Pearls for June Birthdays June Brides or Just Because You Love Pearls in Any Form

If you were born in June you have a truly beautiful birthstone ~ the pearl. They are the oldest gem known to man, and the only gem made by an animal. Pearls are symbols of purity, perfection, elegance and affluence.

Once a rare and highly prized gem, a symbol of power and most expensive since first documented in 2300 BC, they are now relatively inexpensive and available to anyone. We can find them not only in jewelry but accessories and even accents to clothing.

Fortunately for pearl lovers, there are not only natural pearls from oyster beds, but saltwater or freshwater pearls, cultured pearls “invented” in 1907, and those grown in pearl farms. And of course faux pearls made of glass or beads.

Our Best In Vintage members have some fabulous pearl, cultured pearl and even faux pearl offerings for you from jewelry to clothing and of course accessories. We hope you love pearls as much as we do, even if they aren’t your birthstone!

Vintage choker necklace faux pearls & clasp set @henrietta’s buttons

Sequin and Faux Pearl Clutch Bag c.1960 @CatwalkCreative

ca. Early 1920′s Cotton Voile Blouse with faux pearl buttons @NobleSavage vintage

Faux pearl woven statement necklace or collar @vintageoutlet

Frame bag with plastic pearls, Auroras & Gold Bugle Beads @WickedLady Collectables

Vintage Art Deco Bird Brooch faux pearl rhinestone @vintageoutlet

Vintage Pink bead cluster faux Pearl Clip Earrings @VintageOutlet

Vintage 1940s Creamy Tan Faux Pearl Collar smoky bugle beads
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Vtg 80s Ivory satin wedding dressfaux pearls med @Pinehaven2

80′s “Slouchy” Angora Sweater faux pearl accent @The Only Hula Hut

50s RED Silver Beaded Sweater Beads @BombshellFrocks

50s Black Velvet Skirt Pearl Accent Pockets @BettesBargains

Soft Sheer Silky Vintage Chiffon Lingerie

In 1934 Nylon was created of petrochemicals by E.I. duPont, and by 1939, sheer nylon hose were inrtoduced to the public and the fascination of sheer nylon began.

Chiffon, although it appears fragile is actually quite sturdy. The fabric can be worn in many items, from blouses and jackets to its most popular form ~ lingerie.

Sheer, soft and diaphanous. it allows anything worn under it to show though, enhancing other items, complimenting them or can be worn alone feminine and sexy!

Just a few different forms of sheer chiffon lingerie ~ to wear alone or to complement a nightgown you already own:

Vintage Nightgown Double Chiffon Tent Kayser Lace Accents XS S Full sweep

Vintage Nightgown Peignoir Robe Sheer Pink Chiffon Sm Med Ruffle Hem Long

Vintage Sheer Pink Chiffon Robe Peignoir Ruffles and Lace Nan Flower S M L

Vintage Nightgown Sheer white Blue Chiffon Dots Ruffle Accent S M L Vintage 50s Sears

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Cotton, The Fabric of Our Lives .. Vintage Cotton Nightgowns

The advertising song sticks in your mind…”The touch, the feel, the fabric of our lives”.. but you have to admit,  there nothing more fabulous than the feel of fresh cotton against your skin, particularly on a hot summer night.  It brings back memories of mom hanging the bed sheets on the line ~ you already know the wonderful smell and fresh feel.

Bring back the memories and enjoy a truly natural fabric ~ and each vintage nightgown offered has been gently washed and hung on the line to dry..so you can enjoy the touch, the feel of cotton and the fresh smell!

Here are just a few of the cotton nightgowns available at
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Pennys 70s Cotton Vintage Nightgown White Lace Pintuck Flutter Sleeve

Sweet vintage Cotton Nightgown S M Sleeveless Blue floral print

Komar All Cotton Vintage Nightgown Night Shirt L lg faux pearl Pink

Katz Cotton Vintage Nightgown Baby Blue embroidered Smocked S M

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Vintage Mother’s Day Gifts She’ll Love

Looking for something totally unique for Mom or your Grandmother this Mother’s day? Think Vintage, and you’ll be going green as well as giving something she’ll treasure. We have just a few suggestions for you ~

Magnetic Clasp Unique Coil Choker Necklace

Soft brushed Nylon flannel Miss Elaine Nightgown new with tag

Fabulous J.Rene Snakeskin clutch handbag

Luxurious pink satin wrap robe from Jones NY

Pretty Saks Sheer Chiffon Blouse small

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Viva LasVegas – Rockabilly Vintage Clothes for Him And Her

Are you going to VLV in April? Or perhaps one of the many international “Rockabilly Fest,” in a band or just love the style? We have an amazing sampling of fabulous RAB clothes, from shoes to dresses for her, and fun things for him ~

Be sure to check us out for some great clothes and accessories for your trip, event or just to set your style, there’s even more in our individual shops!

