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July 3, 2013

An awesome phone call and tons of fun in the breeze at Three Mile Beach



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Outfit details

Dusty rose 1940s style snood: etsy seller Arthelia's Attic
White plastic rose stud earrings: Claire's
Vintage red plastic bead necklace: gift with purchase from an etsy seller
Green cardigan: Second Tyme Around consignment store
Vintage floral print dress: Facebook vintage seller
Green lace trimmed camisole: Walmart
1950s corduroy bucket purse: etsy seller Rue 23 Vintage Clothing
Bangle bracelets: Assorted sources
Nude on nude seemed stockings: eBay
White pumps: Payless
Lip colour: MAC Russian Red
Nail colour: Essie Muchi Muchi


Photography by Antonio Cangiano


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Late in the yard saling season last year, towards the end of September to be exact, my mother and I were out one sunny Saturday afternoon in the nearby town of Summerland when we chanced upon a sale filled with a good number of vintage pieces (chiefly home decor items) and a friendly young seller named Daisy who said that she routinely bought and sold mid-century items (the tooled leather purse at the bottom of this yard sale finds post came from her sale). There are exceedingly few people around these parts with even the slightest interest in vintage (let alone fashion), so it was a blast to encounter her and discuss various vintage topics that day.

Before we parted ways, I gave her my card (and cell number), as she said she had some vintage clothes that she thought I might like to take a look at one day. Autumn turned into winter, winter and spring, and every now and then I'd wonder to myself if Daisy still had my contact information and if I would hear from here again.

Last month, early on a Saturday morning, I was wonderfully surprised to receive a call from her, asking if I'd like to come over and take a look at some vintage clothing and other items she had, as she and her mom were holding another big yard sale (she gave me first crack at her fashion items before she put them out for the yard sale going public to see, which I sincerely appreciated). Daisy has told me last year that she thought a lot of what she had veered towards the 1960s and 70s, but that there could be some earlier pieces, so I jumped at her invitation and we quickly hightailed it out to Summerland.

Most of the clothing she had was indeed from those two decades, however I found four pieces that I utterly adored (a black Persian lamb's wool coat that could honestly be from anywhere between the 1940s and early 60s, but which I think is likely late 50s or early 60s; a large white polyester shawl with flowers on it that's probably from the late 60s or early 70s; an elegant white faux fur shrug that screams 50s; and a cute little early 60s style houndstooth blazer, that I think is actually modern with the tags cut out, but which is certainly vintage appropriate) and was able to get for the thoroughly reasonable price of $30 for all four items.

I'm sure you'll see each piece here over time (save for the shawl, they're more fall and winter than summer appropriate), especially because the Persian lamb's wool coat is going to become my go-to vintage winter coat (it fits like a glove, which is something that almost never seems to happen to me when it comes to vintage coats, especially winter weight ones).

Each time I've encountered someone here in the Okanagan that has any kind of interest in, or business relating to vintage, I've told them about my passion for vintage fashion, discussed my blog, given them my contact info, and let them know they're welcome to call me anytime if they happen to find 1940s and 50s clothing or accessories they think I might like.

So far Daisy has been the first and only person I've heard back from, but I'm not complaining at all - one beats none for sure, and I love that she kept me in mind and gave me a ring all those months later. She doesn't run her own shop (online or off), or else I'd point you towards her, too. I really enjoyed connecting with her again and hope she'll give me a shout again in the future, if she encounters any mid-century vintage pieces she thinks I might like.

The outfit snaps pictured here are from that wonderfully fun Saturday, and were taken later in the day on the stairs leading down to Three Mile Beach just outside of the neighbouring community of Naramata (you may recall Naramata from past outfit posts such as this and this).

Oh, my dears, if only I could share the heavenly temperature of that afternoon with you - air like something scooped out of the tropics, gentle golden light dancing across every last grain of sand, and the kind of breeze that truly makes you grateful to be alive. And breezy it was, let me tell you! As you can see from these photos, the wind was having a jolly old time blowing the skirt of my dress to and fro all over the place, though thankfully never over my head!

