Frank Patania Sr Silver Disc Flying Saucer

Viewed from the side, the profile of this simple and elegant pin reminds one of a Mid Century rendering of a flying saucer. This may or may not be indicative of the southwest in the 1950's and 1960s. After all Roswell is close by.

Whatever the influence, this sterling piece by Frank Patania Sr, is stunning in it's simplicity.

If you aren't familiar with the Patania Thunderbird Shop, which has spanned 3 generations and 80 years creating fine art jewelry, you should check out The Patania Family and see what it's all about.

Inducted into the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection, Patania since the 1920's, the Patania Design Line features the most sought-out designs and illustrates the distinct craftsmanship from each of the three generations: Frank Patania Sr., Frank Patania Jr., and Samuel Frank Patania.

The Smithsonian Institution
Washington DC's National Episcopal Cathedral
Museum of International Folk Art
Paul Newman
Nancy Sinatra
Billy Bob Thornton
Linda Ronstadt
John Wayne
Greer Garson
Princess Margaret
Stanley Marcus of Nieman-Marcus
Georgia O'Keefe
Ansel Adams
Elizabeth Kimberly of Kimberly-Clark


This elegantly simple piece can be found by clicking on the photo.

DeLizza & Elsters Juliana Jewelry

DeLizza & Elster was a costume jewelry design house that was in business from the late 1940's through the 1980's. Today, their "Juliana" line is a favorite of collectors. The line was designed, manufactured and sent to boutiques and department stores with only hang tags to identify the jewelry. The pieces were never stamped or marked. So how do you know a particular piece is a true D&E Juliana jewel?

Juliana Jewelry the DeLizza & Elster Educational Site has pages and pages and pages of albums with pieces that have been verified or declared NOT D & E by Mr DeLizza and a committee of knowledgable experts on D & E jewelry. There are even pages of how to identify particular stones and design techniques.

Don't go there unless you have time to spend and your eyes are ready to be dazzled by all the sparklies.

I was pleasantly surprised when I submitted this piece to the site for verification and received an email the next morning telling me "Congratulations your pieces has been confirmed as a D & E piece" They even added it to the Verified album that very day. These people don't fool around and they really know their stuff.

So if you have a stunning piece that is unmarked.......go visit the site and maybe you'll be in for a surprise too.

This lovely Tiered Brooch with Adventurine Art Glass and Topaz and Peridot Marquise cut Rhinestones can be found by clicking on the photo....





"For years collectors wondered about the mysterious creator of the Juliana line - some of the most colorful and inventive costume jewelry to be found. Here Frank DeLizza, head of DeLizza and Elster Inc. tells the engaging tale of his family’s odyssey in America, their embrace of jewelry-making as their foothold in a new land and the many companies, besides Juliana, they created to sell their wares. Whether he is telling an amusing anecdote about the famous names in this glamorous world, giving us an insider’s view of designer decision-making, discussing the headaches of running a business, or describing the colorful characters in his extended Italian-American family, in the end it is Frank’s warm and generous spirit that leaves an inspiring and lasting impression." To purchase this book with its packed-full pages of highly interesting commentary, copies of designs and pages of colorful jewelry and drawings, just go to Jewelry by DeLizza and order a copy of "MEMOIRS OF A FASHION JEWELRY MANUFACTURER"

THE VINTAGE LITTLE BLACK DRESS

THE

VINTAGE LITTLE BLACK DRESS

Look, don't torture yourself. I know...you have sooooo much black! My feeling, you can't have enough little black dresses in your closet. I'm including three that I have listed on Etsy, http://www.badgirlvintage.etsy.com/

The first: a 1950s, wiggle dress with matching, lace trimmed jacket! It's cotton, it's gorgeous, it's dressy, (but NOT too dressy,) it's got a killer neckline that just screams for a necklace, and to top it off, it's perfect for warm weather.

www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=40168142

The second: A 1960s, Black Italian Knit for Lord and Taylor. OH MY...if you've got the body, this dress is for you!

Not too much I can say about this one. It's perfect for cocktails and dinner or that special date!

www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38817940

And, last but not least, is the GOOD GIRL, BAD GIRL DRESS from the 1940s. OH MY! Look at that leg action. This taffeta dress has skirt detail that you can't believe. It's pulled up, draped, folded and your leg is left out for all to see.

www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35941031

So you see, there's little black dresses and then there's VINTAGE LITTLE BLACK DRESSES! You'll always be well dressed when you wear the little black dress...so, stock up! They NEVER go out of style. To see more, look on Etsy.com. Whatever time period you are in love with, you'll find what you want there.

http://www.etsy.com/

http://www.badgirlvintage.etsy.com/

Linda Wink

Bad Girl Vintage

52 N York Rd

Willow Grove, PA 19090

215-870-6249

http://www.badgirlvintage.com/

We are planning our time away from Tacoma.
Not that Tacoma isn't a swell place to visit...what with the MOG, the Point Defiance, the water....all.that.water.


mountain and bridge...


