Cool Summer Fashions From the Reflection...

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Vintage Fashions

Red, White and Blue - Fourth of July Colors

With Fourth of July right around the corner, Red, White and Blue, the color of the U.S.A.'s flag is on everyone's mind. The members of the Reflections of Vintage seller's network have the perfect Summer dresses, shorts, sunglasses, shoes, and hats for your consideration.

Please visit our shops to see more beautiful vintage clothes and accessories!

Catseye Vintage has these great Hawaiian summer dresses and a fabulous pair of hand carved shoes in Red, White, or Blue:

Vintage 80s does 50s Hibiscus Print Hawaiian Full Skirted Sundress Party Dress -- Size XS to S from CATSEYE VINTAGE

Vintage 60s Hand Carved Wood 3-D Pagoda Tiki Hut Platform Wedge Shoes Sandals with Crocheted Top - Size 5 - 6 from CATSEYE VINTAGE

Vintage 60s Blue Hawaii Abstract Tropical Print Aloha Hawaiian Cotton Barkcloth Maxi Dress -- Watteau Pleat -- Size S to M from CATSEYE VINTAGE

After Dark Vintage has a wonderful pair of red 50s sunglasses, a fabulous white hat and a blue dress and jacket ensemble:

Vintage 1950s Red Plastic Sunglasses from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

Vintage Andrea Bridal White Straw Netting Wide Brim Hat from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

Vintage 1950s Royal Blue Two Piece Dress Jacket Andrew Arkin B42 from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

My Vintage Cocktail has these fabulous embroidered red shorts, a lovely Whiting and Davis handbag, and a nautical themed navy blue and white suit from the estate of Tabak of California designer Irene Saltern:

Vintage 50s RARE Designer High Waist Nautical Pinup Short Shorts, Rear Zip, XS Sm from MY VINTAGE COCKTAIL

Vintage 70s Whiting and Davis Enamel Mesh Shoulder Purse Sling Bag Clutch, Vegan from MY VINTAGE COCKTAIL

Vintage Designer 50s 60s Blue and White Nautical Skirt Suit, XS Sm from MY VINTAGE COCKTAIL

Lighten Up With Vintage Summer Jewelry!

Summer's a perfect time to show off your light-colored, lightweight, and lighthearted vintage jewelry! We love wearing ours to work or on vacation. Casual glass or plastic beaded necklaces in summer colors pair beautifully with a vintage or contemporary day dress, while plastic brooches and earrings go with just about anything. And let's not forget what a classic accent vintage bridal jewelry lends to any wedding.

Of course, vintage costume jewelry is always in style, in any season. But summertime gives you a wonderful chance to wear yours every single day! And we've picked a few of our favorite pieces to show you:

From CatseyeVintage on ArtFire is this Vintage 50s 60s 3-Strand Tiered Faux Pearl & Black Beads Bib Necklace, just right for day or night:



And this Vintage 50s 60s 4-Strand Tiered Chunky Pink Glass Beads Bib Necklace:



CatseyeVintage also has this on Etsy: Vintage 50s 60s Blue and Aqua Thermoset Lucite Choker Necklace and Earrings Demi Parure, Mint on Original Card:




AfterDarkVintage has these lovely Vintage Bridal Pearl Cluster Clipon Earrings, Japan:



And this pretty-as-can-be Vintage Deep Lavender Enameled Pansy Brooch:




VintageBaublesToo is offering these summer brooches on ArtFire:

RARE Vintage Lisa Jewels Large Enamel and Goldtone Floral Brooch Pin




Vintage AB Rhinestone and Yellow Plastic Large Butterfly Brooch:



And, this Vintage Sarah Coventry Strawberry Festival Brooch, Book Piece




Visit our shops for more vintage goodies!

This week the Reflections of Vintage group wants to put their best foot forward. Here's a collection of our seasonal top of the line. Please visit our individual shops for more exciting fashions from the past.

Glamour Girl Vintage on Ruby Lane


Vintage 1960s 60s Goldworm Floral Poppy and Grapes Print Jersey Maxi Dress - Made in Italy - Size XS to S

Stunning poppy floral print jersey maxi dress by Coty Award winning designer Goldworm. Made in Italy circa 1960s.

Goldworm was a contemporary of Paganne and Mr Dino and his work is very similar to theirs.

My Vintage Cocktail on Etsy

Vintage 50s 1950s Aquamarine Full Skirt Party Dress, Portrait Collar, Embroidered Accents, XS Sm

Gorgeous 1950s' shirtwaist dress with fabulous portrait collar and double-breasted look is THE best summer party or dinner dress! Made of mid-weight cotton in a light aquamarine color (light green with a tint of blue). in some lighting this looks more green; in others, more blue

After Dark Vintage on ArtFire

Vintage 1980s Navy Blue Wide Wavy Brim Straw Hat with Chiffon Scarf by Dajorn

Fabulous fun hat by Dajorn. Body is a navy blue straw with wavy brim and curled edges, giving it a slight western look.

Glamour Girl Vintage on Ruby Lane


Vintage 1960s 60s Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman Abstract Floral Print Silk Dress with Pleating and Matching Shawl Wrap -- Size M to L

High empire style waist features a lightly gathered bodice accented with a 2 1/8" wide cummerbund and a "v" neckline as pictured. Designer Shannon Rodgers used gorgeous lightweight textured silk in a white on kelly green abstract floral print as pictured.


