GIORGIO ARMANI - Butterscotch Cream Stars

Giorgio Armani
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Italian - Circa.1980s.

We love Armani jackets for the fabulous fit as well as beautiful fabrics and feminine drape. If you haven't joined the cult of Armani, just wear one for a day and you will be first in line to join.
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Frockology Style Tip:

When wearing a jacket with a distinctly sharp cut always add something very feminine to the mix and by feminine we don't think it has to be frilly, although there is nothing wrong with that choice either. We just mean something with a softer side that has some body consciousness about it, like silk crepe or cashmere. We think you get the idea, because we know you like those feeling against your skin as much as we do.

GIORGIO ARMANI - Sensual Sexy & Sheer

Giorgio Armani
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Italian - Circa.1980s.

We love a blouse that is sensual as well as sexy and sheer, yet totally covered up. We got treasure but we aren't showing it to you. You better work!
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Frockology Care Tip:
Always keep you delicate clothing off the hanger and stored folded yet without being crushed in a drawer. The brushing up against heaver items that might also have sharp edges will always snag and pull causing threads to run. We can't have that now can we.

GIORGIO ARMANI - Westward Ho The Trousers

Giorgio Armani
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Italian - Circa.1980s.

Sometimes you just feel like wearing a whimsical trouser that drapes around the body. Oh, come on now admit it, nothing feels better then supple fabric caressing the body every time you move.
We know it , you know it, enough said!
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Frockology Care Tip:
With all of your dry clean only items we recommend keeping cleaning to a minimum as it will wear down the longevity of any garment. So get a good spot cleaner and a hand held steamer and if you tend to dew some light dress shields. when eating a large napkin is a girls best friend.

DON LOPER - Swing into Fall

Don Loper
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American - Circa.1950s.

We know you love finding vintage coats that look modern, and we happily offer this one as a prime example of the best of modern vintage. Swing into fall and on through winter looking elegant and on trend.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When working a vintage coat into your style always remember that keeping it modern is through the use of fashion forward accessories. This is not the time to show off that sweet 40s alligator handbag you just scored or those 60s Roger Vivier pumps, save those for when you are wearing a very current look and want to spice it up and not look like everyone else.

BILL BLASS - Park Avenue Bohemian

Bill Blass
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American - Circa.Late.1960s.

Sometimes a Park Avenue princess feels a bit Bohemian but does not want to loose the trust fund. So she turns to this exciting mix of Scheherazade meets uptown.....now all that is needed are a few oriental pillows to lounge on and a tale to tell.
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Frockology Care Tip:
When dealing with a heavily jeweled or beaded garment it is best to uses dress shields and spot clean, especially if you do not have a specialty dry cleaner in your area. The intense heat of the dryer and presses will discolor and melt your delicate embellishments, and why buy beads if you don't intend to shine.

CLAUDE MONTANA - Super Sexy Moto Jacket

Claude Montana
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French - Circa.Early.1980s.

Super sexy and hard edged was always a Montana trademark. His designs make us feel powerful and exciting, able to conquer the world, or at least get a table at that hot new bistro.
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Frockology Style Tip:

Always mix in a bit of softness when wearing a very hard edged style. It will earns you additional style points to have contrast as well as texture in your fashion blend.

GIORGIO ARMANI - The Shape That Changed Fashion

Giorgio Armani
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Italian - Circa.Late.1970s.

Armani is the man that took the stuffing out of tailoring, which made us all walk taller and look and feel sexier. Now that is what we call a great fashion moment. It drapes the body and gives it a totally different shape from any thing that has structure. Elegant sensual comfort is what Armani will always be about, try it we promise you will like.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing anything unstructured remember your posture, stand tall otherwise you will have a tendency to look heavy and that is not the ideal. When making a vintage garment modern, the best idea is to pair it with the ultra modern. The idea is to be unique not in costume.

DONNA KARAN - You say Tomato I say Tomato

Donna Karan
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American - Circa.Late.1980s.

We always have a soft spot for anything red and when you add Donna Karan to the mix usually our heart skips a beat. This makes us instantly want to grab a straw bag add a couple of Cacharel print cotton skirts and some raffia slides a bikini and some shades and head to St. Barts.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When working with a sarong skirt or scarf always experiment with different ways to wrap. Think past wrap to the side and tie, find unique and different techniques for more interesting shapes. It will give you a feeling of accomplishment, as well as inspire others in taking a different approach to their look, and we are all about sharing ideas on fashion.

ADELE SIMPSON - Falling for a Nubby Combo

Adele Simpson
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American - Circa.Late.1960s.

