Back-in-Style.com on the cover of Supermodels Unlimited with Tila Tequila

Check out the 80's dresses from back-in-style.com that Tila Tequila wore on the July 08 cover of Supermodels Unlimited Magazine. All dresses are offered at back-in-style.com

Trend Report: Ankle Grazing Retro Floral Print Dresses

Trend Report: Ankle Grazing Retro Floral Print Dresses
From Vintage Shopping Guide
www.VintageShoppingGuide.com

The latest trend in Hollywood being spawned is ankle grazing retro floral print dresses. Doesn’t matter if you choose strapless, halter, or spaghetti strap styles, but empire waist is where it’s at! Let the long fabric drape down loosely all the way to your toes. You can thank stars like Gwen Stefani, Nicole Richie, Paris Hilton and Fergie for bringing this look to the forefront of style. We love this trend because you really can look effortlessly cool wearing your sparkly new sandals, sunglasses and hobo bag. Not to mention that the fit is very forgiving. So, if you haven’t quite kept up with your beach perfect body routine (or if you are unofficially prego!) you can still look like you did!
But wait! Haven’t we seen this look before? Why yes! The 60s and 70s flower children grew up and left us their most fabulous garb! Make it your own by accessorizing with modern pieces. Remember there is nothing worse than “looking” like replayed vintage. Vintage is meant to be re-done in a whole new way with your own personal style added. So run, don’t walk, to your nearest vintage store and beg them un-relentlessly for their stock of long flowy flower print dresses.

It's in the bag: Handbags for every look this summer

No matter what look you are going for this summer, Back-in-Style.com has lots of great affordable bags for you to chose from. Trendy patchwork snake skin clutches, classic lady like brown leather handbags, Retro print purses, logo mania in all shapes, sizes, colors, and styles, or preppy straw woven bags, useful totes, or luxury leather designer bags.
Coming soon: Bags from Bottega Veneta, Hermes, Louis vuitton, and more, so check back often!

Laundry Tip: How to wash sequined or embellished items

So we all love the sequin trend! Sequined mini dresses, embellished tops, beaded sweaters, but it can really be a budget buster if you have to spend $20 dry cleaning your item every time you wear it. Here is an easy trick that will allow you to wash your sequined, beaded and embellished items at home.

Find a cotton pillowcase that is neutral colored. ( You don't want the pillow case to run all over your fabulous item).
Turn your embellished garment inside out and place it inside the pillow case.
Tie a knot as close to the item as you can so that the garment isn't swishing around inside the pillow case. Now you are ready to throw it in the washing machine. Be sure it is on the gentle cycle.
Lay flat to dry.

The pillow case protects your items from getting snagged on other items in the wash, or the machine. Also, since the delicate item is balled up tightly in the pillow case, it prevents your garment from being stretched out, or jostled too much inside the washer, and keeps it from rubbing against itself. The cotton pillow case still allows water and soap to soak through it, so your item will come out in the same condition as it went in, except clean!

Back-in-Style.com featured on Zurbia.com

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FEATURING ZUBURBIA'S VINTAGE PICK OF THE DAY (VPOD)
PLUS INSIGHTS, TIPS & INFORMATION FOR TODAY'S CURRENT & FUTURE VINTAGE FASHIONISTAS.
Tuesday, February 27, 2008

VPOD: A Touch of Pucci
While I love Pucci prints, they can be difficult for me to wear because they tend to overpower my little frame. So imagine my delight to find this subdued version!

This 1960s blue-gray jersey dress has just the right amount of a fab Pucci print on the bodice panel and cuffs. And since Pucci dresses usually are all print, it just makes this dress that much more interesting.

And by the way, Sheffield MacIntyre, who's responsible for offering this beauty for sale, is organizing The Miami Vintage Clothing & Accessories Show & Sale on Saturday and Sunday, March 29th and 30th at the Woman's Club of Coconut Grove. The event will feature vintage clothing and accessories from the 1920s through the 1980s from a select group of unique sellers, chosen for the quality and authenticity of their merchandise. But smart vintage fashionistas will mark their calendars for the special Preview Party on Friday, March 28th from 7:00-9:00 pm, where attendees will receive first selection of merchandise, as well as entertainment and complimentary food and drink. For more information, click here.

What fun for a vintage fashionista!

Dress available at Back-In-Style.com.

