Shabby Apple Goes South Pacific
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. The more I see of Shabby Apple, the more I think that these girls are swing dancers. Who are you? I’m very intrigued. The latest Shabby Apple collection has us...
View ArticleWhat Katie Did – Reproduction and Vintage-Inspired Lingerie
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Last week I embarked on a quest for nude seamed stockings. I have little patience for wading through lingerie websites, so I solicited Facebook for ideas. When...
View ArticleAnthropologie: Issue Seven 2011
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I’ve been sorely disappointed with Anthropologie’s spring and summer offerings, but they have finally returned to greatness with an eye toward fall in their...
View ArticleBernie Dexter Clothing
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. If you’ve been to just about any website that sells rockabilly clothing, you’ve probably seen Bernie Dexter, a lovely model who looks like Bettie Page...
View ArticleParasols
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. With this summer’s record-breaking temperatures, it becomes even more necessary to either take cover or create your own cover at outdoor events. In between...
View ArticleWhy I Wear Vintage
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I’m certain there are many arguments against wearing vintage clothing and I’ve probably heard most of them: “I can’t afford it.” “It’s too fragile.” “Vintage...
View ArticleMiss L Fire Fall 2011 Collection
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. OH. MY. HAWT. It’s been a long time since I came across a shoe that I couldn’t get out of my head, that I was so distracted about that I couldn’t focus on...
View ArticleCrimson Gardenia
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I am always so happy when one of our own embarks on a business venture that is an outgrowth of the love of Lindy Hop and vintage culture. Australian dancer...
View ArticleCabiria: Vintage Style in Sizes 12-24
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Flaminia dress in a cherry print I can thank milliner Joei Reed for directing me to this gem – Cabiria‘s tagline is “whimsical, sensual style in sizes 12-24,”...
View ArticleJohnston & Murphey Holbrook Linen Cap Toe
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. BEHOLD! I give you this glorious new shoe from Johnston & Murphey – the Holbrook Linen Cap Toe! I can’t think of many other shoes more worthy of a linen or...
View ArticleTrollied Dolly
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. THE sailboat dress Incessant scanning of the Mod Cloth website can lead you to discover new brands that you instantly love – I fell in love with this sailboat...
View ArticleDapper Designs on Etsy
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Dapper dancers in Tampa Tampa, Florida dancer Tom Blair tipped me off to Dapper Designs, an Etsy store that specializes in bow ties, hair bows, and other...
View ArticleDownton Abbey Jewelry Collection
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I realized tonight that I haven’t written about the Downton Abbey Jewelry Collection, even after purchasing a pair of earrings, but it took me wearing them last...
View ArticleCollectif Clothing – 40’s and 50’s Inspired Clothing from the UK
Keyhole cable knit with a bow? YESPLS This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I have been on the hunt for knitwear to pair with my Chloe Hong trumpet skirts to transition them into winter and fall. My...
View ArticleWearing History Review: Smooth Sailing Trouser and Norma Jean Blouse
This is what 5:00 a.m. at RDU looks like. I see that Wearing History will be one of the vendors at Cal Bal (the California Balboa Classic) and thought this would be a good time to review the clothing I...
View ArticleMiss Candyfloss’ Dior 1947 New Look-Inspired Fall Collection
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Chic. There are any number of reproduction companies making 1950’s-inspired clothing, but very few that have been quite this incisive or referential to the...
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