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ca 1950s Townley Sundress @NobleSavage Vintage

1950s
Black Velvet Wiggle Dress Sweetheart neckline @Wickedlady Collectables

60s vintage Crop Top ties blouse DAISY button Hippie boho VLV M @VintageOutlet

size 7 vintage 40s leather platform wedge slingback peep-toe shoes @foggy16

50s wiggle dress chiffon pleated skirt mankiller XS true mermaid @pinehaven2

Vtg Catalina Swimsuit PinUp Covergirl Bombshell @LilBlack Dress

Vintage 60s Pinup Sunsuit Playsuit Romper Lavender floral NWT @VintageOutlet

50s Shoes Ladies Peep Toe sling back Platform 5AAA @VintagePretties

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Vintage 50s 60s Black Thin Lapel Tuxedo Tux Suit 40R Rat Pack @LilBlackDress

mens vtg 60s black pointy-toe ankle boots shoes NOS
7D @Foggy16

Unisex 1950s Vintage Retro Eye Glasses and Case Dark Brown Plastic Frames @BettesBargains

VLV vintage Men's Embroidered Rockabilly cream Shirt S M @ VintageOutlet

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Welcome Spring in Sunny Vintage Yellow Lingerie

Spring brings flowers, warm weather and of course sunshine! Bring the beautiful sunny yellow inside with pretty yellow vintage lingerie. From sheer and seductive to demure and sweet, there’s fabulous vintage robes and nightgowns in this pretty color so you can wake up wearing sunshine.

Philmaid Vintage All Lace Robe Yellow Satin Lining Lace Ribbons XS petite NWT

Sears Long Silky Nylon Vintage Nightgown Peignoir Set M Lemon Yellow Simple Feminine

Van Raalte Vintage Nightgown Lingerie Sheer Chiffon Yellow Petite XS S no lace

Valerie Stevens Liquid Satin Nightgown Chiffon Peignoir Set L floral detail embroidery

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Unique Vintage Prom Dresses and Patterns to Make It Your Own

Stand out from the Prom crowd this year in a style uniquely your own ~ no off the rack mall dresses for you! Think special, think vintage, and be assured no one will have your dress on! Our members have every style, length and color formal dresses available from any era ~ just pick the one right for you, or select a perfect fabric and make it yours!

Long or short ~ 50s to 80s ~ we have a variety ~

Patterns to Custom Make the Perfect Dress~

Don’t see “the dress” here? Please check our member’s individual shops for other gowns we have available ~

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him – Vintage and Unique

Can’t find just the right gift for the man in your life for Valentine’s Day? Think out of the box this year with vintage ~ unique and fun. From robes to cufflinks, hats to shirts we have a great variety to choose from and even more wonderful vintage items your man will treasure in our individual members shops!

ca. 1950s Mens Brent Virgin Wool Robe @Noble Savage Vintage

VTG ~Harris Tweed~ MOD 100% Wool Brown MOD blazer sport coat 42 R

Cut Metal Triangular Cufflinks c.1970s @Catwalk Creative

Ralph Lauren Chaps Velour Paisley men's Shirt L @ VintageOutlet

60s Men's 60s Hat Olive Green @BettesBargains

vintage cuff links with turquoise and white design @Henrietta's Buttons

80s First leather "Fonz" motorcycle jacket mens medium @Pinehaven2

Paisley Robe in antique pink with green and blue @WickedLady Collectables

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Get the Secretary Look with Vintage Fashions

The “secretary style” has been trendy for a few years now, probably regenerated again by Mad Men, but its actually a classic timeless style. You’ll find pencil skirts from the 60s identical to today’s skirts at the mall. Dresses were a bit more prim than office wear today, and blouses with bows were extremely popular.

Get your own secretary look with vintage, classic, timeless and trendy at the same time ~ but of quality fabrics and superior construction. And vintage is made to last another 50 years.