I was very glad I'd opted for a snood that morning once we were down by the water (which hadn't been planned earlier in the day), because it would have been mighty tricky to keep a hat on my head (unless it has an elastic strap or was pinned firmly in place) with the way the wind was waltzing all over the place.

This dress is a new acquisition this year, which I picked up from a fellow vintage loving (and wearing) lady Treen Been, who many may remember from her blog, which (so very) sadly she opted to shut down a few months back due to a cyber stalker that she was contending with. I also bought two other lovely, summery vintage frocks from her, which really gave my warm weather wardrobe a great early boon this year.

I love Three Mile Beach so very much. There are dozens of beaches that one can swim and spend time relaxing at here in the Okanagan, but this truly has to be one of my very favorites. It's small, secluded (yet easy to access), and so tremendously peaceful. On days when I really need to clear my head and channel a hefty dose of serenity during the warmer months, it has become my very favourite local outdoor destination to head to for that very purpose (I also adore going there on other kinds of days, too, say after a fabulous vintage score at a yard sale!).

From start to finish, this was a terrific day - it's great that Daisy contacted me and that I was able to purchase four timeless, beautiful items from her. I have a new (super warm and cozy) winter coat and some other fab outerwear to help me great fall's return in style and comfort, which is fantastic.

Though, thrilled as I am about my recent purchases, I do hope that autumn takes its sweet time in rolling around again - I want to enjoy about a hundred more days like this down at Three Mile Beach before then! :)



86 comments:

  1. Love your snood! So cute on you. I've ordered a navy one from Arthelia's Attic and I'm waiting (im)patiently for it to arrive.

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    1. Thank you, my dear! How wonderfully lovely - I need a navy snood for sure, too. I tend to wear more navy near my face than black (I find it brings more colour to my skin tone than black does), so as I grow my snood collection, navy will be near the top of my to-buy list for sure.

      Hope your snood arrives super soon!
      ♥ Jessica

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  2. The best part of the Internet? Meeting someone as wonderful as you!

    Not only are you an exceptional blogger, a helpful friend and a nice person, you're also a vintage fashion maven! This outfit floors me with its many pretty touches.

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    1. That's wonderfully sweet of you to say. Thank you very much, my dear.

      Happy start of July wishes,
      ♥ Jessica

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  4. It is a very pretty outfit. I was looking at the skirt of your dress and thinking you were in danger of having a Marilyn Monroe moment. Your snood is perfect for a breezy day like that; I would have ended up looking like I had been dragged through the proverbial hedge backwards, whereas you look as elegant as ever.

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  5. Super lovely outfit and super lovely snood.

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  6. WOW! This outfit is perfect for you!

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  7. What a great dress! And the camisole underneath looks so delicate! Very nice outfit!

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  8. Hi Jessica,

    What a wonderful day with the breeze blowing your adorable red floral skirt. As you probably noticed, I favor full skirted dresses :) Also, red is my favorite color!

    Tomorrow is the 4th;It is one of the best days of the year, and my husband is able to make this a long 4-day holiday weekend.

    The weather is hot here, but comfortably cooled by a breeze. My children like this hotter weather because the pool is such fun.

    I hope your weekend ahead is a happy one!
    :)Hope

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  9. Ohh what wonderful luck! It is always SO exciting to meet others that share your passion for the styles of the past :D
    That dress is absolutely lovely but my most favorite part of this outfit is your pink snood - how I LOVE that pink silk bow at the front! You are such a beauty Jessica, I can never get over how perfectly flawless every outfit you post is. And the beautiful photography ahhhhh!

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    1. Thank you very much, my wonderfully sweet dear! I've yet to meet another mid-century vintage wearer here, but even just connecting with people who have any kind of interest in vintage items/history makes me giddy.

      You are all together too sweet, honey, thank you! Fear not, I haven't forgotten your lovely request for a post about how Tony and I take (my outfit) photos. I have just such a post slated for early autumn.

      Tons of hugs & happy July wishes,
      ♥ Jessica

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  10. Congrats on the phone call! It's always wonderful when people follow up. The coat sounds marvelous!

