Vintage Fashion Blog
If you’re looking to create a glamorous vintage look inspired by Old Hollywood, finding the perfect red lipstick is key. There are many shades and formulas to choose from, so it can be overwhelming to know where to start. But don’t worry, I’m here to help you discover the best red lipsticks that will give you that classic, Old Hollywood…
Are you looking for fall outfit ideas inspired by the style icon Princess Diana? She was known for her impeccable and elegant looks, often adoring the colour red, which happens to be one of my favourites, too. Coincidentally, it’s also the most fashionable hue of the season, a classic that never goes out of style. In this post, I will…
Tips on how to dress like Wednesday Addams, not just for Halloween.Thank Goth It’s Friday! And if you are a true fan of the Addams Family, you know what I’m referring to, and if not, you must watch the ‘So You Think You Know Everything About the Addams Family‘ video. The Addams Family was brought to life by the renowned cartoonist…
How and where to shop for vintage clothes are the two questions people always ask when I give a talk on the subject of vintage fashion. The topic of procuring vintage clothing requires a detailed explanation, often with visuals, and there is never enough time to go through it at an event. So I finally decided to put pen to…
Don’t be the ‘Woman in a Dressing Gown’ (1957) This post is for fashion enthusiasts who have an appreciation for retro and vintage fashion styles, particularly those interested in incorporating Old Hollywood Glamour into their loungewear. If you have a penchant for comfort, style and vintage sophistication, and you spend copious amounts of time at home, you simply must consider…
What sunglasses did Audrey Hepburn wear in Breakfast at Tiffany’s? The opening scene of the film ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ introduces two key elements of the movie: the impeccably dressed, in a long black Givenchy evening gown, Holly Golightly, played by Audrey Hepburn, and the iconic ‘Manhattan’ sunglasses designed by Oliver Goldsmith that are an integral part of her character. 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!
