*Fresh Vintage* February 3 - 9, 2011

We've got another great selection of new vintage from VFG members! Every week, tune in to the latest Fresh Vintage thread in the VFG forums to get an early look at our best and newest listings.

Gaildavid just sold this 50s full skirt, but the dancing rag doll print is so charming I had to share it here on the blog.



If you've been looking for the perfect early 40s LBD cocktail dress, you'll want to check out this one at Denisebrain

And Catseye Vintage recently listed this amazing WW2 era dress with hand studded sleeve detail in the shape of a cat's face.

Head over to the VFG forums to see more fabulous new vintage from this weel's thread. We'll be back next week with highlights from a new Fresh.



August 2nd Fashion Parade *Travel in Vintage Style*

August 2nd Fashion Parade *Travel in Vintage Style*

This week, look for travel-theme prints, souvenir jewelry...any and all vintage travel-oriented clothing and accessories

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

Vintage Souvenir Scarf Zaragoza Spain Turquoise, Red, White from THE VINTAGE MERCHANT

Vintage Souvenir Sterling and Enamel Maple Leaf Sault Ste Marie Bracelet from SPECIAL SOMETHINGS

Vintage 50s Pueblo Indian Village Novelty Print Scarf from THE SPECTRUM

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 AUGUST 5TH *FRESH VINTAGE* EDITION

July 26 Fashion Parade *Vintage with Cattitude*

July 26 Fashion Parade *Vintage with Cattitude*

This week find clothing, accessories and jewelry featuring our favorite pets: Dogs, cats, horses...maybe even a goldfish or parakeet?

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

Vintage 60s Cutest Kitten Print Half Apron - Mint & Never Worn from SEWING MACHINE GIRL

Vintage 60s Pink Poodle & Grey Kitten Black Theodor Purse from CLUB VINTAGE

Vintage 70s Seersucker Gingham Dog Cat Novelty Applique Maxi Skirt from METRO RETRO 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 JULY 29TH *FRESH VINTAGE* EDITION

May 24th *Vintage Western Wear*

May 24th Vintage Western Wear

Whoa Nellie! This week we've got ace-high vintage for cowgirls and cowboys.

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

Patio set from Vintage in Bohemia; 80s Frye cowboy boots from VintageFanAttic; Western Ranchman cream wool cowboy jacket from Marian's Vintage Vanities Clothing; 60s Western style sun top from Proper Vintage Clothing; vintage Rockmount Western collar tips from PinkyAGoGo; embroidered rockabilly cowboy Western wear shirt from The Vintage Merchant.

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 MAY 27TH *FRESH VINTAGE* EDITION

1940s WWII Novelty Themed Fabric

I was recently thrilled to find this fantastic novelty fabric, featuring important accomplishments of the Allies in WWII. For more close-up photos and to see purchasing info, visit The Vintage Traveler.

February 8th Fashion Parade *Birds of a Feather Flock to Vintage Feathers*

February 8th Fashion Parade *Birds of a Feather Flock to Vintage Feathers*

Feb 8 Birds of a Feather Flock to Vintage Feathers
As an accent for textural interest, or all over to show off nature's beauty, we think you'll flock to these fine-feathered offerings from our VFG member sellers.


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

Vintage 50s Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Ostrich Trimmed Peplum from KICKSHAW

Vintage 50s Pheasant Feather Shaped Hat with Plumes from HATFEATHERS VINTAGE

Vintage 60s 70s Alfred Shaheen Exotic Peacock Print Little Black Cocktail Dress from THE VINTAGE VORTEX

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 FEBRUARY 11th *FRESH VINTAGE* EDITION

November 2 Fashion Parade *Pine For It*

Pine For It!

Vintage clothing and accessories featuring tree and leaf motifs look right in season. Find a great vintage selection among the VFG's members' offerings!

Vintage 60s Brown Velveteen Leaf Applique Purse & Hat Set from GLAD RAGS & CURIOS

LEAVES IN A STREAM Novelty Print Vintage 1950s Dress L 44 from FAST EDDIES RETRO RAGS

Brown Helen Bond Carruthers Cardigan with Appliqued Leaves from PAST PERFECT VINTAGE

You can find more fabulous vintage dresses, suits, handbags, sweaters, and shoes from more sellers at the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!

August 17 Fashion Parade *Skirt the Issue*

Circle or straight, pleated, flounced, ruffled, pencil...we're talking skirts here, and we have plenty of the vintage variety!

Vintage 1950s fabulous Disney Lady & the Tramp circle skirt from MAGS RAGS

Mauve suede 70's skirt with contrast trim from VIVA VINTAGE CLOTHING

Novelty print African voodoo dancers from Vintage FanAttic on etsy

You can find more fantastic vintage skirts on the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!

March 2 VFG Fashion Parade *Singin' In The Rain*

3/2 Singin' In The Rain Winter snows will soon turn to spring showers. Be prepared to battle the elements in style, and in vintage! From umbrellas and galoshes, to rain coats and hats, the VFG has you covered!

Vintage Winston-Salem Journal NC comic newspaper fabric umbrella from
ALLEY CATS VINTAGE

NOS shocking pink 60s rain cape
from GLAD RAGS AND CURIOS

And a clear rain cape with black polka dots from THE VINTAGE BUNGALOW

Find more vintage rain gear from VFG members on the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!!

January 26 VFG Fashion Parade *Novelty Prints*

Novelty prints (yes, a repeat, but it was so popular, why not show us what new things have come in?)

