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What could be better in winter than a toasty warm Norwegian sweater? The tradition of these sweaters as we know them today goes back to the Setesdal, a valley in southern Norway, and at least to the mid-1800s. Originally, they were knitted in just black and white wool, with red being added later, and the wool had to be quite fine in order to create the intricate patterns. Typical of these patterns is the Selburose, the 8-pointed star. Modern-day sweaters in this style are made in all possible colors, and these beautiful patterns have conquered the world! This week, VFG-members bring you their best Nordic style in the shape of sweaters – traditional or more modern inspired, knitting patterns and other Nordic-inspired items.

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums starting every Thursday. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on these forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

Clydella is the trademarked name for 81% cotton and 19% wool fabric produced by William Hollins & Co. of England. It was woven in a mill near Glasgow on the banks of the Clyde river, from which it takes its name. Clydella was developed as a shirting for military uniforms in WWI. It is a less costly alternative to Viyella, also made by Hollins.

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Viyella

Viyella was the first branded fabric, woven in England in 1893, and trademarked by William Hollins & Co. in 1894. The trademark was registered in the U.S. in 1907. The name comes from Via Gellia, a road linking Cromford and Bonsall in Derbyshire, England, where Hollins had a mill that first produced the fabric.

Viyella is 55% wool and 45% cotton, with the fibers blended before spinning. It is usually in a 2/2 twill weave. The fabric is lightweight, with the appearance of a fine woolen flannel. Besides solid colors, it may be found in woven or printed patterns.

Viyella as a trademark soon covered not just the fabric, but also clothes made from the fabric. Since the 21st century, Viyella fabric is no longer made, but the trade name is still used for a fashion and home furnishing brand.

Uses: Shirts, underwear, nightwear, dresses

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Clydella
Flannel, wool 

Size does matter!

This season’s ‘it trend’ is all about being large and in charge. Voluminous skirts, power shoulders—over sized anything from top to toe is having a huge moment. Think big this week and share your larger than life vintage fashions and accessories.

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums starting every Thursday. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on these forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on the public forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

Pantone recently announced their “Color Of The Year” for 2020, “Classic Blue,” described by the company as “Instilling calm, confidence, and connection, this enduring blue hue highlights our desire for a dependable and stable foundation on which to build as we cross the threshold into a new era.” Seems like a lot of responsibility for one color, primary or not, but let’s see how VFG members rise to the challenge of the new, classic blue decade.

For centuries, nightwear was unisex, cut like a shapeless shirt or smock, devoid of color or detail, and made of simple washable fabrics like linen or cotton. The game-changer came in the 19th century with the availability of ready-made nightwear. Women’s nightgowns were embellished with embroidery, beading and ruffles, and new styles – like the two-piece pajama – were introduced.

Sleepwear styles continued to evolve during the 20th century thanks to innovations in fabric manufacturing. Silk, rayon and the introduction of nylon allowed more glamorous, figure-hugging options to be mass-produced, all the while becoming increasingly more colorful and diverse in style, reflecting the fashions of the day.

Whether you choose to slip into cozy flannel pj’s, a slinky satin gown, a frothy chiffon peignoir, or a crisp cotton nightshirt for your beauty sleep, this week VFG members reveal their dreamiest options for the boudoir.

Masquerades have a long history, coming from medieval carnival pageants and processions and elaborate royal court masques, and they are still popular and celebrated today. Who doesn’t like to dress up and not be recognized? Be a different person for one night—although perhaps not in a scheme quite as elaborate as in the New Year’s Eve favorite Die Fledermaus of Johann Strauss. So what will be your disguise? Let the VFG inspire you with vintage costumes, costume ideas, masks, accessories and all that you need to be in character!

May your days be merry and bright, and may all your vintage bring delight!

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on the public forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

We have all learned to associate certain color palettes with the seasons – soft pastels for Spring, bold and vivid colors for Summer and earthy leaf-tones for Fall. Winter, with its stark and austere landscapes and blankets of white, presents the ideal canvas for the vibrancy of gemtones. Emerald green, Ruby red and Sapphire blue are the three primary hues with which we are most familiar, but how about Smoky Quartz, Amethyst Purple, Citrine Yellow or Spessartite orange? Let’s see how many gemstones we can identify in this week’s parade offerings!

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on the public forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

Let’s grab those mittens cats and kittens, winter weather is upon us in the Northern Hemisphere. Don’t have a meltdown, stay warm and chic with vintage!
This week VFG members snow and tell our best knitwear, booties and boots, mittens and gloves, cozy hats, ski wear and jackets, mufflers, scarves and balaclavas, cold weather coats and accessories.

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on the public forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on the public forums. Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.

Chilled to the bone? Sick of dark days and long nights? Allow the alchemists of the VFG to turn a cold snap into a gold snap! This week we offer you vintage clothing and accessories with the midas touch—for gift giving, for party going, and for the rush you get just from the sight of glittering gold.

Camel fiber fabric and camel color are both back— or did they ever go away? For winter, a camel hair wrap coat could not be higher on the classical hits charts. As weather warms, the camel to reach for might be cotton in this versatile color. Wool, cotton, camel hair… all classics thoroughly studied by designers for both F/W 2019 and S/S 2020 runways.

VFG members share their most recent listings in the public forums. HERE is the “Fresh Vintage” thread on the public forums.
Below is one clickable photo from each participating member.