Just a few secretary style vintage at
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Softest Satin vintage Secretary blouse Slate Blue Pussy Bow S

vintage Silky Navy Dress Amazing Print L XL Shirt Dress Elegant

classic Teal LINEN Liz Claiborne Ladies Wiggle Pencil Skirt size 8

Darling Dolly pink stripe vintage 60s secretary top blouse Embroidered Collar

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Happy New Year!

The members of Best in Vintage would like to wish all our blog followers, facebook friends and twitter followers a Very Happy, Healthy and wonderful New Year filled with love and joy.

Carolyn ~ The Hula Hut

Yvonne ~ Vintage Outlet

Heather ~ Noble Savage Vintage

Tori ~ Bombshell Frocks Vintage

Suzanne ~ Bettes Bargains

Louise ~ Catwalk Creative Vintage

Pat & Wayne ~ Vintage Affaire d’Amour

Margaret ~ Henriettas Buttons and Patterns

Theresa ~ Lady Days Vintage

Joe ~ Foggy16

Collette ~ Serendipity Vintage

Caryn ~ SpecialNeedzVintage

Margret ~ Pinehaven2

Tracy ~ WickedLadyCollectables

Yvonne ~ Vintage Pretties

Billy ~ The Metro Retro

Carolyn ~ Scorpio Vintage

Ugly Christmas Sweaters Ugly Sweaters Patterns Vest and even a Cosby Sweater

Snowman Family Christmas Sweater Bells Beads faux pearl Sequin M @VintagePretties

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder ~ if you think sweaters with holiday appliques or odd colors are ugly, then we have some for you! Perfect for your ugly sweater party or to wear to work, we have a huge variety!

If you adore embelishment on your sweater and think they are beautiful, we have “pretty” ugly sweaters for you to enjoy the entire winter, including vests, a pattern to make your own in personalized colors and even a Cosby for him!

Pink Sparkly Christmas Vest Lambswool Angora @pinehaven2

Vintage 80s Angora Sweater S Snowman Ugly Christmas Sweater @VintageOutlet

Vintage 50s Beaded Christmas Sweater Sequins Rhinestone @BombshellFrocks M L

Fluffy Red Christmas Sweater Satin poinsettia Sequins faux pearls

60s Pink Cardigan with yellow flowers @BettesBargains

Vintage 70s Teddy Bear Heart Sweater Sm NOS @Affaire d'Amour

Ugly Sweater Vintage black cardigan Stars Beaded faux pearl L XL 1X

Knit your own ugly sweater Mans ski sweater and hat pattern @Henrietta's Buttons

COSBY VTG Acrylic Shawl Collar Cardigan Argyle Sweater M @The Metro-Retro

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Unique Vintage Gifts for the Home and Hard to Buy For

If you follow
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Vintage items make great little hostess gifts for holiday parties to unique items for that hard to buy for person on your list, and you don’t have to worry about it fitting or that someone else gives the same item!

Here is just a small sampling of the variety of items for every room or any style or taste in the home; for the serious collector, antique lover, shabby chic queen to just pretty display pieces~

1800s Antique RS Prussia Germany Cobalt Blue Inkwell Desk Set @BombshellFrocks

1960s Brandy Canon Drinks Pourer @WickedLady Collectibles

Vintage Iron Framed Round Mirror c.1960's @Catwalk Creative

Pretty to display! Vintage Raphhael Tuck Xmas card @PurpleStevie Henrietta's buttons

Set 6 Black Gold Tall Atomic Tumblers Drinking Glasses 50s @VintageOutlet

Amish Quilt full size 9 panel embroider cherries 4 square @pinehaven2

International Silver Camille Gravy Boat Sauce Bowl @VintagePretties

Mid Century Ceramic Artisan Ashtray Space Age Red Black @Affaire d'Amour

Vintage Hand Embroidered Tablecloth @CatwalkCreative

Set 6 Early 20th Century Liqueur Glasses @WickedLady collectibles

Vintage Holland Dutch figural Cake or Dessert Forks NIB @VintagePretties

Vtg pierced handle fruit ornate detailed tray gold trim tole @pinehaven2

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Vintage Cowgirl Cuties – Gifts for the Cowgirl or Western Dancer on Your list

If you have a cowgirl on your gift list this year, we have vintage western wear she’ll adore ~ from boots or vests to wrap skirts and sets, to cute square dance dresses, all sure to please at
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Nine West caramel tan Cowgirl Cowboy boots 6 faux Lizard

Roper Vest and Skirt Set Indian Blanket wrap Skirt Concho Fringe XS S

vintage Pearlsnap Embroidered Western Shirt S M Cowgirl

Cowgirl Vintage 70s Pink Purple VEST western M

Wild West Poster Print Skirt Top Cowgirl Western Maxi Dress SET M L

Black Denim Cowgirl Western Snap Wrap Skirt Full A-Line XS S

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Vintage Accessories To Add a Pop of Color to Your Outfit

Looking at the fashions on runways and magazine the biggest trend is COLOR ~ lots and lots of color in accessories, and not limited to warm months, its in style all year round.

