the itsy bitsy spider

Just in time for Halloween: 1940s gold vermeil over sterling rhinestone-encrusted jelly belly spider pin/fur clip, by Alfred Philippe for Trifari. Coming to the shop tomorrow!

xo

K

on the line

Look at all this manly, woolen, military stuff hanging on the line! But what's that red, lacy number down at the end, hanging out with all the boys?

It's pretty 1950s red lace and chiffon party dress, hanging next to her date, a nubby atomic fleck brown wool suit. Both will be coming to the Etsy shop soon.

xo

K

delicious autumn!

"Delicious autumn!

My very soul is wedded to it,

and if I were a bird

I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns."

--George Eliot

Boots, hats, scarves, and a traveling bar--all the things that make autumn delicious are coming soon to the Etsy shop! Here's a preview.

1970s russet brown leather stack heel boots with wingtip styling.

1980s multicolor mosaic oxfords.

1980s deep mahogany flat boots, by 9West.

1970s chestnut mary jane pumps.

Camel elfin-toe boots, from Sweden.

Deadstock black leather oxford booties.

1970s blond suede boots.

Mod forest green suede riding cap, made in Italy.

Black velvet beret with satin bow, by Sally Victor.

Striped brim alpine-inspired hat, by Belmar.

Gray and camel striped turban hat.

Chocolate brown Madeline hat with bow, by Martelle.

Midnight blue cocktail hat with bow, by Roberta Bernays.

My favorite! Black flower cloche by Martelle, Mr. Henri.

Gold Avon lion chain pendant necklace or belt.

Deco curlicues choker necklace.

Houndstooth red and navy clip-on bow tie.

Dotted olive and red clip-on bow tie.

Mustard yellow leather "french clutch" wallet, with original box by Amity/Baronet.

Floral canvas and olive green leather satchel.

Mid century portable party kit.

Metal Porta-File bills box (came with some cancelled checks in it!).

Chalkware mushroom, acorns, and oak leaves plaques.

Raspberry sheer chiffon scarf with gold-painted flowers and edging, signed Paris.

Cute novelty print cotton dog scarf!

Mod brown daisy print fabric, by Lonsdale Mills.

Horse and colt print scarf.

Green mosaic print scarf.

Silk chiffon grid scarf, made in Italy.

xo

K

dead leaves and the dirty ground

At last! Autumn is in the air and light here--is it where you are, too?

I don't go back to school anymore, but autumn always makes me want to shop and update my wardrobe. Here are some great items coming to the Etsy shop shortly in case you're looking to do the same.

The Peaceable Kingdom print dress.

1950s white lace and ruching blouse.

1950s plaid bow print rayon blend day dress.

Cafe au lait pointelle wrap cardigan.

1980s bubble skirt & bow party dress.

1950s plaid flannel pencil skirt.

1960s daisy spiral taffeta dress with belt.

1950s sepia rose print top, by Miss Sun Valley.

1980s silky bohemian jeweltone paisley print dress.

Art teacher novelty print top.

1940s red skirt suit, Weathervane tailored by Handmacher.

1960s children's flare pants with the most insane owl and kitty cat print.

1960s gingham print scooter dress.

1970s yellow ruffle collar sweater with embroidered and beaded flowers, by Country Craft.

1950s Royal Crown Cola blouse.

Ivory lace 1980s does 1920s ascot neck dress.

1960s psychedelic print blouse.

1950s L'Aiglon silky taffeta swiss dot shirtwaist dress.

Jantzen fawn cableknit polo cardigan.

Wool plaid romper with belt, by Junior House.

Cocoa sweater with lace collar.

1950s Jonathan Logan grid print dress.

Bright psychedelic vine shift dress, by Westover Twinkle Packable.

1950s buffalo check dress with awesome wooden cone-shaped buttons, by Julie Miller.

xo

K