Lace: It's black or white

Not too many things in life are black and white, but this spring, fashion is... black and white lace that is. A little bit naughty, and little bit nice, lace can be anything you want it to be.
Black lace is reminiscent of the bedroom and hints at negligee. It it a great happy hour piece as it transitions easily from day to night. During the day wear it under your suit, at night, just take your jacket off.
White lace is whimsical, and feminine, full of romance and fantasy. Make it modern by wearing it with a bright bold hue, possibly even neon.
No matter what color you choose, go easy on the accessories. Because the pattern in lace is so intricate, you don't need anything else. It will just create visual clutter.
Whether you are feeling naughty or nice, lace is a wardrobe must have this spring. It is that simple, it is black and white.

Miami Vintage Clothing Show 2008

Announcing the Spring 2008 Miami Vintage Clothing Show & Sale!
A unique show & sale of vintage, designer and collectible clothing, accessories & jewelry from 20 select dealers chosen for the authenticity and quality of their merchandise.

Saturday, March 29th, 2008 - Sunday, March 30th 2008 11am-6pm
General Admission: $5

Preview Party: Friday, March 28th, 2008 7-9pm to benefit the Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove
Drinks, Hors d’oeurs, Fashion Show, Music & Pre-show Shopping
Preview Party: $25

Location: The Woman's Club of Coconut Grove
2985 South Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL
on the corner of McFarland & South Bayshore Drive, between the Mutiny and the Coconut Grove Library

Check out our feature in Lucky Magazine's March Issue

Back-in-Style.com chosen for People's Choice Awards

Back-in-Style.com was the only clothing retailer selected to be in the People's Choice Awards program! Chosen for our well selected, hard to find, unique & stylish items. Way to go Back-in-Style.com!

Back-in-Style.com at Pucci 60th Anniversary Bash

Decked out in vintage Pucci the girls from Back-in-Style.com (me and my 13 niece/apprentice) were busy running around Art Basel last week style watching the interesting mix of people and attending fabulous parties and fashion shows. Of particular interest were the Pucci 60th Anniversary brunch, and the Matthew Williamson for Emilio Pucci Spring Fashion Show at Neiman Marcus, which gave us a preview of the new and different direction the brand will be moving towards. Read more about the brunch below.

Pucci Party on Pine Tree
From Social Miami Sun, 09 Dec 2007 Newsletter
Laudomia Pucci, daughter of legendary fashion designer Emilio Pucci, and Matthew Williamson, Pucci’s creative director, celebrated the 60th anniversary of Emilio Pucci during an exclusive brunch that featured a stunning installation by renowned visual artist Gerard Cholot, who was on hand as well.

The event was held on Pine Tree Drive at the opulent waterfront estate of Norma and Luis Quintero, whose private ballroom was transformed into a tribute to the late fashion designer. Cholot’s creative and interactive installation, which was a recreation of his May ’07 transformation of the Palazzo Pucci’s courtyard, overtook the space as guests mingled amongst the vibrant Pucci designs.

Vintage ties- not just for men anymore!

You probably think that a necktie is only for men, but think again. Tie silk so so brilliant and beautiful it makes a great accessory for a woman. Read on to find out how...
Belt- wrap it through the belt loops and tie it in a knot. Let the ends hang down off center front.
Scarf- tie it around you neck in a loose knot, and just let it hang. You can use any of the various tie knots, or just a regular square knot.
Hair accessory- There are so many options here. Use a tie as a head band. Tie it around your head with the knot hidden under your hear and secure with bobby pins so it won't slide back. Just let the ends hang down your back. If you are wearing your hair up in a pony tail or bun, wrap the tie around and around where the elastic is.
Handbag charm- A tie looks great tie around the handles of your large leather work tote. Tie it in a bow for a feminine touch to trendy men's wear accessories.

No matter how you choose to wear a tie, it is a great way to add some color to your work wardrobe and add a personal touch

Now that you are convinced that all of your friends (girls or guys) need a neck tie, go to www.back-in-style.com and start shopping now. With ties ranging from $10-$65 there is something for everyone's budget.

Five Fall Fashion Fads

Quilted bags- Insulating and warm, quilted items are always popular for fall as the weather gets cooler. Unfortunately, quilting also means taking the risk of looking larger and heavier than you really are. This is why a quilted handbag is so great. You can pull off the same autumn look, with out adding the bulk.
Another reason we like quilted bags? A quilted purse is also a classic. Made timeless by Chanel, but constantly being re-invented by cutting edge designers like Marc Jacobs. Because of this, a quilted bag will never be out of style.

Cardigan sweaters-whether they are embellished, as seen on the Balenciaga runway, or oversized, as seen on celebrities, a cardigan sweater is both functional and fashionable this fall. Choose from a variety of embellished and oversized cardigans at back-in-style.com. Add a patent leather belt and pencil skirt to an oversized cardigan for the office. Or wear it slouchy style with skinny jeans for the weekend. Embellished cardigans are a great way to stay warm during a cocktail or holiday party, but can also be worn during the day. Just be sure to tone down the rest of your outfit when wearing sequins during the day.

