So you're engaged to be married! There are so many plans to make, details to think of and the excitement of your coming marriage, it's enough to make your head spin! One essential ingredient of your wedding plans is your wedding dress. After all, it's likely there will be a lot of photos taken of you and your husband, both at the wedding and at your reception party. You'll of course want to look your most beautiful on this most beautiful day of your life.
Maybe you didn't see your beloved's proposal coming and are still in a state of shock. Nonetheless, you'll need to decide on the style of wedding dress you want and finally make a decision on “the” dress. With the bounty of wedding dresses to choose from, this can be an agonizing choice!
If you're the romantic type and adventurous of spirit, you should take a look at vintage wedding dresses. These days, the term “vintage” is applied to every decade more than thirty years old.
Look through the decades of fashion styles and see which you find most appealing. Each period has its own charm and grace, and vintage wedding dresses are available for each period of fashion. For example, the late 1930's and 1940's were days of elegance, with superior lines and embellishments that are still classics today. Bead work, satins, embroideries and elegance describe this period perfectly.
Grace Kelly embodied the chic of the 1950's, while Jacqueline Kennedy made fashion news with her unique Chanel-inspired style. Wedding dresses were part of each fashion period, and there is a vintage wedding dress to be found in each.
You can find vintage wedding dresses of the Victorian era in your local antique shop, as well as in online specialty shops. These vintage wedding dresses are typically in pristine condition, having only been worn once! Antique shops, both on and offline, are quite particular about their offerings, selling perfectly beautiful dresses in top condition.
Some of the oldest vintage wedding dresses may have faded from a pure white to a creamy color. If you find your dream vintage wedding dress has lost it's original brightness, ask the seller if the dress can be whitened without damaging the fabric. As a backup measure, consult with your dry cleaner before finalizing your purchase. Be prepared to give him the scoop on the fabric of the dress and embellishments.
A vintage wedding dress can be the most romantic of all wedding dress choices. Choose the fashion period you find most attractive, and take a look at what you'll find. You'll be the most beautiful bride on this, your most beautiful day.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Vintage clock,
If you are in the market for a vintage clock you certainly have a lot of options to consider. I recently went on a shopping adventure for one of these timepieces and I found that there were just too many items to consider and too many stores to explore. I actually had to write down my ideal vintage clock along with other details before trying to shop again.
The first thing I had to do was decide which vintage clock design was right for my home. There are tons of different options that offer unique styles and attitudes. I had to focus on which items would suit my home’s décor before narrowing down my search. This turned out to be one of the most important steps in choosing a vintage clock for my home.
Next I had to decide if I wanted a piece that hung on the wall or one that stands. This would require also deciding if the standing piece would be a vintage clock for a mantle or one that is embedded in a decorative stature. There are a lot of various designs of standing vintage clocks that may leave your head spinning.
I decided that a hanging vintage clock would suit my needs better than one that rests on a table or mantle. Having an idea of what I was looking for really helped me narrow down the options into a manageable list. However, I had to find where to find the vintage clock and that was a whole other challenge.
Before deciding where to shop I had to consider whether I wanted an actual antique or whether I would prefer a vintage clock that is a reproduction. Purchasing an antique was really appealing to me but when I considered what could go wrong with the many gears and parts in an authentic vintage clock; I decided to forgo the antiques.
This meant that the antique stores were off my list of shopping destinations. I could opt to shop around in stores like Marshalls or TJ Maxx to find the right vintage clock that had the look of an antique without the hassle of getting parts and repairs in the near future.
I also found that shopping online for a vintage clock is a great option that saves me a lot of running around. I can find what I’m looking for in a few minutes. If I go to the traditional stores I might spend way more time than I ever wanted to for the vintage clock.
The first thing I had to do was decide which vintage clock design was right for my home. There are tons of different options that offer unique styles and attitudes. I had to focus on which items would suit my home’s décor before narrowing down my search. This turned out to be one of the most important steps in choosing a vintage clock for my home.
Next I had to decide if I wanted a piece that hung on the wall or one that stands. This would require also deciding if the standing piece would be a vintage clock for a mantle or one that is embedded in a decorative stature. There are a lot of various designs of standing vintage clocks that may leave your head spinning.
I decided that a hanging vintage clock would suit my needs better than one that rests on a table or mantle. Having an idea of what I was looking for really helped me narrow down the options into a manageable list. However, I had to find where to find the vintage clock and that was a whole other challenge.
Before deciding where to shop I had to consider whether I wanted an actual antique or whether I would prefer a vintage clock that is a reproduction. Purchasing an antique was really appealing to me but when I considered what could go wrong with the many gears and parts in an authentic vintage clock; I decided to forgo the antiques.
This meant that the antique stores were off my list of shopping destinations. I could opt to shop around in stores like Marshalls or TJ Maxx to find the right vintage clock that had the look of an antique without the hassle of getting parts and repairs in the near future.
I also found that shopping online for a vintage clock is a great option that saves me a lot of running around. I can find what I’m looking for in a few minutes. If I go to the traditional stores I might spend way more time than I ever wanted to for the vintage clock.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Vintage Music Box With Piece Of History
Music boxes have a long and interesting history. Their rise to popularity began in the 19th century, and all these years later you can find a music box in nearly any home. The modern incarnations of music boxes come in so many shapes and sizes, one might think that they would make vintage music boxes obsolete. However, nothing could be farther from the truth. The serious collectors of music boxes know that they would be remiss if they did not have at least one vintage music box in their collection.
