It's a Polyester EXPLOSION at my Etsy Store!!

 

WOW!! Just in time for Halloween (or any special occasion) Maxine and I present to you, for your viewing pleasure, a wide variety of lovely polyester dresses, pantsuits, and a jumpsuit - please check out all the details HERE

SOLD! Thanks again to all my Etsy customers around the globe!

Thanks again to all of my wonderful customers - finally starting to move some of my 80s/90s vintage, plus this darling little 60s striped dress!

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A Whirlwind of Etsy Sales - Thanks To My Loyal Customers!

Just wanted to thank all of my loyal customers on Etsy - all of these items have sold this week, and I'm forever grateful for your support, and I hope you all love your new shoes and clothes!  http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheVaVaVoomShoppe

This is such a cozy sweater!

Sorry for Maxine's lack of decorum here - I promise she never leaves the house sans pantalones.

I LOVE this pantsuit...never got a chance to wear it - it's perfect for fall, no?

This little hipster sweater is perfect for hanging out in the coffee shop!

The pictures of this pantsuit don't do it justice!  The colors are so vibrant, and it's sure to glean compliments!

 

Thank you all

 

Bubblegum Pink Elegant Grecian Goddess Nightgown - Size Medium to Extra-Large

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101204697/vtg-bubblegum-pink-grecian-goddess

Maxine is definitely looking every bit the Grecian goddess today in her lovely, sweeping vintage nightgown!

The nightgown is extremely unique because it's a wraparound style - what you do is put your right arm in the sleeveless hole, your left arm in the long sleeve, wrap around, and button on the right shoulder. It's extremely flattering for all bodies, and the material flows beautifully!

No brand label (I'm suspecting it's Gilead, but don't quote me!) and it's100% nylon. It's a bubblegum pink color, and features gold brocade trim all the way down the front, and on the sleeves. Some of the stitching around the neckline could use repair, but doesn't affect the wear or the beauty of this garment.

Shoulder: 18"
Bust: Open
Waist: Open
Hip: Open
Sleeve: 19.5"
Length: 53" shoulder to hem

Price: $25.99 plus $5.00 US shipping; $13.95 for international shipping.

Thanks for stopping by!

Hand-Painted Ladies Caftan/Hostess Dress - Medium to Small Plus-Size!

Maxine's looking like a goddess today in her vintage, hand-painted caftan! I've never seen a piece quite like this one - it's done in a heavy crinkle-cloth material (maybe a cotton blend?) and it's hand-painted in lovely shades of orange, red, yellow, green and blue, and it's even signed "Judy" at the bottom by the artist!

It doesn't look hand-sewn, but there are no labels in it. Please refer to the measurements below:

Shoulder: Open

Bust: 20" (double)

Waist: 18" (double)

Hip: 22" (double)

Length: 54" shoulder to hem

Sleeve: 22"

Price:  $99.00 plus $8.00 US shipping; $19.95 international shipping.

This caftan will be professionally drycleaned before it gets sent out, unless you request otherwise - it should fit anyone from about a modern medium to a small plus-size, based upon measurements.  Don't let this beauty get away!  Thanks for stopping by!

Hot Pink EDIE Factory Girl Dinner Dress - Vtg sz 16, Modern 12

https://www.etsy.com/listing/90342526/vintage-hot-pink-edie-sheath-dinner

Maxine looks every inch a Youthquaker today in her stunning poly sheath dinner dress by Robinknits! This dress reminds me of something Edie Sedgewick might have worn back around 1967 or so...

The dress is done in a heavy, textured doubleknit poly, and the actual colour is *much* brighter than my camera could convey (more of a hot pink), and it's got the cutest collar! The bust features flattering pintucks, and the sleeves...oh, check out these sleeves, would you? They're 3/4, and they sort of balloon out below the elbows!

It's marked a vintage size 16, but it fits me and I'm a modern 10/12, but please refer to the measurements listed below for proper fit:

Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 20.5" (double)
Waist: 19" (double)
Hip: 20.5" (double)
Sleeve: 16.6"
Length: 39"

Necklace not included in listing.

Price:  $65.99 plus $8.00 US shipping; $19.95 international shipping.

Thanks for stopping by!

