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Friday, April 1, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Miriam Haskell Jewelry
In the early days of Haskell jewelry, when Frank Hess was the head designer, Haskell put no identifying marks on their jewelry. As a mater of fact it was not marked at all until about 1947. Today the early unsigned pieces are recognized from vintage art work and advertisements, and by their wonderful detail, hand work and design.
(Source: morninggloryjewelry.com)
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Best Brooches: Blair Waldorf
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Vintage Castlecliff
I listed my first Castlecliff find today. I had never heard of them before.
Apparently they started in New York in 1918 as The Castlecliff mark was first used in 1940 and their jewelry was sold in major department stores. The famous watch maker Lucien Piccard took over the company in the late 60's.
My research led me to these great vintage ads for Castle Cliffe.
Apparently they started in New York in 1918 as The Castlecliff mark was first used in 1940 and their jewelry was sold in major department stores. The famous watch maker Lucien Piccard took over the company in the late 60's.
My research led me to these great vintage ads for Castle Cliffe.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Whiting and Davis
They were most popular in the 1930s and came in many different colored and patterns. Here are a few examples:
photos and info via http://www.bagladyemporium.com
Best Brooches: Michelle Obama
She shows how brooches can add style and flair to even the most conservative of outfits. Her simple solid colored shift dress becomes a statement piece with a large enamel flower brooch at the shoulder. A brooch transforms stuffy cardigan or blazer into a playful and retro, yet refined outfit.
Monday, February 14, 2011
LUXXOR Vintage on Pinkbow.net Part 2
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Brooches at LUXXOR Vintage
Today is LUXXOR's 1 Year Anniversary
That's right. LUXXOR Vintage was born on a lonely February 14th one year ago. Making this Valentine's Day the shop's one year aniversay!
Celebrate with 20% off your entire order from now through February 14th, 2011 with coupon code VDAYM20.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
LUXXOR Vintage on Pinkbow.net
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Advanced Style
One of my favorite things is the blog Advanced Style.
My favorite thing about the site are the video interviews of stylish older women discussing fashion and personal style.
Here is one if the best (and quirkiest) ones, with the incredible Ilona Royce.
My favorite thing about the site are the video interviews of stylish older women discussing fashion and personal style.
Here is one if the best (and quirkiest) ones, with the incredible Ilona Royce.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Best Brooches: Little Edie
Brooches are one item of jewelry that hasn't quite made it into the 21st century. Personally, I think they are a versatile and chic addition to any jewelry collection. I think the fact that they are not overly popular now makes wearing one even more fun. They are so decidedly vintage looking that wearing one is always and expression of personal style. With some creativity you will find that there are endless ways to wear a brooch.
That's why I am staring a new segment called Best Brooches. I hope it will inspire you to try wearing a brooch.
For the first edition I am happy to feature cult fashion icon and brooch revolutionary Little Edie Beale. If you don't know who she is, watch Grey Gardens (and preferably not the Drew Barrymore version.)
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