In the shadow of an eleventh century castle, along the banks of a winding river, I sloped into a flea market where many fascinating antiquities were for sale and discovered a few items worth carrying away.

Most notable among them were mid-century jewelry and buttons, true vintage furs (the ONLY kind to buy or wear), and Victorian-era baby clothing.

The evidence will be on display at a later date.  Stay tuned .  .  .

MORGANA MARTIN,  THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

I just LOVE finding true vintage blouses! They’re so pretty and versatile – and so rare to discover in great condition. This one was kind of a bargain-basement item – not top qual…

Source: RARE FIND!! TRUE VINTAGE 1940’S – EARLY 1950’S BLOUSE

 Thanks so much for your patience with my screwy schedule and the dodgy Internet.  I still keep discovering ‘new’ things and more updates will be forthcoming.  Stay tuned .  .  .  .  .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

Two shades of blue – cornflower and sea blue – with shoes that go along, all from the same era. I’m stuck in the Sixties right now, and loving it! Again, fitted sheath styles but …

Source: TRUE BLUES – MORE TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S DRESSES AND COORDINATING SHOES

A very pretty frock from the late 1950’s – early 1960’s.  I found this several years ago at an out-of-the-way sale. Basically, it is a sheath with added tailoring details.  Metal …

Source: TRUE VINTAGE MID-CENTURY OFF-WHITE SPECIAL OCCASION DRESS – AND A SHOE SUGGESTION

More “black & white”. From the fab Fifties, these heels with clear vinyl on the uppers are iconic 1950’s and iconic Miami Beach. Well-constructed in leather, of course. Notice…

Source: FASHIONABLE FOOTWEAR FROM FIFTIES FLORIDA – TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S

Faceted jet beads, seed pearls and rhinestones. Dress up that little day-dress or LBD with true vintage accessories. Two-strand short necklace has a lovely clasp. Earrings are clip-on. I always kee…

Source: WANT TO DRESS-UP THAT LITTLE BLACK & WHITE? TRUE VINTAGE JET AND PEARLS

1960’s mod styling in a classic sheath with back zip. Fully lined. Notice the white bands at the neckline and armholes. Elegance and cool comfort – doesn’t get better than this! M…

Source: TRUE VINTAGE MOD AND ELEGANT IN BLACK AND WHITE – TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S SHEATH DRESS

Gorgeous, gorgeous easy dress that is so sophisticated and well-tailored. This  mid – century  frock would get you on the best-dressed list in a heartbeat!  It’s been in my wardrobe for…

Source: BEAUTIFUL, ELEGANT AND CHIC TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S SUMMER DRESS

Yesterday I was able to visit another of the shops that I have referenced in my book, and also discovered a new one!  The first is Free’p’Star at 20 rue Rivoli.  (in Paris, of course)  Well worth the visit and lives up to my recommendation.  Thanks, Nina, for a great visit and 3 fabulous dresses to add to my collection.  Fun!

Stay tuned . . . . .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY