Three Vintage Finds Under $50
October 17, 2009 by Michelle Smith
Filed under Dresses, Recycled, Reclaimed and Vintage
Etsy weekend shopping… It’s been awhile since we went vintage dress shopping.
Lets see what we can find….
I like this vintage Alfred Werber dress in a unique kimono style. It’s made in a bold color-block type stripe and it’s shown with a white cloth belt, but I think I’d cinch it with something wide and in a contrasting color. This dress is in a size medium-large and it’s listed as being in “great” shape. ’
Navy and White Vintage Kimono Dress
$45
This dress would be a good choice for the holidays. It’s got that sexy secretary look and comes in a size small. They …read more
Eco-Chic: 5 Dresses Under $100
August 6, 2009 by Michelle Smith
Filed under Dresses, Eco-Friendly
I love dresses. My friends comment that I look dressed up, but my secret is that they are really cool and comfortable in the hot Summer weather. The fact that I look a little more put together is usually a happy accident. My daughters have caught the dress bug – Sarah likes a spaghetti strap and Bay is happier with a strapless look.
Here’s a dress that Bay would love. It’s redesign from an 80’s vintage dress and I found it at Taxi CDC Recycled Wears . It’s knee-length and has an empire waist that they’ve accented in the photo with …read more
Etsy Weekend – Vintage Dresses
May 30, 2009 by Michelle Smith
Filed under Dresses, Recycled, Reclaimed and Vintage
Etsy weekend….Actually I’m going to be Etsy-ing even more than usual this weekend. The artist behind the Ghost Ship Sea Glass Worry Locket has agreed to do an interview with me, so stay tuned for that.
In the meantime… How about this Vintage 80s dress that is perfect for a day at the shore.
Vintage 80s Tie Dye Mini Dress
$18
This dress would make the cutest swimsuit cover-up. It has a racer-back and is sized small/medium. It’s made of nylon and is listed as in “excellent vintage” condition.
Vintage 70s Ruffle Sleeve Mini Babydoll Dress
$30
Super-cute polyester dress with bell sleeves that appear to be …read more






