Shop Update: Finishing Touches

1940s faux pearl necklace with original silk-lined presentation box

Sometimes outfits are all about finding the right finishing touch... whether that's a printed silk scarf or a pretty vintage necklace. So that's why I've been busy stocking up the accessories section of Elly Maggy Vintage.

From a seventies statement piece to forties faux pearls, this latest shop update has something for everyone. And for me, it's the brilliant Vera Neumann scarf. If you're a fan too, be sure to stay tuned for some special Vera-related blog posts in the near future!  

1960s geometric necklace

1980s floral print scarf

1950s teardrop rhinestone necklace

1960s seafoam leaf necklace

1980s Vera Neumann silk scarf

1950s interlocking leaves necklace

1970s wood and cork statement necklace

Etsy Picks: Blue Monday

It's Blue Monday here in the Northern Hemisphere and, to lift the spirits, I've put together a little pick of vintage Etsy treats to get through the dark and cold January days... A perfect time to...

Curl up in bed with a well-loved quilt

Serve a bowl of homemade soup

Stay snug in a cozy knit

Light your home with candles

Spend the long evenings reading

Wrap up warm in a blanket coat

Brew a pot of extra strong coffee

Shop Update: 70s + 80s oranges and browns

1970s rust corduroy a line skirt

...And here's part two of the latest shop listings! More fresh vintage that has hit the store over the past two weeks... all 70s and 80s pieces in shades of orange and brown. Click on the links to shop on Etsy. 

1980s a-line midi skirt with tortoiseshell buttons

1970s Indonesian Batik dress

1970s liquid satin tropical flower print kaftan

70s does 30s Art Deco print scarf

Shop Update: Ruffles, gowns and designer sixties

1960s gown with full-back train by Margot Paynton of London

 I'm taking this freezing cold evening to share some pieces that have made it into the shop since the start of the new year. This update has two very special 1960s designer pieces - a Margot Paynton gown with a beautiful ruffle collar and full-length back train and a wonderful knit by Laura Aponte of Rome, who designed at the legendary House of Schiaparelli, before setting up her own couture line. As always, click on the links to visit the Etsy listings.

1920s Swiss dot cotton day dress

1980s Pretty in Pink ruffle dress

1930s silk satin bias cut nightgown

1960s knit by Laura Aponte of Rome

1960s faux snakeskin handbag by Elbief of England

Best of 2016

April: 50s cotton dress by Lucinda of California | June: 1940s Summer Garden skirt | May: 1950s pink cotton blouse

Happy New Year! As is tradition, here's a round-up of some of my favourite pieces that found new homes in 2016. I think my very favourite is the beautiful late 30s Horrockses fabric swimsuit which left Elly Maggy Vintage to join the collection of the world's first ever bikini museum. I hope to share a photo here on the blog... once the museum opens in 2018! 

November: Late 1930s Horrockses fabric swimsuit by Martin White | July: 40s / 50s buttons bolero | August: 1970s crochet top by Lilly Gould of London

In the meantime, I'm looking forward to finding lots of new vintage in 2017 and have some exciting plans in the works for the shop... I'll be making announcements here soon!

April: 90s Kenzo jacket | March: 1970s shirt dress by Leygil of London | June: 70s wicker tote bag

September: 1930s sheer cotton maxi dress | September: 1970s Indian cotton wrap skirt | November: 1930s sequined purse