Of Little Girls, Fathers and Birds Nests How long should you keep something that you never wear? Is it better to keep it, boxed up never to be seen again or to let it go to someone else who will wear and enjoy it? This is a question that has boggled many through the ages. This is a question about my...
Vintage handbagsWhether you call it a handbag, purse or pocketbook, most stylish women wouldn’t be caught without one. Designers, well aware of this fact, have built the most profitable part of their businesses around this accessory. Where would Chanel or Michael Kors be without their handbags?Each ...
In Madge's research for the Edsel Ford article she found some amazing vintage advertisements for Lincoln Continental. Since my dad was a car salesman for Lincoln in the 1960s and 70s, this brand has a special place in my heart.
Enjoy.
Madge really wants one of this 1960s ...
It's the 20th day of National Blog Posting Month and it's also Madge's 100 post! Now that's something to celebrate.
Edsel Ford – No FlopEdsel Ford – No Flop
Madge was leafing through some old magazines and found a couple of wonderful advertisements for Edsel, Ford Motor Company’s car of the future...
Eight Movies with Vintage Style
Back in the early 60s my mom had her hair done every Saturday morning at the beauty parlor. This was the era when stylish women had their hair teased within an inch of its life and my mom was definitely a stylish woman. After all, she was a secretary.
Dad worked...
As you might imagine, as a writer on vintage style and owner of several vintage shops, Madge owns jewelry. A lot of jewelry. It’s a constant struggle to keep all her pieces organized. She’s tried hanging necklaces on hooks, and used desk organizers for earrings and bracelets but nothing has worked. ...