But I like to travel a tiny bit. Mark hates all travel. He drives for a living. Ha ha.I think we should pack it in.....
Ralph Lauren...I got your props right here buddy...




But what to pack? Where am I going?

Some good walking shoes... that will go with jeans and skirts...

a pretty skirt.....perfect at the park or out to dinner...

always pack a good pair of leather boots....you may want to walk thru the forest or a pretty park for a picnic....


a sensible dress that has pockets, that looks good pressed or wrinkled....good cotton khaki will do........
a suit is a great idea, if it's in an excellent fabric, like wool, for instance......it packs, it's versatile and easy to care for.....wrinkles fall out.....and it classes up a simple skirt or a pair of jeans......





take plenty of money......send postcards.......

Vintage jewelry at Dandelion Vintage

I am dipping into a huge collection of antique and vintage costume jewelry, so the Jewelry Department at Dandelion Vintage will be expanding over the next few weeks/months.
This week I added 40 pieces of jewelry -

• Vintage jewelry - 4  rhinestone chokers and a gold filled flower pin
• 13 more pieces of vintage Jewelry - Sterling novelty pins, Little Nemo, Beau Sterling, Trifari and  Palm Trees pin and bracelet plus others.
• 12 More Pieces of Jewelry - Lucite bird pin, wrap bracelets, a fish, a ballerina, a couple in a car and more
• 10 more pieces of jewelry - Including a plastic majorette pin, a Charlie McCarthy pin, Kramer rhinestone bracelet, 1940s fruit basket earrings and more rhinestones pieces. Also a mini travel pen/pencil set with rhinestones

Bye for now, Carol
http://www.dandelionvintage.com/

WallflowerVintage presents: Liz' Turn

Wha wha wha....? I guess you could say I'm a little crazy, but never mind that, I'm a whole 'nother lazy. I got this closet with some laughable clothes, making my performance, bending the folds. I take no advice from those who have none, but give it all out to those who need fun. Whether it's music, fashion, or yes, those boys. I'm always here, posed and poised. -Liz

End of coat season clearance at Born Too Late Vintage!

Coat season is just about over so we're having a blow out sale at Born Too Late Vintage!

Mens dress coats, leather jackets and womens coats of every shape and size are now on sale!

So what are you waiting for? Let's go shopping!

"Tie One On It's A Sweetheart Of A Sale"

Starting February 7th and ending February 14th.
Save 25% On All Scarves On The Site!
Coupon Code VAL25

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Paula
The Vintage Scarf

New at Couture Allure - Vintage Dresses and Accessories

New this week at Couture Allure are several vintage party dresses and lots of new vintage accessories including hats, scarves, and sterling silver jewelry from Mexico. Check out all the new goodies in our What's New section on the site! And if you want up-to-the-minute reports when new items are listed on the site, become a fan of Couture Allure on Facebook.

1950s Sheared Beaver fur hat and muff stenciled with a leopard print.

1940s wide brim straw hat.

1940s Glentex scarf with Carnivale theme.

1960s gold and black full skirted party dress in a large size!

1960s Jonny Herbert magenta satin party dress.

1950s Suzy Perette full skirted party dress.

Vintage & Antique Eyewear: What to "LOOK" For

With many retro-styled reproductions of vintage eyewear -- both mens military issue style and women's cateye frames -- on the market, and yes, even on etsy, it's easy to be fooled by a convincing vintage-looking pair of eyeglasses. However, there are some things you can look out for if you're interested in getting a good pair of frames that will withstand the test of time, and possibly even the hands of a grabby toddler!

It's probably not vintage, IF:

**It says "China" anywhere on the frame

**It is marked with a website URL name anywhere on the frame

**It comes with clear plastic / fake lenses. Granted these are easy to remove, so this is not a hard and fast rule.

**It has no mark, no brand name, and no size marking on the frames or the arms (bows/temples). Note that some sellers "name drop" a brand name or style name in the listing -- if it's not clearly stated in the listing, ask the seller whether the frames are marked. Note, some antique or vintage frames may not be clearly marked, or the mark may have worn off, but in these cases, the frames will more than likely be holding a former owner's pair of prescription lenses (instant 'provenance'!)

**It has the words 'hand polished' written on it. (Zoom on the pix to see details)

**If the seller uses the word "retro" in the listing, it may not be vintage (also not a hard & fast rule -- some may be unaware of the shades of difference and this is perfectly understandable)

**If the frames have no wear, then a real vintage / antique pair should generally come marked with a brand name, imprint, tag, or envelope.