    Super adorable outfit too! I love the pink snood!

    xoxo
    -Janey

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  11. I really like your outfit, every detail. You look gorgeous I must say.

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  12. LOVE this dress! The colour does everything for you! Beautiful pics my friend!

    Lisa.

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  13. I'm not sure we can be friends Jessica, what with all these lovely wordy bits and stunningly beautiful photos that highlight your glorious part of the world. {Totally kidding} I'm really loving it all!

    Do you have a search option on your blog? Just curious about gingham clothing. I thrifted some regular 'ol green and white gingham, and am thinking about sewing a vintagey dress.

    Sue xo

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  14. Jessica, you look gorgeous! Everything about your outfit is wonderful. A big hurrah for some fabulous vintage finds care of Daisy :)

    Hugs,

    Kymberlee

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    1. Thank you so very much, dear Kymberlee - you're so sweet! I second that hurrah big time - I pretty much doubled all the vintage garments (accessories excluded) I'd bought in the Okanagan since moving back here last year in one day thanks to Daisy.

      Tons of hugs right back at you,
      ♥ Jessica

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  15. What a lovely story! And I can't wait to see the treasures you picked up from Daisy in the future.

    Is it just me or is the cross-over bodice style of that dress not a common feature in your wardrobe? It really struck me just how striking it looks on you! What a wonderful outfit all the way around.

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    1. Thank you very much, sweet Tasha! Definitely, I'm looking forward to revealing each of the four pieces over time, especially when the mercury plummets south again (Persian lamb's wool plus the 104F temps we had here yesterday don't make for the best of friends unless one wants to sweat off a little water weight ;) ).

      You know, I had to stop and think back over the outfits I've posted here. It is a recurring element, you're right. I wouldn't say it's super common, but I have worn a few other garments with crossover tops (such as the royal blue top in this outfit: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2012/09/orange-you-glad-we-got-these-birthday.html) and really love this style, so I'm sure others will follow. Great spotting, dear gal!

      ♥ Jessica

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  16. I love your style and once more, today you are sweet and beautiful from top to bottom! I realize, reading your post, how hard must be to find nice clothes of 40s and 50s. I look forward to seeing your new items, but... I want also to enjoy every day of this summer!
    P.S.
    I am sorry that my poor English don't allow to express myself as I would like! I do hope that my comment is compehensible!!

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  17. Fabulous! You in your snood and the story of how you got your new vintage fashion!

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  18. I love that dress on you!

    I can't say that I've ever given anyone my info, but all my friends know I am really into "old things" so I have had some heads up on things :)

    Abbi

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    1. Thank you very much, dear gal! I hear you there - all of my friends and family members know to inform me at once if there's even a slight chance that vintage items might be available in our area. I keep hoping someone will let me know about an estate sale with pre-60s items. So far I've never been to one (no matter where I lived), but it's a total vintage dream of mine.

      ♥ Jessica

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  19. It's is a really pretty outfit and the colour combination is fab! I didn't used to like pink and red together very often, but I've seen a few people wearing it recently that have started to change my mind on the issue! I do like picking out colours from dresses etc when dressing,; matching accessories are always great :)

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    1. Thank you very much, lovely gal! Pink is my all-time favourite colour, but partnering it with red can quickly veer into Valentine's Day territory for sure. Adding in one or more other colours is a great way to help deter this from happening, and also often lends those two colours (navy, turquoise, grey, and brown are some of my other fave pairings for red and pink).

      ♥ Jessica

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  20. You've done it again! Each time that I say an outfit you have put together is my favourite - I think you can't find another I will like as much. But nope, wrong! I love this one, everything about it is just right for this time of year. I really like green and red together too. My Grans favourite colours. I just love all the little details, it's what makes the outfit. The hairnet is so lovely - you look fabulous! Minerva x

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  21. You look great! Love the dress and necklace. It' great that you got some wonderful pieces. I'm still on the look out for a nice vintage coat. I have a red empire waist coat I use a lot for winter but it doesn't give the right silhouette.

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  22. Oh man, I dream of meeting people like Daisy! Ha! You look beautiful! So fresh! I've been wanting to try wearing a snood for some time. My hope is to learn how to crochet so I can make my own. I can't wait for my vacation at the lake, your photos get me excited for that.

