An emporium of vintage it was indeed! While the Vintage Glamporium was dominated by amazing designer fashions from the 1960's-1980's, from shops like Feathers and Laced with Romance Vintage, spectacular finds from the 1900's through the 1950's were the real highlight for me.
I'll
let you in on a great secret...amazing vintage can be found in Texas! But where to look for it? I always let history be my guide.
The
wealth of vintage designer garb at the glamporium relates directly to the history of
"big OIL money" in Texas. Follow the growth of
big oil in Texas and it will lead you to amazing designer goods.
The big money folks flocked to Dallas and Houston. And with this gusher of money came grand parties and balls, and fabulous garments to feed the growing elite.
Take a looks at another glamporium headliner, Vintage Martini. Just on
the outskirts of Dallas, this lovely duo finds some of the best vintage
in the country.
Early 1950's layer-cake lace party dress. Would make for a lovely blushing bride ;) Vintage Martini
Late 1950's early 1960's ballgown. Vintage Martini
Amazing 1950's bubble gown with a super low back! Vintage Martini
What I really love are the early quality piece reflective of the roots of the "oil boom" starting in 1900 and catching speed in the 1940's and 1950's. Big oil brought tons of money into the hands of both city dwellers and country folk. The carefully picked rural country treasures are my specialty and must not be overlooked.
Take a look at some of my favorite vintage finds from the day:
Favorite find 1940's novelty print French "Algiers". Come to me mama!
Lovely 1930's green goddess blouse.
Simply stunning late 1940s shirtdress.
Cuties 1930's maybe 1940's play suit with low back and Bohemian print.
Ou la la 1940's boudoir dream.
Hats circa 1913-1925 - Cloche hats. Cloche is the French word for "bell".
Lovely yellow tiered 1950's nipped waist number.
I just love this Jr 1940's swing suit!
Another stunning 1930's blouse...
...with amazing open back.
Flowing 1930's floral garden dress.
Piece de resistance 1920's golden tassels.
I believe that Vintage Martini stole the show for me...and I think most of the garments featured here can be found in their shop if not snapped-up at the show. If your just in love with one of these little numbers, email them my photo. They are the sweetest gentlemen and I am sure they will track the garment down for you.
Here is my steal of the day...
A lovely Kamehameha NWT Dead stock two piece with bolero in a coveted pattern. I bought it for myself but it doent quite work for me. Take a swing at it!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/83931710/1940s-vintage-dead-stock-kamehameha
Sorry gents, not much menswear to be found this day...take a look at what we found last week...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/85956470/vintage-1950s-j-press-sack-jacket-38
http://www.etsy.com/listing/85956470/vintage-1950s-j-press-sack-jacket-38
