christmas couture
wow how did it get to be midnight already? hi all! it’s been a long full day and i’m about to shut it down but wanted to post a couple illustrations i came across just now that i thought you’d enjoy.
i’m a sucker for vintage everything so when i fell over these old ads and illustrations at hprint, i got a little lost. (ok, a lot). take a look at one of the links if you dare (read: have an extra millisecond)
the good news is you can actually buy them so if you do fall in love you can put it on your wish list.
of course this is the tip of the very tall iceberg
the holidays were so glam
(if not a little insipid)
but for the most part, they were exquisitely represented, the sentiment, the sweetness
hprints.com/print.php?id=10524&u=21,35
aside from the fashion, there’s also a ton of clever covers, perfume and jewelry ads from old french mags like la parisienne and le sourire.
hprints.com/print.php?id=7083&u=22,26
Hérouard 1921 Les Etrennes Inutiles
above images all from hprints.com
ok well there’s no one in the world who could go thru it all so enjoy your little nook in the site. but don’t say i didn’t warn you! good nuit!
Cindy at Rosehaven Cottage replied:
Oooo la la! Such beautiful renderings. What a treasure-trove you’ve found. My kind of place to get lost in.
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December 15, 2010 at 6:14 am. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
hope you find a minute or two to do just that, it’s heaven!
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December 15, 2010 at 7:34 pm. Permalink.
Splendid Sass replied:
Oh so many things to look at. Much eye candy here. You have been a busy bee this week, and now you get to go to the big city!
have a wonderful visit.
Teresa
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December 15, 2010 at 6:44 am. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
so glad you enjoyed it, teresa! i’m off to the airport, more from the other side!
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December 15, 2010 at 7:36 pm. Permalink.
Kristin replied:
Wow…they are gorgeous. I love the rood picture! LOVE it! Have a beautiful day!
xo
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December 15, 2010 at 8:28 am. Permalink.
sundaygirl24 replied:
Divine illustrations Claudia. It’s hard to remember Christmas can be elegant when you have a little one trying to pull the Christmas tree down!
Sadie xxx
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December 15, 2010 at 9:50 am. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
lol i bet you’re the quintessential elegant mommy!
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December 15, 2010 at 7:37 pm. Permalink.
Acquired Objects replied:
Fun pictures but my holiday, Christmas morning, outfit is my pajamas!
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December 15, 2010 at 11:35 am. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
me too, for as many hours as possible :)
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December 15, 2010 at 7:38 pm. Permalink.
Style Maniac replied:
that first card with the red dress–fabulous, fabulous, fabulous! off to check out hprint–hope I don’t get lost for hours! (or maybe I hope I do??)
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December 15, 2010 at 2:07 pm. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
i hope you do! it’s an infinite collection, i’d be interested in seeing what you find.
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December 15, 2010 at 7:39 pm. Permalink.
Beadboard UpCountry replied:
I love these.!!! They would make great xmas cards. You get the greatest paper stuff!!!!!!!!!Maryanne xo
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December 15, 2010 at 3:40 pm. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
i do adore paper. these as cards is a brilliant idea!
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December 15, 2010 at 7:39 pm. Permalink.
Mary replied:
Hi Claudia, Happy Christmas, thank you for all the 2010 beauty. I made one of these my screensaver. Do you recall anyone posting nyc window displays this year? I won’t get to the city this season and they’re always so fun to see xo
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December 16, 2010 at 1:50 pm. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
really? which one! i checked out bergdorf goodman for you today and will post the pics, but also found some on habitually chic.
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December 17, 2010 at 12:20 am. Permalink.
carla replied:
HI Claudia, What a wonderful collection of vintage images. so elegant… Carla
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December 16, 2010 at 6:14 pm. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
merci cherie!! comme toi!
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December 18, 2010 at 2:19 am. Permalink.
Bonjour Romance replied:
Bonjour Claudia,
I love every one of these, vintage is the best isn’t it. The little lady looking in at all the fin on the rootop is a bit sad though…I hear you had some cold temps in Florida, we’re expecting more snow tomorrow in Paris.
WIshing you and your family a Merry Christmas and the most lovely New Year yet!
Mimi
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December 17, 2010 at 12:10 am. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
OH WOW!i thought that was SANTA!!! my bad!!!
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December 17, 2010 at 12:18 am. Permalink.
kate replied:
I LOVE coming here. Always just what I need at the time!
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December 17, 2010 at 2:45 am. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
oh that felt good! thanks for saying hi!!
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December 18, 2010 at 2:20 am. Permalink.
Kerry replied:
The first few dresses make me swoon and wish I had a reason to dress up. Love the insipid!!! ;)
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December 17, 2010 at 9:36 pm. Permalink.
theparisapartment replied:
me too ;p
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December 18, 2010 at 2:19 am. Permalink.
ateliercheri replied:
Love, love, love these! A mention at my place, Atelier Chéri: http://bit.ly/hvtCbt
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December 18, 2010 at 4:43 am. Permalink.
Judith replied:
Oh.My.Goodness! Claudia, these images are heavenly! The perfect elegant Christmas accessory! I’m off to see the link.
Have a great stay in the city!
xoxo
Judith~
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December 19, 2010 at 8:20 am. Permalink.
margaret owen replied:
Oh, these are wonderful! Thanks for sharing:)
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December 20, 2010 at 1:04 am. Permalink.
Elaine Biss replied:
Oh this is so my style!!!
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December 31, 2010 at 9:38 pm. Permalink.
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