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Australian Vintage: Vicars Fine Wool

It’s winter and when it’s winter out come the vintage winter woolies! One of the many reasons I love vintage clothing over modern is because of the fabric quality and wool is one of the loveliest...

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Time for tea and coconut jam buns

It has been day after day of pouring rain here and when it’s so dreary and cold outside there’s only one cure… baking! To bake these treats I combined two similar recipes from my 1950s Good...

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Store Update: Just So

This week’s store update is just so… pretty and warm! 1970s ‘Winter Felt’ green velvet skirt by Evan Picone :: [SOLD] 1960s ‘Olive Leaf’ green shirtwaist dress by Peck & Peck :: Buy via [Etsy]...

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And the winner is…

Thank you so much to everyone who entered my vintage giveaway and left such lovely comments either here on the blog or on Instagram. It means so much to me to know you love Bess Georgette as much...

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A 1953 Queen Elizabeth Coronation Souvenir

This June marks the 60th anniversary of The Queen’s Coronation and I thought I’d share one of my recent favourite finds. Yep! That’s right. Another 1950s Royal souvenir to add to my collection!...

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Store Update: Royally Yours

There’s a pretty mix of purple in this week’s store update! 1980s ‘Autograph’ purple leather clutch :: [SOLD] 1960s ‘Lady Line’ purple wrap dress by Len Vogue Melbourne :: Buy via [Etsy] [ebay]...

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Nice Pins: May Daze

May was busy but there was still time for a little day-dreaming with a few of my favourite pins from the past month… Fancy some afternoon tea in this beautiful terraced garden with some lemon...

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It's time for a Bess Georgette vintage giveaway!

Through Bess Georgette I make wonderful friends and sell vintage to fabulous customers, and I wanted to say thank you for your continued support with a vintage gift from me to you. I’ve included...

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Store Update: Turning Red

I’m seeing a little red in this week’s store update! 1970s ‘Tailor Ride’ wool midi skirt by Charles of Melbourne :: [SOLD] 1970s ‘Sheer Scarlett’ red secretary blouse by Renoma of Melbourne :: Buy...

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I love your hooded suit style

If you’re thinking wooly suits for autumn/winter (can you believe it’s almost winter already?!) then I think you’ll love these… Hooded suits! Yep. That’s right. Hooded suits. I’m quite taken with...

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Evening gowns through the decades

Last Friday I hit the road bright and early (and in the fog!) to check out an estate sale that sounded promising. Unfortunately, it turned out to be sheds full of old farm gear but all was not...

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Store Update: Dishy Dame

This week’s store update is a little black and lacey! 1980s ‘Hideaway’ black patent leather clutch by Faigen :: Buy via [Etsy] [ebay] 1960s ‘Bella’ black velvet and satin dress :: Buy via [Etsy]...

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Having tea with the Queen

As promised, here is the Queen Elizabeth II serving tray I bought from Trish at Truly Vintage! I’ve seen similar trays like it before (which sadly weren’t for sale) and I do love a bit of royal...

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Sssssh! I'm having a secret vintage sale!

Want to know a secret? I’m having a sale and you can get 30% off all vintage in the store. Yep, that’s right. A HUGE 30% off ALL vintage! How? Well… head on over to my Facebook page, send me a...

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Such pretty autumnal colours in this week’s store update! 1970s ‘Your Own’ black tooled leather clutch :: Buy via [Etsy] [ebay] 1960s ‘Emerald City’ kelly green wool dress by Alison Ayres :: [SOLD]...

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Time for tea and carrot cake

I’m trying to eat a little healthier lately, which may or may not be a result of excessive chocolate consumption during the Easter period. ;) But… a girl still needs to bake! I’ve always loved...

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A Truly Vintage day in Melbourne

Last Saturday (11 May) I had the pleasure of being involved with the Truly Vintage day organised by Trish (Trish Hunter Finds) and Marianne (Esme and the laneway). Held at Trish’s vintage shop...

