At the moment Morticia Addams would be very proud of me, for you see, the three tiny roses bushes that call our wee speck of a front yard home are currently bloom-less. They have imposing thorns and richly vibrant green leaves, but their heads have all been nibbled off by our local deer.
While I do adore seeing roses in front of our home, I'm not upset at these majestic creatures for turning our yard into a salad bar. They need to eat and I feel fortunate to be able to provide them with a snack.
I realize that this attitude is not shared by all those in our town - which has been absolutely teaming with wild deer for many years now - but I appreciate these beautiful animals and love that they feel comfortable to come so very close to our house (the roses flank our outside walls).
Still, I was looking forward to seeing some red and pink blooms this month, and so to get my springtime rose fix on, I thought it would be oodles of fun to round up some of the most eye-catching and enjoyable vintage rose related fashions and accessories that have crossed my path online lately and share them here with all of you.
Roses are, hands down, my favourite flower ever. Their timeless romance, powerful beauty, and sublime scent - coupled with their rich history - all combine to create a flower that speaks to my poetic heart and soul alike, while also making for a very frequent player in my yesteryear wardrobe.
Small or big, lifelike or more abstract, sweet or sensual, I cannot get enough of roses and know that many of you feel the same way about this classic flower (which grows in over 150 different species the world over), too.
Given that roses are really popping to life again in many parts of the world right now, this cheerful Sunday morning seemed like an ideal time to shine the spotlight on vintage - and a small number of lovely vintage reproduction/inspired – wearables featuring such.
1. One of the most recent items of vintage clothing to hit the shelves of my Etsy shop, this delightfully pretty dark navy blue and white 1950s rose print sundress is all the more unique because it was designed, back in the day for taller women and indeed, still suits such ladies especially well. Fits up to a 40 - 42 inch bust/32 inch waist. $65.00 from Chronically Vintage.
2. There is just something about the union of pastel roses and alluring black netting that makes my heart skip a beat, and this stunning 1930s tilt hat combines them with such stylish perfection. $70.00 from High Hat Couture.
3. Beat the heat in chic style when you slip on this gorgeous ocean + sunshine hued pair of c. 1970s does 1950s shorts that feature a marvelous floral print that includes lust roses. Fits up to a 24" waist/36" hips. $33.05 from Vera Mode.
l 4. If, like me, you go weak in the knees for rose print scarves, then chances are you're bound to adore this good sized, sophisticated vintage number in shades of cream, dusty pink, burgundy, green and lavender that measures in 30 inches x 30 inches (making it the perfect size for all kinds for 1940s style headwraps and turbans!). $19.99 from Blue Velvet Vintage.
5. In the mood for a timeless piece of rose themed jewelry with an ethereal, fairly tale-like quality to its design that will go with a million and one different outfits? May I suggest this beautiful mid-century reversed carved clear plastic and gold tone metal pendant necklace. $22.00 from Chronically Vintage.
6. Cute, fun and incredibly summery, this darling bright pink rose short sleeved mid-century vintage shirt (love the scalloped hem!) would be fabulous with everything from white capris to a high waisted pencil skirt, and will surely garner compliments aplenty each time you wear it. Fits up to a 39 inch bust/34 inch waist. On sale at the time of writing for $37.00 from The Best Vintage Clothing.
7. Ideal for weddings, Mother's or Father's Day, birthday parties, swing dancing the night away, or stylish everyday attire, this beautiful c. 1930s - 1940s hand painted men's necktie is an excellent way for chaps to weave more vintage roses into their wardrobe, too. $39.00 from Pontiac Dry Goods.
8. Short sleeves, a flattering cut, darling tie at the neck, and immensely lovely colours call 1940s style Grable Tea Dress home and would make for such a lovely spring or summertime frock, especially if you have an event or two that you need to dress up for in the coming months. Available in modern ladies UK sizes 8 to 24. £99.00 from The House of Foxy.
9. Deeply beautiful and wonderfully feminine looking, these sophisticated Frattagini heels feature pink and red embroidered flowers, that look a lot like roses, atop an eveningwear perfect black background and would be an ideal pair for date nights, weddings, Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or anytime love is in the air! Labelled as being a vintage size narrow 7.5. $35.00 from SCD Vintage.
11. Short sleeves, an alluringly dark colour palette, and a tie waist are just some of the perks of this immensely elegant 1960s Draped Silk Chiffon Rose Print Cocktail Dress, which would suit everything from cocktail parties to christenings, weddings to birthday bashes spectacularly. Fits up to a 38" bust/28" waist. $85.00 from Blue Velvet Vintage.
12. Few colours are more ideally suited to summertime than fuchsia pink, and when they combine with roses - as they do in this charming pair of c. 1940s - 1950s reverse carved lucite screw back earrings - the pair becomes a serious fashion powerhouse. $15.00 from Chronically Vintage.
13. Rock roses at the beach care of this chic 1960s maillot swimsuit, which stars hefty sized red ones in spades and channels such an awesome Med Men-esque vibe in the process. Fits up to a 38 inch bust (max)/29 inch waist (max). $72.00 from Small Earth Vintage.
