Sitting Pretty at Prettie Lanes
Sitting Pretty at Prettie Lanes
Amidst hundreds of 1950’s inspired vintage clothing shops, it’s hard to know which garments are truly unique and authentically retro.
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Franziska Schlupski has set her brand apart by not only designing but also creating each and every garment offered at Prettie Lanes. From pin up sailor dresses to rockabilly high waist pants, each item is carefully handcrafted by Franziska with only a very limited number of each design.
Her goal is to recapture the feminine romance of 1950’s fashion as authentically as possible, even down to the finest details of construction. While Prettie Lanes may not have the widest selection of vintage clothing to be found, this is by design. Franziska designs and then creates only a handful of pieces in each size so that every garment is limited edition and quantity.
This ensures against that embarrassing moment of, “She’s wearing my dress!” at parties and gatherings and also will set you apart in unique vintage outfits not found anywhere else. Designed and made in Switzerland, Prettie Lanes does ship worldwide and is one of the very few retro fashion shops that still hand-stiches every piece.
In sizes from small to extra-large, these pin up dresses and rockabilly frocks can flatter every body. Beside their clothing line (including the original line of Prettie at the Sea), Prettie Lanes also offers accessories and actual vintage items from other manufacturers in limited quantities.
You’ll find hand-crocheted ivory gloves from Go Gloves to add a pretty flair to any pin up dress or sweetheart top. Most exciting are the true vintage items fore sale: one of a kind pieces from the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s that are still in new condition. Most of these are in the accessories category, including handbags, jewelry, and hairpieces.
Occasionally, Franziska will find a true vintage dress or other clothing item and sell it on Prettie Lanes. These items disappear quickly though, so it’s best to check back regularly or follow her on social media to know exactly when they will appear. Lovely ladies looking for handcrafted rockabilly dresses or true vintage handbags know Prettie Lanes is the place for both: a truly vintage shop.
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Yvonne Warmbier: 1950’s Clothing from Berlin
Yvonne Warmbier: 1950’s Clothing from Berlin
Capturing the feminine flair of the 1950’s fashion world, Yvonne Warmbier takes pride in their signature vintage pieces.
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Bring back a piece of this bygone era of style icons with the limited edition collections full of charm and elegance and designed with the modern woman in mind.
Yvonne Warmbier is a brand that focuses on class and finesse, giving the feminine form some vintage grace. Their classic retro clothing is all manufactured from organically sourced and fair trade fabrics, so you can look beautiful while helping to keep the environment gorgeous too. Founded in 2012, German-born Yvonne Warmbier began her brand of classic 1950’s style clothing after being featured on multiple television fashion shows and contests.
Today the shop ships worldwide and is quickly becoming renowned for its commitment to vintage design and quality. At their online store, it’s easy to shop by piece, browsing through dresses, skirts, blouses, or petticoats and accessories. Many items are only limited edition, ensuring that your pin up style outfit is unique.
Their gorgeous pin up dresses are named after fashion icons like Charlotte, Greta, and Martha to bring back the charm of days gone by. Focusing on pastel colors and floral print patterns, Yvonne Warmbier is all about soft beauty and beautiful 1950’s silhouettes. With sizes for small to extra large, their vintage dresses and retro gowns will fit any body type.
For separates, there are a variety of pencil skirts and flair skirts in neutral tones of black, white, and grey to match with almost any top. Professional button down blouses and boleros are also available in limited edition designs that are always changing. With their versatile color palette, these retro separates can be mixed and matched for an endless number of cute pin up outfits.
Finish off the lovely vintage look with Yvonne Warmbier’s selection of petticoats and accessories.
From thin waist belts to cute bows, they have the perfect piece to draw attention to the waist. Crinoline petticoats come in black or white to match any of their dresses for a truly rockabilly look. Complete it with a handmade organza rose in your hair for a retro style to remember!
