in the shop

Apologies are in order for my absence! I've been a busy bee over here with the holidays, a New Year's trip up to Halifax and starting a new job. The blog and shop have been suffering, it's true. But with the new year already here, I'm back on track and am excited for the new direction both will be taking. Nothing crazy, of course! Just a little more focused. Expect more DIY tutorials, weekly recipes and a steadier stream of posts in general.

Today, I'm easing back into the swing of things with a few new pieces over in the shop. Hope you enjoy!

in the shop & a winner

I feel like it's been ages since I've had a substantial shop update. I'm working on that, promise! Until that point, here are a few lovelies that will be going up in the shop this afternoon. It's hard to let that 1940s silk number go, but alas, I am.

I'm also excited to announce the winner of last weeks Abbey's Accessories giveaway. Congratulations to Olygirl, who will be receiving the 1950s faux fur beret just in time for holiday outings!

AND...I almost forgot! I'm offering free domestic shipping in the shop this week so head over and take advantage of some most excellent savings. All you need is the coupon code, HolidayLove!

in the shop

Good morning loves! Here's what I've got in store for the shop this afternoon. Stay tuned if you like what you see.

hello holiday

My mom, cousin and I went over to small town Texas on Sunday to photograph all of the beautiful party dresses we've been collecting for both of our shops, Dalena Vintage and Deoma's Boutique. I like to think of our shops as sisters, Deoma possessing an older air of elegance and maturity, and Dalena, surrounded by an aura of youth and flirtation with dreams of walking in her sister's shoes one day.

A gorgeous home built in the early 1900's, the house is filled with antiques and memories of annual Christmas gatherings and summer reunions. Here's the fruit of our labor.

sneak peak sunday

Such a busy weekend it's been over here! Yesterday was spent as a clean-up girl over at a construction site my uncle is finishing up, and today as an all around gal in the creation of a holiday lookbook my mom and I have had in the works. As we recently collected a slew of perfect party dresses, we decided to join forces for a holiday-themed photo shoot.

The location was perfect! It was in a home we've spent our family Christmas' and annual summer family reunions every year for over 30 years. My aunt and uncle were even married at the house in the late 1970's. Needless to say it holds a dear place in both our hearts.

Here's a sneak peak of the shoot, but stay tuned for the Dalena & Deoma Vintage Holiday Lookbook!

in the shop

I know I said I wasn't going to blog on the weekends anymore. But today I can't help it, I'm just too excited about these party dresses and wedding dresses from the 1950's and 1960s. Aren't they gorgeous? I'll be listing one today and the rest over the next few days. If you see a piece you can't live without, let me know and I might let ya' pre-shop!

a few changes

Things have been quieter than usual around here over the past weekend and surrounding days as the last minute details of my cousin's wedding were in full swing.

I had planned on documenting it to share, but alas, that didn't happen. Too many things to do! I managed to snap a photo of her while hiding from the chaos in the bathroom about an hour before we headed to the chapel.



Doesn't she look gorgeous? Hopefully I can snag a few photos from the photographer and other folks to share. Until then, this is all I've got.

On another note, I've been steadily working on a few changes in the shop, namely the photography. Here's a sneak peak of the new look. I've still got some kinks to work out, but it's going quite well. What do you think?



Oh, and before I get back to work, don't forget to enter the $50 giveaway I've got for the shop. Happy Monday!

dalena vintage $50 giveaway CLOSED

It's finally cooled off down here in Texas and I feel like sharing the love! I'll be giving away a $50 gift certificate to the shop to one lucky lady (or gent). Entering is easy as pie.

To Win:
1. Check out the shop.
2. Leave a comment below on what vintage beauty you would snag with your $50.
3. Done and done. So easy!

Want an edge? You're allowed one extra entry by liking our Facebook page. If you already do, great! Just let us know and be sure to leave an additional comment staying you do or have done so. Giveaway is open until Thursday, October 27th at 10 PM CST. Good luck loves!

in the shop

This weekend I rescued the sweetest 1940s hats from a life of possibly never being worn. How tragic that would have been? And good news, they're already up in the shop, so head on over if you like what you see.



And on the colorized side of things, these beauties will quickly be making their way into the shop as well: A 1950s demure black lace dress and a 1940s prim rose eyelet dress. Lovely, no?

in the shop

Such a lovely lazy Sunday it is! Just sipping on a cup of tea and listing a few 1950s dresses and hats over in the shop. Enjoy!

in the shop

A little sneak preview of what I'm listing throughout the evening. I've also got an adorable 1930's Bonnie-esque crochet beret and 1920's silk rose chemise, so stay tuned!

My favorite is the 1950s turquoise plaid day dress, that would be the darling dress located top row center, ladies. How about you?