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Emma - owner of this blog and seller of all things cute at DreamDate Vintage

Vintage glossy satin circle stitched Bullet Bra

April 1, 2018 by Emma

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Just emerging from long-term storage, this pretty traditional vintage bullet bra boasts an elasticated back which is secured with a single plastic swimsuit style fastening with a choice of 3 positions. The concentric circle stitched bra cups are slightly stiffened to create the traditional conical effect, so typical of this…

Should we rediscover the Bed Jacket?

February 26, 2018September 30, 2018 by Emma

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Bed jackets are so terribly neglected by vintage lingerie collectors. Why? Well, I can think of two or three reasons why this actually sweet little garment is currently taking something of a back seat. Firstly, they first came about at a time when bedrooms were, on the whole, freezing in…

1950’s British made Bubble Knickers

February 8, 2018February 21, 2018 by Emma

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It seems that 'proper' original 1950's and 60's bubble knickers are definitely getting harder and harder to find. While there are plenty of modern reproductions available these days, many of them hideously over-embellished to make them appear more 'sissy' (and therefore appealing only to specific buyers) so it seems if…

Vintage nylon knickers. Thank heaven for that!

January 11, 2018April 8, 2018 by Emma

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Knickers do a fine disappearing act in my shops. If they are original genuine vintage and in either unworn or cherished condition they don't stay on the shelves for long at all. Listing them is like painting the Forth Bridge - no sooner than you finish the task then you…

Christmas Cottage Photoshoot

January 10, 2018 by Emma

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It has become a bit of a tradition in recent years that we spend the time around Christmas hidden away in a beautiful converted barn way up on the Northumbrian coast, not five minutes away from the border with Scotland. A more stunningly beautiful stretch of coastline would be hard…

So pretty – but what on earth do we call them?!

January 8, 2018May 9, 2018 by Emma

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Oh dear. I am in a bit of a quandary. What do you call these? Actually I'm not in an immediate quandary because - not surprisingly - this particular item sold less than 30 minutes after I listed it, but just in case either you or I get another example…

Half Slip Heaven – vintage half slips

November 4, 2017April 29, 2018 by Emma

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Vintage half slips? Its a plain fact that I tend to stock and sell more full slips than half slips. I don't know exactly why, but I do. Looking at just how beautiful these lovely half slips are, I definitely should feature them more. Ideal for wearing in conjunction with…

Rilsan. French knickers. (Well, knickers made in France).

October 19, 2017October 20, 2017 by Emma

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Just in are these beautifully soft 'new' and unworn vintage knickers (or panties if you must) in super feminine Rilsan fabric and made in France. Rilsan is a French fabric name, rather than a brand name, and many manufacturers used Rilsan fabric to make the most gorgeous lingerie. Rilsan is…

New Rootstein studio mannequin

October 14, 2017February 12, 2018 by Emma

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We have just taken delivery of a fabulous Rootstein mannequin and she has already made an impression, judging by the first photo results. For the Rootstein aficionados out there, they tell me she is a 'G1' Suzanna - one of the lovely Calendar Girls series and based on the model Susanna…

An old New York hosiery store.

October 5, 2017October 5, 2017 by Emma

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I was lucky enough to obtain a large quantity of trade samples and stock from an old New York hosiery store that had long since ceased trading and scheduled for re-development. They all date from the late 1950's to the early '60's and, mostly, fall into the desirable non-stretch sheer…

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