Sometimes the ease of a dress is the greatest of all pick me ups. It's just step, zip, go and sometimes that is all we have time for in the morning. Yet we still want to look fresh and polished and nothing does that as well or quickly as a dress and jacket combo. Style should always be this easy.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Always break up a set so that you will remember that each can work as a stand alone item in your look book, just remember to clean them together to avoid any fading issues that might arise.

ANNE KLEIN - Suede Me Up

Anne Klein
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American - Circa.Mid.1970s.

Is there anything more wonderful in the fall than a chic little suede jacket. Something that protects yet emphasises all your feminine charms. Toss it on and make it one of your signature pieces for the season.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Anytime you are working with a suede jacket you tend to quickly pair it with a pair of jeans and rightly so, but also think past the easy way and consider it with plaid trousers or paisley print wool challis skirts. It is a great investment piece and should be mixed and matched as often as possible. Depending on the way you pair it, you will have many different looks as well as a great pair of jeans.

NARS - Dangerous Beauty

NARS - Alhambra
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We love this time of year when our tan has just begun to slightly fade and we look toward the fall, the reason being it gives us a reason to shop. Time to embrace new make up, and we are seriously loving a pale face for early fall. Just a nude shadow at the eye lined with a smudge of dark gray liner, a soft whisper of blush on the cheek, and a pink beige lip wearing a bit of a pout. We call this dangerous beauty,because it has a way of sneaking up on you. Especially mixed with a lethal combination lingerie.

JO MALONE - Goddess of Fragrance

Jo Malone
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Sometimes the art of relaxation is not just about the down time but about taking that one perfect moment and letting your mind just free associate. What better place to do that then while luxuriating in a wonderful environment surrounded by the sent of Amber and Lavender, taking you on a wonderfully sensual adventure. It also doesn't hurt if you have that one special form waiting in the bedroom but then again that is a totally different concept of relaxation.

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CALVIN KLEIN - MODERN VINTAGE SPORTSWEAR

Calvin Klein
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American - Circa.Early.1990s.

A supple leather hipster jacket for
now as well as on into spring.
Who said leather should be either
black or brown.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Think of any pale color as a neutral
and pair it with all the colors of the
rainbow. Expand your mind and
it will always expand your wardrobe.

ETRO - MODERN VINTAGE SPORTSWEAR

Etro
Italian - Circa.Late.1990s
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Jacket/Blouse that is both comfortable
as well as sexy. Dress it up or down
it will always be get notice.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When working with a light weight
jacket let it do double the work
and incorporate it into your style
as a blouse. Tuck it, belt it or
wear it free.

KRIZIA - MODERN VINTAGE COUTURE

Krizia
Italian - Circa.Late.1990s
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Sensual sexy Italian knitwear
at its most beautiful.
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Frockology Care Tip:
Never hang your knitwear items
always store flat to avoid stretching
and mishapping. Nothing looks
more wore out then unblocked
knits.

DONNA KARAN - VINTAGE HANDBAG

Donna Karan
American - Circa.Mid.1980s
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Think about this:
If you work it right all you really
need is a cell phone, a lipstick
and a credit card. the rest is just
weighing you down.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Taking a small bag along will
make you look less like a pack mule
and much more like a swan.
Plus it helps make your man feel
more appreciated if his pockets
are full.

HALSTON - VINTAGE SPORTSWEAR

Halston
American - Circa.1970s
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Halston was the first to bring his
concept of minimalism to American
sportswear. His work is always
a basic idea enhanced by cut and shape.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Sometimes it creates a fresh take
on modern style to mix a very
aggressively feminine piece to
a minimal look.

RIFAT OZBEK - VINTAGE SPORTSWEAR

Rifat Ozbek
British - Circa.Mid.1980s
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Sometimes aggressive and bold
is the best way to go out.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing something bold
always make sure that your accessories
are not suggesting sweet and shy.
Bold attracts Bold.

DONALD BROOKS - VINTAGE SPORTSWEAR

Donald Brooks
American - Circa.Late.1970s
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This is a four season work horse.
Mix it up with different styles
and it will take on the flavor.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Always take any matching two
piece apart so that you will think
of it as sportswear and not as a
dress. The modernity is in the
mix not the match.

GIVENCHY - VINTAGE COUTURE

Givenchy
French - Circa.1982
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Shimmer with every step you take.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing a stand out gown
always take the non traditional
path when choosing accessories.
This keeps it fresh and modern.
It is elegant to wear vintage yet
not so elegant to be vintage.

MALCOLM STARR - VINTAGE COUTURE

Malcolm Starr

American - Circa.Mid.1960s.
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A fab example of why the 60s were
more then just psychedelics and sex.
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Frockology Fit Tip:
When wearing sequins and beads
always makes sure you have a bit
of room in the bodice and through
the hips. It will help reduce bead loss
and also make you more comfortable.

