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October 9, 2015 No Comments

We are absolutely smitten with fall! Every year it seems to woo us more and more. The crisp weather means layers, jackets, boots and our fav; accessories. This window is just a teaser for what’s in store. You can find woolen day dresses, cropped fur jackets, cashmere cardigans, cross body purses and tweed coats all to swaddle yourself in.

This week our lefty lady is sporting a contemporary Mugler wool mini skirt (size 4) with a 1970’s YSL plaid silk blouse (size S). The ensemble is topped with a 1950’s black cashmere & tan mink cardigan (size M). Front and centre ‘Suzy’ has on a 1960’s eyelash wool dress (size 6) paired with a 1950’s cropped embellished wool cardigan Sold(Size S-M). Righty ‘Ruthy’ has on a very chic early 1970’s black wool skirt suit with brown beaver fur trim Sold. The skirt is a size 0 while the jacket is more of a 2-4, paired with an Hermes scarf.

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October 2, 2015 No Comments

You may have noticed that we took a little break from posting.  This was because we were away in Europe seeing the sights of Paris and Italy. But now we are back, fully recharged and ready to dazzle you with this vermilion hued display. The “piece de resistance” on the left is by none other than the late, great, Arnold Scaasi. This size 0-2 sequin covered 1960’s frock is truly a one-of-a-kind. The original owner was a close friend of Scaasi’s and many of her dresses were custom made for her by the designer himself. Truly a traffic stopper! The centre mannequin features a Chinese Deco, hand embroidered, silk jacket with frog closures. On the right we have a sporty 1960’s wool knit day dress, great for the office in a size 6.

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September 10, 2015 No Comments

As the red carpets unfurl for the kickoff to TIFF today, we are celebrating with a glamourous new ‘dow. Our centre 1960’s hand sequined gown is a size 8-12 (has some give). She is flanked by not 1, but 2 Herve Leger bandage dresses. The golden one on the right is marked a large and the silver one is a XS Sold.

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September 3, 2015 No Comments

Here’s a frosty treat to cool down this hot week we’ve been having.

We’re including a back shot of this week’s display, because the walk away factor IS important. Left hand beaded gown is a size 2-6, the knit gives it room and is comfortable to wear. The centre brocade jacket with mother of pearl buttons is also from the 1960’s and is really a one size fits all. The right 1990’s beaded asymmetrical fluter dress is a size 6-8.

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August 21, 2015 No Comments

Every cloud has a silver lining, as does this new window display. We are totally swooning over the Naeem Khan on the right!! This flapper girl dress is completely covered in silver bugle beads that sway to and fro with every movement. It’s hypnotizing, really. It would takes a strong gal to wear this dress as all those glass beads weigh a ton! There is enough of them to stop a bullet, which could be useful should you find yourself at an ultra chic establishment that’s in the sketchy part of town….. Fashion AND function in a size 4-6 Sold

Centre hand beaded contemporary bridal dress is a size 4 and has been paired with a 1950’s crystal necklace and 1960’s crystal belt. The 1960’s wool knit and hand sequined trench on the left is a general size S.

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August 13, 2015 No Comments

Some colours come and go in and out of style. But from our experience, the colour of blush has always been a fav amongst you ladies.  This may be because of  it’s femininity, grace and softness. When paired with grey we find it gives depth, sincerity and contrast. Whatever the occasion may be, we don’t think you can go wrong with the kiss of blush.

Left dress is a size 6 and is from the 1960’s. The centre show stopper is a 1950’s satin frock in a size 2-4 (sold)and is paired with a rosé glass pearl and  crystal necklace. Righty girl is donning a 1950’s lace dress in size 4 that has been accessorized with a 1960’s hand beaded belt.

 

 

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August 7, 2015 No Comments

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

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July 31, 2015 No Comments

This post is definitely garden party approved! Just grab pair of  wedges (to avoid aerating your host’s lawn. Unless it needs it, then go for heels(?)) and you’re off to the races.  Both the left (Sold) and right dresses are from the 1930’s & are cut on the bias.  This gives them some fluidity, so they are both a general size small. Fast forward 80+ years to the centre silk dress, by Dries Van Noten. This contemporary boho frock is a size 6. Deco glass flapper necklace sold separately.

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July 24, 2015 No Comments

Crisp, clean and pristine~this window goes out to all of you ladies who will be attending a white party in the near future. We have many chic little numbers that will do you right! Left dress is a Gucci (Tom Ford) and is a size 2. Middle mannequin sports a 1960’s Teal Traina frock, size 6. The Valentino on the right is a size 10-12.

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July 16, 2015 No Comments

We’re going 180° from last week’s look with this fresh, casual/girly display. We got excited putting together these looks for you and people seem to be digging it on the sidewalk and over on our instagram account.  The left is very ‘can’t be late for the safari’, isn’t it? This 1960’s dress is from Holt Renfrew (size 6) and is paired with a vintage swiss watch pendant sold. In the centre we are featuring a hand embroidered silk flower frock that dates from the 1950’s, it’s a size 6-8. On the right we have a contemporary Escada (size 10) paired with a brand new Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily python bag Sold. Are you drooling? Perhaps you should contact us for help?

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