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…
Ladies and Gentlemen! Madame et Monsieur! Meine Damen und Herren! As part of the Vintage Shop Of The Week segment of my blog, I present to you Pursuing Andie! A place where you will find a vast selection of vintage clothes and accessories dating from the 1940s-1970s with an emphasis on hats, that integral part of a real vintage dame’s…
Bloomers and Frocks is my new vintage shop of the week. It’s a fairly new enterprise, having just celebrated its first birthday and is based in Austin, Texas. Judging by the dazzling vintage clothes and accessories that you can find there, as well as a big amount of very happy clients, I dare say, that they have a very bright…
The 1940s Fashion: Elegance, Endurance & the Art of Wartime Dressing Darling readers,Step with me into the formidable yet fashionable world of 1940s fashion, where elegance refused to surrender, even as the world stood at war. This extraordinary decade, often overshadowed by global conflict, birthed some of the most iconic silhouettes in fashion history—sharp-shouldered suits, nipped-in waists, straight skirts, and…
My name is Dominique de Merteuil. I’m a vintage fashion blogger, founder, and sole author of It’s Beyond My Control, your ultimate guide to vintage fashion from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. With over two decades of experience, meticulous research, and a deep passion for authentic vintage clothing, I specialise in the styles, silhouettes, and foundation garments of these eras, which I wear daily. Through this blog, I share the timeless beauty of bygone eras, blending historical insight with real-life styling and original vintage pieces. My work is rooted in both scholarship and lived experience, bringing vintage fashion to life beyond the archives and into the modern wardrobe.