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Store Update: Scatter Frost

There’s a chill in the air and this week’s update is looking crisp! 1960s ‘With You’ white and blue raffia bag by Lanza :: [SOLD] 1960s ‘Snow Fall’ white drop-waist shift dress by K-Lene :: Buy via...

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Vintage Bicycle Style

Autumn is by far my favourite time of year to ride my bicycle. The air is cool. The sun is shining. The leaves are turning beautiful shades of orange. So… naturally I’m obsessing about vintage...

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Truly Vintage: A Day for Melbourne Vintage Fun!

Guess what?! Two beautiful ladies, Marianne of Esme & Laneway and Trish of Hunter & Co. Vintage, have organised a day dedicated to all things vintage! YAY! I’m incredibly excited to be...

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Store Update: Young Lady

I loved last week’s store update colour palette so much… here’s a little more green and pink! 1980s ‘All Mine’ black rattan basket bag :: Buy via [Etsy] [ebay] 1960s ‘Hop Along’ green drop-waist...

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ANNOUNCING Bess at Home!

I have exciting news for you! As of this week, Bess Georgette will now also be selling vintage homewares. YAY! Vintage fashion will always be my main focus but I wanted to share my love for all...

Apr 30, 2013 Like

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Nice Pins: April Strolls

I pin. You pin? I’m pretty sure we all pin and these are a few of my favourites from the month of April… Everyone is understandably a little Gatsby crazy at the moment and the Brooks Brothers Great...

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Store Update: In the Flowers

Who says just because it’s autumn means it can’t be bright and flowery? Not me! 1970s ‘Take Time’ beige handbag by Lou Taylor :: [SOLD] 1950s ‘Spun Sugar’ pink pleated dress by Rolinda :: Buy via...

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Colour Right. Dress Right. Your Total 1980s Look.

Fashions may change but one thing that’s been consistent across most decades is dressing by colour. Or, as Bridget Jones’ mother would say ‘getting your colours done’! I’ve never taken much time to...

Apr 24, 2013 Like

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Your chance to call vintage dibs!

I have exciting news! I’m changing things up a little with my newsletter. Subscribers will not only be receiving my monthly vintage shopping tips and exclusive store discount but… they’ll now also...

Apr 21, 2013 Like

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Store Update: Bright Delight

I love the changing colours of autumn with its beautiful array of oranges, reds and yellows! 1970s ‘Flirty Flower’ yellow and orange floral mini skirt :: Buy via [Etsy] [ebay] 1970s ‘Old Flame’...

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1960s Fashion for Autumn

Last week I shared some fabulous 1970s autumn fashion and this week it’s all about the 1960s, starting with a cape! Are capes never not fashionable? I don’t think so and above is another great...

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Favourite Thrift Finds: Vintage 1970s Trench Coat

When ever I go to the local post office I also pop into the local op (thrift) shop. I’ve found some great pieces of vintage there and my latest is probably my favourite. I’ve been on the look out...

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Bess Georgette

Australian Vintage: Vicars Fine Wool

Time for tea and coconut jam buns

Store Update: Just So

And the winner is…

A 1953 Queen Elizabeth Coronation Souvenir

Store Update: Royally Yours

Nice Pins: May Daze

It's time for a Bess Georgette vintage giveaway!

Store Update: Turning Red

I love your hooded suit style

Evening gowns through the decades

Store Update: Dishy Dame

Having tea with the Queen

Sssssh! I'm having a secret vintage sale!

Store Update: In the Fall

Time for tea and carrot cake

A Truly Vintage day in Melbourne

Store Update: Scatter Frost

Vintage Bicycle Style

Truly Vintage: A Day for Melbourne Vintage Fun!

Store Update: Young Lady

ANNOUNCING Bess at Home!

Nice Pins: April Strolls

Store Update: In the Flowers

Colour Right. Dress Right. Your Total 1980s Look.

Your chance to call vintage dibs!

Store Update: Bright Delight

1960s Fashion for Autumn

Favourite Thrift Finds: Vintage 1970s Trench Coat

Store Update: All I Need

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