I think anyone who’s interested in vintage hair has at some time come across the photo above, or at least one similar to it. This scary looking device is actually used for creating permed hair during the 1920s and 30s… Continue Reading
I cannot believe it’s been a whole year since I decided to start the Vintage Gal blog and, even more so, I cannot believe I have stuck with it. When I made the decision to write about my vintage life… Continue Reading
In a previous post I briefly mentioned that I bought this stunning Park Lane LSM compact from the fabulous Iconic shop in Edinburgh. It has quickly become one of my most prized vintage pieces and I really wanted to show you all… Continue Reading
At the end of last year one of my favourite vintage reproduction shops, Vivien of Holloway, featured a black 1950s style slash neck top on their website. For a week or two it wasn’t available to buy and I sat… Continue Reading
I’ve had a bit of a sort out over the weekend and as a result I’ve decided to sell a few of my unwanted vintage style dresses on eBay. They are either a size 10 or 12 and, if it… Continue Reading
Welcome to 2015 everyone! Yes, I know it’s a bit late but I have a good excuse – I don’t do New Year’s celebrations. Ever since having to fork out a fortune to enter my (normally free) local pub at… Continue Reading
Just before Christmas I treated myself to not one, but two vintage lingerie sets, both with leopard print detailing. Happy Christmas to me! For someone who hasn’t really been into the whole animal print thing before this was a rather… Continue Reading
It’s been a while since I did a Wednesday Wish List so I thought I’d do a special Christmas one seeing as though it’s Christmas Eve! I’ve put together a list of things I’m hoping Santa will bring me on… Continue Reading
At the beginning of December photos of Hollywood starlets and some of my favourite vintage icons start appearing in my timelines on Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram, posed in truly festive scenes. I love seeing these appear as it gives me… Continue Reading
On Friday my mum and I headed up to London for our annual Christmas shopping trip. Instead of the usual rushing around and trying to fit everything into one day, we decided to stay overnight to make sure we could… Continue Reading
