Why Don't I Wear These More Often?

The past few weeks I've been attempting to go though and organize everything in my massive closet. I never fully realized the amount I've collected until I tried to carve out more space for everything since we moved into our house. Below are some things I wear ALL THE TIME and others I don't wear enough!

1950's Hollywood Maxwell Bustier via Ebay
1950's Blue Fox Fur Shawl via Revolver

The Trapeze Coat below I bought on Ebay for a steal! There's a matching formal dress that goes with it, but unfortunately the original owner did not sub par alterations to the straps that I've been meaning to get fixed. The fabric, beading & embroidery is SO BEAUTIFUL I couldn't pass this up!

1960's Embroidered Silk Tourist Trapeze Coat via Ebay

This little cocktail dress below is one I'm too cautious to wear out and about! The silk is so delicate & soft I'm worried I'll ruin it! The only times I wear it are if I know I won't be travelling from place to place. I've been meaning to do a series of posts on my collection of clothing & lingerie, but my seasonal depression has put a bit of a damper on that 😕Hopefully I'll be able to muster up some motivation as the weather in North Dakota improves 😏

1950's Navy Silk Dress via HolliePoint on Etsy

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Wear Whatever the Hell You Want

I don't know about you, but I feel like everyday should be a day to dress-up, wear weird things, or just be a different style version of yourself. My style is not fluid by any means. I wear what I want and there's usually never any rhyme or reason. I go through spurts where I will wear nothing but Black for weeks on end, or I'll wear the most ostentatious vintage blouse or dress. Weird looks and stares are usually waiting outside the door, but as Mae West said, "It's better to be looked over than over-looked". Or at least, that's my motto. Lately, I've decided that if I want to wear a 1950's bathing suit out and about, I'm going to. I don't live near any lakes or pools, but it's nice to pretend like you do :) 1950's Bathing Suit w/ a 1960's Bed Jacket I'm quite a big fan of Vintage Bed Jackets and it's one of the many things I hoard (collect). I found this GORGEOUS & PRISTINE Deadstock Bed Jacket from "

What's Behind the Elusiveness of "Plus Size Vintage"?

My main goal when opening my business, Carmine & Hayworth , was to open the arena of vintage fashion to EVERYONE! Especially those who didn't think vintage was made for their body type (that used to be me). When I started collecting vintage clothing I would collect dresses/ pieces that I WISHED I could fit into because I didn't think vintage pieces existed for someone like me who doesn't have a tiny waist or hips. It wasn't until I really started doing my research that I found a whole new world, of what I like to call, "Size Inclusive Vintage". Living in North Dakota, the world of vintage, especially vintage fashion, could be scarce. I had to SCOUR Etsy, Ebay and wherever I could outside of the state to find these elusive pieces. Once I taught myself how to track these pieces down, I was not only HOOKED, but I felt that I had a whole new appreciation for these clothes. 1950's Knit, Moss Green, Wiggle Dress by "Snyderknit of California Sports

The One Phrase That Makes Me Cringe & How We Can Change It...

"I love vintage clothing, but I don't know when I'd wear it" Whenever someone makes that comment to me, my heart breaks a little. The answer is that you can ALWAYS find a time & place to wear vintage! The key is to have CONFIDENCE when you wear something outside of your comfort zone! Even if you're not confident, FAKE IT! Pretend you're playing a role until that confidence becomes the truth! I grew up wearing things, not necessarily vintage, that always caused people to talk, sneer or poke fun at me. That's was people do when they don't understand you or, let's face it, life in general. Well guess what? That's NOT your problem! If they don't like it, great! They don't have to wear it! That leaves more amazing clothing for you! Photo by Kelsey Jenson Photography One of my favorite things about wearing vintage is that I can incorporate those pieces into my newer outfits! Whenever I buy clothing, new or old, I always as

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