When you need to update your LBD, why not go and lace it up? It’s a little different, a lot feminine and we have some great options in store for you. Open this weekend but closed on Monday for Vicky’s bday.
L~Oscar de la Renta 1990’s black lace dress, size 6. YSL 1990’s crystal heart necklace.
C~YSL black lace peplum dress, size 6. 1960’s crystal belt.
R~Pucci black lace key hole mini dress, size 6. Art Deco crystal necklace.
Be peachy keen in one of these designer jersey dresses which are sexy AND comfortable. We know that you have events coming up and you know that we have great dresses, so is it a date?
L~McQueen slinky rouched dress, size 42. 1960’s Sherman crystal necklace.
C~Pucci (contemporary) Caribbean print dress with belt, size 42 sold.
R~Hamel “J-Lo” dress, size M.
For a night out in white might I suggest one of these 3 beauts? Now let’s just cut to the chase and gaze at that AMAZING cubic zirconia belt! I don’t know much about it other than it came out of an estate in Montreal. Perhaps Persian? Being cubic zirconias, that would date it to post 1960’s. She may just need to sprout some lips in order to tell us the rest of her story.
L~Prada white wiggle dress, size 6. Belt 25″ waist.
C~1960’s hand beaded & accordion pleated dress, size 6-8.
R~Emilio Pucci lace-up dress, size 4.
I think we all need a shot of colour to get over last weekend’s weather, will this do?
L~Preen chartreuse & tan leopard knit dress, size S.
C~1960’s Pucci velvet jacket, size S.
R~1960’s hand beaded, double knit dress, size 6-8.
Are you dying to wear coral but don’t want to have an adverse effect on our reefs? Then check out our freshly installed window display below. Please note that the centre Pucci ensemble is comprising of a tunic top AND palazzo pants. Could it be anymore summer party by the pool apropos? So save a reef & stay chic kittens!
L~1950’s lace dress, size 0-2 Sold. 1960’s crystal belt.
C~Pucci silk twill 2 pc pant set, size 6.Sold
R~Chanel 1996 wool suit with velvet trim, size 4-6. Chanel camellia pin.
‘Tis the season to wear luxe fabrics with lot of bling to brighten up your evenings with. Strike it rich in 18k gold paired with black for that contrasting look that says “I am the present” at your next party. See below for inspiration.
L~Pucci dress with lace bodice, size 6. 1950’s hand sequined cardigan, size S sold.
C~Arnold Scassi 1990’s gold brocade gown, size 8-10. 1960’s KJL collar.
R~Narciso Rodriguez black stretch dress, size 6. 1950’s gold braid jacket, size M. Leiber purse sold
Chocolate hues and vining grapes set the tone for this label heavy autumn display. Go from day to cocktail hour in that one-pocketed Prada on the right with a toss of the cardigan/blazer. It’s a super versatile workhorse of a dress! That centre Pucci- not so much. It’s more of a show pony, meant to dazzle your on-lookers with it’s fab print and poet sleeves. Separates are not to be overlooked over on the left. Dior ruffles and ribbons abound on that romantic crochet cardigan. It’s paired with a warm wool Celine pleated skirt which would look sweet with some tall leather boots. And there is loads more in store kittens!
L~Dior crochet cardigan, size 10. 1940’s lapel pin. Celine 1970’s wool skirt, size 8-10.
C~Pucci 1970’s organza gown with poet sleeves, size 0.
R~Prada chocolate dress with pocket, size 6. 1970’s clear crystal necklace.
This week we’re getting busy with prints and new merchandise. Some fantastic items have landed for all you ladies who are a size 8-10, including that centre Pucci below. Arthur has been geeking out over them saying; “I would have a sex change to wear these clothes. Kinda kidding…” So you know they MUST be drool worthy then! Jaw dropping dresses, shoes and blouses from the likes of Balmain, Dolce & Gabbana, Bluemarine, Marchesa, Pucci, Elie Saab, and the list goes on. See you soon kittens;)
L~Chanel logo print silk dress, size 6.
C~Pucci silk chiffon gown with bead fringe ties, size 8 Sold. 1960’s Austrian crystal collar.
R~Pucci silk long sleeve dress with tie belt, size 8.
Veering away from our usual frock filled windows, we are focusing this week on outerwear instead. In particular; the Burberry trench. Ever wonder why they are called ‘trench’ coats? Well, it’s because Burberry (or Aquascutum-the jury is still out on this) developed the coat for use by the British and French soldiers fighting in the trenches during WWI. Now you know! Get ready to fight the elements this fall and dodge those drops in a classic piece that is tried and true.
L~1970’s Burberry trench, size M. Dior 1970’s silk scarf.
C~ Contemporary Burberry London quilted trench, size M Sold. 1970’s Pucci silk scarf.
R-Contemporary Burberry London trench with removable wool lining, size M. Hermes silk scarf.
We’ve got the blues here this week at 180 Avenue… We are having these sads because nobody has worn that Pucci on the right out yet!!! It’s just twirling it’s tags, patiently waiting for someBODY to take it to an event. This backless silk print & sleeved frock is a perfect size 4 Sold. It’s current companions are both from the 1950’s. Centre dame is a hand beaded silk chiffon confection, size 0-2. Lefty cool cotton is a size 6 Sold