My Vintage Cocktail on Etsy


Vintage 50s Pink Plaid Full Skirt Cape Collar Cotton Day or Party Dress, Med Large 10 12

Summer-wonderful 1950s' shirtwaist dress is a perfect day dress or, with its dramatic cape collar, it's just right for a casual summer party. Great wearable size, too--about a 10 or 12. Made of thin, lightweight cotton batiste, it's airy and so comfortable.

After Dark Vintage on ArtFire


Vintage 1980s Oscar de la Renta for Elizabeth Arden True Red Wrap Dress Sz 8 B34


Lovely 1980's Oscar de la Renta design in a bright red, wrap dress with matching belt, lined beautifully and made with all the quality you would expect from this designer. Classically chic from day into night, transitional and can be worn year round.

Glamour Girl Vintage on Ruby Lane

Vintage 60s Cole of California Leopard Print Maxi Dress -- Size XXS or Xs

From a San Francisco estate is this fabulous leopard print maxi dress by designer Cole of California. Circa 1960s.
This is the famous Cole of California leopard print that was used in their sexy lace front swimsuits of the era.

Vintage Baubles on ArtFire

Vintage Les Bernard Chunky Swirled Butterscotch Lucite Bead Necklace

A wonderful chunky, long necklace from Les Bernard, of opaque swirled butterscotch lucite. This maker is under-appreciated by some, but his quality is widely recognized among vintage jewelry aficionados.

After Dark Vintage on ArtFire

Vintage 1980s Emerald Green Cream Chiffon Formal Gown by Oleg Cassini B34

Exquisite Romantic Empire Waist Oleg Cassini Evening Formal Gown. The narrow bodice has off the shoulders styling with interior elastic for security, crafted in a deep rich emerald green velvet.

EYE CANDY TUESDAY - SUMMER DRESSES

With June 21st, the first day of Summer, coming up in a few weeks, the members of the Reflections of Vintage seller's network have the perfect Summer dresses to beat the heat for your consideration.

Please visit our shops for more beautiful vintage clothes and accessories!

Vintage 50s Deep Rose Pink Full Skirted Cotton VLV Sundress Party Dress Embellished with Daisies -- by Miami Sportswear -- Size XS to S from GLAMOUR GIRL VINTAGE

Vintage 1970s Khaki Shirtwaist Dress by Toni Todd 40s Style B39 W26 from ALLEY CATS VINTAGE

Good Day Sunshine Yellow Vintage 60s 70s Shift Dress, Med Lg from MY VINTAGE COCKTAIL

Vintage 80s Designer Willi of California Lavender Orchid Purple Full Skirted Cotton Shirt Dress with Pleated Front Yoke -- Size M to L from GLAMOUR GIRL VINTAGE

Vintage 50s Mint Green Sheer Floral Summer Dress by R and K B38 W26 from ALLEY CATS VINTAGE

Vintage 60s Mod Mini Summer Dress, Daisy Trim, Sz XS Sm from VINTAGE BAUBLES TOO

An Affair with Accessories

Love vintage fashion, but have a hard time finding clothing that fits? Do you wear vintage on special occasions, but don't feel comfortable in a vintage suit or dress for work? Or, maybe you're a tad hesitant to take the full vintage leap right now, but you like the look? We've got a great solution--accessorize, accessorize, accessorize. With vintage scarves, handbags, belts, gloves, hats, shoes.... Pair a "Kelly" bag with your skirt suit for a "Graceful" look (sorry, but I couldn't resist that), or a novelty bag with your contemporary capri pants. Use a large vintage scarf instead of a belt or sash; I did this a lot when in the corporate world, and got many, many compliments on the look. Wear vintage semi-sheer dressy gloves to a party, or a pair of vintage platforms with a newer mini skirt.

And, of course, you can mix and match vintage accessories with vintage apparel--and they don't have to be from the same era. 1950's scarves look great nipping in the waists of 1960's shift dresses, and an 80's belt can add flair to a 1940's peplum dress or jacket. For some great ways to use a vintage scarf, check out our friend Couture Allure's blog here.

There are so many ways to use vintage accessories! We love them, and here are some examples!

Scarves and added belts give this 50's/60's Linen Sheath Dress from MyVintageCocktail lots of versatility:



And an added chunky vintage belt transformed this Seafoam Hand Crochet Open Weave Dress w/ Chunky Belt, Sm Med from Vintage Baubles Too:




These novelty basket purses from CatseyeVintage go equally well with a 1960's or 70's summer outfit and this season's newest looks:

Vintage 40s Post WW2 Wicker Basket Box Purse Handbag Embellished with Shells -- Made in US Zone West Germany



Vintage Unused Mint Condition Caro Nan Hand Painted Wood Basket Box Purse Hand Bag - California




For a great way to incorporate vintage into your everyday life, try a pair of eyeglasses; they are SO in style right now!

Vintage 1950s Silver Beaded Cateye Style Eyeglasses Eye Glasses from AlleyCatsVintage:




These Vintage Sheer Nylon Fancy Mustard Colored Gloves Sz Medium from AlleyCatsVintage will add panache to any special occasion:



So, if you're looking for a way to easily "do" vintage, stock up on accessories!