Striking, sculptural dress for evening. High-gloss black. Spaghetti straps. Ruched bodice has a side zipper. Rounded, handkerchief hem & high-cut sides give waterfall shaping to the skirt. Silky nylon, or poly, jersey.

tags:

• full length
• , eco fashion
• , vintage
• , boho
• , little black dress
• , evening
• , deadlyvintage
• , draped
• , dress
• , late 1970s to early 1980s

Grid-printed shirt-dress, from the Boutique line of French couturier Pierre Balmain. Slender & tailored. Plunging neckline, four flat, self-covered disk buttons, and full sleeves with short cuffs. Silk-like poly crepe. Twelve pleat-tucks decorate front & back --- opening into knife-pleats at mid-thigh. The print shows a mix of solids and wavy, gestural stripes -- in navy, warm-pink, jade-green and teal. size: large price: $160

tags:

• shirt dress
• , fitted
• , pleats
• , vintage
• , deadlyvintage
• , op art
• , plunging
• , trend
• , dress
• , late 1970s to early 1980s

Lanz goes nautical --- chambray sundress in pale-blue & white. Complimentary stripes -- horizontal at the bust, vertical 'round the hips. Classic styling: skinny straps button at the back, defined waist, full skirt & patch pockets. Cotton-lined bodice. Back zipper. size : medium price : $52

tags:

• picnic
• , clothing
• , recycled
• , eco fashion
• , summer
• , vintage
• , lanz
• , sailor
• , daywear
• , retro

The much-prized, full-sweep "Bodysilk" nightgown by Olga. Spandex/nylon-blend top is a shimmery, nude-toned knit. Skirt is slippery, soft-as-clouds, pale-pink nylon. A twist at the neckline keeps ta-tas well-supported. Hem opens wide-wide-wide. size : OSFM petite price : $164

tags:

• lingerie
• , clothes
• , spandex
• , clothing
• , recycled
• , nighty
• , lustrous
• , eco fashion
• , nude
• , vintage

Shockabilly-purple, striped maillot. Shimmery, sizzle-in-the-heat shades of red, purple and lilac. Black piping zips down the cleavage --- piping is sewn closed but could be picked-open below bust for a sexy, peekaboo effect. Retro-50's styling included: high, firm-cup bra, wide crotch and boy-cut undies. Wide bands of elastic at thighs. Back is a low scoop. High-luster. By Cole of California. size : medium price : $36

tags:

• indie
• , bold
• , clothing
• , swimwear
• , peekaboo
• , lustrous
• , eco fashion
• , vintage
• , retro
• , deadlyvintage

Prairie-styled, Gunne Sax dress. Sheer, creamy calico is printed in a sweet, tiny-floral pattern. Sheer & delicate gauze puff sleeves have elasticized wrists. Corset bust is trimmed with rows of satin ribbon, lace ruffles, crochet and netting. Sash ties cinch the empire waist. Skirt is finished with a ruffle. Flowy, romantic, fully-lined. size : small price : $52

tags:

• apparel
• , cream
• , boho
• , vintage
• , eco fashion
• , recycled
• , clothing
• , edwardian
• , belted
• , sheer

Wear love on the bod! Lots and lots of itty-bitty hearts swim this high-gloss maillot. Lustrous purple knit. White banding at the neckline. Straps criss-cross and tie into a bow at the mid back. Built-in, soft knit bra. Cutey-patootie. By Monterey. size : medium price : $26 vintage,80s,preppy,novelty,heart,swimsuit,maillot,swimwear,cutesy,purple,bow,girly,dot,dotted,watersports,summery,girlish,Indie,knit,glossy,cutesy,hearts

tags:

• indie
• , recycled
• , eco fashion
• , knit
• , vintage
• , cutesy
• , dots
• , deadlyvintage
• , swimsuit
• , late 1970s to early 1980s

Slim-cut ski jacket by Mount Snow. Snow-white nylon with day-glo-orange & neon-yellow contrast. Snap flap pockets at bust and two zipped slant side pockets. Big metal zipper. Stripes. Unbutton the back-neck and pull out the hidden nylon hoody. size : med/lg price : $44

tags:

