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Monday, 13 June 2016

Spotlight on Vintage: Saint Laurent Vintage Floral Dress

We're all familiar with the brand YSL or Yves Saint Laurent, it's synonymous as one of the largest, luxury brands of our time.

Yves Saint Laurent was formed in 1961 and their ready to wear collection was labelled Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. 

Our gorgeous water colour floral print dress is from this same label. 

It has a spectacular Bardot neckline that's all the rage now. This fabulous number is a 1980's dress disguised as a 1950's one but without seeing the label it would be hard for someone to guess the era.

The print itself has soft pastel tones that are reminiscent of Monet's water lilies paintings. 

Did you know that a few years ago Yves Saint Laurent re-branded their clothing back to Saint Laurent? It caused a bit of a stir in the fashion world but they did keep the YSL logo for their cosmetics and accessories.

This stunning designer dress was be an incredible addition to any vintage mavens wardrobe. 

It's available to buy in store or on Open For Vintage. You lucky gals!!!

Thursday, 2 June 2016

5 of the prettiest vintage summer dresses!

1. 1950's white silk chiffon prom dress with bright yellow waist and embroidery.

Size 6-8

2. 1960's Forget-me-not blue, drop waist floral tea length dress.
Size 10

3. 1950's Canary yellow wiggle dress with cropped bolero.

Size 8

4. 1960's lightweight duck egg blue and purple, tea length, floral dress.
Size 12

5. Cornflower blue piped wiggle dress with ivory lace rose appliques.

Size 10-12

These dresses will be making their way from our stock room to Dirty Fabulous very soon but if you want any further details on anything you've seen just give us a call on 01 6111842 or email info@dirtyfabulous.com

Thursday, 26 May 2016

Summer Time Fashion: Vintage-Style

Dressing for hot weather can be tricky. I'm not a huge fan of the maxi dress having over-indulged in them during two pregnancies, I feel it's best we part ways!

I'm also keen to keep my thighs covered so shorts are an absolute no-no. Which is why vintage clothing is a God-send for me. Que chic capri pants, full circle skirts and lightweight cotton florals.

This year I'll be armed and ready for any hot weather and holidays with a mulitude of tea-length dresses and midi-skirts that cover everything I want but are bright and airy... bring on the next heatwave!

For some inspiration have a look at these original vintage images from the 1950's and then some of our summery dresses in currently in stock:

Dirty Fabulous summer dresses:

Monday, 24 August 2015

YSL or Saint Laurent, doesn't matter... it's fabulous!!!

You'd be pretty hard pushed to find anyone who hadn't heard of YSL or Yves Saint Laurent. I for one am addicted to their cosmetic range, particularly the Touche Eclat highlighter pen. It's a permanent fixture in my make-up bag!

But did you know the original ready to wear brand was called Saint Laurent Rive Gauche and it has since reverted back to this name.

In our most recent collection we have acquired this incredible off-the-shoulder cocktail dress by Saint Laurent. It's a 1980's creation that takes it's inspiration from the form fitting shapes of the 1950's. In fact, Yves Saint Laurent began his career as an assistant to Christian Dior before he established his own design house.

Now, who wouldn't love to own a little piece of fashion history?

Our Saint Laurent dress is a size 6-8 and is €410

Tuesday, 16 April 2013

What to wear to those special family occasions?

It can be difficult to find the right dress for a special family occasion.

Too glitzy definitely won't do but you want to look and feel fabulous for those endless family photos!

Below are just a little sample of some stunning vintage dresses that we think would be perfect for those up coming Communions, Christenings and Confirmations.

Prices begin at €180.