All The Colour And All The Fun At Bellinter House!

Ooh this shoot is giving us all kinds of romantic feels!

It was produced by Carrot Inc. for Bellinter House to showcase this gorgeous venue. You don't even have to imagine how wonderful your wedding photos would look, just see above! 

All of the dresses are from Dirty Fabulous and we think the colours and styles look sublime in the glamourous, country house setting. 

The brides ruffled, 1950's, tea length dress is one my personal faves!

Photography: @odryphotography

Make-up: @noeleenmua

Flowers: @kildarecutflowers

Break Out The Brocade!

An explosion of colour at Winter should be an essential fashion trend every year. I mean how can wearing only black and grey in the darker months bring a smile to our faces?
Don't get me wrong, I'm a big fan of dark colours, I wear them right through the year but here at Dirty Fabulous HQ we also wear bold colours the year round, maybe even more so during the Winter months.
I'm sure (not sure) it's been proven somewhere that bright colours makes you happy! At the very least you should give it a try and see for yourself.
The Fall/Winter 2017 runways were jammed packed with daring prints and glossy, rich tones. Gucci and Erdem in particular knocked it out of the park!
These bold brocades and embroidered fabrics are nothing new. They were huge in the 50's and 60's and were often worn to the most fanciest of occasions, they aren't just for soft furnishings you know!
Take some inspiration from the new and old:

 Erdem Fall 2017

 Gucci Ready to Wear Fall 2017

Gucci Ready to Wear Fall 2017

 YSL for Dior 1957

 Nina Ricci 1955

 Christian Dior 1957

 1950s evening gown

 1957 brocade dress

 YSL for Dior 1958

1956 floral brocade dress

Dirty Fabulous Gorgeous Fabrics:

Magpie Issue 3: New York State of Mind

We were pleased as punch when one of our sparkling vintage dresses got to go on a little holiday to New York! 

This incredible vintage Lillie Rubin dress is dazzling beyond belief. We like to think it had a right ol' party when it was on shoot with stylist Courtney Smith and photographer Alex Hutchinson!

You can see it now in the gorgeous 3rd edition of Magpie magazine. 

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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

Party the night away in Purple!

The next month can be a busy one for social outings, work parties and get-togethers. It's not quite the festive season, but the run up to it can be just as cheery!

We have some fabulous vintage cocktail dresses that are perfect for any in-between seasons.

These 1950's and 60's numbers in various shades of purple are spot on for Winter parties.

Dress them up with coloured tights and heels or go a little more casual with a little cardi or wooly knit on top. 

Boom! Styling dilemmas solved!!!

Our vintage party wear ranges in price from about €180 to €350 for our completely unique and special dresses. 

These dresses and more are available in store now by appointment or shop now on Open For Vintage.

FEEL LIKE AN ORIGINAL IN ONE OF OUR DIRTY FABULOUS DRESSES!

Jess's Top 3 Vintage Outfits!

We recently shared Carolines top 3 favourite pieces in Dirty Fabulous and next up is our lovely intern Jess. 

Jess has been learning about all the ins and outs of Dirty Fabulous and what's really involved in running a business. We've also made sure that she's had plenty of opportunities to get to know the clothing and style a few outfits. These are some of her fav's...  

Look 1: Summer Fun

1960's lemon yellow cocktail dress with 60's floral hat, orange gloves and patent bag.

Look 2: Formal Glamour

1950's emerald green taffeta evening gown with ivory bodice with floral embroidery and rhinestones

Look 3: Make way LBD's it's time for the Little Grey Dress!

1950's gorgeous dark slate grey satin prom dress with light grey accents decorated with sequins and beading.

Worn with a 1960s black crystal necklace, silver beaded bag and bespoke birdcage veil.