• indie
• , recycled
• , green
• , hooded
• , eco fashion
• , parka
• , vintage
• , deadlyvintage
• , skier
• , puff

Floral-print maxi dress, by Jody T. Sheer, delicate peach lawn is printed white, aqua-blue, sky-blue, apricot, and ashes of roses. Poly/cotton blend. Rounded yoke ruches bust and anchors sash ties. Full, sheer sleeves. Crochet lace edges deep v-neck & wrists. Fully-lined. A band of ruffle finishes the hem. size : sm/med price : $68

tags:

• floral
• , belted
• , steampunk
• , edwardian
• , clothing
• , recycled
• , eco fashion
• , vintage
• , boho
• , retro

Soft-mauve pillow coat --- glinty nylon/poly fabric matched to rosy-purple corduroy. Slim-cut through the torso then flares to a-line. Puffy shoulders. Narrow tubes of sleeve. Stand up, detachable puff hood. Scalloped, chevron quilting. Fastens with toggles & loops --- but interior zipper and ribbed-neckline keeps the cold out. Lined in a lavender nylon. By kid's coat darling Rothschild. Made for a child >> perfect for the doll-sized. size : small price : $98

tags:

• indie
• , hooded
• , lustrous
• , eco fashion
• , vintage
• , puffer
• , toggle
• , silhouette
• , deadlyvintage
• , babydoll

Yippee-i-yay for the urban prairies. Honey-toned Dingo cowboy boots. Buttery, tan leather. Drippy with fringe. Stacked heels, floral lining, pointed toe, calf pulls. size : 6 M price : $75

tags:

• charlies angels
• , nashville
• , recycled
• , green
• , eco fashion
• , western
• , vintage
• , boho
• , buttery
• , boots

Yummy little 70's, french-maid-inspired, cami-knicker teddy in black pinstripe nylon & white lace. Skimpy, silky and sheer. Elasticized waist. Crotch snaps shut. Faux-wrap front is trimmed with a bow. Adventurous? -- wear this out with tights and a blazer. Otherwise, keep it in the boudoir and enjoy. size : medium price : $36

tags:

• black
• , cleavage
• , eco fashion
• , french maid
• , bombshell
• , boudoir
• , plunging
• , burlesque
• , vamp
• , teddy

Cotton pique dress with strong shoulders. Decorative, rose-strewn textile is colored American-rose-red and charcoal-black. Bustier dress is matched with a rectangular overlay for a striking silhouette. Bead buttons & loops close upper back (a long, peek-a-boo slit reveals the back). Defined waist. Sarong tulip skirt narrows towards the hem. size : sm/med price : $78

tags:

• indie
• , fitted
• , bustier
• , eco fashion
• , wrap
• , vintage
• , structured
• , silhouette
• , evening
• , pique

Brown! Rose! Blue! Faux-ribbon-weave skirt. Black, rusty-peach and periwinkle-blue stripes. Just-below-the-knee-length. Slight a-line tapering towards hem. Belt loops are patterned in stripe fabric. size : medium price : $37

tags:

• knee length
• , clothing
• , recycled
• , eco fashion
• , vintage
• , brown
• , work
• , retro
• , deadlyvintage
• , late 1970s to early 1980s

Delicate, open-weave, crochet sweater in the softest ivory cotton. High, satin-edged, double-ruffled neckline. Pansy buttons. Puffed shoulders. Pebbled ribbing at hem and wrists. Long. By Mariea Kim. size : sm/med price : $51

tags:

• skinny
• , green
• , eco fashion
• , sweater
• , vintage
• , cream
• , checkerboard
• , satin
• , silhouette
• , retro

Glittering, glowing, puff-sleeve sweater. Rust-red and shiny metallic-ruby threads. Acrylic/nylon/metallic. Peek-a-boo, scalloped, open-weave detailing just above the bust. Wide-spaced ribbing though the waist. Small shoulder pads, skinny sleeves, deep v-neckline. By Cecily. size : small price : $42

tags:

• bonnie and clyde
• , clothing
• , metallic
• , sweater
• , vintage
• , retro
• , deadlyvintage
• , plunging
• , shoulders
• , late 1970s to early 1980s

