Fabulous Deserves A Sequel
Second Story Vintage
Vintage fashion. An elevated archive of vintage style.
Rare and storied garments that feel as relevant now as they did then. Worn once, remembered forever.
History never looked so good.
A striking mid-century hat by Don Anderson, crafted from layered iridescent black feathers that sweep elegantly across the crown and curve fluidly down the back. The featherwork is sculpted into a voluminous arc, creating dramatic dimension from every angle.
Set on a secure structured base wrapped in black netting, this showpiece captures the glamour and craftsmanship of 1950’s-60’s millinery design.
Every piece has a past - welcome to it’s second story.
An opulent and rare vintage Christian Dior chapeaux, created for the high-end American retailer Dayton's 'French Room.' This structured ivory hat is made of richly textured brocade and lavishly adorned with hand-sewn faux pearls, gold seed beads, and elongated gold bugle beads. The silhouette is softly rounded with a modest brim that dips slightly in front. Interior is lined in cream fabric with both 'Christian Dior Chapeaux Paris-New York' and 'Dayton's French Room' labels.
A glamorous mid-century half-hat by Ere Nouvelle New York, covered in intricate gold beading and rhinestones with large marquise-cut stones and swirling embroidered detail. Sculpted to hug the crown securely, with comb attachments
Vintage fashion with a costumer’s eye.
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