Feeling Flare-y

I discovered whilst closet cleaning/reorganizing that I own quite a few flared jeans and corduroys which I barely remember wearing or buying.  But there they were patiently waiting, knowing their moment was about to come again.  I do not think I will give up skinny jeans entirely for flares - flares are more work, they need a specific shoe and a cropped skinny jean is just too easy - and flattering.

My retro flared jean inspiration: Jane Birkin...

xo, Juliana

When Serge Met Jane and Bought Her a Sabbia Rosa Nightgown

In 1976 Monette Moati opened Sabbia Rosa on Rue des Saints-Peres and she said "My shop seemed like a confrontation, a challenge.  Women were not ready then."

Women in 1976 were burning their bras, stockings and garters in front of the feminist book store that was across the street from Sabbia Rosa.

But there was one woman who was ready for French silk and lace.  Serge Gaisnbourg walked in shortly after Moati opened the doors and bought a gift for his girlfriend, Jane Birkin.  And it inspired the song 'Les Dissous Chic'.

and vintage Sabbia Rosa at RARE vintage.  Black silk.  Sheer.  Soft black lace. Open sides with delicate ribbons.  Do with it what you will... 

"Les dessous chic, c'est des dentelles et des rubans"

Jane Birkin

Sabbia Rosa black silk and lace nightgown available for purchase at RARE vintage.
info@rarevintage.com or 212.581.7273

love, kisses, vintage and beautiful naughtiness, Juliana : )

P.S.

Les Dessous Chic

Bring a Little Birkin Style Into Your Summer Wardrobe

Can you look at this photo of Jane Birkin and not get inspired to try a little homespun in your summer wardrobe?

Jane Birkin in 1969

Or this one?

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Or this one?

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So by now I am certain you are obsessed with bringing a little Birkin bohemian style into your closet asap.  And to answer the call for crochet we have this perfect summer LBCD (little black crochet dress) from a master of 70s boho glam: Giorgio di Sant Angelo.  

1970s Giorgio di Sant Angelo.  RARE vintage

What I especially love about this dress is that it has a little cardigan with it so it could easily take you from day to night.  Or from a plane ride to Nice to Jimmy's in Monte Carlo : )

1970s Giorgio di Sant Angelo.  RARE vintage

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"When you put something on from Yves Saint Laurent's couture, there is an immediate sensual experience: everything, no matter what it's made of, is always lined in silk satin. He wants to spoil women, to envelop them in the pleasure of his clothes." Catherine Deneuve

We could not have said it better than the original Belle De Jour. We have two great haute couture day dresses from Yves Saint Laurent. The first is a 1980s silk day-to-evening dress in a very beautiful and unusual shade of aubergine. It has a silk satin lining which really does feel sensual - you won't want anything coming between you and your YSL it feels so nice! The dress has a draped plunging neckline and a belt with a small wooden buckle. Size 4/6. SOLD

Our other Yves Saint Laurent haute couture piece is a beautiful early 1970s day dress. It is very elegant and bohemian and if you have ever had a fantasy of being Charlotte Rampling or Jane Birkin this is the dress that will you be able to do it in. The print is a sweet but almost abstract flower print. Size 4. SOLD

For more information about this item please email info@rarevintageinc.com or call (212) 581 7273