Style Scenario: Tiki Party

Hi! The Vintage Chanteuse here. Things are getting steamy here at 5th Street Vintage so this week are throwing ourselves a Tiki Party! Here is Yesterday's Lady's guide to the perfect Tiki Party Dress. All you need is a brightly colored flowered dress, some beach sandals and flower in your hair--and certainly don't forget your lei! It is so easy to achieve this look!

 

Now, for us at 5th Street Vintage we believe every dress has a story and here is the story of this gem from 1959!  Jeri from Geneva, Nebraska wore this 1959 Hawaiian Fishtail Muumuu to her wedding on a Hawaiian Beach.  She recalled dancing barefoot on the beach with her new husband with the ocean waves as their music. This dress is a classic. The royal blue and teal palm leave pattern is accented with ruffled sleeves and a fishtail train which is perfect for twirls!

These 1960's beach sandals, vintage plastic fruit necklace, and bamboo fan add that extra tropical flair to the outfit.

If a dress isn't your style, check-out this adorable 1940's cropped top and high-waist lounge pants in a Polynesian pattern. Just throw on some teak wood clog shoes and you will be the best dressed at the Tiki Lounge! Think Carmen Miranda!

In the mood for some hula dancing?! Try this 1960's grass skirt and bamboo hat on for size! All you need is a retro bikini and you are set for the beach!

Ready to set up your own Tiki Lounge? Here is some advice for creating your own Tiki space. Check out Our Tiki Lounge post!

Aloha!

The Vintage Chanteuse

Style Scenario: Film Noir Murder Mystery Party

This week's Style Scenario takes us to a Film Noir party! Here's your guide to both his and her outfits which are sure to crack the case without even smudging your lipstick.

For Her:

The perfect Femme Fatale should be outfitted in a beautiful gown. This 1930's bias-cut silk velvet gown is highlighted with beautiful rhinestone dress clips. Dresses like this were designed to show the sultry curves of a woman's body. Don't have a vintage 1930's gown? Go for a dark colored long gown and don't skimp on the costume jewelry. The more glitz the better!

Top off your outfit with gorgeous pearl or rhinestone earrings, vintage fur wrap, sparkly heels, and of course an embellished cigarette case!

For Him:

Think Dana Andrews in Laura! A doubled breasted pinstripe suit with a stetson hat tipped to the side brings out his inner detective! During this period, suit lapels became extra large as a way of making men's shoulders appear extra broad, so be certain to match the width of the tie appropriately!

Lastly, men used to accessorize almost as much as women! Accompany his ensemble with a pocket square, scarf, collar bar, and a smart dame!

Now as with any Film Noir party, be sure to accompany your outfit with a great cocktail, some red lipstick, and a great detective alias!

Salut!

The Vintage Chanteuse

Style Scenario: Vintage Road Trip

Hello Vintage-istas!  We are excited to bring you our first installment of Style Scenario, a weekly series of situation-specific tips for vintage dressing and accessorizing.  This week at The Vintage Chanteuse we are all about road trips.  Here are our road trip must-haves from ModCloth!

1) Chalk of the Town Dress in Plaid: For me, dresses are the most comfortable way to travel! I adore this red, white, and blue plaid 1960's inspired dress.

2) Beach Blanket Bingo Swimsuit: This Esther Williams vintage-inspired swimsuit has my heart!  After all, there is nothing like a midnight swim after a long day of driving! 

3) Through the Wire Headband: Ah, fresh air blowing in through the window can really do a number on your coif!  No worries, tie it back with this sweet red and white polka dot headband.

4) The Joys are Back Jeans in Capri: Are jeans more your style?  Try these 1940's inspired Capri jeans with a pair of charming saddle shoes.

5) Car Cruise Boogie Sunglasses: Sunnies are a must on a road trip and these delightful scarlet glasses will add that touch of retro style to any outfit!

6) Backyard Bliss Picnic Blanket: Nothing says Summer Road Trip like picnicking lakeside with classic red and white checked blanket. 

7) Woods of Wisdom Picnic Basket: Of course, you can't picnic without a picnic basket! This darling basket doubles as a cooler as well. Perfect for long car rides!

8) On-the-Go Game Pad: And lastly, don't leave your house with your go-to car games! These classic games are great for one or two people to play on the road.