Even more fun is the trend for mixing ~ a yellow purse with a purple dress. Red shoes with a blue dress. Colors our mother would never have allowed us to wear together are all hot right now!

We have every color accessory imaginable and anything from new buckles or buttons to change an outfit to jewelry and purse available in vintage ~ this is just a small sampling of the colorful items to pop your wardrobe!

Vintage 30s ART DECO Scarf Slide Belt Buckle Emerald @Bombshell Frocks

Lovely pink buckle and set of 3 buttons all with detail @Henriettas Buttons

Vintage Rhinestone Tear Drop Clip Earrings Pink & Ruby @VintageOutlet

Miniature Turquoise Cabochon Star Brooch c.1980s @CatwalkCreative

Burnt Umber Vintage Daisy Pin @Vintage Outlet

Pink white and green paisley rayon crepe Scarf @WickedLady Collectables

Plum Purple vintage 60s Woven Handbag @BettesBargains

**Vintage 60's Mad Men Silky Floral Clutch Handbag Ila California @Affaire d'Amour

Pink Faux Leather Clutch Bag & Coin Purse c.1980s @CatwalkCreative

Robin's egg Blue 70s pumps sz 8-8.5 @BettesBargains

7 B vintage 80s orange genuine crocodile NEIMAN MARCUS stiletto pumps shoes @foggy16

1960's Purple Suede Lace Up Oxford Heels by Miss America @NobleSavage vintage

Vintage 60s Mad Men Floral High Heel Pumps Shoes by Réalités @Affaire d'Amour

sz 7-7.5 vtg 60s pink suede ankle strap pumps shoes NOS @foggy16

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Pretty Little Things – Vintage Animals and Birds for the Pet Lover

If you have a bird, animal or pet lover on your list this year, we have darling items they would love! From a vintage needle threader with sweet little kittens for the seamstress, vintage pins and necklaces with everythig from birds to little animals and even pigs to poodles!

Here is just a small sampling of the variety our members have, please see our other members sites for an even greater selection ~

Vintage 1940s Owl Bird pin Lucite @BettesBargains

Vintage Bestmaid needles with threader cat design @Henrietta's Buttons

Golden Rhinestone Piggy Brooch @CatwalkCreative

Vintage Rhinestone Brooch Westie Puppy silvertone @VintageOutlet

Vintage 80s Cockatoo Clay Necklace Earrings Set Signed @BombshellFrocks

Vintage Goldtone Poodle Pin Green Stone Eyes @Affaire d'Amour Vintage

Vintage Turtle Cabochon Brooch @ CatwalkCreative

Vintage Art Deco Bird Brooch faux pearl rhinestones @VintageOutlet

Vintage Gold Tone Enamel Poodle Necklace Pendant @Affaire d'Amour

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Vintage Hats for the Entire Family.. From Baby to Dad and of Course the Ladies

Hats are practical for keeping us warm, a perfect accessory to a beautiful outfit, fun for an outing, and wonderful for Church, not to mention a hot trend this year.

Our members have an amazing variety of vintage hats for any occasion or family member, and even some darling patterns to create yourself. Here is just a sampling, please check our shops ~ among all of us, we probably have just the you’re looking for or to make!

