Shop Update: Summery Citrus Tones

80s seersucker blouse

This update is full of summery citrus tones... with a little bit of cheery red for good measure! We're in the middle of an extreme June heatwave here in the U.K. but shop photographs have continued despite the intense weather. It's actually been nice to get some sunshine out in the yard but sitting at my computer to list the items is another matter altogether! It's just toooooo hot! 

Still, there are plenty of goodies on the way... Look out for some great seventies pieces and mid-century novelty prints. I'll be sure to share them here!

1960s St Michael cotton dress

90s yellow poppy tank

60s moonglow necklace

80s floral romper

60s floral maxi skirt

70s does 40s fruit and leaf print shirt dress

*RESERVED* 1940s moygashel linen blouse

Shop Update: 70s + 80s Separates & Dresses

1980s floral grid slouchy jumper

I'm so happy to be sharing these latest additions to the shop... A nice little mix of 70s and 80s pieces with two labels I am always thrilled to find... Laura Ashley and Liberty of London. Head on over to the Etsy store or click on the captions to shop individual items.

80s does 40s floral blouse by Laura Ashley

1970s Liberty of London silk dress

1980s English Country Garden floral dress by Laura Ashley

1980s Laura Ashley plum needlecord dress

Vintage velvet burnout kimono

Shop Update: Purses, Maxis + 100 Listings

1980s metallic patchwork bucket bag by Suzy Smith

This week, Elly Maggy Vintage reached 100 items for the very first time! Every year since opening in 2012, I have been promising to spend more time on the shop... But I think 2017 might the year that I actually do it once and for all... no jinx! These items all helped Elly Maggy Vintage hit three digits and made their way into the shop this past week.

1970s maxi dress with gold crochet lurex bodice by Mademoiselle

1950s embroidered jacket by Tailored Junior

1960s psychedelic cut out maxi dress

1980s Guy Laroche tassel and lace purse

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

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

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

Shop Update: Black, White, Pink, Grey and Red

1930s French beaded silk purse

I hope you all enjoyed the holidays!! I'm very slowly coming out of Christmas hibernation mode to get some new listings up in the shop. I took out my needle and thread this afternoon to tackle Elly Maggy Vintage's ever-growing mending pile and prepared lots of fresh pieces to be photographed. I'm looking forward to sharing them very soon! 

In the meantime, I hope you like this latest update, featuring a collection of 30s, 40s and 70s gems. As usual, click on the links to shop the Etsy listings...

1940s pale bink beaded sweater by Bronte knitwear

1930s two tone crepe dress with bias cut skirt

70s does 30s Celia Birtwell style chiffon blouse

1970s sparkly lurex handkerchief top

1940s black and white check day dress by Littler of Seattle

Shop Update: Separates and Sequins

1970s unworn wrap skirt made from hand-printed cotton from Pakistan

1960s button down peasant blouse from Dorothy Perkins

80s does 50s high-waisted tapered cotton pants

1930s sequined purse

...And a very pretty dress! I hope you enjoy these latest additions to the shop. It's quite a random mix of simple and special-occasion pieces... But that's how I like it best when choosing for the shop! As always, click on the links for full details and photos on Etsy.

I'll be back here on Friday, sharing news of a special weekend offer so be sure to check back then!

 

1950s primrose print rayon shirt dress with tiered skirt

Spring Separates: Pastels

70s crochet top with wooden toggle buttons

Some pastel and neutral separates listed in the shop this past week. As always, follow the links for full details and extra photos!

1960s pale pink sheer French blouse with lace bib and trim

60s sheer paisley smock with high neck and ruffle cuffs

60s 70s men's summer shirt in soft striped cotton