Classic (Rock) Christie's

Vintage Tees are on the block today at Christie's Rock & Pop Memorabilia auction.

Vintage Rock T-Shirts
A collection of vintage rock t-shirts that were featured in Johan Kugelberg’s book What Comes Around Goes Around: Vintage Rock T-Shirts, is sure to garner attention from music and fashion aficionados.

These ephemeral icons of rock n’ roll and pop culture history are the crème de la crème of vintage t-shirts, and include some of collectors’ most coveted rock and punk bands. The popularity of vintage t-shirts continues to appeal to non-conformists and fashion followers alike, transcending generations. These relics survive from an era before mass merchandizing, when tshirts were made for roadies, such as the Led Zeppelin tour of 1973. Approximately 30 lots are offered, grouped and single, prices will start at $500.

David Bowie – a pair of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, circa early 1970s (estimate: $2,000-3,000)

The Rolling Stones – front reads, Who the F**k Are the Rolling Stones Anyway? On reverse, Who Cares, circa 1970 (estimate: $600-800)

Yardbirds – one of the earliest known rock t-shirts worn at the Monterey Pop Festival, 1967 (estimate: $3,000-4000)

VFG Featured Members 11.30.07

FEATURED MEMBERS OF THE WEEK


Petticoat Army Vintage

Petticoat Army Vintage "Petticoat Army Vintage loves 30s through 50s clothing, especially dresses, dresses, dresses! Nothing but real vintage, listed every week! Visit us on myspace, too."

Pinky-A-GoGo

Pinky-A-GoGo "Hello! We love to bring you the coolest, rarest, funkiest retro finds from all over the world! If you are looking for anything funky or fabulous email -- and we may just have it. We collect everything and anything that we think is cool... and we know cool.

Hmmm, a little bit about me. I am a graduate of FIT (The Fashion Institute of Technology) and Parsons School of Design in NYC! My favorite color is pink! I have won many awards for Toy Design!

I have been a powerseller on eBay since Jan. 13, 1999. I have recently merged my 2 ebay selling accounts to this ebay name, which has been selling funky fun finds since March 27, 2001."

PleasureQueen

PleasureQueen "PleasureQueen has been on eBay for OVER SEVEN YEARS now. THANKS to all of you for supporting me and my auctions! Time DOES fly~ESPECIALLY when you're having fun, which I always do here. SPECIAL THANKS to my repeat buyers (you know who you are, MWAAAAAHHHHH, I ADORE you!). I've been selling vintage lingerie since Day One of my selling career here on eBay. I do sometimes sell contemporary lingerie items as well, though not often. I've begun to list more vintage pieces such as dresses and shoes. Although I'll always list vintage lingerie, I've decided to expand my horizons a bit; my sellers bring me so many nice pieces, I can't (and don't want to) resist them. I'll still sell vintage intimates, so not to worry: I love them too much to ever stop!"

December to Remember

Starting December 1st, we'll be featuring perfect gifts for the vintage lover in your life all from trusted Vintage Fashion Guild members!

Items that are one size fits all and perfect for gift giving such as purses, jewelry and scarves for the ladies and ties, cufflinks and gloves for the guys. Ideal items for sisters and girlfriends, fathers and husbands alike.

Keep in mind that each of the items featured will likely be one-of-a-kind so be sure to snap up the goodies quickly before they're gone.

Stay tuned for a daily December dose of eye candy!

VFG Fashion Parade: Silver & Gold

Silver and gold, shimmer and shine,
At this time of year, we love to look fine!

Late 50's / Early 60's GOLD METALLIC SILK BROCADE DRESS from wyomingvintage

Coming Soon! 50's Two Piece Gold Houndstooth Dress Suit from The Vintage Bungalow

80's Silver Sequin & Beaded Top by Tom Bowker from poppysvintageclothing

SILVER SCREEN GLITTER 50's Clear Lucite Purse from fast_eddies_retro_rags

So much more silver and gold treasures to be found here!

VFG Makes Top 10

CGBlog has named the Vintage Fashion Guild Blog in their Top 100 Fashion Blogs List! In addition, two of our members blogs - Vintage Style Files and Lizzie's Vintage Travel Journal were featured in the top ten of the Vintage and Thrift category! The CG Blog Top 100 Fashion Blogs List is a definite one for the bookmarks with a plethora of interesting and relevant blogs. Enjoy!

Featured Members of the Week 11.23.07

Featured VFG Members for Week of 11-23-07

New Moon Vintage

New Moon Vintage .."New Moon Vintage specializes in quality vintage clothing spanning the Victorian era to the 1970's. Our clothing ranges from couture designer to everyday affordable casual styles. Check out our coordinating vintage accessories including jewelry, handbags and hats. Our aim is to offer unique timeless pieces that you will appreciate for many years to come. Customer service, good communication and personal attention is very important to us....."