**If you have any questions -- ASK before buying!

What's the difference? Well, they may look the same in some ways, BUT cheap repros are cheap for a reason: they may not be made for serious everyday wear. They may not be made of materials that are of professional quality, that can withstand the usual heating and movement generally required during a professional opthalmic fitting. The metal studs on the face of those g-man style frames may be made of chromed plastic -- they may be simply decorative, and fall off at some point. The rhinestones may not be crystal at all but cheap plastic that is considerably less glossy, and factory-embedded into a plastic molded frame. The shape of the cat-eye may be less iconic than vintage fifties eyewear; the rhinestones may be formed in a typical diamond shape at each corner (very rectilinear). Finally, they may not be intended for prescription lenses at all. The frames below are not vintage, but the linked vendor clearly states this.

Alley Cats Vintage

Vintage 1950s Bridal White Lace Beaded Wedding Dress Gown Full Skirt Lace Train Sz Small

50 Brand New Auctions (and Buy-It-Nows!) This Week!

Already down to 47 in 24 hours!

Vintage and retro dresses in all shapes and sizes, plus some shirts for the boys! Here's jus a peak!

Plus more fun items in the store at www.popfizzvintage.com

Now on twitter! www.twitter.com/popfizzvintage

80's "Saratoga" Wedding Gown

Saratoga Wedding Gown / Dress & optional veil open link
This lovely gown from the 80’s has been worn once. It has been in a vacuum sealed storage ever since the wedding day. So it is in excellent condition.
It is a “Saratoga” and ivory in color. It is bejeweled with pearls, sequins and lace and set on chiffon over a satin lining. A size 8 that fits close to the bodice in an empire line. Sheer long sleeves with lovely lacy wrist décor. A long train that pins up in the back on 3 buttons. Zippered back and hook and eye at top and waist.
I have a veil as well, that is optional, at no extra charge. It is a lovely bejeweled crown fitted piece. I can send you pics of this too. This dress is gorgeous!

Dive Into Summer at Alley Cats Vintage on Main Street Mall....



Vintage RARE Surf Eze Knit Olive Green and Black Swimsuit Westwood Knitting Mills of Los Angeles

See What's New at Alley Cats Vintage on Main Street Mall....




1950s Designer Tina Leser Two Piece Swimsuit

And More Sickness.....

From: The Family Vintage

Peacock/Floral Palazzo Pants....these are completely awesome (awesome is old school speak for fabulous)

Cage Back Floral Gauze Dress....interesting calf length, which we are loving

A+ Super Cute 70s Dress

80s Lillie Rubin....40's silhouette....Silk Cocktail Dress....Gorgeous!!

Nude Beaded Deco Tunic....flapper

Chiffon Peignoir Set.....ruffles you could eat with a spoon

SHOP NOW LOVE

Sick Vintage

From: The Family Vintage

We heart knit fringe sweater/jumper.

Tie Dye Drape Jacket....tails and all

Art Nouveau Lady's Head Print.....babydoll mini dress

Smoke 'em If You Got'em.....avant garde jumpsuit....second hand.....cigarette/smoking print

Through the Looking Glass

Take a curious, naughty girl, a rabbit, some hat glue and a wild, fantasy -induced imagination and what have you got? A marvelous story in Wonderland. Cheers.

SALE!

Last Day to Enter to Win 4 Dover Paperdoll Books!

"Antique Fashion Paper Dolls of the 1890s"

Today is the last day to enter to win 4 Dover Publications paperdoll books featuring clothing from the 1800s - 1890s. Pop on over to the Couture Allure Blog and enter to win today!

Rayon Seamed Stockings, 1940s Hats, Late 1960s dresses & more at dandelion Vintage

Just added at Dandelion Vintage - http://www.dandelionvintage.com/

• 3 items from the 1930s - includes a gorgeous blue embroidered silk piano shawl, a wrap uniform and an as-is kimono
• 7 items from the 1920s - includes a great Silk Sphinx Purse, a yellow rayon hat, 2 teddies and other purses that need TLC
• 6 pairs of rayon and cotton seamed stockings - assorted sizes from the 1920-30s, unworn
• 11 hats - some great 1940s hats and some from the 1950-60s
• 11 aprons - great aprons from the 1940s - 60s
• 12 cute dresses - from the late 1960s to 1970s
• 6 more late 1960s dresses

Bye for now, Carol
http://www.dandelionvintage.com/

WallflowerVintage presents: Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras - also known as Fat Tuesday, Karnival, Shrove Tuesday, and Carnival is celebrated on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. This year it falls on February 16. A day to feast and confess before Lent begins.

Mysterious society balls open to wide-eyed Debutantes and masked men; beckoning them inside to candle-lit frivolities mixed with giddy pleasures.

Tomorrow we fast.