Vintage Fashion Blog
How to wear a vintage brooch is one of the questions I’m asked very often, and the answer lies in understanding how women styled these remarkable pieces from the 1930s through the 1950s. There is something irresistibly powerful about a vintage brooch, and I say that as someone who has lived with them for most of my life. No matter…
Adam Leja, The Man Who Lives and Breathes Vintage Couture In the rarefied world of vintage haute couture, where artistry meets obsession and fabric becomes history, few names command the reverence of Adam Leja.An art historian, connoisseur of Art Deco jewellery, and one of the world’s most distinguished collectors of vintage couture, Adam has spent decades preserving garments that would…
Best Cervin Fully Fashioned Stockings Who Makes the Best Fully Fashioned Stockings? In this article, I’m excited to share my heartfelt review of the five best Cervin fully fashioned stockings for an authentic vintage look, my personal favourites, which I have tried, tested, and worn with several of my 1940s and 1950s ensembles. Once an essential item in every woman’s…
Fall, my favourite season, is finally upon us, the perfect time to dust off my 1940s suits with matching hats and weather-appropriate gloves. As I was carefully packing my summer vintage wardrobe into Tyvek covers, you can find out how to properly store vintage in my article; ‘How to Store Vintage Clothes Like a Pro‘, and unpacking fall ensembles, I…
Hydrate in vintage style this summer with the best water bottle on the market. Indulge in luxury with the stylish and opulent My Bougie Bottle and the elegant vegan leather sling, the perfect and practical hands-free accessory to compliment your vintage look. The arrival of spring brings with it a renewed sense of energy and excitement. With the increasing warmth…
70s sunglasses are making a comeback, and they’re better and bigger than ever. Whether you prefer large frames or vibrant colours, there’s a perfect pair for you. In this blog post, I’ll focus on some of the most popular styles of 70s sunglasses, with a particular emphasis on the oversized square shape that dominated the era. I’ll also show you…
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!
