 60's in stock.  Just take a peak at a few of them further down and some example of how they could be styled with our vintage dresses.
  
 ORIGINAL VINTAGE FASHION PHOTOS
1955 Mary Jane Russel








DIRTY FABULOUS VINTAGE HATS

1940's dusky grey, wide brim hat with flowers

 1940's Mr Joseph topper hat with orange floral spray

 1940's black open weave hat

1950's pillbox red raffia hat

 1940s mushroom and cream lace widebrim hat

1960s yellow raffia hat with netting

 1940's cream hat with red roses

 1950s yellow lace bandeau hat with net

 1940's black and white woven beret with roses

DIRTY FABULOUS STYLED VINTAGE LOOKS









Thursday, 15 March 2018

Happy St Patrick's Day - we're proud to be Irish!

It's time to pull out ALL the green from your wardrobe!
St. Patrick's Day is a time for family fun, maybe a parade in the pouring rain, a hot whiskey and all the green, white and gold you can imagine!
Whether you spend the day in hiding or go the whole hog we have a long weekend to think about, and cherish our Irishness. We love our little country and the people in it so we'll be kicking up our heels with the kids and most likely dressing like an Irish flag!
Maybe we'll take some inspiration from these glamorous ladies of the 40's and 50's , or maybe we'll look like bedazzled shamrocks...you'll have to wait and see!!!

Photo by Frances McLaughlin-Gill's, April 1952 Glamour

Image of Isabella Albonico, photo by Gleb Derujinsky, Harper's Bazaar, February 1960

Photography by Cecil Beaton for Vogue, 1940

Dirty Fabulous Vintage












Tuesday, 30 January 2018

Veils: Will You Be Wearing One?

If you're toying with the idea of wearing a veil but can't decide whether it's too "bridal" or not really you, then I'd recommend giving it a whirl!
If you are in two minds at all, then at least try a few different styles on. I've yet to meet a bride who regretted wearing a veil on her big day. I didn't wear one when I got married, and looking back, I wish I'd taken the plunge as there's really no other occasion to rock a gorgeous tulle veil!
That's not to say a veil is for everyone. If even the thoughts of trying one gives you the shivers or its too out-there for your personal style then avoid at all costs, and don't let someone else talk you into wearing one! Stay true to yourself and what you want.
So, for any of you undecided brides looking for inspiration, here are a collection of real wedding photos with a range of beautiful veils along with new and vintage veils from the Dirty Fabulous bridal collection. 
Once you've decided yes, then comes the fun part: What length? Elaborate or simple? Vintage or new? Better try them all.... Enjoy!!!

Image Via Style Me Pretty photography by Catherine Guidry

Image Via Love My Dress photography by Life Stories

Image via Once Wed photography by Jessica Burke

Image via Style Me Pretty photography by Sophie Kaye Photography

Image via Style Me Pretty
Photography by Leighanne Herr

Image via Once Wed photography by Bryce Covey

Image via Love My Dress photography by Rachelle Simoneau

Dirty Fabulous Bridal and Veils
Images by Peter Carvill


Dirty Fabulous Bridal and Veils




Vintage Veils Currently In Stock






Are you convinced? Sure why don't you come in and try some on....
Get in touch to arrange your appointment for some frothy, tulle trying!