We have all seen the music box that, when opened, reveals a dancing ballerina who performs gracefully to the twinkling sound of the music box. As fun as such a display can be it has nothing on its ancestors. How about opening the lid and revealing a miniature town, complete with a functioning train that circles the town on its own set of rails, all to the tune of “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad?” Or perhaps you prefer the subtle elegance of a handcrafted cylindrical wood cabinet with a circular glass cover that reveals the intricate musical movement inside? Such is the diversity of the vintage music box. But whether your interest lies in the whimsical novelty of a railroad, or the sublime craftsmanship of a Swiss cylinder, you need to understand a few basics regarding a vintage music box.
The vintage music box can be divided into two basic forms: the disk and the cylinder. The first music boxes used cylinders, and later versions utilized the less expensive and more easily manufactured disks. In both versions, tiny prongs on the cylinder or disk would pluck the teeth of a metal comb in the music box, and it was the vibration which ensued that created the tone of a musical note. If you are serious about purchasing, or simply understanding, the vintage music box, then you must turn your attention to the comb.
The key to beautiful music in your music box is the integrity of the comb. Are all the teeth intact? Are they bent? Do they have small pits that indicate previous repairs? Are they rusty? The answers to those questions will clue you in to the quality of the music box you are examining. Another thing to look for is a large comb. A small comb usually means a small sound with a limited range of notes as well. It is important to avoid falling in love with a vintage music box based on how it looks while ignoring how it sounds. Good quality music boxes have a quality musical movement.
The vintage music box has a broad appeal and is readily available at antique shops and online brokers. Be sure to do your homework before purchasing a vintage music box because they can costs thousands of dollars, or more! But a vintage music box is more than just an heirloom or conversation piece; it is an investment that can pay dividends in its monetary value and entertainment value as well.
We have all seen the music box that, when opened, reveals a dancing ballerina who performs gracefully to the twinkling sound of the music box. As fun as such a display can be it has nothing on its ancestors. How about opening the lid and revealing a miniature town, complete with a functioning train that circles the town on its own set of rails, all to the tune of “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad?” Or perhaps you prefer the subtle elegance of a handcrafted cylindrical wood cabinet with a circular glass cover that reveals the intricate musical movement inside? Such is the diversity of the vintage music box. But whether your interest lies in the whimsical novelty of a railroad, or the sublime craftsmanship of a Swiss cylinder, you need to understand a few basics regarding a vintage music box.
The vintage music box can be divided into two basic forms: the disk and the cylinder. The first music boxes used cylinders, and later versions utilized the less expensive and more easily manufactured disks. In both versions, tiny prongs on the cylinder or disk would pluck the teeth of a metal comb in the music box, and it was the vibration which ensued that created the tone of a musical note. If you are serious about purchasing, or simply understanding, the vintage music box, then you must turn your attention to the comb.
The key to beautiful music in your music box is the integrity of the comb. Are all the teeth intact? Are they bent? Do they have small pits that indicate previous repairs? Are they rusty? The answers to those questions will clue you in to the quality of the music box you are examining. Another thing to look for is a large comb. A small comb usually means a small sound with a limited range of notes as well. It is important to avoid falling in love with a vintage music box based on how it looks while ignoring how it sounds. Good quality music boxes have a quality musical movement.
The vintage music box has a broad appeal and is readily available at antique shops and online brokers. Be sure to do your homework before purchasing a vintage music box because they can costs thousands of dollars, or more! But a vintage music box is more than just an heirloom or conversation piece; it is an investment that can pay dividends in its monetary value and entertainment value as well.
Goodness Of Investing In Vintage Art Musicals
Investing in a Vintage guitar is proving to be a very profitable investment. And it is not just the Big Name Guitars that are increasing in value.
Many lesser known but beautifully designed guitars are also becoming favorites with Vintage Guitar collectors.
While the Big boys in the Vintage Guitar industry such as...Gibson...Fender...Gretsch and Martin all lead in the price category (a Vintage Les Paul from the 1950s can run upwards of $400,000.00).
Some brands such as Teisco, Kay and Harmony can be purchased for as little as $300.00 to $600.00 and will only increase in value over time.
As in any investment you must do your due diligence. Study the market, decide at what price range you want to enter in.
Do you want to invest in an "A" class vintage guitar such as Vintage Gibson Guitars or Vintage Fender Guitars? Or are you more comfortable with lesser priced models such as Vintage Stella Guitars or Vintage Harmony Guitars?
Either way you need to study...get yourself informed...and buy smart. There are many buying guides and websites to visit to start to get yourself familiar with the guitars. You should also go to the Vintage Guitar Shops in your area to look the guitars and over ask questions. Ultimately it is your knowledge and / or trust in your dealer that will determine your success.
Many lesser known but beautifully designed guitars are also becoming favorites with Vintage Guitar collectors.
While the Big boys in the Vintage Guitar industry such as...Gibson...Fender...Gretsch and Martin all lead in the price category (a Vintage Les Paul from the 1950s can run upwards of $400,000.00).
Some brands such as Teisco, Kay and Harmony can be purchased for as little as $300.00 to $600.00 and will only increase in value over time.
As in any investment you must do your due diligence. Study the market, decide at what price range you want to enter in.
Do you want to invest in an "A" class vintage guitar such as Vintage Gibson Guitars or Vintage Fender Guitars? Or are you more comfortable with lesser priced models such as Vintage Stella Guitars or Vintage Harmony Guitars?
Either way you need to study...get yourself informed...and buy smart. There are many buying guides and websites to visit to start to get yourself familiar with the guitars. You should also go to the Vintage Guitar Shops in your area to look the guitars and over ask questions. Ultimately it is your knowledge and / or trust in your dealer that will determine your success.
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