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    1. So do I! I really wish there were wayyy more like her around these parts (and in Canada in general). It must be incredible to live in area like Portland, Austin, LA or NYC that has plenty of vintage sellers and enthusiasts to connect with anytime you like.

      Thank you very much, honey! I bet you would rock a snood like no one's business. Everything you wear looks phenomenal on you.

      Have an awesome vacation!
      ♥ Jessica

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  23. How fantastic that she came back to you after so long and that there were some items of hers that you wanted to buy. What a nice connection to make. I love this dress, what a fabulous colour and print. Again, the photos are lovely, especially the 8 th one with the hills in the background and the sun's rays falling across your dress.

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    1. It really was - and it revived my hope that others I've connected with (such as a couple of antique furniture/collectible dealers in our region) will likewise drop me a line one day.

      Thank you very much, sweet Kate - I wish the sunlight could be that magical all year round (it sure would make taking outdoor photos a snap!).

      Big hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  24. You look fabulous, I love the colours and the snood - snoods are so great for lazy hair days! I spy your bangles, I'm loving jewellery at the moment especially bangles & earrings!

    xox

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  25. WOW Jessica, how very nice of Daisy!
    I would have been soo very flattered -
    It's fun when you meet someone who has your same interests, specially if the interest is not common. It's like winning the lottery if you ask me.
    Where I live people throw away everything and anything that does not work so that means that its quite odd to come across antiques and vintage items that as you may know I am very fond of.
    Oh, before i forget, I have a dress with a very similar cut, it's not vintage but the fact that you wore this dress reminded me that i have not worn mine in a while.

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  26. Beautiful vintage look, dear Jessica! You. look. fabulous. Your dress and snood are divine. I love the colors. And it looks like Tony took these photos of you in quite a sublime summer paradise. How gorgeous it is there! You've outdone yourself yet again! (I know i say that a lot, but i mean it every time.) Happy July and Wonderful Summer to you!

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  27. Such a pretty outfit! The colours are gorgeous on you.

    Your finds sound fabulous, can't wait to see them!
    xo

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  28. The color combination makes me so happy. Really. I had terrible night and didn't sleep much, and now being at work makes me sad again, but your post has made me smile a bit and that's better than nothing. You are so beautiful missy, in and out.

    Nora
    NoraFinds

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  29. Wow, what a score! I too have had several people mention to me that they'd love to gift me/sell me their vintage goods...I've never thought to mention my blog (I'm still kinda shy about that which is SO DUMB)that sounds like a great idea. I've never had anyone follow through with getting in touch with me (wah!) but I'm glad Daisy did! How exciting! Can't wait to see the coat. Lovely photos, all of them gorgeous!

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  30. You look as lovely as ever! Beautiful colors and I love the snood on your hair. Perfect for
    the breezy beach.
    May you be granted the 100 more days at the beach and 100 more after that.
    Sierra Sue

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    1. Thank you very much, dear lady - all of your wonderfully nice comments lately have really brightened my day.

      ♥ Jessica

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  31. Such lovely pictures, very artistically taken and so clear! I love that you also share detailed shots with us. It almost feels like we are there with you:) I love how your skirt is fluttering in the breeze as you are standing on the lovely wooden bridge? path? I'm thinking you are getting the nice breeze from the ocean. So glad you had such a lovely day and also so fun that you were able to snag those vintage items for yourself. Beautiful images:))

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    1. Thank you very much, dearest Joanna - it means a lot to me to know you enjoy the detail shots. It's so cute - whenever we're done shooting the full/partial outfit shots, Tony always looks at me sweetly as says something such as, "And the details?", as in which details would I like him to photograph that day. It's a sweet little ritual that I've really come to look forward to at the end of each shooting session.

      These pics were taken on a set of wooden stairs leading down to a little stretch of beach. They have some wider landing spots on them, and they proved to be a great spot to stop and snap away. Definitely - I did come dangerously close to having an MM moment a few times. Luckily there was no one else in viewing distance if such had happened.

