Fashion 2017, much of it immediately available now during Fall 2016, highlights the new fashion world order.  Designers have opted for showroom presentations, a la Diane von Furstenberg’s staged “performance art” vignettes at her personal space, or a full out entertainment experience, a la Tommy Hilfinger, who created an entire carnival.  Locations for those that chose more traditional runway shows offered a new vantage point, as seen at the Tom Ford show held at the closed Four Seasons restaurant, or Oscar de la Renta, Tory Burch and Carolina Herrera, all of whom held shows in museums.  As e-commerce continues to overtake retail, with social media replacing old guard forms of marketing, designers are aiming to take back their own marketing and create new selling platforms.  

Amidst the dramatic changes in the way in which the business of fashion operates, the substance of that very fashion has likewise departed from fashion’s prior vantage point. Despite the backdrop of athleisure wear still holding force in the shows of Yeezy and Fenty X Puma by Rihanna, those presentations integrated luxe fabrics and details previously not seen in athletic and athleisure apparel. Designers from both sides of the pond barely gave a nod to athleisure by favoring opulent fabrics and finishes.  Victoria Beckham showed sensual candy colored velvets, cut in languid silhouettes – a clear evolution from her previous finely tailored woolens and knits.  Monse’s candy pink velvet gown captured a similar vibe.  Marc Jacob’s show incorporated lame, metallic leather, velvet and luxe embellishment.  Valentino’s embroidery and embellishment brought back the glam.  Even more accessible brands, including Michael Kors and J. Crew, featured striking brocades.  

Shown below are vintage items offered by OgoVintage, including brocades, lames, velvets, metallics and more.  This is just a small sampling – please visit the etsy shop for a much larger selection, or inquire about something that speaks to you in this post.  Put away your sneakers and athleisure separates for an evening on the town and opt for a return to glamour.  Turn lots of heads and count the compliments when you do.  

 

With summer about to begin in many parts of the world, you have a chance to show your style while you enjoy the great outdoors.  Here in the Palm Beaches, it is summer virtually all year.  OgoVintage knows how to stay comfortable and fashionable while dressing for summer weather and events.  Grab your chance to wear a caftan and slides, at the beach, poolside, or entertaining friends.  Wear a lightweight frock and sandals when the temperature dials upward – nothing is cooler and more comfortable than a light and floaty dress.  

Most of the dresses and skirts shown are available at the OgoVintage etsy shop.  The James Lakeland crinkle silk floral dress is a contemporary piece, and is available at the OgoVintageShop on ebay.  Please click through the ebay link to the right if you would like to purchase it.  

Add a floaty hippie festival skirt to your wardrobe, to wear in the city or the country.  The festival skirt selection shown below is available now at the OgoVintage etsy shop, and both skirts are reversible.  

Take some time to smell the roses this summer, get out and about, attend festivals, fairs and artistic events, and spend time enjoying it all with friends and family.  Just don’t forego being stylish while doing so.

Now that spring has sprung, you are ready to shed your heavy winter outerwear and show the world you still have style.  With the onslaught of casual apparel de rigeur everywhere, from workplace to theatre outings, how do you jazz up your go everywhere casuals?  Just toss a unique and eye catching lightweight jacket or cardigan over your casual outfit and you are instantly dressed to impress.  The added bonus?  The items shown below will also keep you cozy when the temp drops.  Each one of these possibilities is available now at the OgoVintage etsy shop.  Each is one of a kind in OGO’s inventory, so capture yours while you can.

Vintage Missoni for Bonwit Teller 65% silk 30% wool cardigan

OgoVintage etsy shop Valentine’s Day Sale

Feb. 8 – Feb. 15, 2016

Ogo LOVES her stylish customers, and is celebrating that love with a 25% off storewide sale for the week of Valentine’s Day.  In this era of athleisure wear, a stylish girl is admired by all.  Go ahead… stand out in the crowd… make your mark as a woman of style.  Fashions change, trends fade quickly, but true style stays with you forever.  

Here is a selection of Valentine’s Day frocks for day and night.  Most are available at the OgoVintage etsy shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/OGOvintage.  A few are not yet listed, so if you fall in love with one, please contact OGO to locate the object of your dress lust.  

