La Mode Illustree, March 1914. Antique Fashion

Oh, my. Take a look at the stunning model on the gorgeous cover of the La Mode Illustree magazine. Love the legs crossed at the ankle and the plaid of the skirt matching the jacket.

La Mode Ilustree Journal de la Famille  Mars 1914

Vintage Hats- Front and Back

What unusual photos from the early 1900's. Same folks -- front and back! The unique hats on each end are like bookends! Oh, how I wish I had some of these hats to list for you in The Vintage Hat Shop!

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Vintage hat wearing on Ocean liner SS St. Paul 1900

Travel by Ocean Liner, 1900.

1931 Chevy and a brown cloche

I bought the January 24, 1931 issue of The Literary Digest specifically for the Chevy advertisements. Yes, my guy is a Chevy man. The photo of The Chevrolet Standard Sedan is such a classic!

But when I looked carefully I saw some advertisements that  match perfectly with some vintage hats currently listed in The Vintage Hat Shop.  

Look at the women getting out of the car. That brown cloche is perfect! It reminded me of the 30s cloche that I recently offered for sale in the shop.

The little guy running toward the car has such motion. And what about the man holding the suitcases-- wearing a striped vest! This simple picture tells a whole story.

I don't know if you can read the fine print that tells the prices of the cars--- Roadster $475; Sport Roadster (with rumble seat) $495;  Phaeton $510;  Coach, $545; Sport Coupe (with rumble seat) $575; Coach, $545; Standard Five-Window Coupe, $545.

Vintage 1920s cloche hat

Cloche: close fitting hat, bell shape, popular in the 1920s


Let's take a look at some of the cloches that were in style in the 20s. You're going to love them!
(I am just learning how to import photos. It is a practice in patience. Please bear with me!)

Fancy Smancy Vintage Hats

In honor of the Kentucky Derby I thought it might be a good idea to take a look at some fancy vintage hats.
Gosh, 100 years later, these ladies still could have been in style!
 

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OK, not everyone wearing a hat is happy.

Since I have become a hat seller, I have been conscious of types of hats from all eras. When I go to antique shows or flea markets I seek out hats of course but also hat related items. Any time I find a box of old photos I must look through to find folks wearing hats.

I recently came upon this photo. But look at the expressions on those faces!! I don't think even a hat could lift those spirits. From the writing on the back I believe this is a German photo. And I am guessing from the late 1800's.
I wish they were happier.