ARNOLD SCAASI - VINTAGE COUTURE

Arnold Scaasi
American - Circa.Mid.1980s.
(click photo for more details)

A rumba dress that is destine
to get you into trouble.
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Frockology Fit Tip:
When wearing a strapless dress it is
always a good idea to make sure that
the best fit is in the bust line.
Nothing will ruin your look as well
as your evening faster then spending it
always pulling the bust up.
If you can not sit, bend and walk with
out it slipping down, no matter how
much you love it......walk away
....Please!

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It will include notification of private
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as well as buyer incentives.
Don't miss out come and join today.

FROCKOLOGY RECYCLES

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Frockology Style Tip:
It is always more stylish to give then receive,
so pick a favorite organization and donate
today. Someone will be glad you did.

GERDA MONIES - VINTAGE JEWELRY

Gerda Monies
Danish - Circa.Late.1980s
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Bamboo can be beautiful when sculpted
into a graphic expression called a
bangle.
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Frockology Style Tip:
In the evening when every other
woman is sporting glitter accessories
you need only wear natural elements
in a matte finish to stand out in the
crowd.

GERDA MONIES - VINTAGE JEWELRY

Gerda Monies
Danish - Circa.Late.1980s
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A beautiful bold necklace using
natural elements to create
an exciting piece of jewelry.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Wearing bold jewelry does
not mean that you have to be
small and simple in the rest of your look.
Always keep symmetry and balance
in mind when putting a look together.
If all the bold is in the jewelry you
can easily look top heavy.
TIMBER!

GERDA MONIES - VINTAGE JEWELRY

Bangle

Cuff

Gerda Monies
Danish - Circa.Late.1980s
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Wooden jewelry taps into our natural
love of history as well as nature.
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Frockology Care Tip:
When wearing wood jewelry be extra
careful of knocking it into hard surfaces
as it can dent the surface and over time
begin to dry out and splinter. If you get a
dent take a bit of clear shoe polish and
lightly buff the area of the dent.
Take care of your wood and it will
give you a lifetime of style.

ALEXIS KIRK - VINTAGE JEWELRY

Alexis Kirk
American - Circa.Late.1970s
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The perfect bracelet for the princess
in you. Wear it solo or mix it with friends.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Remember what Coco said:
" Wear your real gems as if they were
fake and your fake gems as if they were
real and always mix them together. "

ROMEO GIGLI - Vintage Couture

Romeo Gigli
Italian - Circa.Early.1980s
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A white shirt doesn't always need
to be basic.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing a white shirt it is
best to treat it as a neutral and build
your color and texture around it.
Always remember that the bolder the
color the more it will become the
focal point.

EMANUEL UNGARO - VINTAGE COUTURE

Emanuel Ungaro
French - Circa.Early.1980s
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The interest is in the bold weave
and the strong defined shoulder.
Dress it up or down it will work
easily either way.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When working with a bold pattern
never be afraid to mix either matching
or contrasting smaller patterns. It will
add a bit of spice to your look.

HALSTON - VINTAGE COUTURE

Halston
American - Circa.Late.1970s
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One of the most versatile pieces
in a woman's closet of style.
A trench is a go anytime,
anywhere always looking on trend.
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Frockology Care Tip:
Ultrasuede is a very durable fabric.
However, the concept of it being able
to be washed is to risk it becoming
misshapen. We recommend spot
cleaning and brushing with a
soft suede brush to extend the
luster and wear.

RAFAEL SANCHEZ - VINTAGE ACCESSORIES

Rafael Sanchez
American- Circa.Late.1970s
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An interesting showpiece also know
as a belt. You have to love a good
statement accessory. Just don't add
brass polish the look you want is
slightly weathered not freshly struck.
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Frockology Care Tip:
When wearing a belt or necklace that
has parts that are strung together and
not individually knotted, you will not
want to wear them tightly. Nothing
like loosing your style mojo picking up
bits and pieces....unless of course your
at Cartier.

ANNE KLEIN - VINTAGE COUTURE

Anne Klein
American - Circa.Late.1970s
(click photo for more details)

Wrap it or belt it or let it flow free
this a great look for early fall days
or nights.
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Frockology Style Tip:
If you are wearing a darker solid
color always treat it as neutral and
let your accessories make a bold
color statements.

BEN AMUN - Modern Vintage Jewelry

Ben-Amun
Egyptian - Circa.Early.1990s
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A beautiful piece of jewelry that can
go day to evening enhancing anything
you choose to wear.
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Frockology Care Tip:
Always wipe your jewelry with
a soft cloth after each wear to
remove dirt and perspiration.
It will extend the life you each piece.

