While there are many online vintage clothing dealers, only a few sell truly amazing antique clothing. If you haven’t already, have a browse at Karen Augusta Antique Lace & Fashion, TheFROCK.com, Antique & Vintage Dress Gallery, Reflections of the Past, Woodland Farms Antiques, and Vintage Textile.
Oscar nominations! Best costume design: “Chicago,” “Frida,” “Gangs of New York,” “The Hours,” “The Pianist.”
I still have yet to see Chicago, Frida, or The Pianist, but I have only one thing to say: FAR FROM HEAVEN! Sandy Powell was robbed (yes, she was nominated for Gangs of NY, but hardly her best work in my humble opinion)! Check out the official site to see what I’m talking about.
I am, however, excited that the following actresses were nominated, because I can’t wait to see what they wear! I’m most excited about Julianne Moore (I know she’ll lose to Nicole Kidman — who used to be really exciting, but has gotten less so lately — but at least Julianne will look good). Also in the “usually well attired” category are: Nicole Kidman, Salma Hayek, Renee Zellweger, and Catherine Zeta-Jones. Too bad Helena Bonham Carter and Kate Winslet aren’t up for anything this year!
I’m back on track with my 1930’s blouse, I’ve finished the Regency dress I’ve been creating for my friend Mary, and I’m starting to think about my 1760 robe a la francaise project.
Pictures! Some nice shots from the December 2002 Gaskell Ball on my 1874-77 afternoon/evening dress page — and, of course, shots from the February 2003 Jane Austen Ball.
I can’t help it — I’ve got the fabric, I’ve got the patterns — I just can’t help making a list of upcoming projects. I need an outlet for all of the costuming going on in my head!