Sequined vests & tanks- great for layering. For day, wear over a serious oxford, or feminine silk blouse. You can even add a jacket to make it work appropriate. Make sure to anchor the look with flats or boots, minimal jewelry, and soft make up, so you don’t look like you never made it home last night. For an easy evening transition, remove the undershirt, add smoky eyes, and heels.

Pencil Skirts- with the 1940s silhouette being back in style, the pencil skirt and silk blouse are a great combination this fall. It is an outfit that works for all occasions. Wear under a blazer or long belted cardigan for work. Add a sequined vest for an evening out. Go monotone and add fabulous jewelry for a special occasion. Sexy but demure, it is a great way to show off your figure in the cooler months.

Gray… anything & everything gray. Drab seems to be the color palate for fall. Is it the 1940s influence, or perhaps a general reflection of the economy? Who knows. The good news is you can liven it up with bold patent leather accessories and statement jewelry. Wear one piece of gray or go head to toe with gray on gray, no matter what you choose, you will be in style. Different shades of gray all mixed together creates a very sophisticated look, while, one piece of gray over a bright backdrop (like a gray vest over a shift dress) helps to ground an otherwise whimsical look. Either way, adding a bit of gray is an easy and quick way to update your fall wardrobe.

Animal Prints: The Conservative way to Go Wild!

Fall is an easy time of year to wear animal prints since they are so similar to falls autumnal hues, and patterns.
An animal print blouse under a jacket is a quick way to add some excitement to your work wardrobe.
Escada animal print blouse $50
Flora Kung animal print wrap blouse $50
Roberto Cavalli sheer animal print blouse $250

For a night out, a sexy animal print dress will get your date roaring.
Hype animal print slip dress $45
DVF chiffon animal print dress $150
Intermix zebra print slip dress NWT $85

Love animal prints, but think they are a little too wild for you? Try wearing them as an accent piece in your shoes.
Jeffrey Campbell pink snakeskin & leopard slingbacks $30
Dolce & Gabbana leopard print wedge sandals $42.50
Thierry Raboutin leopard suede flats $125

How to wear your summer dresses into the Fall

You love your summer dresses and aren’t ready to put them away until next spring. Don’t worry. Here are a few easy ways to transition those dresses into autumnal attire.

Add a jacket
A blazer in earth tones like brown, olive green, & mustard yellow, will easily make your dress fall appropriate, (and it will keep the chill away as the days get cooler). If your dress is loose and flowing like a tunic dress or a smock dress, add a structured jacket like a menswear-y blazer with stretch fabric so you don’t loose your shape. If you dress is more fitted, try a boxy or a trapeze jacket.

Wear a long sleeve blouse underneath
There are so many options here depending on the dress. If you are wearing a more structured dress, a silk blouse with long full sleeves and a tie neck, or ruffle is a way to give it the feminine touch. A button down, or oxford style shirt will make it more serious and sophisticated. Sometimes a contrasting neckline can be very interesting. If your dress has a scoop, or square neckline, add a shirt that has a ballerina neckline. Make sure the sleeves of your blouse are longer than those of your dress. If your dress is tank style, you can wear any length sleeves you want. Mutton, or big puffy sleeves are a fun way to modernize a tank style dress. A cashmere sweater also works to make it more cold weather appropriate.

Swap your sandals for boots or booties
Boots instantly make a dress more rugged and thus, autumnal. Wear them with out tights until the weather gets cold, allowing some skin to show between the top of the boot and the hem of your dress. 80s style booties are also a trendy choice, but are a bit funkier and more challenging to wear. For a more classic look go for equestrian style boots. They work with just about anything.

Add tights or leggings
Start with semi-sheer tights and gradually shift to opaque as the season moves along and it gets chillier outside. Opaque tights will seem too wintery now, unless they have a cut out pattern and allow a bit of skin to peek through.
Leggings on the other hand, that stop at the ankle or above, and show some skin, should be opaque or else you will look like you are wearing dancers tights. The trick to leggings this time of year, it to be sure to wear them with shoes that allow the top of you feet to show. This keeps them a little lighter, and less serious.
Keep both tights and leggings dark or earth toned.
You can slowly incorporate each of these wardrobe transition as the weather gets colder, and eventually add them all at the same time.

Back-in-Style.com at the Emmy Awards

We made it to the red carpet again... This time, she was working it, literally!
Tamara Henry, news anchor for Beverly Hills TV, and host of "IN" with Tamara Henry wore a vintage Lillie Rubin dress from back-in-style.com as she interviewed the stars on the red carpet of the 2007 Emmy Awards. You can see her above with Ugly Betty's Vanessa Williams, and Entourage's Adrian Grenier.

