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Todays post has been quite a while in the making. Something extra special indeed.
I was recently honoured to have my work included on the calendar of events for the National Trust’s Mannequin Exhibition at Como House & Gardens. The exhibition focused on the work of Australia’s top models from the 1950′s and 60′s, showcasing their commercial images, behind the scenes stories and snaps, wonderful garments and presentations by some of the women themselves.
Bringing the feel of a 1950′s fashion salon show to life in all its elegance and glamour, my wonderful team of models were simply divine as they floated through the grand ballroom. And yes, this time you get to share in a piece of the magic… So please, pour yourself a glass of champagne and sit back and enjoy the ambience of the 1950′s Vintage Salon Show at Como House & Gardens 2011.
( I recommend clicking the little arrows to expand this and watch in full screen if you can)
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Many thanks to my wonderful models; Miss Marianne, Miss Geeves, Miss Kesenya, Dolores Daiqueri, Miss Sharon, Foxtrot India and Bonnie Rose.
As well as my right hand ladies backstage; Catherine Phillips and Heather Walters
All of the garments and accessories featured are from the private collections of Candice DeVille, Bonnie Rose Vintage and Madam Virtue & Co.
All images and video footage was splendidly shot by Finessence photography. (Please note – all images are copyright to Finessence and Candice DeVille P/L and may not be used without prior permission)
And a big thank you to the wonderful staff at Como House & Gardens for all their assistance.
What an absolutely beautiful video! Thank you so much for putting it together, it’s nice to be able to catch up on all things Vintage even when we can’t make it to the events.
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So pretty! I love all those garments. Wish I knew it was on otherwise I would have gone along!
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Dear Candice, thanks so much for putting that up on your blog. I couldn’t make the show so it was great to see it online. I absolutely loved the New Look coat and hat that you have featured at the top of your post. That coat HAS to be Lilli Ann – it is gorgeous! Also loved the wedding dress – it makes me want to get married all over again! Looking fwd to seeing you next weekend at the Lindy Charm night out. Cheers, Maria
O, what a pretty video! Makes me wish I had *at least* half the clothing featured, or at least something similar. Patterns, maybe? But that coat, that coat! I want something like it so badly. And the young girl’s face, when she saw the lady in that pink frothy dress…she looked like she loved that dress!
Dear Candice,
I am a big fan of your blog but not much of a commenter, however I just wanted to say how much I enjoy reading it. The video was really wonderful and all of the outfits and the models were superb.
Thanks again regards Bernice.
Now I’ll be nostalgic all day long. What a beautiful show and gorgeous ladies and the atmosphere. Sigh…
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Gorgeous!
what a lovely video! thank you for posting it! what a fabulous collection. I especially loved the lingerie. Lovely to see one of my other favorite bloggers- esme and the laneway as one of your beautiful models! x
Stunning dresses, pretty models and beautiful show — Amazing! The garments portrayed look elegant and class. I also enjoyed the videos and the pictures are great of your blog.
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