flea market find

i found this amazing jim thompson dress at the flea market on sunday. it looks like it was never worn! i cant imagine why, because it is so beautiful. the colors are rich and vibrant and perfect for summer - its a nice vintage twist on the oh so popular maxi dress. and it has pockets!!

i was delighted to find that it fit perfectly-  im thinking i will pair it with a wide leather belt, a pair of pretty jewel tone sandals & a few big chunky wood bracelets. 

under dress -ed

 fashion week continues here at Cottage Farm. watch out bryant park! i purchased this delectable dress at the alameda flea market a few weekends ago. the seller and i discussed the piece & both thought it was probably from the 70's, mostly because it has these (slightly hideous) white polly ties and buttons - but when i got it home and really looked it over i actually think its much older- like 30's or maybe even earlier and that. someone must have put these silly others on after the fact.

 So im on the hunt for some pretty shell buttons and vintage ribbon to remake the ties. im thinking a champagne color perhaps. But my big conundrum- what to undress it with. i have a vintage slip, exactly like this but cream & i though would work but it most certainly does not! 
so dear friends...im on the hunt for the perfect under dress and i have no idea what it is...any thoughts??

dear golden: provencal scarf

summer is fast approaching here in the city by the bay and as a little treat to myself i ordered this provencally looking scarf from this phenomenal vintage etsy clothing shop. the colors are totally up my alley and the weight will be wonderful for the chilly summer mornings i know are on their way

Lauren of DearGoldenVintage has such a terrific eye for beautiful vintage clothing ....tons of dresses and shoes to drool over. another thing i love about the shop - she posts in color schemes - blushes, neutrals, blues etc...making outfit selection oh so easy! check out some other things i have my eye on in her store below

so thanks lauren for the lovely new addition!