The 1950's "Dita" Dress

Where From?
Ebay

How Much?
£3.99!!!!

How Vintage!
Ok, so the truth is, this isn't an original 1950's dress but it's a damn good 1980's lookalike (much like myself 1980's pretending to be 1950's)! I wish I had a better photo too, as these ones just don't do it justice. Full skirted, "off the shoulder" and cinched in at the waist it screams Dita Von Teese, 1950's glam! The dress is made up of two layers a silky (possibly polyester) base layer, covered by a felt/velvet floral cutout layer. I was astounded not only to be the only bidder and win the auction with an almost invisible £3.99 price tag, but that on arrival it fitted PERFECTLY! I bought this for my graduation back in July as I just HAD to attend in vintage get up. To max out it's 1950's vibe, I teamed it with a vintage black petticoat (bought in Dollymix for £22) and an original 1930's black belt with silver & diamante clasp (also Dollymix - £10). This helped to really accentuate my figure, also helped by my GORGEOUS new shoes from Office!

1970's Festival Chic!

Where From?
Dollymix, Leicester

How Much?
£30 (plus 10% student discount)

How Vintage!
I cannot express the joy I felt when I found this beauty! Not only is it a genuine 1970's maxi, it has the most exquisite white on red paisley detailing and large handkerchief sleeves for that super festival chic feel! I like to pull this out of the wardrobe on a hot sunny day where I know here will some serious partying (check my coconut!). It's floor length and best worn with sandals or flip-flops, big sunglasses, some beads and boho hair (which I'm still working on). You cannot go wrong with one of these in your summer wardrobe!