That's Another One Off My Bucket List!

Hello everyone.  Sorry for the delay in posting.  I underestimated how tiring it was to fly the red eye and adjust to jet lag.

We're here!

We got back from our crazy trip to Las Vegas. Husband and I can both agree that the best part for us was renewing our vows.  We couldn't have dreamed that it would go so well.

The Chapel was so professional, location was wonderfully cheesy and intimate and Elvis himself, risen from the dead, walked me up the aisle while singing one of my favourites "Can't Help Falling In Love".  I was practically swooning from his charm and his stunningly retro powder blue suit! 

(Photo property of Graceland Chapel)

We were especially touched by the amazing thoughtfulness of Veronica and her boyfriend Alex.  They secretly went out the morning of the wedding and got me a beautiful bouquet and boutonniere for Husband.  This arrangement was more beautiful than anything I had ever seen out of a Martha Stewart magazine. 

This whole retro experience is a dream realised, one item checked off my bucket list.  I am especially happy and grateful that Husband loved it too and that our good friends (Julianna, Veronica and Alex) could attend.



The cheesy newlyweds (again) in a graphic maxi dress and
 vintage Hawaiian shirt, courtesy of Some Like It Vintage

Here we are again with beautiful Veronica and Alex, who is sporting
 another vintage Hawaiian shirt, courtesy of Some Like It Vintage

 

Carol

Vintage Hanae Mori and My Holy Grail

As a vintage dealer, sometimes the lines blur between a seller and collector. I am obviously in the business of selling, but as all vintage dealers can attest to - we all have our dream designers that we wish to have in our collections and hold on to. And never sell.

One of my holy grails is Hanae Mori. Well, I finally have one and it's killing me to list it in the store. I really, really want to keep this in my private collection. I am torn. I have indeed listed it but almost hope no one buys it!

If I did this with all my items I would no longer be a seller. I think I would be a hoarder.

Let me share this stunning silk gown by the Japanese couturier Hanae Mori. But please don't buy it. $425

Early 1980s Hanae Mori Silk Gown