Getting Ready

Yes it's been a long time, but here I am, back from hibernating :). I will be discussing Vintage Fashions as that is my new love, oh I still love my collectibles but this is different. This is girly for me and brings flashbacks of the clothing I use to wear in the 60's, to the early 90's. Of course my style has changed since then as I am a little older, wiser and it would look silly if I did wear what I use to wear at my age. Go-go boots and hot pants, nope I don't think so.

But I do wear fashionable clothes from those eras that are more appropriate for me in this fashion conscience world.

I can't wait to dress my new mannequin, young and pretty without a flaw to her face and body. She will be my model for all my clothing listings. I did do a few with her already but as you will see I need some practice. Her hair is just all over the place so I decided to shuck it till I can find me one that will stay on. (hey anyone have ideas to share, please feel free to comment here). Here are a few photos of her.

I know I can use some of your expertise help, so do let me know any hints you can give me and thanks in advance.
Barbara

The 1980's

The beginning of the 80.s began a new year with new fashions. It was a beginning of many different styles; some were good and others, well different for clarity sake. It was anything goes and is still like that today. There were short, long, midway hemlines; there were tight, loose, baggy and such in pants. Shoes were high or low and sneakers really came into focus.

What I liked about the 80’s was being able to dress with self-expression. I didn’t have to keep up with models of those times as I was my own model. I wore whatever I felt like and didn’t care what anyone thought; (Today I am conservative in my dress style as I have changed in my outlook on life).

The clothing back then was still made in the USA and made with love and care. Today everything is made in China because it is so cheap and you can tell by the way it is put together how there is no pride or workmanship in what they do all for the sake of money. Your big designers are using China companies to make their designs plus other countries because of the money they save in doing so. But the quality, the material is cheap. Look at the seams, the patterns, the way it is put together and you will see what I am talking about.

Well back to the 80’s fashions. Here are a few that I think are lovely and fits in with today’s style and look.

 These are just two that I have time to add but I will add more soon!

Are You Getting Ready For The Holidays?

I don't know if I am getting ready or not as there is so little time to do much of anything. It just seems that the days are getting shorter and shorter. I am doing more research on Vintage Clothing than listing them. I do have so many pretty Holiday Dresses which I need to add to my website Out Of The Attic 2u

I do love the hustle and bustle of shopping but that seems like so many years ago as today its all online so its quiet, no crowds or excitement for me much anymore. I do miss those days but its so convenient to shop online than to go out in the cold and snowy climate (not yet), cold but no snow!


I will give you all a preview of what I have to list (well not all, too many of them) and if you are interested in do email me from my website and I will give you more information on the dress. I hope you enjoy these  Vintage Dresses as much as I do! These are from the 1980's.


Red Dress

Color Block Dress

Black Dress

White Dress

My Quest For Clothes

Well I am off to a good start. I added some more clothes to my shop but not all are vintage some are from the 90's and the beginning of the 2000's if thats such a term to use. I have been having fun seeking and finding what I think one would like and that includes shoes, hats and belts.

I bought a few books on the subject but haven't had the time to really read as I am taking pictures, editing them and trying to write something about the piece of clothing, shoe or belt. Yes it does take time since I have a few websites and need to take care of them also.

Here are a few more pics to look at!

Enzio Angolino Shoes

Martinez Valero Shoes

JSJ Dress

Rivera Hat

Starting Out in Vintage Fashions!

Well I am finally taking the plunge. Been wanting to do it for a long time and that is to sell vintage clothing. I opened a Ruby Plaza Shop and have been adding vintage clothes for the past few months, been a little slow at it as I am finding time to be a problem.

I love vintage clothes whether from the 1700's to the 1900's. I find then romantic, enchanting, lovely and just cute! My growing up years were when I reached 17, so I can say the clothes of the 70's to the 80's were when I appreciated fashion. The 50's and early 60's, my mom dressed me, and not bad at all, she was fashionable and dressed my sister and I on a very tight budget with a lot of hand-me-downs which she altered and made to fit.

I have never lost that concept since today I buy vintage clothing at the thrift stores, auctions and wherever I can find them. I love wearing them and now I love to sell to those who have a desire for vintage clothes.

Since I am a beginner there have been challenges to purchase, many mistakes and probably will be more. I will share some of the clothing I started with, they are cute, different and very wearable!

You can find some of these pictured at my Ruby Plaza Shop here!

Out Of The Attic 2u Vintage Fashions