Of course, you could jazz up some flared jeans with a jeweled sweater or lacy blouse.  You could wear your comfy Theory basic with red shoes.  OR you could ratchet it up a few notches by wearing something memorable and unique.  However you choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day (or not), OGO wishes you a year filled with love and friendship.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A caftan is a glamorous maxi dress, a de rigueur part of a fashionable wardrobe here in the Palm Beaches.  You don’t need to live in Palm Beach or Beverly Hills to add some special caftans to your wardrobe.  Rachel Zoe has famously made the look attainable for glam girls everywhere.  Whether you plan to wear yours at home, entertaining a few friends or a very special someone, or to bring to your tropical vacation next winter for poolside lounging, the caftan will add comfort and glamour to your resort wardrobe.  Channel Elizabeth Taylor in Puerto Vallarta with an authentic 1960s caftan – or just turn heads at this year’s Hampton’s farewell to summer bash.  Rest assured that noone else will be wearing the same caftan or resort ensemble by choosing an authentic vintage version.

The selection shown below is available at the OgoVintage etsy shop.

 

What a long, cold winter it has been!  Winter came early, hit hard and stayed far too long.  That chic puffer coat you lusted for and the designer cashmere or alpaca that you splurged on have gone from treasured new favorites to reviled necessities.  Finally… it is time to shed those many layers and lighten up.  Nothing says spring like a light or brightly colored new dress.  Whether your inclination is to reach for pastels or primary brights, your mood and look will benefit instantly.

Some vintage styles are classics that work for many body types.  The 1960s A-line silhouette is timeless and ageless, when executed in a quality textile with fine tailoring.  Whether you opt for a modern rendition, or choose a high quality vintage piece, these dresses are wonderful additions to your permanent wardrobe.  The 1950s shirtwaist style is a favorite of trendy Gen-Xers, who style the dresses with imagination and flair.

Some of the dresses shown below are for sale at the OgoVintage etsy shop or OgoVintage ebay store.  Some have been sold and some have not yet been listed.  If one in particular speaks to you, please email OGO for assistance.

So… welcome spring, buy some fresh cut flowers, plant some kitchen herbs, meet a friend for an al fresco dinner or drinks, take the dog on a long stroll, pack up your winter wardrobe for another year and treat yourself to a pretty springtime frock!

 

Just because the temperature is dropping and the snow is falling, is no reason to let your style diminish. The array of sweater choices is endless – choose a bright color, or a luxe fiber, or a fanciful pattern, or embellishment with bling. Staying warm doesn’t have to be boring.

Keep a selection of cardigans in your wardrobe, to add a layer of warmth with a layer of style. Those same cardigans will double as outerwear for tropical vacations, whether this means beachfront evening breezes or windy nights on a cruise ship, and to ward off summer time air conditioning chills. The right cardigan can pull together an entire outfit – so go ahead and acquire some with prints, fabric panels, embroidery and applique.

Don’t forget the newest selection of wafer thin, thermal shirts, now available high-end, low-end and at every venue in between, to wear beneath your layered sweaters for guaranteed cozy warmth on the frostiest of days and nights.

The sweaters shown in these photos are, or soon shall be, for sale on the OgoVintage etsy shop. Please contact OGO to claim your stake for those not yet listed. Each is one of a kind at OgoVintage, and when it’s gone, it’s gone…

Christmas parties! Mistletoe! New Year’s Eve Champagne! Add some fancy party frocks to your wardrobe to make the most of the holiday season. The retail shops are filled with glittery, glistening glam wear – but who wants to run the risk of seeing your party look all over the party??? Problem solved! Fill your holiday wardrobe with designer vintage dresses from OgoVintage, to wear this season and for many more seasons to come, with not the least little fear that you will see YOUR frock on someone else at the same event. Ready, set, shop…

The holidays are arriving and OgoVintage is sharing in the fun. To celebrate the onset of Thanksgiving festivities, the OgoVintage etsy shop is having a Gobble Glam 20% off sale at the Ogovintage etsy shop, today, Nov. 7, 2014, through Nov. 10, 2014. Recent Fall listings include

As the temperature starts to drop, you’ll be searching for that special coat or jacket. The myriad of options is endless. Ensure you won’t be passing your “new favorite coat” on other women passing by on the street by choosing a unique vintage coat. The vintage coats and jackets offered by Ogothemagnificent are in ready to wear and adore condition. Which one speaks to you?  Most shall be listed for sale in the OgoVintage etsy shop – email OGO to stake your claim before its gone!