Northstar Vintage




Northstar Vintage .. "It started in 1976 with a $1.00 a bag 4th of July rummage sale in Standish, Maine. My sister and I hit a mother lode of 50's gowns, and we were the most glamorous girls on the lake. Or so we thought.

Ever since that summer, I have been addicted to the hunt and smitten by the look and feel of vintage clothes. For nearly 30 years I have scoured thrift stores, waited out all-day auctions, excavated the back rooms of antique stores for the black crepe 50's dresses, oversized 60's leather jackets, Deco revival nylon shirts, sharp vintage hat,s and big sparkly rhinestone pieces that I love to wear."

"Sadly I had to leave a lot of things behind, because I couldn't wear them and didn't quite know what to do with them. Until I discovered the internet, and then eBay, in 1998."

"Living in Northern New England, where no one has thrown out a single item, ever, I am lucky to have access to some of the more elusive vintage items. I still come across such hard to find items as day dresses from the 30's; 40's sportswear; pre 70's men's clothing; unworn new old stock pieces; and vintage in larger, wearable sizes.

Most of my items are from the 40's through the 70's though I have become increasingly fond of 80's fashion and take the occasional foray into contemporary designer wear."

"I still get a buzz from finding something beautiful because I can pass on that experience to my buyers. I work hard at finding and listing incredible, eclectic, wearable vintage clothing, but it's complete customer satisfaction this is my ultimate goal. Every time a buyer opens a package from NorthStar Vintage I want them to experience the same excitement that I felt over 30 years ago when I found my first vintage piece...."






Past Perfect Vintage Clothing




Past Perfect Vintage Clothing.."Past Perfect features quality Antique, Collectible and Vintage clothing from the Victorian and Edwardian eras as well as the 1920s through the 1960s. We also feature designer pieces from the 1950s - 1970s, while we focus on wonderful design lines, textures and treatments. Come see us for vintage hats, dresses, shoes, accessories and even the occasional men's clothing!...."

VFG Fashion Parade: Evening Gowns

It's the time of year for formal parties and events. You'll need a fabulous evening gown, so why not make yours vintage?

This stunning 1950's strapless tulle confection is available at VFG member Past Perfect Vintage's website.

Or how about this 1980's Frank Usher gown? Find it at VFG member Sara's Attic website.

And we couldn't resist this 1940's pink satin gown from VFG member Alley Cat Vintage.

Not your cup of tea? Don't worry, there are lots more evening gowns featured from other VFG members on this week's Fashion Parade thread on the Vintage Fashion Guild public forums. Take a peek!

VFG Featured Members 11.16.07

FEATURED MEMBERS OF THE WEEK


Monica's Vintage Fashions

Monica's Vintage Fashions "Monica's Vintage Fashions specializes in vintage and antique garments for design inspiration. Our unique collection focuses primarily on women's fashions from the 1800's through 1960 with an emphasis on design, construction, and print. We also feature a selection of embroideries, beading, trims and vintage swatches. Monica's Vintage Fashions is a resource for European and American vintage and antique fashions. Monica's is located in The Old Carriage Shop, 920 Bantam Rd., Bantam, CT, just minutes away from Litchfield town center.

Monica's Vintage Fashions travels to many vintage clothing shows. Here we are "at the Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show featuring lots of cocktail dresses and gowns for Spring as well as gorgeous trims and fabrics from the Victorian Era."

Morning Glorious

Morning Glorious "Morning Glorious brings you the best whimsical & wearable Ladies & Men's Vintage Clothing & Accessories, from the 1920s through the 1980s. From Antique to Retro to Designer Wear! We offer Dresses, Blouses, Suits, Coats, Hats, Shoes, Lingerie, Ties, Jewelry & special Collectibles from Vermont."

"Morning Glorious Vintage includes my eBay web store, some dealer spaces in antique malls in Southern Vermont, and sales (by appointment only) out of my studio. My eBay auctions feature my latest vintage finds. I specialize in ladies' and gentlemen's clothing, and fashion accessories, from the 1800s through the 1980s, with a special personal interest in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. I occasionally also offer unique retro household items, art, linens & textiles, old photographs or ephemera. I strive to bring you interesting and one-of-a-kind, quality treasures, from a 1920's silk slip, to an outrageous 40's tilt hat, to a contemporary, well made designer piece. I list fresh-to-market items virtually every single day, 365 days a year! So please bookmark my auctions; you just never know what will come up next!"

Nelda's Vintage Clothing

Nelda's Vintage Clothing"This year Nelda celebrates 25 years in business. Recognized as the oldest and largest source for vintage clothing in South Texas! Nelda and her staff specialize in helping their customers find "the look" they desire for any occasion!"

