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August 4, 2010

I lovelovelovelove reading about deadlyvintage.com & my clothes in ze blogospherre.
Sometimes, though, I arrive at the party months late....

A recent websurf-derailment led me to an early Spring of 2010 Tumblr post I had somehow missed :
my bust-hugger, early 70's ALLEY CAT red-bird sweater was featured in Fuck Yeah Ugly Sweaters" >>> http://fuckyeahuglysweaters.tumblr.com, a tumblr by "five kooky kids, living in Berkeley, California, and buying ugly sweaters like they're going out of style..." <<< the name of which speaks for itself.

A short time later sentiments regarding my redbird sweater were delicately reiterated/defended by I Eat Buttons For Breakfast http://ieatbuttonsforbreakfast.blogspot.com.

Under the heading "Ugly for some, cute for meeee", said blogger giggled,

Vintage is not everyone's cup of tea. It's so easy to do a mis-step and look like a Victorian ghost or like an 89-year-old woman from the back (hmm intriguing). This sweater somehow manages to balance old-school weirdness with being totally wearable. I hope no one points and laughs when I wear this out to a pub or bar. I never said 'sexy' was my look.

Reading her post stirs up my own complicated feelings towards the UGLY in fashion. Although I love and deeply appreciate beautiful, glorious finds from the last century, I'll always have a major soft&sweet spot for the UGLY aesthetic, the unlikables. Whether in reference to unconventional or curiously-ugly fads (a few: ugly ties, 50's novelty-print capri jumpsuits / 60's skinny shorts & hot pants in tweed and quilting/ the notorious 80's decorated, oversized sweater) and my ironic appreciation there-of, the desire to revel in flamboyant antifashion, a love for the underdog, or pure snarkiness, I've always found a joy in collecting-wearing-re/selling kooky, fugly styles. And, finally, dear readers: I intend to keep my ugly closet fully stocked!!

Thanks, fuckyeahuglysweaters & ieatbuttonsforbreakfast for reminding me that I'm not alone --- my idiosyncratic tastes have a delighted fellowship.

And a very belated thank you for finding me (and giving me a shout out) in this deep ole virtual world.


vintage 70s Alley Cat sweater




July 24, 2010

About to list some swimsuits, sundresses, slips & ties. But first --- Polyvore…




July 20, 2010

new polyvore sets .. thanks, ya'll!!






March 29, 2010

April 14-May 7, I'm having an End-to-Winter sale. All items tagged "winter" will be 20% off. See the selection --- ♥WINTER♥. Sweaters, hats, ponchos & coats, heavy knit dresses, cardies & fall skirts, plaids & tweeds, furs & cashmere. Stock up for next winter's freeze!! xo, Betsy




January 25, 2010

"Haiti earthquake death toll rises to 150,000 and could double" Every day brings more terrible news from Haiti following the devastating earthquake.

Deadlyvintage.com is donating 10% of sales to the Red Cross Haiti Relief fund until May 1.




December 16, 2009

deadlyvintage offers a 30% off sale through january 2010

FOUR weeks of deals
on yr favorite DV treasures

Every M O N D A Y in January, midnight to midnight,
deadlyvintage.com jingle-jangles :

JAN 4 >> 30% off Blouses, Shirts & Sweaters

Jan 11 >> 30% off Miniskirts, Midi skirts, Maxi skirts

Jan 18 >> 30% off Robes & Smoking Jackets, Bras,
Slips, Nighties & Knickers

Jan 25 >> 30% off Dresses, Gowns, Pinafores & Jumpers

happy holidays!!




November 10, 2009

I've been revamping the vin*fashindex vintage fashion database. Please stop by and let me know what you think...

Beloved polyvore sets of the day:



Fairies get me dressed!
Fairies get me dressed! by Hennie Henne Baby
featuring: early 1980's waterfall lace dress (sold)





September 3, 2009

SMILES SMILES HAPPY HEART
DV will be beaching & away from all cares: Sept 5-12.
During this time I'll be unreachable. All orders/sales/questions will be addressed on Sept 14. Sorry for any inconvenience caused. Have some happy days, Betsy




August 26, 2009

More content created by talented fashion bugs ... please admire these layouts:
(and why not try constructing a few of your own at Polyvore.com? --- you can access my clothing here)








July 16, 2009

Zuburbia has been kind enough to mention this piece ---- POP PRINT BABYDOLL MINI :

"This late 1960s mini dress in navy and white linen has a floral print that evokes the spirit of Marimekko. Don't you just love how the flowers grow in size as they move down the dress? It packs a whole lot of style into something with a price tag under $65!"

Thanks so much, Ms. Kincaid!!




February 9, 2009

New Polyvore sets… xo, y'all.

You're late, there's a hole in the sky
You're late, there's a hole in the sky by déboraRodrigues.
featuring: 1950's cheetah-print shell


orange bean
orange bean by Les !
featuring: 1950's nile-green stilettos (sold)



bang
bang by Distantbuthere
featuring: 1960's burlap striped pants (sold)



March 27, 2009

Visit dv's new sale section… all items marked 20-50% off : CLOTHING SALE.

And, drats, I've had to raise my shipping rates for international postage. Sorry to my great customers in Canada, Denmark, Argentina, Israel, Great Britain, France, Australia & all.