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Mademoiselle Tambour: European-Designed Retro Dresses
Mademoiselle Tambour: European-Designed Retro Dresses
What began as a chic European boutique has become a world famous line of retro dresses with a fun, feminine flair. Mademoiselle Tambour specializes in unique, vintage inspired dresses that are comfortable for today’s women.
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With boutique locations across Europe, their pin up worthy clothing is also available to order online, shipped straight to your front door. Monika Tambour is a fashion designer with an eye for vintage classic looks that give a lovely feminine aura while remaining true to their original design. She founded her line of retro dresses hoping to meet an aesthetic and practical need.
These outfits can easily be worn to the office, around the house, or for an evening out in the big city. Mademoiselle Tambour is committed to using the finest European-made materials for a finished product that is high quality and fashionable. They pride themselves on manufacturing well-made pieces in a fair and honest work environment for employees and customers.
Not only do these clothes look fabulous, but they also have integrity stitched in every step of the way. Mademoiselle Tambour’s retro dresses are known for their bold color blocking styles and soft floral patterns. Cute waistline belts and sashes give a sweet silhouette to many of these vintage dresses above A-line skirts that are fun for any occasion.
You’ll also find rockabilly looks in pencil skirts for daytime wear or flared skirts in blue denim that are perfect for dancing the night away. Fitted blouses and blazers complete the unforgettable look for a chic outfit that could be worn to work and show off your rocking retro style.
At their online site, Mademoiselle Tambour showcases some of their favorite dresses being worn by television celebrities around the globe. Whether famous actresses or button-down newscasters, these vintage dresses have become fashion icons everywhere they go.
You too can become part of their online gallery by sending in a picture wearing your favorite Mlle Tambour look. This brand is proud to say that their clientele base is as unique and diverse as their designs. The rockabilly fashion era was about celebrating individuality after all, and these lovely retro outfits beautifully agree.
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Sweet Cherry Clothing: 1950’s Styles for Men and Women
Sweet Cherry Clothing: 1950’s Styles for Men and Women
Dreams of the soda fountain and ice cream parlor come true with the delightful styles of Sweet Cherry Clothing. This brand is all about recreating the magic of the American 1950’s from pin up dresses to vintage accessories.
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Immerse yourself in a world of rock and roll retro style from top to bottom. Sweet Cherry Clothing began as a small design company with a dream: to capture the independent and inspiring spirit of the 1950’s world and bring it to today’s women. With the growing popularity of rockabilly and pin up looks, it didn’t take long for Sweet Cherry Clothing to become its own rocking trend in fashion.
That is when the designers decided to expand their market to include rockabilly men’s clothing as well. Based in Barcelona, Spain, this vintage brand now sells their products worldwide and has been spotted at many rock and roll concerts and venues around the globe.
Specializing in detailed vintage reproductions, Sweet Cherry Clothing aims to capture the rockabilly look by making each piece unique and top-quality. The men’s line includes hot rod work shirts with rock and roll emblems, rockabilly jeans, and jackets. With hand embroidered flames, casino, and even Elvis motifs, the Black Cherry line for men is one of a kind vintage style that is difficult to duplicate anywhere else.
For the pin up girls and rockabilly divas, there is a wide selection of bold blouses, pin up dresses, and cute jackets. You’ll find everything from sexy leopard print and pencil skirts to sweet poodle skirts and (of course!) red cherry patterns.
What sets Sweet Cherry Clothing apart from other brands is their wide variety and selection of vintage accessories. For lovely victory roll hair, choose from polka dot bows to cameo barrettes and plaid bandanna ribbons. Their fun retro jewelry options include dice earrings, sparkling pendants and beaded pearl necklaces.
For the rockabilly gal, check out some skull and crossbones pieces too! Finally, there is a great selection of cute vintage clutches and handbags to complete your gorgeous pin up look. At Sweet Cherry Clothing, they’ve thought of every last detail to make the 1950’s come to life.
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