Back to Black

Can you feel it? Party season is just simmering on the horizon, and that only means one thing... new dresses!

We're keeping it traditional, elegant and simple with a round up of our favourite little black numbers from the current selection at My Vintage...

1980s Vintage Black Sequin and Net Evening Dress Size 8

We love this full length black party dress. Fitted sequin bodice can be worn with or without shoulder straps. Floor length sweeping skirt had a top layer of soft polka dotted netting. Stunning!

Vintage 1970s Black Chiffon Brushstroke Party Dress Size 14

 Think disco, think big hair, think 70s chiffon frock! Great little party dress in classic black with cute shimmering gold edges brushstroke print to top. Great spectrum of colours makes it easy to match up shoes and accessories. 

Womens Vintage 1980s Black Ribbon Detail Cocktail Dress Size 10

 Super sexy LBD with a cute twist. Fitted figure hugging pencil dress with full lining and back vent split. Top of dress is adorned with a full panel of curled ribbon and ribbon straps lead to 4 cute bows at the back. Everyone will talk about this dress, for all the right reasons!

1960s Vintage Black Sequin Top Evening Maxi Dress Size 10

 Prepare to be dazzled! Sexy hourglass maxi dress in classic black. Thick set straps and wet look sequins to top. We love!

Ladies Vintage 1980s Flocked Black Pencil Dress Size 12

Sleek, sexy and timelessly classy. Black pencil dress made from a thick flocked material. Adjustable bra style straps and boned top. Ribbon trim creates a lovely high waist. Hugs your body in all the right places.

So this is definitely proof that black doesn't have to be boring... And once you've decided which of the cute black frocks to go for from My Vintage, you can have fun choosing accessories! Go for bright colours like cerise, turquoise or lime, or team with bold floral shoes and handbags. Metallics are also great so theme your jewellery, shoes and bag with your eye shadow too - silver, bronze, pewter or gold all look amazing with black!

Which of these dresses do you love the most??

MV x

 

Guest blog: Vintage Powder Compacts

Hi everyone, today I'd like introduce a wonderful blogger that you may or may not already know. Louise's blog is always a great read, life with a vintage twist as she calls it. There are always lots of gorgeous pictures and a giggle or two, if you've not read it yet, head over to http://princessprudencediaries.blogspot.com sharpish! Louise is the first of my guest bloggers and she has written a brilliant post which I hope you will enjoy...

 

Louise it's over to you...

 

 

     Hello readers. My name is Louise, and I blog over at the Princess Prudence Diaries (http://princessprudencediaries.blogspot.com) about everything from arts and crafts to vintage and modern fashion. Emma has kindly invited me to write a guest blog post, so I would really like to share a passion of mine with you, Vintage powder compacts. 

 

My passion for vintage compacts began before I was even aware of it. It was a collection started by my mum when I was a teenager. In my early 20s, I began taking an interest in them myself and building my own collection, amazed by how easy it was to get started and quickly build an admirable array of compacts from various eras. Now it's a passion we share, admiring eachothers new additions and expanding knowledge of what's available. 

 

 

 

Collecting compacts is something that anybody can get into with relative ease and little expense. Furthermore, unless you are displaying your collection then you don't actually need too much space to store your treasures. A nice chest or even a sturdy box will suffice so long as the compacts are protected from damage, damp and scratches. 

 

 

 

Initially, you may want to keep your eyes peeled at car boot sales, jumble sales and charity shops. There's a massive list of manufacturers names in the compact world, but in the UK you're probably most likely to come across Yardley, Coty, Stratton, Kigu and Estee Lauder at the more affordable end of the spectrum, but names such as Gwenda, Elgin and many many more are around. Make sure and handle your prospective purchase.

 

In particular look out for:

- Enamel decoration; What condition is it in? You might be willing to accept a little damage on the compact if it is a rare piece, or if it is one you intend to use rather than display, but always try to get the best quality you can afford. 

- Hinges; are they damaged or not flowing freely? These can sometimes be repaired, but at a cost.

-Clasp; does it shut securely with a reassuring click?

-Mirror; Is it foggy, or broken? does it need resilvering? these can all be costly repairs. 

-Dents, breakages and other damage. 

 

 

 

Once you're a little more confident of what you are looking for then you might want to check out eBay, which can be a real goldmine of compacts. There are so many makes and styles that you might get carried away, but always ask the seller lots of questions about condition before you decide how much you would be willing to part with. Most of all, don't be afraid to use your acquisitions, you can buy powder to refill them, and it looks so much more glamorous coming out of your evening bag than a boring plastic case. 

 

 

 

Wow, thanks Louise, it's wonderful to hear someone talking about their passion and the compacts that you've collected are absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for the tips, I hope some of you have been inspired to start a little collection of your own!

If you would like to guest blog here, just drop me a line anytime to emma@myvintage.co.uk

For now, au revoir

x

HUGE HALF PRICE SALE!

HUGE HALF PRICE SALE!

We had such a fantastic response to our last flash sale, that we're doing it again!

Until midnight on Monday, absolutely EVERYTHING on www.myvintage.co.uk is half price!

No catches, no gimmicks, just bargains!

Don't miss your favourite item, get shopping now... happy bargain hunting!

MV 

x

October Lust List - Animal Magic...

It's been a busy couple of weeks here at My Vintage, apologies for the stream of silence but I'm back with a bang and a Lust List for October as long as my arm...

I don't know about you, but I have become a little bit obsessed with anything animal related of late. I keep discovering animal prints and embellishments that just make me swoon, so this month the lust list definitely has a furrier theme.

First up is this gorgeous handbag from ASOS Collection featuring a cute golden bunny rabbit. I just love it...

ASOS Rabbit Across Bosy Bag - £20

This fox print camisole top from Zara is the perfect base for layering this autumn...

Zara Fox Print Top - £19.99

Next up, I nearly drooled when I saw these swan print wedges from Topshop... I LOVE them and they would go with so many outfits...

Topshop Water Swan Print Stud Wedges - £78

Another cutie is this deep blue fox sweater, a bargain from next at £22 and perfect for snuggling in!

Navy Fox Sweater from Next - £22

Remember when we couldn't get kittie pumps for any money? Well there are still some splurge versions around but the brilliant fashion boffins at boohoo.com have come up with these beauties for a mere £15!!

Boohoo Parie Red Cat Face Ballets - £15

There's hardly a dry day goes by at the moment, so when it's raining cats and dogs, why not wear this brilliant wellies from Next!

Cat and Dog Print Wellies from Next - £25

I've got three cats of my own, so I do have a soft spot for ANYTHING feline. This River Island sweatshirt has got to be my pick of the bunch with it's cute 3D bow detail...

River Island Cat Bow Print Sweatshirt - £30

Keep the chill out with this beautiful bird embroidered cape from Fearne Cotton at Very... I'm in love!

Fearne Cotton Bird Embroidered Cape - £55

We also have some fab animal pieces on www.myvintage.co.uk including this warm and soft-touch stag jumper...

Retro Stag Jumper from My Vintage - £25

And finally, this blingy bit of neck candy from our range of retro jewellery transforms an every day jumper or t-shirt into something very special...

My Vintage Deer Mountain Statement Necklace - £18

I've loved this month's cuddly and fluffy Lust List and hope you have too... What was your favourite pick? 

Until next time

Em x

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Until midnight tonight there is a HUGE 50% off absolutely EVERYTHING! No codes, no catches, just grab a bargain from as little as £2!!

Hurry, or your favourite things might just disappear! Shop now at www.myvintage.co.uk