Walking the red carpet in May at Cannes, actress Tricia Braun currently promoting her latest film (and Cannes selection) “Big Muddy“  wore this lovely 1950s original to the screening and this 1960’s Cecil Chapman to an earlier event on the French Riviera.

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As the weather gets warmer, its tempting to dress lighter for early evening events and to finally exile the heavy coat you’ve been sporting all winter to the back of the closet.  However, sometimes the evening stretches to night and somehow the trip home is always freezing.  This 1960’s Antique Satin White Coat is the perfect solution.  Not only is it relatively lightweight, but it also the perfect weight of satin to keep off the evening chill late in the night.

It has a covered 5 button closure at the front that is fastened with fabric loops that are made with the same lovely satin as the coat.  What elevates this coat beyond just  a simple wrap is that its neutural shade is perfect with many colours so it has great versatility, but also it has fantastic lines in the back focusing in on two inverted pleats that add a bit of swing to the coat that gives the wearer freedom of movement.

This coat can be paired with the Antique White Satin tunic dress also currently in stock for a complete matching look.

Size: M/L

$165

Why does the perfect little black dress have to be black?  This vintage 1960’s satin dress in a beautiful antique white has a slight shimmer and creates a razor sharp silhouette for a variety of body shapes.  The antique white of the fabric is so neutral it goes with just about any occasion so it will give you a lot of wardrobe millage and unique looks by varying hairstyles and accessories.  Just like the traditional Little Black Dress, this one can go anywhere and make you look fantastic when you get there.

The simplicity of the design makes this dress timeless and very easy to wear.  The shoulders are cut a tad more on an angle than usual which gives it a very flattering broad neckline while being very flattering to women who may be a bit wary of wearing sleeveless.

This dress goes well with the 1950’s Antique White Coat also in stock right now to create a full suited look.

Bust: 36″

Waist: 36″

$145

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Together or separately, these are two smart-looking pieces.   Below, the crepe-like dress can be worn on its own as a great wardrobe basic.  The ticker sized spaghetti straps are comfortable and the high-waist is very flattering.  At the back, there is a slight dip making the dress a bit more sensual than the same-old basic dress.  It is also cut to hug curves and is great at accentuating various assets.

Very quickly, glamour can be added to this look by simply putting on the expertly crafted beaded top.  Shinny and sensual, it draws the eye with its mix of blues, violets, and silver.  The beading is very dense and of very high quality (the top has some physical weight to it)  and could be worn on its own.

Both pieces are lovely extremely well crafted.   Would be great for attending a formal dinner or fund raising event where the wearer would like some shine, without showing too much skin directly.

Bust: 34″

Hips: 38″

$425 (as presented)

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Modern and lacy, its hard to believe that this dress is over 50 years young.  This dress is uniquely constructed with a pleated chiffon detail at the front with a bow at the back.  The cap sleeves are set in a way that gives them a bit of stiffness and volume when worn taking full advantage of the versatility of the fabrics.

Bust: 26″

Waist: 29″

Hips: 38″

$325

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Congratulations to Hanna Edwards, winner of the 2011 Queen for a Day contest.  She wins the title as well as a bevy of prizes from West Queen West businesses including Cabaret Vintage!

We had so much fun with this promotion and met so many Moms and their proud kids and partners throughout May.  There were a great number of new faces who were just discovering the West Queen West area for the first time and some for the first time in a long while.

Dads, don’t feel left out.  Watch out for some great news of our upcoming Father’s Day promotion appearing in your email boxes soon.  Not on our list?  Join the Guest List today.

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When Sabrina first walked in the door we feel in love with her great look and her passionate personality.  When she tried on this 1940s straw hat we also knew it would be a perfect fit.

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This bright, hot pink theatre coat is a fantastic spring addition to a wardrobe for increasingly warmer evenings.  Beautifully fitted at the waist with lovely button details.  Sold separately from the dress below, but can be worn together.

Bust 38

$175

This 1960s hot pink gets further attention with the lovely dress below that is sold separately from the coat above but can be worn  together.  The square neckline is very flattering and it has a very tailored fit.

Bust 36

Waist 38

$125

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Its always a pleasure having Jill Barber in the store.  Its especially grand that she made the time for a visit during the launch of her new CD.  Check out this great clip from Etalk as Jill tries out a variety of vintage look a la some of history’s most talented songstresses.

We were honored to have Mezzo Soprano Maude Brunet visit the store to find the perfect dress for her upcoming appearance in in the title role of Wish Opera’s Rose Marie.   To find out more about the talented Maude or her upcoming apparences visit her site at www.maudebrunet.com.

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