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Vintage Clothing Jumper Dress Style

December 19th 2011 08:28
Most people have heard the expression woolly jumpers. And we can all identify a dress. But to people detached from fashion or clothing, the idea of a wool dress – alternatively referred to as a jumper dress – might seem like something from a previous era. Stylish women have always thought differently, and the jumper dress can be categorised as one of those things that ought to look odd but doesn't, like turkey and cranberry.

Jumper dresses can be worn in different ways but not every outfit or situation looks right or correct – there still needs to be a little thought put in. But knitted dresses worn in the right way manage to be pleasing to the senses in ways that it's difficult to pin down. The natural flexibility of wool (perhaps with a little knitted-in enhancement) is the starting point for the success. A knitted dress is likely to hug the body form more closely than any tailored cotton number could be, if figure-hugging is the design. But acting cautiously, a looser fit can also be worn and not look to shabby.


Knitted dresses work in a very unique way, avoiding the need for add-on designs, they can be knitted into the fabric of the dress, whether it's a two-dimensional coloured affect or something that uses relief and texture to create an effect as in many knitted jumpers that feature rope-like designs. It creates authentic, designed features that really bring out the curvaceous lines of a well fitted dress. Another plus for the fashion lover is that they don't need much looking after, and will look just as good in the taxi home as they did when dressing to go out.


If you must explore the good, the bad and the ugly in the realm of jumper dresses, visit your local vintage clothing store and prepare to have your preconceptions shattered – whatever they were. Among the self-knitted and the plain gaudy, you'll find many examples of design perfection. You'll find the softest wools made with the love and affection belonging to such a sensual item of clothing. Get out there, see how one looks on you. If you're not convinced at the moment you'll quickly see what all the fuss is about as you slide into the most comfortable, flattering and easy to wear dress you may have ever owned.


While the knitted dress has certainly had its ups and downs, fashion-wise, they are hot property these days, an unlikely star of fashion shows and the international fashion scene Don't expect a minimalist, revealing style – no knitted dress could possibly sustain the structural needs of the slim-strapped evening dress or the overtly revealing looks. But as plenty of women have discovered, the gently persuasive elasticity can attract far more flash bulbs when worn well and if you have the figure to show off the dress to its best, you can't fail to wear it well because it finds its own shape the moment it's pulled on.

So sadly for the fashionistas, your secret is out, and it's time we all started to reap the benefits of at least one special jumper dress. Don't think of this as a frumpy pullover trying to be something it's not – it's a player in its own right and needs to be a component of every ladies clothing collection.

Callum Asterman - About the Author:
Like many vintage fashion items jumper dresses have had their ups and downs but they certainly look good on the right person. Callum explains the trends in vintage clothing on several websites.
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Things to consider when buying vintage goods
By:Julie27

There are so many ways to buy fashion apparels these days. You can purchase your fashion items in physical stores, online stores, online auctions, expos or high-end auctions. But whatever method you choose, there are general guidelines you should follow.

When buying designer cheap , vintage stuffs, you have to find your size - get a quick reading on an un-sized garment, hold it against your body and see how it hangs relative to arms, legs, bust and waistline. But you MUST try it on to be sure. Don't EVER buy a piece, even as simple as a tank top, without trying it on. Finally, with vintage clothes, put them on gently at half speed--it's sad to have to buy something just because you ripped it a new neckline.

Recognize quality garments - Great buttons, beautiful interior seams, unusual details (like cuffs of a peculiar shape), welted buttonholes (the kind that look like mail slots) any detail that looks like it took some thought and effort rather than run-of-the-mill. The more experience you get shopping at secondhand stores, the better and wiser you get. Also, try not to blow a couple dollars here and there constantly buying stuff -- it's much smarter to save up for a really great, high-quality piece that you'll wear and wear for years.

If you're looking to pump up your wardrobe with designer clothes , consignment may be a great, cost-effective way to do it. Then again you have to consider several things. Find a good consignment store by searching in an affluent, fashion forward neighborhood to save about 70% off retail. The best time to buy current merchandise is halfway through a season you can find items brought in by style mavens who are already through with them.

The best bargains are usually the most expensive -- it's difficult to get 30-40% off retail for an Armani. Look for core pieces, such as a Calvin Klein pantsuit, which can be purchased for a few hundred dollars. You can build from there and accessorize. Shop by feel -- you'll appreciate the better fabrics. And once you start wearing better cut clothing it's hard to go back.

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Halloween is less than 2 months away and I know that some of you ladies are probably going to wait until the last minute to get your costume. I don't relish the thought of wading through a sea of people to find that the costume you want is sold out, and the rest aren't in your size, or they are missing pieces. This happens all too often and it really sours the mood on what is normally a really fun holiday.

