Vtg 90s Grunge Crushed Velvet Festival Mini-Dress!

Maxine heads off to a grunge music revival in her gorgeous emerald green crushed velvet mini-dress by Styles to Go!

This dress features large buttons on the collar - you can wear it all buttoned up, or unbutton it (see pics) for a more casual look. It's got kind of a goth vibe, depending on how you choose to accessorize it - I think it would look cute with black tights and boots, huh? Adding a hat or a belt would look great, too!

It's marked a size medium (I think it could fit a large), but please refer to the meas. below to ensure a proper fit:

Shoulder: 18"
Bust: 20" (double)
Waist: 18.5" (double)
Hip: 20" (double)
Sleeve: 21.5"
Length: 35" shoulder to hem

Price:  A mere $19.99, plus $5.00 US shipping; $13.95 international shipping.

Don't let this beauty get away!

New Ear Bandit Items Now Available!

I've been busy creating some new items that will soon be available on earbandit.net, as well as my Etsy site!  Here's a cute 80-page lined notebook, featuring the one and only Ear Bandit, fluttering his way into your heart - he's perfect for stashing away in your purse, and look how well he coordinates with the matching Ear Bandit pens!

I've also created another Ear Bandit t-shirt!

And here is my personal favorite - this is an Ear Bandit window decal - he attaches from the inside of your window, and this decal can be removed and replaced over and over again, when you feel like moving him from your rear window in the car to your kitchen window (which is what I intend to do...these guys just flutter in when you least expect it!)  Enjoy!

Vtg 80s UGLY Neon Picasso Jacket - M-XL

Oh my goodness...have you ever seen anything quite so 80s kraptastic in your life??

Maxine is, like, totally speechless. She's sporting a rare 80s treasure here - it's a silky Picasso print jacket, done in great 80s neon colors, complete with batwing sleeves and shoulderpads. It's got no size or fabric tags - I'm fairly sure it's a poly blend, and it's machine washable (I've laundered it!) It zips up the front and has front pockets. There are a couple of jackets on Etsy similar to this one, but I'm the only shop that has it available in NEON!

Based on the measurements, I think this jacket could easily fit anyone from a medium to plus size, but please refer to meas. below to ensure a proper fit:

Shoulder: 21"
Bust: 24" (double)
Sleeve: 23"
Length: 25.5" shoulder to hem

Price:  $19.99 plus $5.00 US shipping; $13.95 for international shipping.

Please, PLEASE give this jacket a loving home, won't you??

Hellobe Again! Ear Bandit Shirts Now in Navy/Orange!

Max and the Ear Bandit

She's trying to look blase, but she's truly excited!

Yours Truly, creatrix of the Ear Bandit!

So...the little Ear Bandit has fluttered into town once more, and lookie!  Here it is on Maxine and on me - cute, huh?  It says "Earbandit.net" on the back - this one's a size Small, and for those of you with boobage (or shorter, like the pic of me - 5'4" and a size 8/10 compared with Maxine, who's 5'11" and a size 2) I might recommend going up to a Medium - these shirts don't really shrink, but who wants to chance it, right?

Available at earbandit.net, for $19.99 - FREE SHIPPING TO US residents!

Vintage Early 90s Lipstick Red Cocktail Dress - Sz 6

Va-va-VOOM!!

Maxine is headed out the door (with my debit card, no doubt!) for a night at a swanky restaurant in this fabulous late 90s cocktail dress by Ann Tijan for Kenar!

This dress features small shoulder pads and a flattering scoop neckline, princess seaming, a zip-up back, and just LOOK at the bottom of the skirt on the left-hand side - this is for a daring dame - the slit has X-shaped rhinestones!! If this fit, I would keep it for myself! Very classy and sophisticated!

It's done in a crepey polyester and acetate, and it's dry-clean only. It's marked a size 6 petite, but please refer to the meas. below to ensure a proper fit:

Shoulder: 16"
Bust: 17.5" (double)
Waist: 14" (double)
Hip: 17.5" (double)
Length: 35.5" shoulder to hem
Sleeve: 23"

Price:  $65.99 plus $5.00 US shipping, $13.95 international shipping.

80s Does the 60s Black Cocktail Dress w/Rhinestone Belt

Maxine is ready for a night on the town in her glamorous cocktail dress by Positive Attitude!

This dress is done in a 100% polyester crepe feel, and it features a beautiful cream satin folded collar (which dips to a slight "V" in the back, with a pointed back collar), and matching cream satin cuffs on the sleeves! It also has a faux belt in front, with a dainty rhinestone buckle! It has shoulder pads, but they are small. It is machine washable and tumble dry low.

It is marked a size 6, but please refer to the measurements below to ensure a proper fit:

Shoulder: 16.5"
Bust: 17" (double)
Waist: 15.5" (double)
Hip: 18" (double)
Length: 37.5" shoulder to hem
Sleeve: 18.5"

Price:  $45.99 plus $5.00 US shipping; $13.95 international shipping.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/101207236/vtg-80s-does-the-60s-blackcream-cocktail

Like, OMG, how totally awesome is this??