Ruffled dress top by Third Generation. Dart-fitted from the waist. Ruffles edge bib and neck. Padded shoulders match wide sleeves. Color-soaked, dark-pink, poly pique --- feels like silk. Buttons up the back. size : medium price : $42

tags:

• indie
• , separates
• , edwardian
• , clothing
• , poly
• , fitted
• , vintage
• , modest
• , retro
• , deadlyvintage

A jaunty little skirt inspired by the ribbon-print textiles of the 1950's. Sturdy wool/poly in a copper-brown, black, chocolate, blue-grey, primary-blue and sea-green twill. Multi-colored stripes go round and round. Knee-length. size : small price : $35

tags:

• knee length
• , office
• , clothes
• , clothing
• , poly
• , vintage
• , brown
• , retro
• , deadlyvintage
• , late 1970s to early 1980s

In the tradition of the Fair Isle sweater comes the "Spouter". By Reed Hunter. Skinny styling, pearly buttons, ribbed, and a decorative white yoke. The navy whale roils in the sea, spouting a geyser of green goo and snarling bitterly. Don't question -- enjoy! size : small price : $28

tags:

• wool
• , sweater
• , vintage
• , sailor
• , deadlyvintage
• , ivy league
• , sporty
• , late 1970s to early 1980s
• , long sleeve
• , apparel

Glossy-black wrap dress. Dramatic, refined, sultry. Small, square shoulder-pads, deep cleavage, long sleeves, calf-length skirt & a single button closes the dress. Acetate/nylon. Beautiful minimalism by Pierre Cardin. size : med/lg price : $125

tags:

• wrapdress
• , little black dress
• , evening
• , retro
• , deadlyvintage
• , plunging
• , dress
• , late 1970s to early 1980s
• , 40s influence
• , designer

Ruched-drama! Magenta lace! Shoulderpads, elasticized waist, waterfall draping, sheer sleeves, mermaid hobble skirt. Dressy dress shrieks "80's kitsch" and you like it. size : sm/med price : $65

tags:

• formal
• , new wave
• , silhouette
• , evening
• , deadlyvintage
• , draped
• , dress
• , late 1970s to early 1980s
• , wiggle
• , neovictorian

Soft, body-conscious blouse in a bold print. Top opens to bust. The wide, long sash can be tied at the neck, or waist, or enjoyed on its own. Boxy, oversized shape, rounded hem and full sleeves. Easy care, super-silky poly. By the Halston diffusion line, Halston III. size : med/lg price : $42

tags:

• charlies angels
• , white
• , clothing
• , poly
• , boxy
• , dressy
• , vintage
• , patriotic
• , deadlyvintage
• , op art

Muted autumnal tones and a round of plaid. Grays, mauves & purples, reds. A-line. Pockets button up the waistband. By RG of New York (and Russ Teen). size : medium price : $26

tags:

• wool
• , skirt
• , plaid
• , 40s influence
• , late 1970s to early 1980s
• , deadlyvintage
• , grey
• , vintage
• , clothing
• , clothes

Pale-flecked lavendar, long-sleeve shirt with a sweet surprise: pretty girls stare from a peek-a-boo, embroidered, crocheted yoke. Embroidery depicts two moon-faced gals, one on each shoulder, with flowing hair studded with flowers. Crafted from tissue-thin, cotton-blend shirting. With a peter pan collar, coppery-purple buttons and tapered hem. Slim-cut. size : medium price : $38

tags:

• indie
• , mod
• , late 1970s to early 1980s
• , flower child
• , deadlyvintage
• , vintage
• , eco fashion
• , recycled
• , clothing
• , clothes

70s rocker-bohemian fashion. Romantic. Ashes-of-roses floral gauze. Washy pastel stripe. Victorian-style salmon-pink "cut-ivory" buttons. Tea-rose lace trim. Sheer sheer. A soft, flowy belted cape top by Just Tops. size : one size fits all

tags:

• indie
• , clothing
• , vintage
• , boho
• , cape
• , silhouette
• , deadlyvintage
• , trendy
• , sleeve
• , late 1970s to early 1980s