Glamour Girls Guide to Online Shopping

Ok, Online shopping opens up a whole new world to Glamour Girls everywhere. It’s not my favorite–I need to see how things fit before I buy–but you can’t beat the convenience of lying in bed in your pajamas and ordering a spectacular pair of shoes to your doorstep. I, of course, love all things vintage and retro, so here’s my list of favorite online shopping:
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My favorite shop of all time is located in New Orleans and since I no longer live there, I get my fix by visiting their website. I have spent so much time trying on their different styles of dresses that I know why looks good on me and I know the prints and fabrics. I LOVE their silks and velvets–they are incomparable. And the halter Trixie style in silk–I own several of them and they look great on everyone. Candace Gwynn is a genius at designing retro dresses for modern women to flatter many different body types. My all time favorite purchase from there: my black and ivory silk velvet Garbo coat. A showstopper piece that is comfortable, glamorous, and stunning all at the same time!

My other favorite shop for buying retro style clothing online is Pinup Girl Clothing. I have loved everything I have bought–especially their retro swimsuits which ooze glamour. They are always coming out with new styles, and they carry my favorite line of handbags: Lux Deville.

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