Once in awhile a design talent stands out from the rest, and continues to garner recognition, despite the too-early demise of the esteemed designer.  Such is the case with the British textile and knitwear designer, Kay Cosserat, who tragically passed away at an early age, leaving far too few examples of her striking knitwear designs.  The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has several items of Kay Cosserat knitwear in their permanent costume collection.  Kay Cosserat was a member of the British Royal Designers of Industry.  OgoVintage is fortunate to have a 3 piece Kay Cosserat ensemble, with a full skirt, sweater top, and thick, double layer sweater coat, available on the OgoVintage etsy shop.  Link to the OgoVintage etsy shop listing:

Just because  you live in a climate where winter requires you bundle up, doesn’t mean you have to forego style to stay warm.  A jolt of neon orange is a sure eye opener, especially when it is trimmed in a spotted fur (cheetah? leopard? geoffrey fur? Jaguar?).

Orange wool with spotted fur collar & cuffs ETSY OgoVintage listing

A true luxury fiber is your own little secret.  The concept of adding a fur fiber to a woven textile was popular during the mid 20th century.  Perhaps these luxe fabrics are too costly for today’s market.  Here are several options to choose from, each is in exceptional vintage condition and available at OgoVintage ETSY shop.  The photos are linked to the etsy listings for your convenience.

Seal Fur (10%) and Wool (90%) 1940s coat

Rare 80% cashmere 20% mink fur fiber vintage 50s coat

Heart apparel for Valentine’s Day is too silly for the sophisticated stylish gal… except when it is fine European cocktail or unique couture.  Currently available for purchase at the OgoVintage store on ebay, here are two remarkable heart dresses to consider.

Sonia Trussardi Sepe bias cut heart dress will fit a range of small to medium sizes.

C. Randall Brooks vintage tulle confection, in pristine condition.  Embroidered hearts adorn the tulle, which is edged in ribbon.

Each day is Valentine’s Day.  Stay, little Valentine, stay…

These roses won’t wilt.  Ungaro Parallele silk satin vintage Jabot blouse, linked to the etsy listing.

Ungaro rosebud blouse on ETSY shop

Minx Modes 50s Etsy Listing

Mam’selle by Betty Carol Etsy listing

There is a reason why many women choose wedding gowns made of lace.  The glorious Duchess of Cambridge had her friend Sarah Burton, for Alexander McQueen, create a wedding gown covered in lace, perhaps inspired by the lace wedding gown worn by Grace Kelly.  Lace adds instant femininity, on the romantic side in white or pale colors, and on the seductive side when done in black or a jewel tone.  Here are a few OgoVintage lace treasures, with the caption linked to the Etsy shop and the ebay store items available at the OgoVintage ebay store.

Pat Crowley, Dublin, Ireland, Gold Lace Overlay with apricot liner available at OgoVintage ebay store.

Vintage Black Lace Flamenco styled gown available at OgoVintage ebay store.

Arango Red Lace vintage 80s salsa dress sold.

Vintage 1980s Tango Dress         Dorothea Skirt                    Tiered Ruffle Blouse

1940s Plum Lace Dress

Vicky Tiel Couture Jacket with Black lace back panel

Harsh winter weather is no time to let down your style standards!  Winter weight coats don’t have to be drab.  Here is a sampling of OgoVintage coats that will have you welcoming the cold.

Yarrowvale Vintage Coat, made in Scotland for John Barr, 5th Ave., NY

Coral Vintage Brushed Wool Clutch Coat & Lilli Ann Vintage Cocoon Coat

Palm Beach Socialite’s tweed 60s coat & Valentino Vintage Princess Coat

What the mid-20th century woman lacked in clear opportunities, she gained with the subtle influence of her presence and precision.  That critical first impression was even more important then.  An elegant, exquisitely tailored jacket that suggested seductive curves gave her the maximum impact.  The modern stylish gal has come a very long way since those restrictive times.  Nonetheless, a girl can only benefit by adding a pristine vintage jacket to her business wardrobe.  These jackets are best paired with a classic sheath or pencil skirt.   Each jacket is linked to the listing in the Etsy shop.

“The Blum Store” Philadelphia navy blue wool jacket, circa 1945

An original from Lilli Ann of san francisco jacket, circa 1950

Dan Millstein black wool accented by satin ribbon and bows, circa 1955

Now that the holidays are over, lots of stylish gals are settling into a cold winter season. This is no time to let down your style standards.  Reach for a cozy and chic sweater to layer over, under and in between.  Count on OgoVintage for unique, yet practical, wintry favorites.  Recently listed to the new OgoVintage etsy shop, with each title linked to the listing for your convenience.

Koos van den Akker is known for his wearable art, collage designs.  This chic sweater has a typical Koos van den Akker pattern, incorporating leather, cotton, silk and wool textile with a variety of prints.

Koos van den Akker vintage collage sweater

This fun vintage 80s tunic sweater layers easily over leggings and boots.  For the stylish gal who can’t make her mind up about which European designer created/creates the best collections, now she can tout them all.

Vintage 80s Wool Tunic with embroidered designer names

The IKAT’s popularity can be traced to the hand dyed and hand woven nature of these designs, consistent with the popularity of wearable art.  This authentic IKAT sweater tunic has a classic 80s slouchy shape, and an ombre effect in shades of black and white, and gray.

Vintage IKAT hand woven and hand dyed slouchy tunic

A little old fashioned romance goes a long way in this modern, technological world.  Nothing beats the charm of ecru lace, so easy to pair with a long black velvet skirt, or your favorite jeans.  Every stylish gal ought to have at least a few lace blouses in her permanent wardrobe to spice up those tailored pantsuits and classic separates, and let him know that you’re really not ALL business.  Which of these OgoVintage lace blouses do you prefer?

Vintage 70s bell sleeved lace blouse @OgoVintage

Pintuck Victorianesque vintage 70s lace blouse @OgoVintage

Satin and Lace Victorianesque vintage McClintock blouse at the ETSY shop

Lace collar and neckline yoke of vintage McClintock blouse

Go ahead.  Break a few hearts.  Leave a trail of suitors in your wake.  Slip into one of these sheer black vintage frocks and his heart will be yours for the taking.

Wear this black lace and sheer georgette blouse over a lavish black lace bra for ultimate impact! 

This sheer black vintage dress is handpainted.

Sheer Georgette tiered ruffles drape over your shoulder and form a lower sheer peplum

** Each photo is linked to the listing in the ETSY shop**