Vintage History - Christian Dior

"It's not the money that makes you well - dressed, it's understanding."

Christian Dior - 

French Fashion Designer, 

famous for 

designing the New Look 

in the 1940s.

References: http://micigarroseconsume.blogspot.com/2011/01/christian-dior.html, The Little Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia.

Trends - Bright Lips

Trends - Lace & Pretty Pleats

News - The Future of Vintage

Trends - Colour Blocking

Celeb Vintage Style - Lily Allen

I have researched into celebrity vintage style to find out which celebs wear vintage. As we live in a society of celeb loving enthusiasts, I think many people get their style inspirations from their favourite celebrities. I have found out that all magazines relate fashion back to celebrity style and this was something I wanted to research into, to give you more inspiration for a unique style.

Lily Allen - Recently traded in her pop career to open up a vintage boutique in Central London, selling bespoke and designer vintage pieces. 

References: Safinaz

Celeb Vintage Style - Alexa Chung

I have researched into celebrity vintage style to find out which celebs wear vintage. As we live in a society of celeb loving enthusiasts, I think many people get their style inspirations from their favourite celebrities. I have found out that all magazines relate fashion back to celebrity style and this was something I wanted to research into, to give you more inspiration for a unique style.

Alexa Chung - A presenter, renowned for her unique and edgy vintage chic style, 

wearing Levi shorts, a lace blouse and khaki military jacket.

References: 4 bp Blog

Vintage inspirations

Absolutely love this Roberts Radio in this gorgeous all over vintage inspired print. It just conjures up visions of a glamorous 1950s housewife dressed up in her tea dress, baking yummy cakes and scones all day long. 

Its really cool, kitsch, fun and oh so functional too. 

Now I get to listen to digital radio in a totally vintage stylish way.

My Vintage Wardrobe

Since I started on my quest to find amazing pieces of vintage to make my look more unique and individual to me, I have actually managed to find some really cool stuff. It wasn't easy, of course, I had to rummage through some not very nice stuff as well as weird items and then some absolutely brilliant and hilarious retro outfits, but I persisted and continued on my search. It felt like I was climbing a never ending mountain of clothes. It was tiring, dusty but most importantly It was great fun, I actually enjoyed the challenge. The clothes and the significant old smell all conjure up interesting stories as your mind works in overdrive and then thats it.....you spot that something fabulous!...At last, a sigh of relief, something that looks cool, easy to wear and bang on trend.  

Its a purchase for sure!

I've found myself that something unique that no-one else will have...BINGO!

This is my favourite vintage piece of all time! The shoulders are covered in sequins in a diamond pattern and its sooo easy to wear. I got it as a present and live in it through the cold winter months. The sequins help to add a touch of glamour and fun to dull winter days.

Vintage Sequin Jumper

Black Levi Shorts

News- What is Vintage?

Fashion & Style - Highstreet Special

Channelling Vintage has just got easier on the high street. If your frightened to try out the vintage trend and get put off of the thought of buying old clothing than the high street just answered your wish. Although, this does mean that the unique edge is somewhat forgotten but you can't deny it girls but every one likes that classic easy to wear tea dress, all over floral prints, pretty colours and feminine styles and the high street has done just that.


Street style is where the next big trend lies and with a huge amount of people jumping on the vintage trend bandwagon then the high street can only copy. Inspired by the vintage trend the popular retail chains of Oasis, Topshop, River Island and many more all have an array of pretty vintage looky likes perfect for the summer months to get you started on your journey for buying vintage. 


Here's my favourite pieces to get those vintage looks underway for the summer season. So get ready to spark your love affair with vintage the high street way.

LOOK ONE: Oasis

Vintage Collection Rosa Print Dress £110

Vintage Collection Yellow Bow Bag £35

Flower Ballerina Flats £35

LOOK TWO: River Island

Pink Floral Print Cardi £29.99

White Skater Skirt £29.99

Red Bow Sandals £69.99

LOOK THREE: Topshop

Peach Meadow Print Crochet Waist Button Front Dress £36

Natural Straw Hat £32

Sakura coral Suede Platform Court Shoes £62

References: Oasis, River Island, Topshop

Shops - 'Lucy in Disguise'

I went into the fabulous boutique set up and run by Lily Allen and her sister Sarah Owen that is 'Lucy in Disguise'. Its a gorgeous boutique right in the heart of the up market destination and notorious tourist land - Covent Garden in London. Inside this wonderful gem you'll find a huge array of the most glamourous, incredible and exciting designer vintage pieces from those famous previous decades. 

Its the most beautiful store with a vision for success, by promoting vintage and ethical fashion that will make every girls fairytale dream come true in an glamourous and vintage to die for world. 

WHATS LUCY IN DISGUISE ALL ABOUT?

It's a unique independent store, set up by music artist - Lily Allen and her sister with a vision in mind to bring the httest designer vintage pieces to girls everywhere at just a fraction of normal auction prices. 

BEST FOR?

Quality and beautiful designer vintage pieces with the option of hiring or purchasing...I want it all!!

REASONS TO LOVE LUCY DISGUISE...

With their vision in mind to make designer vintage style more attainable and at a more reasonable price point, who wouldn't love this magnificent boutique. 

BUY NOW...

Anything and everything from your chosen era. From 20s inspired flapper dresses, 30s prom dresses, 40s tea dresses, 60s mini dresses and the sparkly disco dress of the 70s, there's something for everyone to get a piece off...It's a one stop shop for all glamourous parties and events of the future thats for sure.

WHERE TO SHOP LUCY IN DISGUISE...

Lucy in Disguise is located in the heart of Covent Garden in Central London.

FOLLOW...

Follow Lucy's blog and join the twitter and facebook page for exciting news and fun goings on in the world of luxury vintage.

References: Millard Mag, Lucy in Disguise

WELCOME to VINTAGEZINE ONLINE. 

Your one stop shop for all things vintage related and one and only interactive vintage fashion and shopping guide e-magazine. 

Join me on my quest to hunt and find all things beautiful and lovely from around the country and share the hottest and nottest with you so that you too can join in the adventure and bag yourself some fabulous vintage finds too. 

If we all do our bit to save the planet by recycling these gorgeous clothes from yesteryear, it would be a much better place and much more stylish world to live in. 

Now get your cup of tea or glass of wine and lets go shopping!