I was ecstatic when I had the opportunity to spend the afternoon raiding my mother’s wardrobe. Amongst the gems was this gorgeous box pleat dress. I love the pleating in the skirt, drop waist, brocade inspired print and of course the colours. Teaming with a green coat makes for a vivid alternative to traditional monochrome winter staples – thanks mum!

Links à la Mode : April 2nd

• 39thandbroadway.com – Clothes don’t just make themselves. Seriously!
• alixrose – Snap Style Shot Interview with Clutch22
• Breakfast at Saks – An interview with Nicole LaFave, creative director of Omelle shoes
• clutch 22 – DIY – From Belt to Bondage Anklets in 20 minutes
• Daisy Fairbanks Vintage – Drool-worthy vintage auction in Chicago
• Debutatnte Clothing – Debutante Clothing produces a video of Decades’ vintage couture runway show
• dramatis personae – How to Buy a Corset {part 2}: Exploring Cost, Sizing, Styles, and other features when buying a corset.
• FashionMind
• Fasshonaburu – Life After Out Of Stock: Tips for surviving a fabulous item going out of stock before you can buy it!
• Independent Fashion Bloggers – Fair Use Explained: More on Copyrighted Images on Blogs
• LA Pretty – Our coverage of Los Angeles Fashion Week:
• Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Fashion – d their impact on young girls.
• Mademoiselle Robot – A vintage style consultation with Vintage Secret.
• Nico Assatly – On the set of Ugly Betty!
• Or False Glitter – An eyeliner guide from an eyeliner lover
• reLYME – A look back at two of Britain’s most famous 1960’s models, Celia Hammond and Patti Boyd.
• Retro Chick – Clutter City: Retro Chicks first trip to the Norwich handmade and craft fair
• Super Kawaii Mama – DIY Couture – Vintage Style.
• THE COVETED – Interview with Socially Conscious, Rock & Roll Fashion from EDUN
• The Musings of Ondo Lady – Looking through the lens of iconic photographer, Annie Lebovitz
• Wendy Brandes Jewelry – Nice try, Balmain. This is what an ’80s jacket looks like

Vineyard Vintage collects and sells vintage Chanel jewelry pieces. They are guaranteed authentic and in fabulous condition. They also carry the very limited edition pieces of, Gripoix Poured Glass and can see the collection here.
Other pieces they carry: Bracelets, Necklaces, & Earrings.

Another piece I found that I adore is this ring.
“The perfect mix of old meets new. Wonderful star pattern done in beautiful ruby red, yellow, emerald green and pink poured glass stones. The entire piece is circled by faux pearls and it just wouldn’t be Chanel without the signature CC logo in the center of this masterpiece. Done in all gold-tone. This piece is in mint condition, never worn and tag still attached. “

We’re huge fans of Etsy shops at Fashion Luvr, so we’re super excited to tell you about a March Madness sale at one of our faves, Erstwhilestyle. Throughout March, first time buyers get 5% off their order (pre-shipping) and repeat customers get 10% off.*

Erstwhilestyle brings you only the best in vintage fashion. At the online store you’ll find a carefully selected mixture of classic clothes and current trends from around the world (and they ship around the world too!).

Top current picks include a fun bright orange cape sweater that’ll be perfect to throw over a tank dress or bikini this summer, a sequined tiger stripe top, and a fabulous pair of over-the-knee high heel black boots.

The difference will be refunded via Paypal. The deal ends midnite EST on March 31.

Vintage shopping can be many things, from exhausting to exhilarating, but one think it’s definitely not is guaranteed. You can comb through a vintage store or even an entire vintage flea market and still not find those perfect high-waisted 1970s jeans or that 1950s little black dress you’ve had on your wish list for two years. This is why we’re so happy to tell you about Blue Bird Vintage, an online vintage boutique that features the perfect pair of 1970s jeans and the cutest 1950s LBD, as well as an ongoing supply of carefully selected vintage clothing, mainly focusing on the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. New items are posted weekly and you can check their blog for upcoming sale items. No more combing through vintage dud after vintage dud. Rejoice!

Our top pick for this week’s sale is a pair of high-waisted bell bottom jeans. Cantaloupe orange piping along the pockets adds an adorable flair to these pale blue 1970s trousers. Bidding starts at only $9.99.

Also, keep your eye out this week for a fantastic pair of 1970s khaki corduroy bell bottoms with Native American inspired arrow detailing on the pockets, and an Audrey Hepburn style little black dress with a boatneck top and belted waist.