Celebrities Wearing Vintage

Trend Alert: Red Dresses

As the Summer turns up the heat, celebrity dressing gets RED HOT!

No matter what the occasion, celebrities are sporting red dresses. Whether it is a formal affair, a cocktail party, or just kicking around town out to lunch with friends, red is always a good choice. Bright, cheery, it commands attention, but because it signifies so many different things, you will be able to wear it through out the year.

Owning a fabulous red dress is a wardrobe essential, and although it seems like a bright "notice me" color, it is surprisingly versatile. During summer, it is a light and fun color. You can make it nautical by adding navy and white. Or girly and whimsical by adding pink. Come fall, it can look autumn-y by adding browns, and other earth tones. Around the holidays, a red dress is perfect for all your Christmas parties. Then in February comes Valentine's day and Women's Heart Awareness month, both red dress occasions. (and if you are going to a Heart Health Ball a red dress is a must!). So if you thought you would only wear a red dress once, think again, and maybe you will realize you need one!

Nautical Chic- the hottest trend for summer!

Nothing says summer better than nautical attire. And a great thing about this trend is that there are so many ways to wear it. Than means, no matter what shape or size you are, there is some aspect of this trend that can work for you.

Rope accents- handbags with rope handles, pants with drawstring, rope like jewelry, and chain necklaces. And if it has a knot on the end, even better. Low budget option: make your own belt out of rope you bought from the hardware store. Cut it a bit longer than your size so you have enough room to tie a knot and have some hanging down. Then, lightly burn the ends to prevent fraying. Wear with anything that has belt loops, or to cinch a dress.

Navy & white- a classic summer staple. Stripes are the most signature, but feel free to wear the combo any way you like. It will always look sophisticated. If you are going for trendy, add some yellow. Try yellow accessories like a bangle or pumps. Or use a yellow undershirt to layer over. If you are wearing blue AND white, be sure to skip any red accents. You don’t want to look like the fourth of July.

Sailor button front- this style looks great with higher waisted pieces worn with a tucked in fitted shirt. Keep in mind this style does not work for pear shapes since it draws the eye to your hips.

Anchors- anything with an anchor, whether it is a large embroidered anchor, or an emblem on the buttons. Anchors are chic. If they make you feel too much like a midshipmen? Try them in non-nautical colors like pink, or green. Still summery and girly, but more unusual.

There are many option for going nautical chic this summer so be sure to pick the one that works best for your body type and your style. Remember, wearing something because it is flattering always looks better than something because it is trendy…

Designer Spotlight- Catherine Malandrino

Fiesty Malandrino was born in Grenoble, France, and got her start working in Paris for such talents as Emanuel Ungaro, Louis Feraud Haute Couture, and Et Vous.

She arrived in the U.S. with a bang in 1988, taking on the role as head designer of Diane von Furstenberg, before launching her eponymous label in 1998. Her rock-inspired looks procured a strong following of celebs and stylists who appreciate her sexy signature.

Never shy about the importance of seduction in her designs, she coos, "I want to design irresistible clothes that make a woman desirable, clothes that a man just wants to discreetly take off."

Malandrino designs both collections while her husband Bernard Aidan serves as CEO of the brand.

Taken from: http://nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows/designers/bios/catherinemalandrino/

Celebrities in Vintage- Who is wearing what?

Vintage is everywhere this spring. From high couture formal events, to casual daytime dressing, celebrities are sporting vintage on both ends of the spectrum.

Penelope Cruz in a dress from Lily et Cie, the ab vintage boutique in Beverly Hills
Amy Smart in a vintage Herve Leger at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
Jada Pinkett Smith in a vintage Helena Barbieri at the Reigh Over Me premier
Carolyn Murphy in a vintage lace dress at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
Chloy Sevigny in a vintage Thirrry Mugler from Back-in-style.com at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
Mandy Moore in a vintage Ossie Clark at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
Jada Pinkett Smith in a vintage Bob Mackie at the Oscars
Pink in a vintage Herve Leger at the Grammy's

Join the ranks of the celebrities and wear am amazing vintage gown to your next special event.

Yellow- this season's IN color

You have been seeing it everywhere.
A large yellow handbag is the purse to carry.
Yellow, navy and white is the it combination for spring.
Yellow dresses have been seen in just about every celebrity and almost every event.

Now it is your turn to sport the sunshine color. Bright and cheery, you can't help but be in a good mood when you are wearing it, so why not give it a try...

items photographed left include Juicy Couture, Thierry Mugler, Betsey Johnson, Ella Moss, Loris Azzaro, as well as some cute vintage pieces.