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The Vintage Fashion Guild™ (VFG) is an international organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of vintage fashion.
The Vintage Fashion Guild™ (VFG) is an international community of people with expertise in vintage fashion. VFG members enjoy a wealth of resources, avenues for promoting their shops and specialties, and camaraderie with others who share a common interest and passion.
Unfurl those luxurious vintage silk scarves, shimmering gowns, and elegant blouses! This week we are focusing on the glories of vintage silk – and with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than by showcasing the romantic allure of this exquisite fabric?
The natural filament fiber produced by silkworms boasts exceptional strength, luster, and resilience. Its creation, a laborious process with origins rooted in ancient China (3500 BCE), entails the meticulous unwinding of the uninterrupted filament from cocoons. From this fiber, iconic fabrics such as satin, chiffon, damask, velvet and taffeta are made of the finest quality. The inclusion of irregular filaments from double cocoons creates diverse types of textured silks, such as dupioni, shantung and pongee.
So, with all its history, quality, variety and beauty, why not skip the chocolates and choose vintage silk for Valentine’s Day? After all, nothing says ‘I love you’ quite like a gift that’s as timeless and luxurious as the art of silk itself! Find more incredible vintage silk from our member sellers in our forums.