New Year Sparkle

New Year's Eve is one night of the year that calls for something, short, sparkly and fun.  This dress would be perfect.  Happy New Year!

New Arrival

This little knit 1960s number arrived in store today. The classic high neck style combined with the cute tassle belt and bright knit stripes gives it a fun edge.  It is in immaculate vintage condition and is a Size 12.  Price $89 For more info visit http://www.closetmelbourne.com/ or contact us at info@closetmelbourne.com

Dita in Dove Grey

We love this image of Dita in dove grey Dior, her styling as always is immaculate.

Happy Holidays

Hope you are all enjoying a fabulous holiday break xx

Delightful Dior

Here are some fabulous vintage Dior shots from the 1940s and 1950s, including photoshoots and catwalk images. We love the beautiful tailoring evident in Christian Dior's work, as each piece is uniquely flattering and stylish.

Happy Weekend!

This 1950 Clifford Coffin for Vogue image is perfect inspiration for a day spent by the pool. We hope you have a fantastic weekend x

Red Accent

We love these vintage images from the 1940s and 1950s, as each is highlighted with a touch of red x

Welcome Summer

It's the first day of summer here in Melbourne, and although the weather doesn't necessarily reflect this today, we are still always excited for breezy, bright and colourful fashions. This gorgeous collection by Mary Katrantzou, from the Spring 2011 ready to wear runway, was the first individual show for the designer. While she used relatively basic shapes and cuts, her prints had amazing depth and symmetry, which created almost abstract optical illusions. Inspired by the importance of backgrounds in photographs, Katrantzou "wanted to put the room on the woman, rather than the woman in the room". She even used detailing such as curtain-like chiffons, wall sconce necklaces and dangling crystals like those on vintage lampshades. We love the contrast of simplicity and intricacy in her collection, definitely a label to watch!

Lanvin for H&M

Designer collaborations have been increasingly popular, and the latest one to make a huge impact has been Lanvin for H&M. Here is a small taste of their collection which debuted last week and will no doubt be a sellout. Taking haute couture to the streets, the playful range has already been snapped up by a number of celebrities. Hope you are having a lovely weekend x

Elegant Ekberg

Anita Ekberg was a Swedish model in the 1950s who won a contract with Universal Studios and went on to star in a number of 1950s and 1960s films including the famed La Dolce Vita (1960). These beautiful vintage photographs and film stills are just a few examples of what made Ekberg a celebrated pin-up in her time.

Beautiful Beach

The weather is finally heating up for the summer, so draw some inspiration from these lovely vintage beach images from the 1950s and 1960s.

Happy Weekend!

Hope you have a lovely weekend relaxing in the sun! x

Brilliant Bergdorf

Bergdorf Goodman Department Store in New York is known for it's masterful window displays, which have been consistently creative and inspirational over the past decade. The aim is to keep an element of surprise in their displays, meaning they often contrast very extravagant creations with starker exhibits, and showcase high-end designer fashions against backgrounds of antiques and brick-a-brack. Drawing inspiration from films, books, locations and animals, it can take up to a year to collect items for a single window.

Beautiful New Stock Has Arrived Including HUGO BOSS!

We have just updated our webstore http://www.closetmelbourne.com/ with some beautiful new items including this stunning HUGO BOSS full length dress. If you would like to make a purchase directly through the blog please leave a comment or contact us at info@closetmelbourne.com. We accept bank deposit, PayPal and credit card, and happily post to international customers. Please see our website for other gorgeous new and vintage items including garments, scarves and jewellery!



1. HUGO BOSS full length cream shell beaded dress. Size 12.

Fully lined in two layers of silk. Stitch detail on bodice with
mother of pearl beading on straps and waist. Low back with shell detail.

PRICE $365

Happy Weekend!

This gorgeous Dior Haute Couture gown draws inspiration from Japanese origami art and is a fantastic example of the amazing detailing that goes into couture pieces. Hope you have had a lovely weekend! x

Dior Does It Again

Everyone eagerly awaited Dior's Spring 2011 show following their spectacular floral-themed couture parade earlier this year. Again John Galliano flaunted his talents, juxtaposing masculine parkas and jackets against embroidered floral dresses and bright tropical prints as he moved towards a nautical theme.

Casual Tuesday

It is no secret that you can find interesting and unique fashion trends and innovations on models and fashionistas snapped on the street.  Here are a few of our recent favourites.

Happy Weekend

Here is a beautiful image of popular model Lara Stone in a shoot from Vogue.

Hope you have had a lovely, relaxing weekend! x