Vintage Fashion Blog
Vintage Wardrobe Travel Tips: The Ultimate Guide A travel outfit should be as simple and practical as possible, with a rather sporty, casual character—never fancy! An extravagant travel outfit is a sign of poor taste and a complete lack of knowledge of dressing etiquette. The greatest elegance in travel attire lies in the excellent quality of the fabric and the…
In this article, you will learn how to store vintage clothing like a pro! I’ve already written about how to take care of vintage clothes, but this is a more in-depth piece. To give you the best possible advice and to answer most, if not all, questions about the dos and don’ts of storing vintage clothing, I consulted with a…
Abbie Walsh accessories are the perfect match, for both, vintage and modern garments. The limited collections, as well as one-off pieces, are all handmade and embellished with beautiful beads and dreamy embroidery. And what makes them even more special is the original artwork created by the tattoo artist Heather Moore.
The 1950s Outfit Ideas to Wear in Autumn! Autumn is without a doubt my favourite time of the year. It’s also the most vintage-friendly season. I can wear a 1950s skirt suit, like the Handmacher beauty in the picture below, or a dress, without the need of having to cover it with a coat. In this post, I will show…
“Old Age Ain’t no Place for Sissies.” Frankly Forty! “Old Age Ain’t no Place for Sissies.” I heard someone say once that the ‘beast’ known as Hollywood forgives everything from a small indiscretion to a huge scandal and even a month at a Betty Ford clinic but not birthdays. This resonates so well with a quote attributed to the great Miss…
Those of you who read my last post entitled “Joan Crawford inspired look” are probably already familiar with Xtabay Vintage shop where I found the most perfect 1940s cocktail dress that I believe Crawford herself would have approved of! If however, this is the first time you are hearing about this shop extraordinaire, may I present you now with the…
My name is Dominique de Merteuil. I'm a vintage fashion blogger and curator of elegance. As the founder of It's Beyond My Control, a vintage fashion guide, I take pride in sharing my 20+years of knowledge, research and passion for clothing from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s—which I wear daily. My credo: Life is too short to wear ordinary clothes!
