This gown I probably will display only as the bodice is super small and does not even connect in the back on my dress form, but it is lovely! The gown is made of soft olive colored silk, beautiful hand sewn appliques and has a sturdy brown lining. The teal decoration on the bodice is … More Early 1900s Antique Olive Silk Gown
This is one of my most special gowns I own due to the fact I have a photograph of the woman who owned this dress. Her name was Jane Kerr and lived in North West England. Born May 27th 1859. The story of this gown is that when she had the photo taken she was … More Late 1890s Embossed Satin Mourning Gown
This amazing antique Edwardian era white pleated silk lace appliqué ruffle trim bell sleeve bodice blouse dates from 1910. It is made of an off white ivory color silk fabric with pleating, drawn thread cutwork, ecru cream color lace appliqués, chiffon ruffles and pink floral roses print silk moiré ribbon trim details. This fabulous fanciful … More 1910 Bodice
As a Christmas gift I received this amazing 1910 Edwardian wool coat. There is wonderful elaborate beading and tambour embroidery on the collar and on the sleeve panels. The sleeves are open at the sides, and there is an arm hole where both arms would slide through. I was told it was originally from a … More 1910 Edwardian Wool Coat
This is a lovely pink silk charmeuse dinner gown, ca. 1908. It originally came from Augusta Auctions and was auctioned in New York April 20th 2016. The piece is entirely handmade and has Brussels lace applique on tulle, along with a Brussels mixed lace bertha. When I received this gorgeous gown, the lining was completely … More 1908 Pink Silk Charmeuse Gown
This week I want to present another special gown of mine. It has a label inside that says “Cobaugh, 1060 Rose Building Cleveland”. #1 is written in ink beside the print. It is a black two piece 1905 Sequin Gown in the iconic S curve silhouette shape. This style was quite popular at the time. … More 1905 Edwardian Black Sequin Gown
This is a great fan I found at a vintage expo. It has the original box it came in and the lace on the fan is all intact with no splits. It is beautiful and I take it out sometimes to go with my outfits. Here are some close up images of the fan!
This is not so much a vintage piece as it is a very special piece worn and owned by 1980s singer Laura Branigan. Laura Branigan was well known for her song Gloria in 1981 and Self Control in 1982. Suzan Abbott is the designer of this magnificent cape. Laura typically would wear it to various … More Singer Laura Branigan’s Cape
This is a Late Victorian/Early Edwardian velvet day dress. Designed in the late 1890s to early 1900s. It is made of a dark blue velvet, has beautiful beaded tassels on the skirt and on the top. It has some beautiful tatting on the sleeves and on neckline collar. You can tell it’s a day dress … More Late Victorian Velvet Day Dress
Edwardian Lady Gwendolyn Lilliette Garland 