Vintage Fashion Blog
The 1940s DuBarry Dress & Its Versatility The DuBarry brand was known in the 1940s – 1960s for simple yet elegant evening gowns, cocktail and prom dresses, as well as mother-of-the-bride wear. Today the label is synonymous, amongst us vintage girls, with the best that ready-to-wear vintage has to offer. I love how easy it is to dress up or…
If you want to ensure that your vintage clothes remain in excellent condition, it is crucial to wash them the proper way. One of the best ways to do this is to hand-wash them using a delicate detergent. This method is not only gentle on the fabric but also ensures that the colours don’t fade and the fabric doesn’t shrink. It is recommended to wash each item…
Children’s clothing from the 17th to the 19th century – Wilanow for Young Talents. The exhibition runs until the 31st of October and you definitely don’t want to miss it!
Why I fell in love with sequins! Some people need sequins, others don’t. Edith Head History of Sequins-Fashion Trivia Edith Head, one of my favourite Hollywood costumiers, once famously said, “Some people need sequins, others don’t.” She made that comment to the press in reference to a dress she designed for Grace Kelly to wear at the 27th Academy Awards…
Faux fur from Helen Moore is the best winter (and beyond) accessory for a vintage girl. And if you wonder who would wear faux fur in the summer, wonder no more. I would wear it regardless of the season. Their sumptuous and very 1930s-looking Slim Vixen scarf is the perfect example, as it would make for an ideal addition to…
The Practical Guide on How to Dress Vintage When it’s Cold How to dress vintage when it’s cold is a nagging question I’ve been trying to find an answer to for the past two decades, and I believe, I finally got it right! It’s all fine and dandy to wear your favourite vintage suit or slacks underneath a lightweight coat…
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!
