Vintage Fashion Blog
Vintage sunglasses and vintage eyewear loved by Old Hollywood Movie Stars. Explore the best retro sunglasses available today, to enhance your vintage wardrobe. Discover the fascinating history of eyewear and the iconic Audrey Hepburn sunglasses.
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…
Few accessories in cinema are as instantly recognisable as the cat-eye sunglasses worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Effortless, enigmatic, and undeniably chic, they didn’t just complete Holly Golightly’s look; they defined it. 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…
In this post, I am excited to share with you a comprehensive guide on how to select the best retro eyewear. I will cover everything from the different types of frames, lenses, and materials to the most popular styles and colours. Moreover, I have curated a stunning collection of photos featuring iconic Old Hollywood stars like Audrey Hepburn, James Dean,…
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!