      Tons of hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  32. How wonderful to meet another vintage loving gal! It's rare in my area too and always such a treat even if we just bump into each other in passing or give a nod of fashion approval. I can't wait to see your persian lamb! That's been on my covet list for ages!!

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    1. For sure - it's fabulous to know someone else who likes and buys vintage items. I wish she wore vintage fashions, too - it would be so fun to know another vintage wearer here (as far as I know, I'm the only fulltime 1940s/50s vintage wearer in my town, and possibly, our whole region of the province). That's awesome that you occasionally get to encounter others where you live. I always hold true to a secret hope that I'll meet another vintage wearer (just like me) whenever we go out. No dice yet, but you never know!

      Thank you for your lovely comment, dear gal!
      ♥ Jessica

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  33. You look SO CUTE! Your snood is just perfect, and I love the color combo with your hair. You're rockin' it, girl!

    I also identify with the dilemma of lacking "vintage-y" friends. I've handed out my card to one girl who loved vintage (the only one I've met in Springfield!), but so far she has contacted me. I don't want to be creepy, but I do always want to say, "No, seriously, please contact me. I REALLY want to be your friend and share the love of vintage. Really, contact me PLEASE." But I figure that would probably come off as a bit desperate and perhaps creepy, so I hold off. :)

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  34. Sweet for her to remember you and give you a call-love when that happens! What a beautiful day out you had! Looks so pretty there! Dusty Rose suits you well-one of my fave colors to see on you!!! xox

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  35. I live in BC too, and I am so excited to meet people who are into vintage since I don't reside in Vancouver or Victoria.

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    1. Hello dear Kim, it's so fantastic to connect with others in our beautiful province who share a deeply rooted passion for the past. By and large (especially as you said, outside of the Lower Mainland) there are not many of us. Here in the Okanagan, I have never met another mid-century wearer (I'm not saying that one or more couldn't/doesn't exist, just that I haven't encountered them - online or off - yet). Do you know other vintage fans in your area?

      Many thanks for your lovely comment,
      ♥ Jessica

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  36. Oh how lovely, sounds like you had a lovely time and got some great bargains! I love that light green camisole under the dress and that rose snood. I've actually started crocheting my beret and it's turning out alright. will be interesting to see if its actually wearable by the time i am finished.

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  37. You look absolutely gorgeous in this outfit Jessica, I like everything about it. How nice of that girl to remember you and call you back, I'm dying to see all your finds now. And your day out does look fun, by the sea is my favourite place to be. Hope you are keeping well and I'm sorry for not commenting for ages, too much going on in "real life" and I have fallen so far behind with Blogger. xx

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    1. Thank you very much, dear lady. It really was an unexpected, wonderful surprise to receive a ring from her that day. I hope that some of the other folks (mostly antique deals in our region) that I've given my contact info to will get in touch at some point.

      Please don't worry for the tiniest of moments, I completely understand. June was a hive of activity around these parts, too (complete with a flooded basement last week). I really hope that the rest of the summer is more relaxing for you.

      Big hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  38. I could almost smell the fresh spring breeze -if that makes sense - just by looking at your photos. Even though I love winter your breezy dress made me long for warmer days! It's a gorgeous frock, the waist and bust design are very unique and really suit you. Looking forward to seeing this lovely new black coat, and your other fab finds of course!

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    1. That really does - and you know, even looking at these snaps just a few weeks after they were taken, I can completely smell the breeze and feel the gentle late spring sunshine from that day, too. I sincerely believe that the memory of days like this help make getting through the (often six month or longer) Canadian winter more bearable, which is why I'm so grateful when my health permits me the ability to get out and enjoy them.

      I'm really looking forward to sharing all four garments here in the future - once the temps simmer back down, that is (we've been hitting the 37-40C range this week, which doesn't exactly partner well with heavy fur coats and shrugs :) ).

      Wishing you a fabulously lovely July, honey!
      ♥ Jessica

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  39. I love this outfit! The colors are beautiful. So refreshing! And what a fun new friend to have!