I stumbled across a site that has some really sexy Halloween costumes. They look fantastic and all of your favorites are there. The French Maid, the Police woman, the Nurse. But wait, this site goes way beyond that. It took me a while to navigate through all of the amazing costumes and accessories but I was astounded at some of the costumes I saw.

The forces of good and evil battle it out as either an angel or a devil. You can be a beer girl like in those commercials(The kind from Germany or Holland) A Geisha, a Girl Scout, Fairytale beings, a Fireman,Flight Attendant, a Vampire, the list is too extensive. With over 1,100 costumes in all sizes(plus sizes too!) it would be hard to match the selection and ease of getting your costume here.



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Designing a perfect wedding.

January 29th 2010 01:45
Recently my girlfriend and I decided to get married, and we began planning for the wedding. Neither of us had ever taken the plunge before so we were both pretty clueless about where to begin. We needed to get the dress for her and myself a tuxedo. Finding these items would be no easy task. We spent quite some time looking everywhere to find the perfect dress for my bride to be. I thought it was hopeless so I started looking around online until finally, exhausted from my search I found the perfect dress.

It was gorgeous. A stunning white gown, strapless with an ornate breast and a very sheer torso with a lace appeal. The length was perfect, and the look was perfection. My fiance nearly fainted when she saw it. Feeling triumphant I went about on my search for the perfect tuxedo. This task proved to me much simpler and within a couple of days I had my suit ready to go.

The quest was far from over. Now we had to outfit the bridesmaids and the groomsmen. Finding outfits to fit this assorted crew of people would be a daunting task. For this I let my fiance work on the ladies and I went to work searching for tuxedos for the guys. I went with rented suits from a local rental place that was inexpensive. My wife after a fruitless search followed suit and went with the same company for the bridesmaids. We were still a long way off from our goal.

We needed a caterer, a place to hold the reception, a band, flowers, we needed to decide on a church or an outdoor wedding. What priest would perform the ceremony. It was than that I realized we hadn't even found the jewelry my wife would wear. I had some gold cuff-links in a drawer and I borrowed my fathers best watch for the occasion. She would not be outfitted so easily. I consulted with an old friend of mine who designs jewelry and hashed out the perfect combination of accessories to make my new wife look perfect.

The necklace was a sterling silver piece with many long strands of silver dangling off of it. They were short pieces and each was encrusted with small diamonds across their length. Another row of diamonds made the bow around the neckline. A matching diamond studded tennis bracelet for her wrist. I also found her a sterling silver broach with a twisting floral pattern and pink amethyst for the petals. Finally things were looking up for the big day.
While our quest for the perfect wedding may have been a harrowing one, with a little patience we were able to persevere and make our special day, well...special.

Wedding Fashion



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This week it seems I've really been focusing on clothes. This is natural to me because of the large collection of vintage clothing I own. Over 100 shirts. dozens of very vintage women's hats, and my few and precious leather coats that get a lot of use. So I'm focusing my energies on some great online shops that sell choice pieces of vintage. Yesterday we did serendipitouswinks shop and today I'm going to look at Verite Vintage.
Drop Waist Paisley Dress

This shop has a modest stock focusing heavily on women's dresses and tops. The collection is diverse including paisley and some classic Victorian style tops. There are some great looks here from frilled and ruffled collars to open tops with collars so you can go from refined to business ready in a shake.
Pumpkin Spice Blazer

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Paisley Top
Paisley Top

I just found a vintage slice of heaven on the internet.Serendipitouswinks. This place has got some really great items. Vintage dresses, handbags, shoes, jewelry and more. All the items I spied looked to be in immaculate condition and very reasonably priced. Some excellent paisley tops, knit tops and sweaters an absolutely fabulous Straw Tortoise Shell Handbag.
Tortoise Shell Handbag
Tortoise Shell Handbag


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by Robin Kittler

The dress has always been a popular garment for women throughout the ages. The dress has developed and evolved with differing styles and hemlines. In the 1920's the dress was usually referred to as 'flapper' clothing, loosened waistline, often backless and usually knee-length. In the 1930's the dress was elegant and sophisticated. In the 1940's the dress evolved into a more utility style, more conservative. In the 1950's the trend was reversed and the dress shapes were curvier with wasp waists and wide skirts over many underskirts. In the 1960's dresses were influenced by musical tastes and also the hippie style was worn


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So, what is vintage culture without vintage clothing? Or clothing that looks vintage at least. If you really want that pin up girl look but don't have the time to pick through piles of crap a the Salvation Army you should seriously consider heading on over to pinupgirlclothing.com

They have a great selection of world class looking threads and really hot models to show it off with. You can see Masuimi Max (she's one of my favorites.)and a host of other hotties showing off the pinup girls wares, err wears? They have dresses, swim wear, shoes, streetwear, men's clothing, Halloween customs, and more! Here's a couple of examples


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