14. I am in love with the design, cut and pattern of this romantically pretty 1950s rose print blouse, which would look fantastic with linen suits, breezy skirts, denim peddle pushers, and oodles more. Listed as being a size XS, exact measurements not provided. $36.06 from Human Sea Vintage.
15. Honestly, I'm still scratching my head over how I could bring myself to list (aka, not keep for myself :)) this strikingly beautiful c. 1980s does 1950s style dark rose print pleated skirt (which is made from a great lightweight rayon that suits spring and summertime excellently), but that I did and I'm sure that whoever purchases it will love it every bit as much as I do. Fits up to a 28 inch waist/free hips. $32.00 from Chronically Vintage.
16. Roses and weddings go together like summer and ice cream, so if you're tying the knot soon or know someone who is, you may be interested in the gorgeous line of handmade vintage inspired rose garters - including this romantic latte hued one - that Bobbins and Bombshells currently has available in their shop. This particular style sells for $30.00 and is lovely enough to use a bedroom or vanity table decor piece long after your big day has wrapped up.
17. Versatile and beautiful, this romantic mid-century vintage pink millinery flower brooch (it does up with a tiny safety pin on the back) would be wonderful worn as a corsage at a wedding, for church, garden parties, mid-afternoon teas, and so much more. Pin it to your clothing, hat, belt or sash, purse, jacket - the sky is the limit, or use it as part of your wedding, party or home decor, if so desired. $10.00 from Chronically Vintage.
18. I'm a perpetual girly-girl who loves the colour pink and roses alike, so when the two combine in a vintage garment like this breathtaking 1930s short sleeve floral print dress, it's all I can do to keep my knees from buckling under me. Fits up to a 35 inch bust/26 inch waist. $134.00 from Topanga Hidden Treasures.
19. Perfect for spring and summer, this goes-with-anything vintage raffia handbag with millinery roses and lily of the valley flowers is such a sweet, romantic purse that will look amazing with all sorts of sundresses, flowy skirts, and cute playsuits alike. On sale at the time of writing for $28.00 from Vintage Goodness 1.
20. A breeze to dress up or down, partner with a huge range of vintage, modern and even wedding ensembles, this classy vintage cream plastic stretch bead bracelet is the kind of fun, versatile piece of costume jewelry that will never go out of style. $15.00 from Chronically Vintage.
21. Sometimes you're in the mood for roses but don't want to look like a walking garden from head-to-toe. Enter this charmingly sweet + fun Sherry Rockabilly Diner Dress in White/Black, which boasts a lovely little red rose on below each point of its collar. Available in modern ladies UK sizes 6 to 24. £34.99 from Dolly & Dotty.
22. With a rose-like flower, perpetually stylish design, and a marriage of gold tone metal and a clear rhinestone, this charmingly fun vintage inspired finger ring is just the ticket if you wish to add a subtle dose of rose themed loveliness to any vintage or modern look. $19.46 from Mon Carrousel.
23. Talk about a major vintage fashion wishlist item for me right here. This swoon worthily fantastic 1950s hand painted Mexican rose print taffeta circle skirt is the sort of glamorous vintage rose themed garment that will never cease to turn heads and garner scores of Instagram likes, to boot! This skirt is 27.5 inches long and fits up to a 30" waist. On sale at the time of writing for $149.00 from The Best Vintage Clothing.
24. Sometimes you need a vintage piece of rose themed jewelry that will go with everything in your closet, and this elegant, good sized c. 1950s - 1960s lustrous gold tone metal brooch does just that superbly. $16.00 from Chronically Vintage.
25. Vibrantly hued roses + hydrangeas on the same ruffle sleeve, sweetheart neckline 1940s sundress...seriously, I can't even.
Someone please pass the smelling salts, pronto! Fits up to a 37 inch bust/30 inch waist. $98.00 from Garb-Oh Vintage. 
*Bonus 26th item* Plus, if you're looking for an immensely elegant way to hang up some of your vintage floral themed fashions, accessories or jewelry, may I suggest this terrific trio of old school brass rose shaped hooks from Wise Apple Vintage, that I am beyond in love with. $48.00 for all three matching brass rose hooks.
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Are you keen on rose themed fashions? Which of these beautiful vintage and vintage inspired offerings appeal to you the most?
I cannot remember a time when roses didn't speak to me. I gravitated towards them in gardens as a small child, watched them provide a gorgeously scented backdrop for much of my youth, carried a blood red verging on burgundy bouquet of them down the aisle, and have spent a lifetime cultivating quite a collection of roses for my home decor and closet alike. I know that these ageless flowers will always stir something strong and wonderful deep in my spirit and I love them all the more for that.
Fortunately, even if the deer get to your roses, too, or you otherwise do not have any around your own home, you can always bring a bevy of these magnificent blooms into your house via pieces like the vintage charmers featured in today's post.
Interestingly, I've found, even those who often say they aren't fans of floral prints/imagery, often have a soft spot for roses. They're intriguing, subtly mysterious, immensely pretty flowers that play a roll in many events throughout our lives.
It's hard not to adore them, and harder still to leave your wardrobe completely rose-less. And really, why would you want to when so many stunning wearable iterations of this classic flower have been created over the years?
