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Nataya dresses now at Blue Velvet Vintage

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

Am very excited to report that I've just added a lovely selection of dresses by Nataya to my website. I've always admired her feminine vintage inspired designs and am now very happy to be able to offer them to my customers.

Inga Nataya Bogomolny started designing clothing when she was 11 years old.  When her family moved to the United States from Uzbekistan, in 1990, she attended the LA County School for the Arts and the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. After learning the fashion trade as a designer for Papillon, she started her own line in 1996.

Her clothing is often referred to as "wearable art"  because of the generous use of embroidery, beading and various other ornamentation incorporated into her outfits.  Inspiration comes from the Belle Epoque and Baroque periods, with a 20's, 30's or 40's flair.  Sensuous, bohemian, ethereal, romantic and glamorous are appropriate words to accurately describe her creations.

Below are a few of the styles I just added.  They certainly are enchanting alternatives for those seeking a less formal look for their prom or wedding.  And if you've got a fancy cocktail party to attend or a special date, these unique creations will definitely leave a lasting impression!  I can also special order other colors, sizes and styles.

From the Montmartre Doll collection- Beaded and embroidered black satin dress

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20's Style ivory layered chiffon and crepe dress

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Blue cotton slip dress with antique beige chiffon overlay

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Vintage Inspirations for Fall/Winter 2007

Thursday, September 27th, 2007

The hottest fashions on the  runways for the fall/winter season take much of their influence from the deco 1920s and  film noir 1940s.  Ladylike is in, covered up, but with sexy figure hugging silhouettes.  Knits, lots of gray and purple and low waisted, flapper style dresses.  Hats and gloves are the must have accessories.

Vintage seller, Denisebrain ,  has put together a fantastic collage, showcasing a stunning collection of authentic vintage clothing that reflects the current trends.

Visit the Vintage  Fashion Guild website to learn how to get this season’s hottest looks the vintage way!

Getting Married in Vintage Style

Saturday, June 23rd, 2007

Vintage style weddings are becoming increasingly popular, with more and more brides looking for ways to make their special day a unique and truly memorable event.  Very often the vintage theme will form around the bride’s preferred era for clothing, enabling her to wear a wedding gown from her favorite decade.

I found this great article on dressing for a vintage wedding.  Good information about bridal styles specific to each decade from the 20’s to the 50’s.

And here is a representative sampling of vintage wedding gowns from the flapper to disco era.

20’s and 30’s art deco elegance from The Frock . They definitely have one of the most impressive collections of gowns on the internet.

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On the left from Damn Good Vintage is a 1940’s satin gown. Perfect for the Hollywood glamour theme.  On the right a 50’s fabulous floaty tulle confection from Wyoming Vintage

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An elegant 60’s net and lace embellished empire gown from Vintage Vixen and another gorgeous offering from The Frock , a  1970’s one shoulder beaded beauty by Halston.

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