Sunday, March 24, 2013

And The Bead Goes On: Part I

And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown


And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

And The Bead Goes On, NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

NC Fashion Blog, Southern Style Blog, The Mint Museum, Moments by Donna photography, vintage beaded gown

Dress: Vintage. Gloves: Old. Shoes: Stuart Weitzman (old), similar pair. Earrings: Belonged to my Grandmother. Bracelet: Belonged to my Grandmother-in-law. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar.

I don't take advantage of the arts available to our community nearly as much as I should.  I believe the last time I visited The Mint Museum was for the Chanel exhibit.  Not a chance I would miss that, but in addition to the first rate fashions on display, there is so much more for you to drink in on any visit to The Mint Museum.  Thanks to a reader, I was informed about the And the Bead Goes On exhibit currently on display.  I immediately phoned Donna, so we could hustle on over to The Mint, where I found the occasion to be the absolute perfect, yet long awaited one for wearing this vintage dress I inherited from a family member.  My first instinct was that it is an old debutante dress, but unfortunately, I have not been able to verify who it belonged to or where it was worn.  Alas, all good things come to those who wait proves true in the case of this dress, but do not delay on viewing the exquisite garments in And The Bead Goes On, for it ends March 31st. I've pictured a few of my personal favorites from the exhibit, including this short black Lanvin runway dress purchased via the museum's Auxiliary Costume Fund, as well as three dresses designed by a local high school student; impressively fitting to say the least.

Thanks so much for being here!  Whitley

A few beaded items I love: Jacket, Tank, Party Dress, Long GownClutch, and Maternity never looked so chic

15 comments:

  1. You know I LOVE this dress. It is simply perfect. You are so lucky!

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  2. Unfortunately there aren't enough occasions for really dressing up in a long gown these days. Your dress is awesome and it would be great if you can find out about its history.
    Last summer I finally had a chance wearing a long golden dress when I attended a ball in honour of the Queen's 60th Jubilee.

    You look stunning!

    Annette
    Lady of Style

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    1. Annette,
      You are so right. Thank you. I've asked my Mom about the dress, but I might have to reach out to aunts. I would love to see the golden dress you mention!... in honour of the Queen's 60th Jubilee? That sounds very important! :)... Please send me a pic if you are able!
      Whitley

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  3. I LOVE GLOVES!! I would kill to have the opportunity or an event where they would be appropriate. There is nothing more feminine in my opinion than that!!

    OliviaMoone

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  4. You look so amazing - I love a reason to get all dolled up, but it doesn't happen that often! And the fact you are wearing sunglasses is awesome -you are too cool for school girl! This is so fun! I want to come hang out with you and be your fashion sidekick :)

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

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  5. So glamorous!!

    xo Ashley
    http://www.ashnfashn.com

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  6. Lovely pieces. I love that first dress, so cute!

    -Vogue&Heels
    vogueandheels.com

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  7. Chanel exhibit?? I would have died and gone to heaven!

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  8. You are so fabulous Whitley! Your comments always make my day, you are so sweet! Thanks!! I want your toned body & seriously you look stunning in that dress!!!
    xoAmy
    www.dreamingincashmere.com

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  9. OMG! I wish i get a chance to wear a nice long gown with gloves too! you look really great!

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  10. wow, this dress is stunning and lovely on you my dear!!!

    Love, Ylenia from Longuette

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