Lilli Ann - Designer of Exquisite Women's Suits & Coats

Adolph Schuman started the Lilli Ann company in San Francisco in 1933, naming the company for his wife, Lillian. The company quickly became known for their beautiful, elaborately designed suits and coats as exemplified by these beauties.

This early to mid 1940s wool military influenced jacket with plastic buttons made to look like metal was recently sold by Catseye Vintage.

Schumann went to France after World War II to buy fabrics from French weavers including Blin Blin whose fabric is used in this fabulous black cashmere coat available from Catseye Vintage on Etsy (and it's on sale with a 20% off coupon code!) Vintage 40s 50s Designer Lilli Ann Cashmere Coat with Pleated Back -- Size Large or XL from CATSEYE VINTAGE

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There was a popular Lilli Ann Knits line in the 1960s, and a mod-inspired London line. The 1970s and 80s brought a career look for Lilli Ann as exemplified by these pieces currently available from After Dark Vintage on Ruby Plaza.

Vintage 1980s Mauve Lilli Ann Career Suit B36 W29 from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

Vintage 1980s Two Piece Navy Blue Lilli Ann Skirt and Blouse XL B48 from AFTER DARK VINTAGE

Adolph Schuman died in 1985. His company continued under the direction of his heirs until the company was sold in the 1990s and closed by 2000.

Sunday Double Feature by ClubVintageFashions

Club Vintage Fashions presents:
Sunday Double Feature!

This week we are showcasing items from fellow Vintage Fashion Guild members that we think are "the berries" so without further ado here we go!

Patriotic Swing Peplum Dress Suit Vintage 50s Belted Nip Waist Jacket 2 Skirt Blue Hand Painted Red White Blue Accents 40s 3 Piece M L VLV from MaterialMemoriesLane

LILLI ANN PARIS Vintage 50s Coat in Holiday Mohair Plaid Wool with Attached Scarf from VintageDevotion

*Fresh Vintage* November 11 - 17

Welcome back for more of Fresh Vintage, your chance to get early looks at the newest and most fabulous listings from Vintage Fasshion Guild trade members - we have some wonderful things to show you this week!

First up, look at this wonderful 1960s Lilli Ann faux leopard swirl coat from Living*Doll*Vintage - it's up for sale on eBay rght now  - hurry, because it closes tomorrow night!

PastPerfectVintage has listed some amazing pieces recently, including this 1900s black and gold metallic lace shawl

This lovely golden lace dress is new at Denisebrain's website

For more Fresh Vintage, visit this week's thread by clicking on the title of this post.

September 20th Fashion Parade *Women's Coats*

September 20th Fashion Parade *Women's Coats* Fitted, swing, princess, car, trench…come find your vintage coat! Find a great vintage selection among the VFG member's offerings!

Vintage 50s 60s Designer Lilli Ann Cream Eyelash Wool or Mohair Swing Clutch Coat Size Small or Medium from CATSEYE VINTAGE

Vintage 70s Char Leather Poncho from DAISY FAIRBANKS

Vintage Vintage 40s Avocado Gabardine Belted Raincoat from VIVA VINTAGE CLOTHING

You can find more fabulous vintage items from more sellers at the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!

January 4th Fashion Parade *Wrapped in Vintage*

January 4th Fashion Parade *Wrapped in Vintage*

Furs Real or faux, trim or coat, stole or muff, show off these luxurious beauties.

Find a great vintage selection among the VFG member's offerings!

Vintage 60s Lilli Ann Leopard Print Coat with Real Fox Fur Collar and Cuffs from ATTICVILLE

Vintage 60s Ethnic Hippie Boho Tapestry Princess Coat from LIVING DOLL VINTAGE

Vintage 50s Gray Wool Coat Silver Mink Fur Collar Scalloped Cuffs from CLUB VINTAGE

You can find more fabulous vintage items from more sellers at the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!

See more vintage clothing and accessories at the January 5th New Year's *Fresh Vintage* Edition

VFG Featured Members Week of July 16

Vintage Fashion Guild Featured Members

for the week of July 16, 2008...

Carrie at thevintagebungalow:

VFG member Carrie Wellborn is the owner of a suite of online vintage sites under the name The Vintage Bungalow. The name of her
business comes from her passion for vintage and her love of the Arts & Crafts bungalow.

"I began wearing vintage in High School and have included it in my wardrobe ever since. I love to mix vintage pieces with
contemporary pieces for a one of kind look."

Carrie truly feels that vintage is for everyone. "It's not just about dressing head to toe vintage for a special event. It's about adding something from the past to make your wardrobe fresh."

Of course, like most vintage sellers, she is addicted to the hunt. "I am out looking for new items on a daily basis. I cannot stop buying,
so I will continually be adding something new to my online stores."

Marie at Thevintagepeddler:

The Vintage Peddler is owned and operated by a mother/daughter and best friends dynamic duo. They have been selling vintage
clothing and accessories online since 1999. Originally from Southern California, the
vintagepeddler is now based out of Charlotte, NC. If you are ever in the area, please drop them
a line!

"We are both passionate about our business and especially about vintage clothing. We scour the Southeast continuously in pursuit of all things
vintage and/or unusual so that we can offer them to you. Our passion is for vintage clothes and retro pieces from the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's. Although most of our items are vintage and retro pieces, we don't limit ourselves to just that. Check our
website to find vintage art t-shirts, books, furniture, and some very cute pictures of our English Sheepdog Doba's puppies."

 

Rachelle at Truesmom:

Offering quality vintage clothing on ebay since
1998, Truesmom Vintage Clothing offers a variety of great looking and affordable vintage items.
Rachelle closely follows the current fashion trends to bring you the most up-to-date, stylish vintage garments, so you can create your own edgy and
eclectic mix of vintage and trendy clothing. If you see it on the pages of Vogue, Bazaar, Elle, or In Style, chances are you will see the vintage version of it in truesmom auctions.

"Check out our always changing stock of fun, funky and flirty dresses. We are also happy to have a fun and eclectic lot of vintage party and cocktail dresses, dating from the 1950's to the 1980's. If you have a special occasion coming up, take a look through our listings for some
truly unique dresses."