Maxine looks every bit the 80s Valley Girl today in her vintage blouson mini-dress by Seattle Gear! It's done in a medium-dark wash, in 100% cotton, and it's got the great 80s batwing sleeves, gigantic shoulder pads (which are attached by velcro for easy removal), and the dress buttons all the way down the front.

The waist is elastic, and it's got a short mini-skirt (Max is 5'11" for reference) and you can roll the sleeves up for more casual look, or leave them down as shown! It has two large chest pockets and slash pockets on the skirt portion.

The dress is a size small, but please refer to meas. listed below to ensure proper fit:

Shoulder: Open
Bust: Up to 20" due to blouson effect (double)
Waist: 12" to 14" due to elastic (double)
Hip: 18" (double)
Length: 38" shoulder to hem
Skirt portion: 20.5" waist to hem
Sleeve: 20.5"

Price:  $30.99 plus $5.00 US shipping; $13.95 international.

Vtg Bubblegum Pink Grecian Goddess Wraparound Nightgown w/Gold Trim - M to XL

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

Although I send my items out clean, please be aware that they could have been previously exposed to pet dander, perfume, smoke, etc. in case you have senstive allergies.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/101204697/vtg-bubblegum-pink-grecian-goddess

90s Grunge Romper Dress on Etsy - Size 8/10

Maxine presents this darling little early 90s floral "romper" style dress from Molly Malloy! It's 100% polyester crepe, and it features an overlay of fabric ending in a little flounced skirt, and it has a tie in back for easy waist adjustment! It's done in a charming floral print of black and cream - couldn't you picture Courtney Love wearing something like this back in the day?

It's machine washable and dryable. It's marked a size 8, but I think it could fit a 10 just fine, but please refer to the meas. below to ensure a proper fit:

Shoulder: 15.5"
Bust: 19" (double)
Waist: 15" (double)
Hip: Open
Length: 36" shoulder to hem
Sleeve: 9"

Price:  $29.99 plus $5.00 US shipping - international shipping $13.95.https://www.etsy.com/listing/101262556/vtg-90s-grunge-blackcream-floral-romper

Sweater and Trench Coat SOLD on Etsy!

Sold on Etsy - sorry to see these two lovelies go (I never had a chance to wear either one!) but they're on their way to good homes!  I'm on vacation for a week, but stay tuned for more vintage posts when I return!

New Plus-Size Dresses, Coat, Sweater, Pantsuit on Etsy!

70s vintage poly Asian-inspired pantsuit, size medium to large.  The colors are indeed as vibrant as they look!

70s boho wrap sweater, size small to medium, in very soft acrylic.  Cream/reddish orange, orange, and navy.

Gorgeous soft aqua Ursula of Switzerland wedding/mother-of-the-bride flapper-style dress, size 9/10, but will fit larger.  Hat and necklace are available if you convo me!

Gorgeous kelly green 80s secretary/wiggle dress, size 14!

Another lovely 80s secretary dress, in a beautiful shade of fuchsia, size 14, and just LOOK at the detailing below of the belt:

Groovy 60s/70s polyester trench coat, reminiscent of what "99" would have worn on the show "Get Smart!"  It's fully lined, and will fit a modern medium to large.  Hat is available.

Silky 70s/80s secretary dress - dress has been pinned to fit Max, but actually is plus-sized - would fit up to a modern 14/16, in lovely shades of fuchsia and grey.

80s does the 20s here in this cobalt blue dropped-waist dress by Miss Chaus, size 12!  Hat and jewelry not included, but convo me if you're interested, as they complete the look!

New Vintage Sweater and Suit on Etsy!

Great 70s acrylic "grandpa" style sweater - so cozy and warm!  Will fit large to extra-large - a little yellowing of the acrylic from age, but plenty of wear left in this one!

I call this outfit "I Want to Be a Scottish Princess!"  It's a vintage 80s Doncaster wool three-piece wardrober, complete with a huge matching shawl!  The suit features a pencil skirt with two slash pockets, a jacket with large shoulder pads and black velvet trim - this suit is in immaculate condition, and as you can see in the next pic, looks great with a crisp white blouse (not included).  This set ALSO includes the large black-stone vintage brooch - don't miss it!

Pamela Courson Morrison's White Pantsuit/Scarf Inspiration!

Here I've dressed Maxine in a white vintage pantsuit that I bought off eBay, and the scarf is vintage, too!  Tried to capture the look of Pam in those famous "levitation" photos she took with Jim - wish the scarf was longer, but this was the closest match I could find - hope you enjoy!

Image courtesy of my favourite ladies on Tumblr, Rae and Alix at http://www.pamelacourson.tumblr.com/!

I also made a Pam Barbie doll!  I scoured eBay until I found the pantsuit, and I made the scarf myself.  For those who are interested, you can follow me on http://www.otophile.tumblr.com/ for more Pam Barbie pics in the future!

I had trouble with her bangs here!  I'm too scared to cut a wig myself!  :D