Henry Lee 60s/70s Three-Piece Secretary Outfit - Polyester HEAVEN in a Vintage Size 16!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/90368248/vintage-henry-lee-3-piece

Ah...the good ol' days...Maxine hails a cab and heads downtown to her office job - she slips into the elevator and quickly powders her nose in its mirrored walls...she feels confident and powerful in her *stunning* and RARE three-piece outfit by the famous Henry-Lee! Time to make coffee for that demanding boss of hers...

This outfit includes a dress, jacket, and coordinating belt - the dress features a tobacco-brown bodice with a spiffy tie at the neckline, and the skirt is done in a textured heavy poly knit of brown, blue, and white. The coordinating jacket is done in the same pattern as the skirt, and boasts gorgeous soutache trim down the bodice, on the pockets, and on the sleeves (see photos). One of the sharpest features on this outfit is the navy blue shiny belt - it has no holes so it's completely adjustable for comfort, and it can be worn on the dress or outside the jacket!

The only issue with this outfit is that one of the buttons on the left wrist (see pic 2) is missing its little gold "ring" but other than that, it's still in excellent vintage condition!

This outfit is marked a vintage size 16, and in my estimation it could fit a modern 10/12, but please refer to all measurements listed below:

Jacket:
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: Open - no buttons
Waist: Open - no buttons
Hip: Open - no buttons
Sleeve: 22"
Length: 24.5"

Dress:
Shoulder: 16"
Bust: 20" (double)
Waist: 16.5" (double)
Hip: 19.5" (double)
Length: 41"

Belt: 38.5" long

Price:  $99.99 plus $8.00 US shipping; $ 19.95 for internation shipping.

Thanks for stopping by! :)

New Shoes, Sweater, Peasant Top & Secretary Outfits on ETSY!

 Wow!  I sure wish these fit me - I call these my Edie/Twiggy 60s shoes - they are by Ferragamo Schiavone, made in Italy, and should fit a 5.5 to a narrow 6.  Priced right!

This is a gorgeous hand-knit granny square open cardi, and it's done in the fabulous orange/avocado green/gold colors that were *everywhere* in the 70s - pick it up before the fall season begins!

This heavily-embroidered peasant top was made in Mexico, and should fit a modern small to medium (40" bust).  Accessories not included, but contact me via Etsy if you're interested in them!

Sweet two-piece secretary/church/luncheon outfit from Blair, marked a size 14 petite.

Another two-piece secretary style outfit by the one and only Leslie Fay - it's a size 12, but should also fit a 14 based upon its measurements.  Thanks for stopping by!  :)http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheVaVaVoomShoppe

Vtg Lipstick Red ALFRED SHAHEEN Asian-Inspired Maxi Dress M/L

I couldn't decide which of Maxine's wigs best set off the feel of this gorgeous ALFRED SHAHEEN maxi dress, so I decided to dress her up in both, and let you decide!!

This dress is absolutely stunning - it's done in a thick, true lipstick red polyester, and features full chiffon sleeves, and Shaheen's famous Asian writing down the front of the dress. It zips up the back, has a mandarin collar and seven buttons near the left collarbone area. It has a sexy slit up the left-hand side, which measures 21". It's machine washable, tumble dry low. There are a couple of small snags towards the bottom, but they are not noticeable when worn.

There is an Alfred Shaheen tag inside, and also a tag that says "Betty Bone." I don't know who Betty Bone is, so perhaps you'll have better luck researching her than I did! :) The size tag is too faded to read, so please refer to the following measurements to ensure a proper fit:

Shoulder: 15.5"
Bust: 18.5" (double)
Waist: 17" (double)
Hip: 20" (double)
Sleeve: 33"
Length: 56.5" shoulder to hem

Price:  $120.00 plus $8.00 US shipping; international shipping is $16.95.  Don't let this beauty get away!

Pamela Courson Morrison Doll - Paris 1971 Fashion Inspiration!

A few days ago, I uploaded pics of my latest Pamela Courson doll to my Tumblr account! (www.otophile.tumblr.com/archive).  I have always been inspired by Pam's style in Paris - she varied her Paris style from dramatic (like the black cape pics) to casual, so I wanted to capture her more dramatic flair...the cape is handmade, the print top is vintage, and I managed to find a little Super-8 camera like the one she's holding in the Paris photos.  All photos of Pam are courtesy of my girls Rae and Alix, www.pamelacourson.tumblr.com.  They are working hard on a book about Pamela!  Enjoy!