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  40. Oh Jessica, what a perfect sounding day! You are so cute in that outfit and I love your snood as well as admitting I covet that corduroy handbag! :D I wish I was tiny enough to fit into vintage clothes. Oh well, I can enjoy your regular fashion shows and dream :D
    Hugs,
    Beth P

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    1. Thank you very much, dear Beth - it really was a marvelous day (one of the nicest so far this year).

      My dear friend, I am an ardent believer that absolutely anyone who wants to can wear vintage fashions, regardless of their size. Then as now, ladies came in all kinds of sizes, and there is a thriving vintage plus size market on sites such as etsy and eBay. In addition numerous vintage reproduction companies and seamstresses (such as some on etsy) already offer or can custom make repro pieces in plus sizes. Tons of cute, classic vintage appropriate pieces also exist in a vast range of sizes that are perfect for putting together yesteryear inspired looks. I'm always here to help if you need any specific names or want to chat more about this fun topic.

      Big hugs coming right back at you,
      ♥ Jessica

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  41. Wonderfully perfect! It's love when we find people as sweet as Daisy, which is a great find. Love the dress and the green lace detail hovering in the line of cleavage, so insinuating.

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  42. Love the snood and the rest of your outfit!

    It's great that you've met someone local who shares a similar interest in vintage with you and will keep you in mind for any items she wants to sell. I don't really know anyone in my area that loves vintage like I do and I would be keen to meet other enthusiasts.

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  43. oh gosh what a beautiful floral dress, that red and green together looks so fresh, i love that green lace detail popping out, it looks even more fabulous and every time i see you wearing a snood with so much grace and style wants me having one too!
    kiss,mary
    http://www.maryloucinnamon.com/

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  44. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this post! What a fabulous writer you are! You look absolutely stunning and those colours are beautiful! Love the frock and the pops of colour on your wrist! So pretty!

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  45. You look wonderful! The snood is just gorgeous!
    I wish you a wonderful weekend.

    I would actually love to illustrate you if you don;t mind. Let me know is you are ok with it. :)

    http://balearaitzart.blogspot.com.au/

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  46. How sweet of Daisy to remember to call you and hurrah for finding the persian lambs wool coat. Cant wait to see it.

    You look smashing in this outfit. I love the tiny floral print on the dress and the color combo of it with the green shrug. It is perfect for you.

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  47. You have most certainly inspired me to buy a snood, I think I need one asap! Adorable!

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  48. Hello my dear!

    I think of you often and wanted to come by your beautiful blog to say hello!
    You look absolutely gorgeous and it sounds like you had a wonderful day.

    I hope you are well :)

    Love
    Nicole (from Cape Town, SA)
    xxx

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    1. My dear Nicole, you are in my thoughts often, too - thank you very much for your beautiful comment and for brightening my week by your visit here.

      This year has been a major series of ups and downs, but at the moment many elements are well, I'm happy to say. Thank you - I truly hope that the same is true for you as well, sweet gal.

      Love & so many hugs from Canada,
      ♥ Jessica

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  49. What a lovely story! :) I have had such calls regarding spareparts for my vintage car, they are very appriciated too. We have to stick to together to get spareparts, and we also share sources. You look lovely as always, and I especially love how your bangles match both your cardigan and your dress. I'm going on vacation on Sunday, so I will be quiet for the coming two weeks. :)

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  50. The dress looks great on you. Sorry, I haven't been around, shut down most of my internet stuff, you know why.

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    1. Thank you very much, dear Trena. I've thought of you so often, and miss you and your blog often. Please know that you're in my thoughts and that I wish a much better second half of the year.

      ♥ Jessica

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    2. Thanks Jessica, I miss everyone in our little vintage community, but I felt that my public time on the internet was just fueling the fire of the cyber stalker. It was really creeping me out and I just wanted to disappear and not have that threat anymore.

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    3. Trina dear, I am so immensely sorry that this problem had such far reaching effects on your online life and ability to do what you want on the web. I know that many people miss you here, but we all understand and only want you to be safe and happy.

      Thank you for your comments and again for all three of the darling frocks I purchased from you this year.