US flat rate stays $7 for 48 states, shipping to Hawaii & Alaska now costs $9. You can find the details on dv's POLICY page.. xo, Betsy




February 9, 2009

A few of my favorite DV style sets…


I HEART POLYVORE & Y'ALL'S SWEET SETS. xo, Betsy




January 23, 2009

Pardon the dust while I change things around a little. Lots of items going up in February: pair of 30's crochet lace heels, a couple vintage silk kimonos, corsets, Ann Klein, Pendleton, Suzy Perette, plus my fave new dresses (circa 1940s-1970s).




January 7, 2009
vintage clothing sale through January 15

Ringle-jingle in the New Year with deadly vintage's sale blitz: ALL ITEMS 20% OFF. Until Feb. 15th. Happy wintering, Betsy




October 1, 2008

NEW VENUE ALERT

deadlyvintage.com on Etsy

Come see my warehouse finds at http://deadlyvintage.etsy.com. Yes, I'm selling on etsy (and I like it!)

Happy ocktoberfesting!




August 2, 2008

25% off Summer is Dying! Sale through August 8!

Visit DV's catalog page and click "summer" in the tag cloud --- or just follow the link: s u m m e r.

Join my last hurrah! Sundresses, short skirts & minis, halter tops, summery shoes & sporty purses, danceable frocks, maxi dresses & transparents, sheer-weight brocades, tanks and tees --- a l l 2 5 % o f f !
***Sale prices are not listed / 25% discount refunded via Paypal after purchase***

Feel the burn.




July 23, 2008

Yahoo-o-o, I've been blogged by http://chichiandthegreek.blogspot.com. AT LAST.

According to miss chi chi…

"One of my absolute favorite vintage sites is Deadly Vintage…. There are hundreds of stores out there, that sell vintage, but Deadly Vintage is so unique, so visually fun that it has always been my inspiration. It has true vintage gold there!" **

Thank you so! And vice versa... because after you drew me into your clutches I spent about an hour wandering and salivating over your vintage delectables. Junk & sugar, indeed!

Alright --- coming up this winter: recycled packaging, modelz!!, and the occasional editorial e-spread. Love, Betsy




March 8, 2008

Alert: march 14-21 will see deadly v's mad mad mad vintage denim sale: jackets, jeans, and one jeans jumpsuit (all dating from the 1940's to the 70's) *also* campus boots, a 50's lacey-Cinderella party dress and the most adorable 60's era Mickey Mouse "pin-up" sweater --- all items start at $9.99.

I've a number of 70's jumpsuits to be listed here soon. Also, a Swirl wrap dress & more 40's pieces. I've committed to men's TIES now --- come see the tie parade snake through my site. And… lots of early-70's, 30s-inspired maxi dresses to come.




January 31, 2008

Occasionally, as regards my collection, I have a revelation of feeling. A cold disdain for those I once loved..….

I've j-u-s-t zipped through my inventory, slashing prices a zig zag.

Voil à the saving s! Please, push a few buttons & make these garments yours, treasure them as they deserve. Love, Betsy




January 18, 2008

Thanks for a-l-l your patience during my revamp --- especially to those who stayed with me during my month-long clothing blackout.

Things are working now, I have a new shopping cart, a new digital camera (yay, color precision!), and have started listing again. Plans for the spring include: switching to 100% recycled packaging materials & a donation pledge. I'm planning to donate to a garment-industry related cause + by all means drop a line if you have suggestion/s.

Items to be listed soon: Missoni print chiffon dress, prairie tops & teddy bear sweaters, a 70's unbleached formal, 60's mini dresses, a late-40's angora/boucle sweater, David Crystal & Cyn Les items & more 80's kitsch.




November 10, 2007

We are undergoing a design revamp --- page by page --- and staying open for business.

Please bear with me. I will bring you a more streamlined and delicious shopping play-time… soon.

No new items will be added the next few weeks, but I continue to run auctions on eBay.

Up right now, one pair of banana & electric blue Converse sneaks from the 70's!!!

I love spirited bidding thus all my eBay auctions start at o-n-e l-i-t-t-l-e c-e-n-t. Last week I auctioned off the beautifully embroidered Frye boots you see in the start page.

Good luck bidding. Dv will return to normality by early December.




April 9, 2007

Welcome to the beginnings of deadlyvintage.com.
I'm delighted you've stopped by.

I choose all my treasures carefully. Everything in the shop has been hand-picked by my nose for the love of Texture! Pattern! Theatricality! & Nostalgia! & every piece celebrates an e-x-t-r-a-v-a-g-a-n-c-e of one of those traits. I heart fashion kitsch. I'm color-mad & chase down bold textiles and graphic construction details. I adore the exquisiteness of a beautifully-crafted pattern and the individualistic perfume which comes so sweetly off anachronistic/historically-outmoded designs.
Follow me into my rabbit hole, darlings, and you'll find that your closet will never be the same.

What I have listed is just a smattering of my collection. Please bear with me as I fill the shop. Soon to come: a 50s Mary Martin cardigan, ridiculous 80s Victor Costa gowns, minis & maxis, lots of 60s-era British Hong Kong stuffs, Lanvin, mod Jonathan Logan, Missoni, 80s retro sundresses, slips & neghligees, 40s crepes & rayons, menswear and other yummys.

Questions? Preferences? Spare thoughts? Send an email to me, won't you… Love, Betsy



Please don't forget items are always returnable.
We want you happy as pie, über-styled &
alluring to the eye.
Smile + wear vintage!


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