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May 20, 2016 No Comments

So everyone went gaga last week over our instagram pic of the tangerine window! We figured we would stick with the fruity juice theme since that’s what everyone seems to be thirsty for. Feel like a twist of lime this time?  Don’t worry this citrus won’t make you pucker, we promise 😉

L~1960’s cotton dress with hand beaded milk glass trim, size 0-2.

C~ 1970’s chiffon gown with ornate pearl waistband, size 6-8. Sold

R~1960’s cotton jacket with hand beaded milk glass trim. Size XS-S.

On display

May 13, 2016 No Comments

Fresh squeezed tangerines are now juicing it up in our window. (And by juicing I don’t mean the steroid crazy/scary muscle kind, that would be weirder than GMOs….) Warm weather time is now here and that means THOSE events are soon approaching. What will you be wearing?  C’mon in for a visit and let us show you something sweet from our collection. Lots of new party and day dresses added weekly.

L~ 1960’s chiffon dress, size 4. (Crinoline sold separately.) Worn with a Deco brass and Czech glass belt.

C~ Roberto Cavalli sik floral print bias-cut dress, size S. Worn with a 1960’s clear crystal expandable choker. Sold

R~ 1960’s satin rosebud dress, size 4-6. On sale!

On display

May 6, 2016 No Comments

When black’s not right, why not navy? The non-neutral but yet neutral shade… Check out the crazy Walk Away Factor™ on that dress to the right. Its button up racerback is stunningly chic, especially forward for it’s time considering that it’s from the 1970’s. Perfectly flirty and guaranteed to drop jaws!

L~Contemporary french silk dress with hand beading, size 10-12.

C~Prada cotton print dress, size 4-6. Sold

R~Rodrigues 1970’s silk chiffon dress with fab back, size 2. Worn with a 1960’s crystal and poured glass necklace.

On display

April 29, 2016 No Comments

Dove grays and cutaways occupy the centre stage this week in our window. When creme or white isn’t right, why not opt for this subtle neutral alternative?

L~ 1960’s crochet cutaway midriff dress, size 4-6. Sold

C~1970’s hand beaded jersey gown, size 2-4. Sold

R~1960’s cutaway brocade cocktail dress, size 6.

On display

April 22, 2016 No Comments

I’m releasing my inner dominatrix this week (not really) by giving you a black leather filled window. Fun fact; I cut my teeth in many a retail shop before opening the Meow Meow and Danier leather (RIP) was one of them. Therefore I may know a thing or two about skins. One things for sure, I can tell you that all three items featured here are made of fine supple lamb leather. Only the best for you kittens!

L~Thierry Mugler 1990’s black leather dress, size 4-6.

C~1980’s black leather pleated and studded skirt, size 0-2. Worn with a Leger top, size XS and a Dior necklace.

R~Contemporary Mikael D leather and lace dress, size 2-4. Worn with a Burberry London quilted leather peplum jacket, size 0-2.

On display

April 15, 2016 No Comments

Our fresh window has 3 dollops of cream but with 0 calories! How sweet is that?! We have been getting alot of you brides through as of late so we though we should do an ‘alternative bridal’ theme for this week. Whether it’s a tack filled Las Vegas eloping (white lace 60’s jumpsuit anyone?), a chic barn wedding in the country or a highbrow affair in the Swiss alps; we do have options for you.

L~ 1950’s hand embellished wool cardigan, size smedium sold.  Worn with a Herve Leger mini, XXS.

C~1960’s double layer silk chiffon gown with pearl and crystal encrusted bodice. Size 6.

R~1960’s Swiss couture hand made lace dress. Size 6-8. Worn with a Deco crystal necklace.

On display

April 7, 2016 No Comments

If you’re a long time follower of our blog then you know that pink & purple is our #1 fav colour mash up.  So it should come as no surprise that this window was a real treat for us to merchandise. These suits are giving us total Elle Woods vibes and that’s probably another reason why we love it so much. Details on these chic ensembles below.

L~Escada Couture pink silk satin suit with removable mink trim. Size 10.

C~1960’s lilac wool suit with pink fox sleeves. Skirt size 4, jacket size 4-6.

R~1960’s pink wool suit with fox sleeves. Skirt size 0, jacket size 0-4

A very special On Display!

March 31, 2016 No Comments

We have rolled out the red carpet, literally, for our big 10th year anniversary window! We are so excited to show you some couture pieces from our personal collection. So if you’re coming this Saturday to our party (from 10-5) you will get an exclusive peek at 2 never before exhibited gowns which showcase fashion’s golden era. And if you can’t make it on Saturday, then please click to view the image below, we promise you won’t regret it!  We have entitled this window ‘Possible Conversations’.

The left couture gown is by the “Master”, Cristobal Balenciaga. It is constructed with a cream silk jacquard fabric featuring a chrysanthemum design and long crystal bead fringe sleeves.  This piece hails from the winter 1961 collection and is documented in the fashion memoir ‘Balenciaga’ by Marie-Andrée Jouve.

The right gown is a 1952 Christian Dior couture gown. (It has thin straps but is short in the torso so we tucked them in for display) It is made of a cream cotton organza and encrusted with gold beaded ‘bursts’. Tiny cotton flowers and prong set crystals are also hand applied throughout. Truly a dream!

On display

March 25, 2016 No Comments

Don’t know if you noticed or not, but we skipped out on doing a post last week. Sorries… Things have been a little crazy around the Meow Meow lately as we are preparing for our big 10 year anniversary next week. On Saturday, April 2nd we will be celebrating this landmark with a party at the shop. There will be some special goodies and surprises in store (literally) so mark it on your calendar and c’mon out to celebrate with us! In the meanwhile, why don’t you check out our new window display ↓

L~Bill Blass 1980’s red silk handkerchief hem dress. Size 6-8.

C~1970’s red crepe gown with maribou feather sleeves. Size 4.

R~1960’s chiffon banded hem dress. Size 2.

On display

March 10, 2016 No Comments

I don’t mean to brag but, I’ve seen many beautiful garments and textiles over the past 15 years in this biz. It’s like fuel for me, or perhaps it’s more equivalent to an addiction? I literally get a high when an item comes into the shop that is beyond gorgeous. This was the case in point when the light chartreuse gown (below) was first introduced to me. It really has all the bells and whistles; stunning colour, great Parisian label, fantastic beading and clean crisp lines. And the cherry on the cake; it has pockets to keep your pose game strong with. We flanked this gem with two petal pink silk chiffon gowns, more details below pic↓

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L~ 1960’s pale pink silk chiffon gown with hand beaded bodice and satin belt. Size 6-8.

C~1960’s Harry Algo Paris wool chartreuse gown with large silver domes and crystal beadwork. Size 6.

R~1960’s pale pink silk chiffon gown with hand embroidered ribbon and crystal bodice. Size 0-2.

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