      Wishing you a safe, happy, wonderful summer,
      ♥ Jessica

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  51. How super-duper sweet of Daisy to think of you so many months from when you got to meet! Really, that is just astounding because I never knew of anyone who actually held up that end of the bargain. Anyway, this is a lovely frock and one which I would snatch up myself if I had the chance. It has DAISY'S and as you know that's my little girl's name. :) Do you know what Treen's etsy and ebay account is?? I'd love to add it to my favorites.

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    1. It really was fantastic! There are so few folks around these parts that I've connected with who have any interest at all in vintage, so to encounter a young lady who likes vintage home decor, collectibles and fashion really was a joy, and I hope that I hear from her a second, third, etc time down the road.

      I'm afraid I'm not sure what Treen's eBay and etsy are, if she's still on either of those sites any more (sorry). I bought from her via FB early in the spring (I think she's still on FB - but don't quote me).

      ♥ Jessica

      *PS* Big hugs to your darling little Daisy - from both Annie and I! ♥

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    2. Hi Sean, I no longer sell on Ebay or Etsy, yes the cyber stalker was stalking my Ebay account as well. Sorry, I wound up selling most of my stock at a recent garage sale.

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  52. This is definitely one of your best outfits and thats saying a lot. I absolutely love how you look in your snoods. I really appreciate your pashion for the 40s and 50s since I feel the same about the 20s and 30s. (I like the 40s and 50s too). I find it hard to find stuff from my favorite decades which is why I like reproductions, but there is nothing like an original

    kate

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  53. How awesome is that?? I'm so glad Daisy called you back! You look great in that sweet dress, and beautifully made snood. I adore your bangles! I have a creepily-small child wrist, so I have bangle issues-Boooo! ;)
    It looks like you had gorgeous weather! Thank you for sharing these fantastic pictures!
    ~xoxo, CoriLynn

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  54. What a darling outfit! That flower print is just too perfect and I love the color green of the sweater you paired it with. :)

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  55. I had no idea that hair nets could be so stylish! Seriously, that is the cutest snood I think I've ever seen. You're amazing.

    May the Force be with you.
    Emily

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  56. I'm so glad that you had such a great experience, such random acts of kindness and thought are so uplifting to, see. The dress looks beautiful on you and the colours suit you to a T...but that snood stole the show for me! It looks so wonderful on you, I'm thinking about getting one for myself. xx Shauna

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    1. They truly are - most unexpected phone calls (at least throughout my life) haven't been good news, but this one was and it totally brightened my whole month! I really, really hope now more than ever that the few other folks with vintage/anqtique connections I've made contact with around these parts will drop me a line one day.

      I think you'd look spectacular in a snood - I could really see colours like royal blue, red, pine green, dark pink, white, and turquoise looking marvelous with your beautiful brunette locks.

      Thank you so much for each and every one of your fantastic blog comments, dear Shauna, I sincerely appreciate them (and you!).

      Big hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  57. Oh Jessica, this is such a pretty outfit! I am in love with the dress, the fabric is divine! You look so beautiful. I have one snood, it's plain black and I confess to only having it because I was brow beaten about my curls at forties events and conformed a few times xxx

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  58. Such a wonderful outfit and you look amazing! I love the green lace top underneath the dress. You always pay such attention to all the small details.

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    1. Thank you very much, dear Elsa, it sincerely means a lot to me that you picked up on that fact, as I do very much try to pay attention to the small details and to (usually) colour coordinate my outfits quite thoroughly from head-to-toe. Your comment just made my whole day, thank you again!

      ♥ Jessica

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  59. You look so lovely in that delightful dress, and I adore the snood and all the other accessories that make this such a stunning outfit! Hope you have a very Happy Birthday - in my experience our 30s are even better and a whole lot wiser than our 20s!

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  60. How wonderful that she kept your number that whole time! I would have lost it for sure. I'm glad you found a contact nearer you and that she seems nice too. You're right, it is quite rare to get the chance to meet people in person that have any knowledge, understanding, or care for this type of thing.
    You look so pretty in these colors and you look quite happy too! I love the pink snood and your description of the weather that day. So glad you got that call!
    -Jamie
    ChatterBlossom

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