Ah, those were the days. The days when traveling meant laying out several outfits for the maid to press and pack, suitcases with stickers on them of all the chic places you "already went", and a fast drive by a chauffeured car to the Airport. You, in your hat and new gloves (they cost a mint, but they are totally worth it!) were ready for adventure. (visiting your older sister in the "Big City")
Just before the day of take off, you went downtown and tried on several pairs of great shoes, careful not to snag your new stockings. Finally, after much thought, you purchased two new pairs, one for day, and one for evening wear. These days, if you still love those vintage fashions, it can be hard to find just the right thing. But, you lucky girl, Michelle has a lovely Vintage Wardrobe boutique open all the time at The Red Velvet Shoe .
Inside, she offers exquisite hats, like the Orignial "ROBERTA BERNAYS" Cocktail Hat, to wear to the next party in your circle. (Better watch those martinis this time!) With its beautiful velvet cut leaves in Mocha, Taupes, Brown Sage and Salmon, you will look very Audrey Hepburn~ tres chic!
Or this Black Velvet one, a stunning Black Pill Box Style with ornate Jet Beading and Silk Thread Embroidery.
There are stunning dresses and suits, like this 1950's Blood Orange Wool Suit with the rare 3/4 length Cape. Underneath, a slim sheath.

There are purses, everything from "day time" to elegant evening bags. I was particularly drawn to this bag, A DeLill Evening Bag with a Floral Engraved Frame. Look at those colors, Chartreuse, Ruby and Bronze, with Metallic Threads.
Shoes? Okay, I know every girl has a weakness for shoes like this. Love these Oxfords!
And these. TOO cute! Mary Janes, but vintage and all grown up, from Paris no less! Made by the famed ROBERT CLERGERIE.

Or these darling Gilded ones, Leather, perfect with Jeans and a sweater for a date...um, to a movie, maybe?
Okay, so don't push and try to trample each other to get to those goodies first. Remember, it is a sign of good breeding to always remain lady-like, even when shopping a crowded store.
If that wasn't enough for today's excitement, Michelle, the lovely proprietress of the Red Velvet Shoe is having a blog GIVE AWAY! She has been blogging for one year this month, and she has put together a darling Prize Package for the winner of her give away. Below are some of the things one lucky winner can look forward to:



You can visit Michelle here Tales from a Vintage Wardrobe ...sign up for the give away, and shop for a few "little" things like hats, purses and all those other swell things we girls can't live without!*All Photos Copyright The Red Velvet Shoe*


















