Here are some of my most favorite links. Some shopping, some historical, some just plain fun (in no particular order)
M.A.D
The designers of my beautiful website. The Sausalito, California, based design firm of M.A.D. pushes the boundaries of design with its exuberant graphics and eye-popping interactive work. Formed in 1987 by graphic designers Erik Adigard and Patricia McShane, M.A.D. has produced award-winning conceptual graphic design and illustration, most notably the signature editorial design and imagery of Wired, as well as the magazine's Internet presence. M.A.D. has also brought its unmistakable look to ABC/Disney, Apple, Lotus, Microsoft, and Sony, in addition to exhibiting print graphics and interactive multimedia at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum in New York.
James Katz Vintage Jewelry
Some of the best costume pieces on the web
Solemates - A century in Shoes:
A fabulous website dedicated to the glory of fine footwear. Nice historical references and great photos.
Fashion Era
A really great site, full of interesting stuff. Lots of fashion history, and lots of cool insights to fashion.
Search Fashion.com - Is a fashion directory of fashion. You can find many styles of apparel. Also internet resource sites
Jan Davidson Custom Millinery:
Wonderful creations by a skilled craftsman, as well as lots of important history and information.
Fay Cullen Antique Jewelry:
Absolutely the best place to shop online for vintage jewelry. They have amazing pieces at fantastic prices
Africagems:
The best place to shop for loose gemstones. They have the very best Tanzanite, Tourmaline and Aquamarines you can find, at fantastic prices... and Marc is a super guy.
Haute Couture Lingo
Bill Brettschneider's guide to fashion lingo. Lots of fun, and informative as well.
French Hand Laundry
(626)792-3881 - Pasadena CA
When I was looking to have a hand painted Zandra cleaned, I called Zandra Rhodes in the US and they advised me to call Susan at the French Hand Laundry in Pasadena. I sent the dress, and it was returned a few weeks later in perfect condition. They even made a box so she wouldn't be crushed in the shipping, and stuffed her full of acid free paper, for under $100. I hand wash or dry clean most of my garments, but for the very fine pieces, Susan gets my business.
Charlie Jenkins Ideas In Glass
Another of my favorite glass artisans. Located in Oakland California, Charlie's work is creating quite a buzz. His range of work stretches from utilitarian sconces and lighting, to amazing one of a kind sculptures.
Terril Clark Art Glass
Finally, let me introduce you to Terril... an amazing artist and an incredible woman. Her pieces are very unique, whimsical and beautiful. Take a gander and you will see what I am talking about.
Antiquing On Line Antique Jewelry, Vintage Costume Jewelry
Featuring a quality selection of designer antique vintage
costume jewelry, Victorian and estate jewelry, Art Deco, Bakelite, purses,
antique cameos, lockets, watches and more.
Bonnie Cashin Foundation
Zuburbia
A fun Blog about Vintage
A Great Bio of Gilbert Adrian
