Vintage Fashion Blog
I recently published a post on a topic very close to my heart. To my surprise and delight, the ‘how-to add gothic glamour to your style’ article attracted fellow goths and those who love certain aspects of gothic fashion and wanted to learn how to incorporate it into their look. One of my lovely readers suggested I do a separate…
Tips on Mixing Vintage with Modern Fashion! You often ask me in comments how to wear and mix vintage clothes with those of contemporary designers. The thinking behind this is to avoid looking too costumey or like an extra from Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries. Not that there is anything wrong with looking like you’ve just stepped out from a scene playing…
In this article, I will be sharing with you my tips on the art of styling a little black dress in a vintage way, proving the garment to be the most versatile piece in your wardrobe, as it can be worn for both daytime and evening occasions. How to style a little black dress with the help of accessories. If, like me, you have…
The 1980s Inspired Lingerie for the Modern Girl with a Vintage Soul Lenagerie brand is proof that sustainability can be sexy and you definitely want to add it to your lingerie collection. Lena, the uber-talented designer behind my favourite, and the only sneakers brand I wear, SPITZ, has created a lingerie line for modern women with a vintage soul. Her…
A Weekend in Warsaw- Travel Guide Welcome to the perfect weekend in Warsaw! The perfect weekend series is a difficult one to create during the time of the pandemic. Unpredictable lockdowns and restrictions on travel make it impossible to plan the next holiday trip, especially if it’s just for the weekend. I would love to share with you all…
Outfit Ideas For Dressing Like a Femme Fatale!! And for those of you who love to learn, I wrote a brief history of the Fatale women depicted in literature and paintings in the 19th and 20th centuries. I don’t believe that there is one quintessential Fatale look. Black seems to always be the preferred choice for those trying to imitate…
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!
