I WANNA BE AT THIS PARTY!!!

 

We're swooning over these photos, the colours are so rich and beautiful. Our original vintage green and pink dresses really pop! 

The shoot by Carrot Inc. for Bellinter House highlights what a fab party venue it makes. It's grown up, laid back glamour at it's absolute best. 

I really need to start thinking about my next milestone birthday...

Dresses: Dirty Fabulous

Photography: @odryphotography

Make-up: @noeleenmua

The Happiest Of New Years To You All!

Wishing you a sparkly and fabulous New Year!

Looking forward to seeing you when we come back on January 3rd.

Caroline and Kathy

xxx

Gorgeous Vintage Gowns That'll Knock Your Socks Off! Arriving In Store Soon...

They just don't make em' like they used to! 

These incredible vintage, occasion dresses are all from the 1950's and 60's and every one of them is special. These are from our new vintage collection that will be arriving in store in the next few weeks.

You have our permission to drool.....

1950's lipstick red lace evening gown, with taffeta waist and tulle skirt

1950's white tulle, tea length prom dress with red ribbon embroidery

1950s dusky rose tulle evening gown with pink taffeta bustline

1960's lilac cupcake, organza prom dress with lace bust detail

1960's lemon organza gown with embroidered bodice

1950's Emma Domb blush pink taffeta evening gown with pearl and sequin embellishment 

It's Time To Party!!!

If there was ever a time to up the glam factor it's in December. It's the month were more is more and you can really let your outfits sparkle!

We've chosen some of our top vintage party pieces that are available in store now. Some of the pieces shown can even be purchased from the comfort of your own home (or office) on Open For Vintage  

Dancing til Midnight

1960's Sapphire Blue Brocade Wiggle Dress

€220 size 8

Rocking around the Christmas Tree

1960's vibrant green cocktail dress with rhinestone straps

€290 size 12

 

 Winter Ice

1960's dusky blue and gold chrysanthemum print brocade dress with bell sleeves

€250 size 10-12 

 Deck the Halls!

Glamourous crystal earrings 

€45

Fabulously Festive

Art Deco rhinestone brooch 

€130

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Fur Tippet €250

Baby it's Cold Outside!

1950's fur collar 

€220

Happy New Year Vintage Darlings!!!

Perhaps you'll be wearing something as fabulous or as outrageous as these ladies!!! Or maybe you'll be snuggling in with your loved ones in your pjs. Whatever you are doing, Dirty Fabulous wishes you a brilliant New Year and we can't wait to see you in January!

xxx

Christian Dior, 1961 by Mark Shaw

 Vogue Paris, 1965 by Irving Penn

 Balenciaga 1957

Helmut Newton for Vogue, 1970's

8 Favourite Dirty Fabulous Vintage Images - Occasion Wear

Our last post revealed our top picks of all the bridal photoshoots we've been involved with and this time we're moving onto the vintage, party and occasion wear. Having worked with so many talented and gorgeous people, it was super difficult to narrow the choices down but here are the ones that stand out and make us beam with delight!

Just click on the images to find the full credits and shoot images. 

Amy Huberman wearing Dirty Fabulous for Newbridge Christmas collection

Doesn't Amy look incredible wearing a vintage, Dirty Fabulous, red satin party dress in Newbridge's current Christmas campaign.

She could have stepped right out of an old Hollywood movie!

Dirty Fabulous on TV3's Xpose...woohoo!

Dirty Fabulous is 7 years in business this month and to celebrate TV3's Xpose were there to capture the 7 decades of vintage fashion that we stock in store. 

Below are some stills of feature but you can watch it in two parts on the TV3 Player here for 1910-1930's and here for 1940's to 70's

The lovely Aisling from Xpose was there to talk about Dirty Fabulous with stylist, Irene OBrien.

The shoot took place in the decadent surroundings of The Shelbourne

Make-up was by Maite from Locks and Lashes

Our stunning models were Juudit and Aisling

Hope you love it as much as we do!

  

1910 rayon and lace Titanic era wedding gown with Crystal and floral headband

Art Deco rhinestone headband and ivory silk beaded flapper bridal dress

Incredible 1930's style evening gown with crystal beading throughout worn with crystal headpiece

1940's purple floral tea dress, wine tilt hat, 1940's necklace and purple gloves

 1950's Neiman Marcus tulle wedding gown with shawl and bespoke feather comb

1960's lilac lace dress with draped shoulder, worn with bespoke floral and rhinestone headpiece

1970's boho lace wedding gown worn with silk floral headband and lace edge veil

Need a touch of sophistication? These vintage dresses ooze grown up glamour!

Oooh la la! This 1950's full skirt taffeta dress with velvet trim and rhinestones would surely make you the belle of the ball!

€310

Size 8 : bust 36, waist 26,  hips free

1940's R&K Original navy dress with baby blue collar decorated with rhinestone daisy's

€250

Size 6: b-36 w-25  h-38

Navy silk 1950's wiggle dress with illusion top. Super, super, super elegant!

€260

size 8: b32 w26 h38

This 1950's black flocked velvet dress over dusky blue lining is adorable.

 €240 

Size 6: b-34 w-24 

A dress with a lot of personality! Black velvet pom poms on a full circle prom in black and white check...Amazing!!!

€240

Size 10 b36 w28 

Could there be a more perfect little black dress? The contrast between the nude underlay and the black lace is just stunning! 

 €320 

Size 8: b32 w26 h38 

Next up is a stunning black lace 1950's wiggle dress, the tailoring is impeccable!

The neckline in particular is fabulous.

€260

Size 6: b34 w24 h34

 

This 1960's black fringed party dress is exquisite! The movement of the fringing is amazing and will have you swishing all night!

Like so!

€260

It's a size 8 :b36" w26" h36"

For your next party, fancy dinner or family event get in to Dirty Fabulous for a browse of our beautiful dresses!

Give us a call on 01 6111842 or email info@dirtyfabulous.com