Tuesday 25 May 2010

Vintage Emilio Pucci on a Tuesday Afternoon



Today I showcase perhaps my most vintage blog ensemble yet. The earrings, the clutch, the brooch, and, of course, the Emilio Pucci dress all come together to create an interesting amalgamation of 50s, 60s, and 70s chic (dramatic liquid liner included). Throw in some spankin' new brogues and a blazer and here we have it: vintage glitz with a modern twist.

The dress was a remarkably rare find which my mother picked up for me on a visit with her favorite jewelry supplier, Donna Soodalter-Toman. To step into Donna's living room where she displays her extensive and elaborate collection of jewelry, with pieces spanning over a century, is a unique experience indeed. From Victorian costume jewelry, to art nouveau, to dramatic 80s brooches, Donna has it all. Not to mention the promise of a fair price and good service. It is well worth the trek to her homestead outside Boston even to simply browse what could be considered a personal fashion museum. Or, I might add, just to see what Donna herself is sporting. She's an icon for the ages.








Emilio Pucci Dress: DIVA: Donna's Infinite Variety of Adornments ; Brogues: Office Shoes; Blazer: UO; Head band: Accessorize; Clip-on Vintage Earrings: $1 at a New Hampshire yard sale; Clutch: my Nana; Belt: H&M

21 comments:

Anonymous said...

Cute! I love your shoes.

tess said...

I love how you put the dress with the shoes

Anonymous said...

um... can i hire you as a personal shopper?

T said...

I am obsessed with this dress!!

Jolie said...

Oh I am in love with your dress, I would die if I found a Pucci like that! Amazing!

Draft of Vintage said...

What a great post girl! That dress is an INCREDIBLE find and you styled it so well! Ummm next trip to Boston I know where I'm headed!

E said...

That dress is the most incredible piece! I always love that equestrian-style print on scarves, but it's simply amazing on a dress!

Sybil said...

that dress is such an awesome piece!!! i love love it! :D

Mila said...

Love your shoes,they`re amazing!

Unknown said...

lovely outfit , nice poses looks so cute

Sjaar said...

vintage always rocks everything! Also your wearing a lovely nailpolish color.

Joey said...

this dress is amazing! I love the styling as well... spot on! how can I find a fancy jewelry friend like yours?

Jesa said...

so,so, so beautiful :)

anne said...

very cool! i love your ring :D

Julia said...

The nails! The head chain! Perfection! I love all the green in your photos, too!

xx

Ugly Cute said...

awesome and unique outfit...

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Natasha Natalie said...

I'm in love with your earrings! And that nail polish color is so beautiful.
xx

iliketweet said...

Love your dress and odd nails!

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Leia said...

love your vintage-esque ensemble!

Anonymous said...

Oh my gosh, Pucci is AMAZING! :)

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Unknown said...

Got that ring in silver and gold and just love it!!