Dressing Vintage Blog

Harry Collins The Master Fashion Designer The World Has Forgotten

By Lisa AchesonMay 23, 2018

Harry Collins designed dresses for Mary Astor, Matilda Dodge and first lady Florence Harding. During the 1910's and 1920's he was America's most famous fashion designer, so why has he...

25 Fashion Exhibits for Your Must See 2018 Bucket List

By Lisa AchesonFeb 7, 2018

Before you plan your 2018 vacation, take a look at our list of the top 25 fashion exhibits you should visit this year! Whether it's Azzedine Alaia or Iris Van...

Celebrating Yves Saint Laurent at The Dressing Vintage Studio Grand Opening Party!

By Lisa AchesonNov 5, 2017

We celebrated the grand opening of the new Dressing Vintage Studio with a tribute to Yves Saint Laurent.

The Original Wonder Woman and the Magic of Donfeld

By Lisa AchesonJun 8, 2017

Several years ago, I purchased two original sketches to add to my collection of fashion illustrations. I fell in love with them because of the unique designs and the elegant tall subjects...

International Women's Day Fashion Female Immigrant Fashion Designers

By Lisa AchesonMar 8, 2017

What makes an American? In honor of International Women's Day, we wanted to pay tribute to some 1st generation female immigrants who played a prominent role in defining 20th century...

Rihanna at the MET Gala - crazy? Like a Fox! Why a Guo Pei Dress Was the Perfect Choice

By Lisa AchesonMay 5, 2015

Rihanna has been called crazy for her fashion choice at this year's MET gala. Her cape has inspired memes of pizza, cheese, and omelettes, but I think Rihanna was the...