Solid Gold
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. This pair of 1940′s gold heels is about as glamorous as it gets – seller FrauleinMarlene has restocked her shop to include this amazing specimen of vintage...
View ArticleContrast Buttons
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I’m heading up to DCLX this weekend, but before I abandon the blog for another dance weekend (you understand, right?) I’ll leave you with these two dresses. Red...
View ArticleOpen Toe Spectator Wedge in Pink and Black
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Continuing with the shoe theme and the pink theme, I’m posting this eBay auction for a pair of Remix Open Toe Spectator Wedges in pink and black, size 7-8. I’ve...
View ArticleZaSu Caps
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Are you looking for that perfect vintage-looking cap, one that’s less Kangol and more newsboy circa 1932? Look no further than the eBay store ZaSu Caps, a...
View ArticleStaying Dry
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Recent events have me thinking about male leads and sweating, specifically how leads deal with keeping themselves dry during dances so their partner doesn’t have...
View ArticleField Trip: Dolly’s Vintage, Durham, NC
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. This is less of a field trip and more of a weekly lunch break ritual, usually on Fridays, to a destination two blocks from my office in downtown Durham, North...
View ArticleAerosoles
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Aerosoles, often associated with comfortable and practical footwear, has stepped into the swing realm. I spotted Aerosoles on Laura Keat at The Experiment and on...
View ArticleMaidenform Boyshort
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. This week has, for one reason or another, been full of undergarment ideas. I’ll start with the tip I got from Micki Schultz, who was sporting a pair of...
View ArticleSwell Farewell Vintage
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I am happy to announce that Lindy Shopper has a new supporter in the form of Etsy store Swell Farewell Vintage – owner Kate Blank has put together a lovely...
View ArticleThe Original Inspiration and the Reproduction
The reproduction This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I often wonder what inspired certain reproduction dresses – shapes and motifs are obvious, but what about the specifics? I love finding those...
View ArticleThinx: Smart Underwear
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. I often write about undergarment options for coverage when we wear skirts, but what about what we wear under our bloomers or our pants? What about the material?...
View ArticleDeodorants, Antiperspirants, and Vintage Clothing
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Dearest dress, I never meant to hurt you. It’s not you, it’s me, and the terrible way I’ve treated you. Photograph by Frank Myers. Don’t you hate it when...
View ArticleLindy Shopper’s Closet Episode 5 – Dance Undergarments
This post was written by Lindy Shopper. Lindy Shopper’s Closet Episode 5 is up – this week I’m talking about swing dance undergarments, everything from briefs to full slips, what to wear under your...
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