Vintage Adolfo II Wide Brim Hat Purple Rose & Quill Black Straw @Affaire d'Amour

Dark chestnut Trilby wide petersham band @WickedLady Collectables

Vintage 60s mink hat brown genuine fur @BettesBargains

Vintage Whimsey Hat Net Veil Black Velvet Bows Leaves @ Vintage Outlet

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Edwardian Stetson Bowler @ Noble Savage Vintage

Harris Tweed Wool Trilby Size Small c.1960s @CatwalkCreative

Vogue 9007 - 1950s Cloche Hat @Serendipity Vintage

Bestway knitting pattern 3847 babies hats mitts bootees @Henrietta's Buttons

Vintage Lace from Elegant to Sheer and Seductive or just Fun

Unlined vintage lace is always gorgeous, it allows you to appreciate the actual beauty of the intricate lace. Of course it can be paired with a deep color to also show the details of the vintage lace. Here are just a few of the many lace items offered at

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Christmas Red sheer lace crinoline, fun to peek out of a long black skirt or even more fun worn alone over leggings as a hippie skirt:

All Sheer Red Lace vintage Tiered Crinoline Skirt Slip M L

Amazing Vintage all unlined lace robe, would be beautiful worn over an evening gown as a fabulous wrap!

Vintage Peignoir Robe All Lace Unlined Robe Ruffly S Petite Feminine

Naughty little Christmas red babydoll with generous sheer seductive lace ~

Red Split Lace vintage Henson Babydoll Nightgown S

All sheer Pink lace bodice Vintage Victoria’s Secret nightgown with a huge full sheer chiffon sweep:

Victoria's Secret Vintage Nightgown Pink Sheer Lace Bodice Flowing Chiffon

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Vintage Accessories in the Natural Beauty of Wood

Wood is timeless and classic, and does not need to be limited to furniture ~ our members have some fabulous vintage items of wood from beautifully layered stacked wood heels, to a fabulous purse of little wood beads and even a necklace to enhance your favorite outfit with one of the most beautiful natural elements.

1970s Red Morland Shoes with Stacked Wood Heels @Wickedlady Collectables

Vintage 30s Art Deco Wood Bead Czechoslovakia Handbag @Affaire d'Amour vintage

6.5 M vtg 70s woven leather wooden wedge peep-toe shoes @Foggy16

Wood vintage Double strand bead Necklace Clip Earring Set @VintageOutlet

Vintage 60s Wood Sandal Shoes size 7 8 @BettesBargains

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Pretty Vintage Slips Plain or Fancy

Vintage slips are fascinating and beautiful, a style to enhance any figure type.. There is nothing sexier than just a peek of the lace hem of a slip under a dress. Vintage slips have empire waist seams if you are thin, or side darted seams to slim you.

They come demure and plain, to lots of lace or crystal pleated chiffon hems. There really is a huge variety available in vintage, unlike most slips made today.

If you are brave, wear one as a dress. So many slips from the 50s and 60s are lined and or have zippers for a precise fit, fabulous, perfect as a little dress.

They also could be worn “multi purpose.”. under a skirt, the top of the slip exposed as a blouse under a cute jacket or blazer.

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Shadowline Vintage Slip two Layer All lace Ruffle Hem XS chiffon

Vanity Fair vintage Silky Blue nylon Dress full SLIP 32 L Tall

Vintage Slip 60s Barbizon Tafredda Taffeta White Lacy Dress Slip Zipper S

Vintage Slip 50's Dutchmaid dress Slip 36 Unique Chiffon Lace M L

Vintage Slip Deena full dress Slip s 34 Beautiful Baby Blue

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Pretty Vintage Fashions for Rainy Days and Mondays

Instead of rainy days and Mondays getting you down, you will actually look forward to them if you own any of these darling vintage rain items! From designer, classic or just trendy rain coats, darling boots, fun umbrellas and a sweet little scarf we have vintage to make you smile when it rains!

Please see our members shops for these and more items to make your rainy Mondays bright and cheerful! And don’t forget, these would make great, unique gifts for someone special as well!

Vintage Umbrella w Faux Lizard Snake Handle and Sheath @Affaire d'Amour

Vintage 60's Givenchy Mod Spy Rain Trench Coat @Lady Day's Vintage

40s Gold Seal rubber boots minty fresh size 7 @Pinehaven2

Vintage Silk Scarf Grey with Gold Umbrellas & Rain Sally Gee Paris @Bettes Bargains

Puffy Coat Unique Quilted Rain Coat trench coat vintage 70s M @Vintage Outlet

ca. 1960s Red Patent Vinyl Lace Up Purse with Umbrella @Noble Savage Vintage

SHOWERS Classic Trench Coat Medium c.1970s @Catwalk Creative

Vtg 40s GAYTEES 7 7.5 Spike Heel Rain Galoshes Boots FUR Suede @BombshellFrocks

1950s Brown & Green Moderne Parasol @WickedLady Collectables

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