Showing posts with label Pin Up Dresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pin Up Dresses. Show all posts

Friday, October 4, 2013

Flashback Friday: 90210 Who Wore It Better?

I remember as a teen watching the 90210 episode when it was time for the Spring Dance. It went down every week in my parents basement with all of my girlfriends (we used to gather to watch the show together). That 1993 TV moment where Brenda and Kelly chose the same dress! GASP! A fashion moment that no one wants to have, seeing someone else in the exact look you have, especially in high school.
This is one of the many reasons I adore vintage clothing. It is RARE you come across the same piece and even more unlikely that you and another would be wearing it at the same event! Fashion for me is all about unique self expression, a difficult task while surrounded with mass market clones. There is a lot to say about styling looks that lends a unique perspective. I have to say I love the pearl and opera glove combo in this case.
This is the first iconic TV case of who wore it better and/or Bitch Stole My Look!

InStyle Magazine named this dress one of the most iconic 'prom dresses' of all time

Were you in love with that dress?

It is by far the closest match that I have ever seen and it's authentically 90's as well.
Price: $90
Condition: Fabulous
Size: Approx Size 8 (See measurements in listing for correct fit)

Would you wear this dress?

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Designer Profile: EMMA DOMB

I love Fashion History and today's look into the past is via American dress designer Emma Domb.  Emma Domb was a California dressmaking company with headquarters in San Fransisco. The company was actively producing dresses and gowns from 1939 through the 1970s. Domb Manufacturing Company was owned by Emma Domb and Lorraine Domb Steinberg. They specialized in wedding, party, prom and cocktail dresses. They were also known for fancy-date ensembles.

The Domb dresses are now highly collectible among Vintage collectors and contemporary fashionistas. The prices range from $60 into the hundreds for a piece of the past.

Stylist Patricia Field brought Domb back to the big screen on the back of iconic fashionista character Carrie Bradshaw in the Sex and the City Movie (1)  - Chartlotte's baby shower scene. I bet that this blue stunner was once a gown made mini for the film.


I, myself had the pleasure of acquiring a Domb gown for Evolution Vintage. I had to dresscue the piece as there was some serious damage to the hem and bottom of the dress due to age and dry cleaning attempts (can't be seen in the image). I DRESS-esurrected it as a contemporary mini cocktail dress. the bodice has the most amazing fabric with Aurora Borealis sequins. The colour of burnt orange is BOLD and amazing for any event.

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Got a cocktail party? prom? or have a red carpet event coming up? Have a look at some of my FAV Emma Domb pieces on the web:

1950's/60's Party Dress from PIN UP DRESSES

1960's Mocha/Chocolate Maxi Dress from REVOLVING VINTAGE

50's Lovely Lace & Tulle Dress from Buy-N-Buy

50/60's Grecian draped gown from RED HOUSE VINTAGE