The beauty of vintage...

The beauty of vintage is that it is has a history, but it can be worn in a new way, the star component of a very fashion forward style sense. Vintage dealers like me crave these timeless pieces of beauty and curate collections that span decades and merge trends.

The best of fashion, the most seductive materials, the exceptional details, the perfect dart and the most exquisite buttons, vintage is easy, sexy sophistication: the woman you can’t take your eyes off at a party whose amazing stories of her past match her fabulous charmeuse dress or killer crocodile heels. She's definitely the one you’ll remember the next morning when you’re recuperating from the bubbly.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

YSL Giveaway Winner announced TOMORROW!


Stay tuned to our blog, Tumblr, Twitter, and Facebook tomorrow to find out if you're the lucky winner of this Yves St. Laurent scarf!

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Original BOB MACKIE Theatrical Opera Costume





Our newest item on 1st Dibs is an original BOB MACKIE theatrical costume from the 1998 San Francisco Opera Production of "Lulu." Mackie was born on the west coast and spent his prolific career designing for some of America's most fabulous performers, including Cher, Judy Garland, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, and Tina Turner. He is also known for designing costumes for the late Whitney Houston. This particular dress explains why he is often called "The Sultan of Sequins" and the "Rajah of Rhinestones."



Plus, who can forget these Mackie designs from the Academy Awards!








Sunday, February 12, 2012

Valentine's Day at 1 of a Find


I know this is how Valentine's Day makes some of you feel, but please don't eat worms. Stop by 1 of a Find on Tuesday to pick up a special Valentine! I will be bumping "No Scrubs" all day, and I'll even let you have some chocolate from the large heart-shaped box I have purchased for myself every year since I was 13.

I would also recommend going to Baked in Brooklyn's Valentine's Date Night for free wine and 20% off Valentine's ceramics from 6-10pm! 

<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3
xox

Christina

Sunday, February 05, 2012

Add some color to your winter wardrobe



633 Vanderbilt Avenue
New York City, NY 11238, USA
Phone: 718-789-2008

E-Mail:
 


Pay us a visit on-line for more 1 of a Find pieces
www.1ofafindvintage.com


Our 1st dibs FEATURED ITEMS selection includes some wonderful colors, prints and shock value. www.1ofaFindNYC.com

 
uploading ADOLFO Multi-Colored Crochet Top/Vest
France


ADOLFO for TALLY-HO Multi-Colored Crochet Top/Vest

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $115

uploading 1960s Platform NORMAN KAPLAN color block strap heels
USA


1960s Satin Platform heels with a touch of pizzaz with stones on the platform.

~sz 9:

Interior Length: 10"

Heel Height: 3.5"

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $115

uploading 1970s LANVIN Bright Floral Patterned Blouse



1970s LANVIN Bright Floral Patterned Blouse

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $85

uploading 1950s HAR Costume Jewelry Necklace & Earrings set

1960s

For the collector or just the woman who loves interesting piece of beauty. This set is an original example of mixed media art. Shell, stone and rhinestones.

Sold separately or as a set.

Individual prices are:

Necklace - $155.00
Earrings - $55.00

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $205

uploading Bold BILL BLASS Color Block Full Maxi Skirt



Amazing & Bold BILL BLASS Color Block Full Maxi Skirt

Cobalt blue, forest green, deep purple


With union tags

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $680

uploading Stunning Pink Suede Jacket w/ Buckle Closure



Stunning Pink Suede Jacket w/ Bonnie Cashin-Style Buckle Closure

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $215

uploading Cobalt Knit Wool Letterman Sweater



Amazing Unisex knit wool LETTERMAN SWEATER with large "A" and star decals.

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $250

uploading JOY STEVENS Disco Maxi Dress
USA


JOY STEVENS Disco Maxi Dress

Amazing straps on back!

This Full Length Gown is an eye catching Red. The Fabric is a Medium Weight Jersey. The Tie Straps allow for some creativity on fit. Tie Loose for a Low cut Bodice or Tight for a More Covered Neckline.

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $168

uploading PATRICK KELLY Red & Black Drape Coat



Chic PATRICK KELLY Drape Coat from the 1980s

"Patrick Kelly (c. September 24, 1954 ��� January 1, 1990) was a Vicksburg, Mississippi, U.S. born. Kelly studied art at Jackson University and than attended Parsons Design NYC. While living in Atlanta Kelly sold recycled clothes and working with out pay at Yves Saint Laurent chairman Pierre Bergé, who later in 1988, sponsored Kelly. Paris-based women's wear designer and a founder of the fashion house Patrick Kelly Paris. Kelly achieved his greatest commercial success in the late 1980's and in 1988 Kelly became both the first American and the first person of color to be admitted as a member of the Chambre syndicale du prêt-à-porter des couturiers et des créateurs de mode.[1]"

And it has pockets!

- Wikipedia

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $850

uploading YVES ST LAURENT Bright Pink & Green Scarf



Vintage YVES ST LAURENT Bright Optical Pink & Green Scarf with floral details

Please call or email for measurements or inquiries!

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: contact dealer

uploading KANSAI YAMAMOTO Rare Silk Print Pants
Hong Kong


KANSAI YAMAMOTO Rare Silk Print Pants

(Sold separately from blazer but discount will be provided if purchased together)

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $220

uploading KANSAI YAMAMOTO Rare Print Soft Blazer
Hong Kong


KANSAI YAMAMOTO 1980s RARE print blazer from the 1980s

(Sold separately from pants but discount will be provided if purchased together)

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $185

uploading ALBERT Wool Houndstooth Coat



ALBERT orange & dark brown wool houndstooth coat. Tuxedo-style collar & large buttons. Comes with Belt but can be worn without, as pictured above. Extra button sewn to inside pocket.

Please inquire with any questions!

Measurements: contact dealer

Price: $115

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Measurements: contact dealer

Price: contact dealer

633 Vanderbilt Avenue
New York City, NY 11238, USA
Phone: 718-789-2008

E-Mail:

Friday, February 03, 2012

FEBRUARY GIVEAWAY!






Happy February, everyone! This month's giveaway is this striking YSL scarf! It's a great way to brighten up your wardrobe during these cloudy, mid-winter months.
Here's how it works -We pick one finalist from each 1 of a Find social network (Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Blogspot). The more you follow, the higher your chances of winning. One follower’s name is picked from each of the networks and goes in a bowl and the winner is chosen from there. Each of these finalists has a one in four chance of winning. Sooo close...

So how do you increase your odds you ask? Follow EACH our social networks! For example our Twitter currently has 106 followers, so you would have a 1 in 106 chance of being in the first drawing.

*Here's a little secret: not many people know about our Tumblr. It’s full of stories and photos from Honey’s travels scouting for vintage. As of now it doesn't have many followers, so follow to increase your chances of winning! Take a peek at each site, follow the ones you like, enjoy & know that at the end of each month you could be the lucky winner of some great vintage!

Here's how many followers we have so far!
Twitter: 106
Facebook: 379
Blog: 13
Tumblr: 10
...and counting!

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Winner of HERMES Scarf Giveaway is...

Our Twitter follower @KalliKalliKalli who was 1 out of 508 1 of a Find fans! Congrats!