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  • January1st

    Crazy About Boyfriend Blazers

    Posted in: Vintage

    A blazer is generally a double breasted jacket that was initially worn by men and boys of the 19th century. Blazers were very popular in England. The name blazer comes from the bright colors that composed the early jackets. However, today we find many women who wear vintage blazers. These usually come in neutral colors. In earlier days, blazers were bright in color and came in striped patterns.

    Earlier one would find boys in private schools wearing blazers that were teamed up with short length pants and long socks. Today, even girls who attend private schools and boarding schools have blazers as a part of their uniforms. The fabric that composes a blazer may differ from linen to woolen to flannel, etc.

    It was not until the late 1970s that vintage blazers were widely worn also by women. The film Annie Hall triggered the fashion for women to wear blazers. One could also see that even through the film Working Girl, there is a clear concept of the eighties style of womens blazers. By the eighties all women would be wearing blazers to their respective official work places. Blazers came in different colors, had buttons and big shoulder pads. Women usually wore vintage blazers made of wool flannel, cashmere or lighter fabrics such as cotton, polyester or rayon. Womens blazers were more fitted than mens blazers. Today we find that women usually wear jackets that are either short in length or are fitted. The jackets that are long in length are not easily available, but one can be sure that designers will soon get them back in the fashion world.

    Like vintage leather coats, now a days we find that mens leather blazers are becoming more and more popular. They have shifted from the eighties scene and have become an easy way of both comfort and style during winters.

    Blazers also make a statement on the person who is wearing it. It gives out an impact that could be either positive or negative. The cut and style of a particular blazer could reflect on the characteristics of the person wearing it.
    Blazers can be worn with any sort of clothing. One can wear it with a shirt and a tie or even without a tie. Blazers look smart with denims or trousers.

    Then again, blazer types also change according to professions. Mens leather blazers come in different styles if they have worked in the navy, police force or the army. Blazers are also worn as a part of a sporting uniform such as cricket, tennis, rowing, etc. Men can also reverse their leather blazers and use them as raincoats.

    Thus, as we can see, the blazer has evolved through generations. Its use is made widely and is appreciated by both men and women. Some vintage blazers have lived through many years, others have been newly created or recreated, while other have lost their touch during certain time frames and then re-emerged in the fashion scene once again.

  • November9th

    Happy Hour Fashion: Cocktail Dresses

    Posted in: Vintage

    Cocktail dresses are women's clothes that are usually worn to cocktail parties.  They are also called cocktail gown and are usually shorter in length.  Other events where wearing a cocktail dress is appropriate would be the prom, semi-formal or formal occasions.  They are available in different shape, size and length.  One famous type of cocktail dress is the “little black dress.”

    Vintage cocktail dresses come in different lengths.  The length of the dress usually depends on the current fashion trend of the moment.  There are cocktail dresses whose length is just above the knee.  There are also some cocktail dresses known as tea length cocktail dress which stops at two inches above the ankle.  While there are some that touches the ankle which is called “ballerina length.”  It is usually related to the evening gown, and it is hard to tell the distinction between the two.  They are also made with different cloths like satin, silk and chiffon, which are the fashionable choice.

    When going to an event or party, it is important to wear the appropriate dress for the occasion.  A lot of people are clueless on what to wear when they get an invitation to one.  One usually gets anxious about over or under dressing for the said event.  The invitation must be used as a clue to determine what dress would be apt for the occasion.  If the invitation arrives by email or through telephone, most likely the event is casual therefore one must dress casually.  In this case, you can match a vintage cardigan with a pair of vintage riding boots and you will be just fine.  If the invitation is received by mail, most likely the event will be more formal so one would need a vintage cocktail dress.

    For a benefit event or one held by a charity association, wear a cocktail dress to the event.  When one gets an invitation, make sure to read it because one will surely get a clue on what kind of attire to wear to the occasion.  Expect to read phrases like “casual dress,” semi-formal attire” or “formal wear required” written on the invitation to le you know the dress code for the event.  But if still not sure about what to wear, then call the telephone number that is on the invitation to inquire about the dress code for the occasion.

    Avoid wearing a sequined gown to a cocktail party since it is more appropriate for formal occasions like weddings and anniversary parties.  Everything about the vintage cocktail dress that will be worn conveys a message.  The length of the dress to be worn can be from mini length or until above the ankles.  Even the kind of material used for the dress, whether satin or silk, adds character to the dress.  Flattering jewelry, handbags and other accessories must also be worn to put the finishing touches.  And of course the shoes should match vintage cocktail dresses to complete the look.

    The color of the cocktail dress should also go together with the occasion.  You can even substitute a cocktail dress for one of the vintage prom dresses that you were considering.  Choose floral prints, light pink, sky blue, pale green and yellow during the summer season.  While during winter, pick out gray, crimson, black, dark brown and dark blue vintage cocktail dresses.  Lastly, choose a vintage cocktail dress that fits right, meaning not too tight or cut too low, to ensure that no untoward incident would happen in the party.

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