Lee Bender 1970s balloon and shooting star print cotton skirt from
VINTAGE-A-PEEL-UK

40s cold rayon pajama pants in a fantastic Zulu warrior print from MAGS RAGS

Egyptian print novelty sundress is a size L XL from YOSEMITE VINTAGE on Etsy

Find more unique vintage novelty prints on the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD FASHION PARADE!

August 4***VFG Fashion Parade***Novelty Prints

Our Novelty Prints parades have been so popular, we're going to do them twice a year. I can't wait to see what shows up this time!

From SHYGARDEN on eBay, adorable high waist 60s shorts with 20s beach scene print ....

Make your own novelty print wearable of vintage fabric from FUZZYLIZZIE, ....

From BONTON on eBay, a fabulous Mucha inspired Art Nouveau print 70s blouse....

Check out more novelty prints on the VINTAGE FASHION GUILD weekly Fashion Parade!

July 14***VFG Fashion Parade***A Knack for Knits

Knits are a perennial favorite in fashion. This week we're featuring both knitted garments and things made from knitted fabric. Enjoy!.......Knit one, purl two.....

Vintage 1930s knit dress in dusky purple from POPPY'S VINTAGE CLOTHING at Babylon Mall........

70's celestial knit dress by GOLDWORM, from SHYGARDEN....

And the mother of all knitting prints, this 50's knitting novelty print cotton skirt~ Kim has 2 of them in different colorways and sizes atFAST EDDIE'S RETRO RAGS....

Be a Knit WIT and check out more vintage knits at VINTAGE FASHION GUILD'S PUBLIC FORUM!

June 30***Fashion Parade***For the Guys

Its time for our traditional 5th Monday spotlight for the man in your life. Because men wear vintage too!

1940's Double Breasted suit at Mags Rags:



1950's Shaheen shirt from Pinky-a-gogo:



1960's straw fedora from Hatfeathers Vintage:



See lots more vintage menswear at the VFG Public Forums.

27 Vintage Dresses of February #26

You'll stand out from the crowd in this sophisticated 1960's Alfred Shaheen evening suit. It's available from VFG member Blue Velvet Vintage.

This unique exotic print two piece outfit is an outstanding example of Alfred Shaheen's 60s evening wear.

Constructed of a sumputous satin backed silk shantung with geometric shapes and a striped and floral border print in shades of metallic copper, silver, lavender and olive green against a shimmery burnished gold background.

Fitted jacket/top has cap sleeves, a mandarin collar, and fabric covered buttons with loop closures.

Long slender skirt has a sexy back slit for ease of movement. Partially lined in yellow silky fabric. Back metal zipper and button closure. Label reads "Alfred Shaheen, the Master Printer".

VFG Fashion Parade: Novelty Prints Part Deux

We've had such an outpouring of great novelty prints from our members this week, we need another posting to show you more!

Go a little wild in this 1940's gazelle print dress from VFG member Wyoming Vintage.

How cute is this 1950's poodle print dress from VFG member Born Too Late Vintage.

A for a touch of spring, how about this 1970's strawberry print dress from VFG member Morning Glorious.

Go check out the latest additions on the VFG Public Forums, such as zebras, spoons, farm equipment............

VFG Fashion Parade: Novelty Prints

Expect the unexpected when our VFG sellers show us some fabulous novelty prints from across the years!

For starters, how about this charming 1950's dress with a print of matadors available from VFG member Tasty Vintage. Ole!

Next, we have a 1950's full skirt for those of you who love music from VFG member Fuzzylizzie Vintage Clothing.

And finally, a red hot 1950's sundress with a print of chili peppers from VFG member Circa Vintage Clothing.

You'll find lots more novelty prints on our Public Message Boards, including squirrels, crabs, poodles, ballerinas, honeybees, sea shells, bananas, cowboys, butterflies............

Alfred Shaheen

Alfred Shaheen is one of the best known of the Hawaiian garment and textile designers of the 20th Century. Shaheen was active from the 1950s into the 80s, but he is best known for his work in the 50s. His handprinted textiles were based on the flora and fauna of the Hawaiian Islands, along with Hawaiian traditions amd authentic tapa cloth designs.

Shaheen produced not only the fabric, but they also manufactured clothing made from it. Shaheen was known for their sexy sarong dresses and swim suits, Hawaiian shirts and halter dresses with full skirts.

Above bio courtesy of the VFG Label Resource. To read more about Alfred Shaheen check out the official website here.

And this week, VFG member Linda of The Vintage Clothes-Line has this spectacular vintage beauty shown in our photos from Alfred Shaheen up for auction.

It's not often a gem like this comes up for grabs - and especially in such a wearable size. If it fits your fancy and your body, we suggest you treat yourself and tell Linda we sent you!

Field Trip

Some of our New England members got together to visit the American Textile History Museum in Lowell, MA a few weeks ago. VFG'er Carrie of The Peacock's Eye wrote all about the adventure in her blog CUR.IO.

Inspired by our friends who visited this great Museum that focuses on textiles, we've chosen some especially neat prints for our VFG Picks today like this funky 70's radish print shirtdress from Couture Allure. Check the rest out at the top of the right sidebar.

To make your shopping even easier, the VFG has created a new one-stop shopping page for you to bookmark in your favorites, today! Visit the brand spanking new Vintage Fashion Guild Member Links page. Find your favorite vintage seller or happen upon a new one. All are current VFG members in good standing which means they're the cream of the crop. ;)