TAGStyle! Inside Tanya’s Closet… VINTAGE CHIC!
This is the blog that almost wasn’t! Between work, family and a very magical Harry Potter birthday party, I almost bailed on this one.. but in true TAGS style we managed to pull it together in the end!
Last time we delved into Sandy’s closet, looking at how to do retro right! Now we’re moving on to vintage, whether it be true vintage or inspired.. Tanya does it fantastically. I’m always waiting for her to consign her pieces so I can snatch them up.. she’s one of those ladies you want to copy. Vintage is a hard look to pull off without the right eye.. just going into a thrift or second hand shop doesn’t mean you have vintage chic… you could just end up looking a little hodgepodge. But with a little knowledge, YOU can be a vintage chic diva too!
When I think of vintage, I instantly think of Jackie O, Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn and other ladies with impeccable style and grace. Attaining vintage style is all about being feminine and still strong.. unique pieces with texture and soft colors. These clothes not only look great, but feel wonderful too!
Tanya’s closet is just as put together as her clothes..
A well organized closet is the first step in looking great.. because we all know if it is easy, we will do it more often! I love the bright green pitcher.. just there to be cheerful and say “Good morning.” Tanya has bags for different occasions.. the beach, with all the necessities ready to go quick… swimwear, sunscreen, towels and a good book.. great idea!
Here is one of Tanya’s favorite tops.. it’s a gorgeous charcoal gray.. a color that looks great on most skin types by the way. A modern flowy cut, with victorian sleeves it has a lovely defined waist. Beautiful on it’s own, but of course we’ll accessorize it!
We’ve added a beautiful vintage enamel necklace and black zip up cummerbund and black rose petal handbag.. still simple but very chic.
Next up is a top I love on Tanya.. a vintage inspired knit tank, notice the main point with ‘vintage’ is the details. Most vintage pieces have lace, or buttons with tons of simple delicate details. This top with its lace rusching is so flattering and feminine.
When layering a piece like this.. keep it delicate also.. something too structured would take away the feminine appeal. We’ve added a soft collared shirt, that also has some ruffled details. A gorgeous belt to define the waist, very important! And a huge vintage beaded necklace. With all the detail, keep your accessories a simple color.
I love this next one.. a quirky vintage blouse.. I wanted to put this one in my bag…
Nothing says style like a great hat.. this one looks like it is vintage Russian! It adds another texture to this outfit.. soft silky blouse, textured knit sweater vest and a huge cameo style pendant.. the contrast between the lighter yellows and browns with the black pendant draws your eyes to the center. Especially good if you are pear shaped.. I like to have the attention upwards.. you could wear a simple dark pant or jean with this.. if you have an all over petite frame, you could go one step further and wear a chic textured brown pant.
Vintage Style is all in the details! Ruffles, vintage inspired pendants, buttons, soft materials and lace. If done right, you can channel your inner Audrey Hepburn or Sophia Loren.. feminine and lovely. If you need more style advice.. stop by TAGS.. we’d LOVE to help you find your style!
Next week: Alicia’s closet… Pop culture fun! She’s our resident Hello Kitty girl.. stay tuned to see what she’s got to share!
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