ROMEO GIGLI - VINTAGE COUTURE

Romeo Gigli
Italian - Circa.Early.1980s
(click photo for more details)

Who knew skin tight could be
so comfortably sexy.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing knit always remember
that posture is your best friend.
The more you slump the wider
you will look.
Think Tall!

EMANUEL UNGARO - VINTAGE COUTURE

Emanuel Ungaro
Italian - Circa.Mid.1980s
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Sensual elegance from a time
when Emanuel Ungaro stood for style
and substance.
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Frockology Care Tip:
When having velvet dry cleaned
always request that it not be
pressed as that will flatten the velvet.
Also after every wear it is best to take
a soft brush and lightly brush the seat
and crease areas to enhance the nap
from being slightly crushed from wear.

IRVING PENN - FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER

New York 1974

Irving Penn
Photographer
1917 - 2009
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LULU GUINNESS - MODERN VINTAGE HANDBAG

Lulu Guinness
British - Circa.Early.1990s
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Always the best for whimsical
playful unique handbags.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When using a handbag with a
large print or object as decoration
make sure it isn't in competition with
other large prints.... allow it to be
the focal point.

CARLOS FALCHI - VINTAGE HANDBAG

Carlos falchi
Brizilian - Circa.Mid.1980s
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A leather and suede good time bag.
Toss your life in and hang it across
your body and go live your life.
Carlos will take care of you.
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Frockology Care Tip:
Always give your bags a day of rest
it will help them keep their shape
and wear longer. When dealing with
suede it is best to brush it lightly after
use with a suede brush to remove dirt
and improve luster.

KRIZIA - VINTAGE COUTURE

Krizia
Italian - Circa.Early.1970s
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Comfortable elegance in an
evening look fit for a siren of
the silver screen.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Never wear something loosely knitted
when you will be doing anything active,
because as the body temp rises
the knitting gets longer and out
of shape.....so no dancing....or
frolicking.

TODD OLDHAM - VINTAGE COUTURE

Todd Oldham
American - Early.1990s
(click photo for more details)

A bold piece of whimsical fashion.
Never attempt subtle when wearing
Todd Oldham.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing a bold print in
a subdued coloration always
add some color with your accessories.
When your look pops you will always
be remembered.

GIORGIO ARMANI - VINTAGE COUTURE

Giorgio Armani
Italian - C.Late.1980s
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A softly draped jacket and skirt
that is both comfortable as well
as elegant.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing a soft suit always
accessorize with bold pieces,
this will enhance the contrast
between soft and hard, making
each more noticeable.

GIANFRANCO FERRE - VINTAGE COUTURE

Gianfranco Ferre
Italian - Circa.Mid.1980s
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A jacket that is as comfortable
as a cardigan is always a great
investment in style.
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Frockology Care Tip:
When storing a knitted garment it
best to turn it inside out to avoid any
unwanted snags or pulls. It is always best
to store flat to avoid losing original
shape.

ROMEO GIGLI - VINTAGE COUTURE

Romeo Gigli
Italian - Circa.Mid.1980s
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A beautiful jacket that captures
a whisper of the past for a modern
present.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Never wear a luxury piece just for
evening. It will look even more
modern and interesting in the daylight.

ALEXIS KIRK - VINTAGE JEWELRY

Alexis Kirk
American - Circa.Late.1960s
(click photo for more details)

A beautiful example of a statement
necklace that needs that needs
no introduction.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing a statement necklace
always choose to wear it with something
that showcases it rather then competes
for attention.
Think vintage Halston black velvet caftan.

LES BERNARD - VINTAGE JEWELRY

Les Bernard
American - Circa.Late.1960s
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Golden metal and blue tint milk glass
conjured into a beautiful earring fit
for the gypsy in your soul.
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Frockology Style Tip:
Take your clip earrings to the jeweler
and have them refitted for post, if your
ears are pierced it will give more stability
and you will experience less loss during
your usual active lifestyle.

GEOFFREY BEENE - VINTAGE COUTURE

Geoffrey Beene
American - Circa.Late.1960s
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Lace is a great choice when you
want your elegance to whisper.
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Frockology Style Tip:
When wearing lace it is always a
good idea to keep your accessories
small and soft, because like a print,
lace can quickly make a very strong
statement.

ANNE FOGARTY - VINTAGE COUTURE

Anne Fogarty
American - Circa.Late.1960s
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A colorful addition to your sixties
vibe. You will feel just like a star
in a Jackie Susann novel.
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Frockology Care Tip:
When taking anything beaded or
sequined to the cleaners always request
that the garment NOT be heat pressed as
it will melt and discolor any metallic
work present.

BLOW UP - VINTAGE CINEMA

Blow Up
Michangelo Antoioni
British-Italian C.1966
(for more details click photo)

A great film for getting a birds eye
view of the British fashion explosion.