Category Archives: Know Your Designers

Halston & American fashion

Posted on April 27, 2009 by

Halston, one of the first, truly American designers.  How much more American can you get when you’re born in Des Moines, Iowa and you spend your childhood creating hats and altering clothes for your mother and sister! First known as … Continue reading →

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The mod world of Mary Quant

Posted on April 13, 2009 by

We have the Brits to thank for the mod movement if not the existence of the clothing boutique itself.   And perhaps most of our gratitude for both should rest at the feet of Mary Quant, maybe the most influential designer/boutique … Continue reading →

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Vintage Style Alert: the 40s

Posted on March 30, 2009 by

If the Paris RTW runways were any indication, the 40s and the 80s will be the influential decades on today’s looks. Personally, I’m more interested in the forties look. First some background… There are two primary silhouettes for the forties … Continue reading →

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Know Your Vintage Designers: Ceil Chapman

Posted on March 17, 2009 by

Draping, tucking and folding:  these are the hallmarks of a Ceil Chapman dress. Often said to be Marilyn Monroe’s favorite designer, Ceil Chapman created beautiful body-consciousness styles that celebrated the female figure.  Born on Staten Island, the native New Yorker … Continue reading →

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