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.

A Pop Of Splendour: Part 2

Credits:
Clothing and Accesories by Dirty Fabulous 
Photography: Aga from White TeaWhite Tea 
Styling, hair, make-up: Kathy Sherry & Caroline Quinn, Dirty Fabulous | 
Models: Aisling, Claire, Sile & Ally | 
Venue: Annesbrook 

It's all about the ankles for award season!

Did you watch the Golden Globes? We watched the red carpet entrances for the fashion and a little of Tina Fey and Amy Poehlers hilarious hosting.

Even though, this year, a huge amount of movies that are on my "must see" happen to be up for nominations, here at Dirty Fabulous HQ we're all about the fashion!

The first thing we noticed about the Golden Globes red carpet was that many a Starlet had their ankles on show.

This may be a new trend for the red carpet but one that we are very familiar with. It was the norm from the 1940's to 1960's to show off your elegant shoes and wear your dresses raised to the ankles.

It can be hard to get your head around this style when you are used to wearing full length dresses that skim the floor but we think it's only gorgeous to show off some killer heels and shapely ankles!

1960's ivory lace wedding gown with dipped hem at back. 

1950s Cobalt Emma Domb gown with contrasting lining.

 

1930's Charteuse velvet gown with rhinestone pins.

 1950's emerald satin gown with train detail.

1960's ivory lace gown with train.

1960's fully beaded column gown.

1960's Emma Domb Satin Brocade empire gown.

1950's lace wedding gown

All these and more fabulous gowns in stock!

Frivillous Feathers

1920's feather fan

1960's Feather helmuts by Jon French

Evening dress | Mme. Jeanne Paquin  (French, 1869–1936) Hattie Carnegie, Inc. ca. 1938 from Adored Vintage

1920's French flapper dress by Louise Boulanger from The Met Museum

1920's periwinkle cutwork lace and feather dress from Pinterest

Ginger Rogers wearing a feather dress in 'Top Hat'

1960's House of Givency from The Met Museum

1930's wedding gown from The Frock

From Pinterest

Pierre Balmain 1950s feather and crystal gown courtesy of V&A

1960s Duck egg blue silk and feather suit from Pinterest

Who doesn't like a bit of fluff and fabulousness!!!

Although not ideal for every occasion, feathers make the perfect show stopping accompaniment for that must 'WOW' event.

And if you can't wear feathers at Christmas then when can you?!

Forget feather boas and look for feather adorned vintage dresses and capes instead.

Designers from the 1920's right up to the 80's used plush plumage's at times to decorate their masterpieces.

Dirty Fabulous often has some feathery offerings so make us your must go to shop for your next big event!

Call 01 6111842 or email info@dirtyfabulous.com for your appointment now.

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.

Stunning 1960s Nude Silk Christian Dior Suit with floral corsages

Size 8

1950's Taupe Taffeta and Lace Prom Dress 

Size 14+

1930's Metallic Sage draped gown

size 6-8

1950s Nude dress with pearl and lace shawl collar

size 12

1950s Gold satin dress with sequin bust and straps with bows

1950's pale biscuit organza wiggle dress with embroidery

1950's beautiful baby blue lace wiggle over lavender lining

Size 6-8

1940's Ed Mar mink taffeta pencil dress with dramatic sleeves

Size 8

1950s Mustard and green floral prom dress with matching belt and rhinestone detail jacket

size 14-16

1960s Malcom Starr baby blue a-line tunic with velvet rhinestone belt 

1950s Copper lace prom dress with rhinestone clips