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July 8, 2016 No Comments

It’s all about the fringe this Friday¡¡¡ Let your inner flapper girl roar in one of these fun frocks. Check out the centre one in motion over on our IG, @thecatsmeowmeow. It’s incredible! You may remember that we had it’s silver twin in the window last August. Summer is here kittens, so kick your heels up and shake it!

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L~1950’s Couture silk chiffon pleated dress with glass bead tassel hem, size 10.

C~Naeem Khan black glass bead fringe dress, size 6.

R-Marni fringe mini dress (sleeves not shown), size 6. Worn with a 1960’s Haskell pearl necklace.

 

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June 30, 2016 No Comments

Programing notice; we will be closed tomorrow to celebrate our nation’s 149th bday. We will resume regular hours as of Saturday.  A cat has got my tongue now leaving me uncharacteristically quiet and without commentary so I will just leave you with this week’s freshly installed window. Enjoy!

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L~ 1980’s Scaasi cotton brocade corseted dress, size 4-6. Worn with a 1960’s drippy crystal necklace.

C~ Early 1970’s jersey gown with hand beaded waist. Size 8.

R~1950’s Hawaiian screen print cotton dress, size 0. Worn with a crinoline.

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June 24, 2016 No Comments

Allergy and wedding sneazon (typo, it’s staying) is upon us. If you suffer from allergies like moi then you’ll be wanting to scratch out your own eyes, plug your nose with anything in reach and praying that another hive doesn’t pop up.

Ailments aside, we hope you’re not suffering through dress shopping.  We’ve heard how hard the struggle is out there and we have your remedy. Unplug yourself from the fashion mediocrity by checking out our options below⇓  New items arriving in weekly. Why don’t you stock us physically,  or on Instagram for the freshest selection?

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L~ Prada silk peplum dress, size 6. Worn with a 1970’s silver belt.

C~ 1950’s couture silk print dress, size 4.

R~Hervé Leger bandage dress with side slit zippers, size XS. Worn with a 1960’s 5 strand necklace.

 

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June 17, 2016 No Comments

I realize that this window is a bit of a stretch in the colour compatibility department. I guess I’m just feeling wild and risky this week! Or, it’s that I just had to showcase these beauties before they find new homes and leave us behind. I’m totally head over heels in love with the Oscar on the right! The feather and tulle hem is so feminine and it reminds me of  that robin egg blue Chanel confection that we had back in 2014. The Prada in the centre isn’t too bad either…

L~1950’s butterfly print cotton skirt, size 4-6 Sold. Worn with a tank and a Victorian jet bead lariat/belt.

C~Prada dusty rose/mocha silk taffeta dress, size 2-4. Worn with a 1960’s crystal and pearl necklace.

R~Oscar de la Renta silk chiffon pleated dress with tulle and feather hem. Size 2-4.

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June 10, 2016 No Comments

We didn’t quite know what to call this colour…… Ice blue, steel blue, slate blue or periwinkle blue? We decided to settle on powder blue, as it’s soft with a hint of grey. The Prada dress on the left is one of ten incredibly beautiful dresses that we received in this week. We hope to feature them all for you  in the window before they sell. There are some really exquisite pieces from houses like Chanel, Oscar and Valli just to name a few. Pop in soon for a peek!

L~ Prada appliqué on organza dress, size 4-6. Sold

C~ Ceil Chapman (Marilyn M’s fav)1950’s  silk chiffon gown, size 6.

R~ 1960’s hand crochet raffia dress, size 4-6. Worn with a 1970’s crystal necklace.

 

 

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June 3, 2016 No Comments

We have always had a soft spot for Mosch¡no! When it comes through the door here we are instantly thrilled to the gills to see and try it on. Whether it’s a contemporary piece by Jeremy Scott or a vintage number from the past, we just adore the tongue in cheek  humour that the brand evokes. Our current display features two items from the witty fashion house. Can you tell which one is contemporary and which is from the 1980’s? Take a peek below for the answer.

Now that we’ve blown our beak off about one of our favs, let’s get back to discussing the rest of our white window. There is nothing more crisp and clean looking than an ensemble of white. Wearing white is suitable for the following occasions; getting married, going to a white party, getting off of a charge in court (tried and proven x 2), meeting the future in-laws and ascension to heaven. Let us help you be a wolf in sheep’s clothing.

L~D&G cotton corset dress, size 2-6. Worn with a 1980’s Moschino reflective belt.

C~ Contemporary Moschino sequin T-shirt dress, general size S.

R~ Herve Leger bandage dress, size XS Sold. Worn with a 1970’s black crystal necklace.

 

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May 27, 2016 No Comments

We think our new champagne window is just as effervescent  and sweet as the French beverage. We’ve come upon this conclusion after studying the reactions of passersby on the sidewalk. It’s all math really…. Pedestrian speed x fashion stimuli / dopamine increase = goodness.

L~ Contemporary hand sequined dress, size 2-4. Sold

C~ 1960’s 2pc silk dress and jacket. Size 10.

R~Prabal Gurung cream silk blouse with ribbons and mink pom pom detail, size 10. Worn with an Oscar de la Renta skirt, size 10.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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