"Our clothing and accessories have appeared in several theatrical, television and motion picture productions. Numerous publications have profiled Nelda's Vintage Clothing, Nelda and her line of Merchandise. Many local celebrities have worn clothing from Nelda's for various occasions and productions."

"Voted by Current Magazine Readers as "The Best Vintage Clothing Store for 1999, 2000 and 2001."

"What Nelda is most proud of is what she has done for her everyday customers who have enjoyed the items they have purchased at the store over the years."

Shop Nelda's When your body craves something different!

VFG Fashion Parade: Sequins, Sparkles, & Beads

Oh my! The holidays are upon us, and what better time to glam things up a bit with some shine and shimmer! Show us your sequins, sparkles, and beads!

1960s Paraphernalia metallic brocade mini dress from Vintage-a-Peel

50's Sequins Golden MEXICAN CIRCLE PARTY DRESS from pleasurequeen

Bateau Neck Ivory Crocheted Sweater with Pearls & Sequins from The Vintage Merchant

1000+ Rhinestone Vtg 50s Black Cocktail Party Dress from glamourpussvintage

1950s Glitter Lucite with Carved Top Florida Handbag from fuzzylizzie

See lots more sparkly vintage goodies here!

Project Runway Season 4

Set your Tivo's, people, Season 4 of Project Runway starts tonight!


Here's the new cast!

VFG Featured Members 11.9.07

FEATURED MEMBERS OF THE WEEK


Meloo

Meloo ~ VA-VA-VOOOOM "Hi, I am Melissa, better known on ebay (and in life) by the silly nickname Meloo, had I known when I signed up with ebay that I'd end up selling vintage clothing for 9 years here I might have come up with a more clever name! ;) Prior to ebay I sold vintage clothing, jewelry and primarily Mid-Century Modern, 40s/50s Tiki and Art Deco furniture, with a little American Empire thrown in for good measure at a brick and mortar shop in Historic Ellicott City, MD and later in Historic Fredericksburg,VA. Actually I had the distintion of being the ONLY person NOT selling Victorian Oak in Fredericksburg (AH, you know me now dontcha!!). We moved from the sultry south (Richmond, VA) to the Desert of AZ and so I gave up the shop and am all about the 'bay right now selling the most fabulous vintage clothing to ever cross my path. Visit our eBay store, VA-VA-VOOOOM."

Memphis Vintage

Memphis Vintage "Here at Memphis Vintage we specialize in vintage clothing, lingerie, accessories, jewelry and vanity items from the 1920s to the 1960's. We just love all those wonderful vintage fashions! Such styles! We strive to offer you the best in vintage clothing & accessories and want to make it a positive experience for each and every one of our customers. We believe in treating all our customers with courtesy, good communication and fast shipping."

Miso Vintage

Miso Vintage "MisoVintage.com carries fashion from the 1950's to the 1980's in all styles & sizes!

I have been selling vintage clothes since 2000 under the ebay ID daniele454, my eBay store was boutique 454 for years. I went back to school last year and was unable to update my store often and my fabulous stock dwindled. I have starting going to school part time and have lots more time on my hands. Over the next few months I will restocking my new store, miso vintage. I will be having huge sales at my store over the next month or two to get rid or old stock so check my store for huge discounts and super cheap shipping!"

Helen Bond Carruthers

VFG Member Viviene of Born Too Late Vintage and author of the blog Playing Dress-up All Day Long, has put together a series of posts on the legendary Helen Bond Carruthers, "the name for vintage sellers and aficionados that brings to mind breathtakingly beautiful sweaters in all manners of colors, needlework and appliqué work." Viviene extensively interviewed Mrs. Carruthers’ grand niece, Jenifer Klier and her posts include wonderful family photos and gorgeous vintage sweaters by the designer. The four installments are a must read for any vintage lover! Part I Part II Part III Part IV

VFG Fashion Parade: The 1920's

Flappers, Jazz Babies, The Charleston. It's the Roaring 20's on the VFG!

Beaded & Sequined Net Over Dress from FuzzyLizzie

Beautiful Uncut Dropped Waist Pattern from Sew-Retro Vintage Patterns

Ermine Lined Green & Metallic Gold Lamé Opera Cape from Poppy's Vintage Clothing

View more 20's fashions here!

Vintage Chic in Des Moines

A congratulations goes out to VFG Member dorotheascloset for her magazine feature debut in Core Magazine which covers Des Moines lifestyle and culture.

View the beautiful layout of City Runway Vintage Chic with all items from Dorothea's Closet!

VFG Fashion Parade: Menswear

Men like vintage too! This week we're featuring Menswear for sale from our VFG members.

Classic 50's/60's Vintage Bowling Shirt from Mags Rags

40's Red Satin Smoking Jacket Robe from Couture Allure Vintage Fashion

Atomic 50's Two Tone Gabardine Rockabilly Jacket from NorthStar Vintage

See more vintage menswear here!