Hello Fashion Diggers!

With the summer season now in full swing, here are some alternative suggestions to the current bridal industry offerings out there... you know you need "something old" to complete the traditional refrain!

Orlando Vintage has a glorious beaded gown for that Ginger Rogers wannabe out there - white and silver, oh so subtle - why not go for it? If beads are your thing, but the gown dripping in crystal is too much, grab this beaded clutch with an imbedded frame from Paris and you'll have a little something to stash all your things in.

Making a Comeback posted a sweet late 1950s-early 1960s satin gown that would satisfy any Audrey Hepburn fan.

Gloves, gloves, don't forget the gloves... cream, ivory, or white for the perfect demoiselle finish for the walk up the aisle.

Of course, Ellen Christine Eclectic has headpieces, old and new. Be sure to check out the vintage hand carved wax tiara.

Perfect for trimming your shoes - or a novel idea to trim a sash, or your bouquet - AnniePanties lists a superb Victorian set of abalone buckles - keep one for yourself and give one to your Maid of Honor as her share- the-day gift to remember you by.

- by Ellen Christine

Metro Retro:
Summer dresses full of vibrant colors have just arrived. An exotic tribal halter dress, 70s wrap dress with painterly geometric swirls, groovy bold flower power 60s sheath, classic shirtwaist with a soft floral print and two boudoir romantic slips full of feminine frills perfect as dresses for day have just been posted.



AnniePanties:
Just added two Emilio Pucci gowns from Formfit Rogers, sheer chiffon Harlow era dressing robe dripping in fine chantilly lace, mod palazzo pant with backless halter top, funky vested Gentress dress with a whimsical animal print, Bonwit Teller baby doll dress with bold juicy strawberries and a mini length Hawaiian dress - perfect for summer.



Mid Century Chic:
Just added outrageous swinging 60s oversized oval shaped frames with earring as pendants on a silver metal chain, chic French red, black & white oval lucite clip on pendant earrings, 60s cotton sateen overshirt in an exotic Indian style print, Emilio Pucci silk necktie in a unusual zig-zag pattern, and a chic little black cotton 50s sheath sundress with white pique bodice with floral appliqué decoration.