Vintage Beauty Names: Why Old-School Glam Still Works

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Some vintage beauty names don’t just sit on a label, they shimmer. They sound like they belong on a gilded vanity tray, next to a crystal perfume bottle and a lipstick bullet in fire-engine red. That’s the magic of vintage makeup business names. They aren’t chasing trends. They’re serving heritage. They whisper glamour, forever, old …

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Curves and Comfort: Vintage Lingerie from Edwardian to 1950s

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Vintage lingerie evokes both an era and what society valued during that era. Posture, propriety, pleasure, movement. From the stiff, swan-backed lines of the 1900s to the sculpted lift of mid-century Hollywood, underpinnings track every turn in fashion, work, and technology. And yes, modern play has a place in that story too. Today’s novelty sets …

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I’ve Fallen Down a Vintage Wedding Rabbit Hole

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It all started so innocently. One minute, my now-fiancé, Paul, was on one knee, presenting a ring so sparkly it could be seen from space. A whirlwind of champagne, happy tears, and approximately 4,000 ring selfies. We were sitting on the sofa, basking in that warm, fuzzy, “just engaged” glow. “So, what kind of wedding …

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Old School Glamour: How to Dress for a Vintage-Themed Prom

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Published on glamourdaze.com Prom is already a fashion fairytale, but throw in the word vintage and suddenly it’s less “just another dance” and more “cinematic time travel with better lighting.” Whether you’re dreaming of Gatsby’s glittering soirées, Audrey Hepburn’s effortless grace, or the rebellious sparkle of the ‘80s, a vintage-themed prom is your chance to …

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Stand Out at a Renaissance Festival: Tips for the Perfect Outfit

As the saying goes, “The more the merrier!” But you know dressing for a festival overshadows the saying especially when it comes to Renaissance Festival for they are largely a type of immersive experience. You need to step back in time to experience the art, the culture, and the passion of the Renaissance era. Be …

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How to Incorporate Vintage Glamour into a Modern Closet

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There is something irresistibly endearing about vintage glamour. It’s the glamour of Old Hollywood. The ultra-feminine post-war fashion boom. That graceful poise which defines early 20th century style. From Grace Kelly‘s elegance to Marilyn Monroe‘s allure, vintage fashion reflects confidence and self-expression. Feminine qualities that never go out of fashion. Now, adding vintage glamour to …

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How Vintage Design Beats Big Brands: Small Business Branding

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Beautify your small business products with vintage design tips to compete with big brands. When it comes to improving your small business, there are a few things that you need to take into consideration. The most important one is what you’re inspired by. A trend in the design world is bringing vintage back, as this …

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From Silk to Nylon: The History of Tights

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For today’s women, tights are an everyday item we know well. However, centuries ago, tights were made from silk and worn mainly by people of wealth and status. After the advent of Nylon hosiery, what was once a status item became a staple part of every woman’s wardrobe with the invention of pantyhose – or …

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Vintage Clothing – The Past can be your Future

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There are two kinds of people in the world: the ones who look at a rack of vintage clothing and see outdated jackets, impractical hats, and shoes that could maim you—and the ones who see stories. You are, of course, the second type. Or you wouldn’t be here, reading this, already thinking about the coat …

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