Vintage Fashion Blog
My name is Dominique de Merteuil. I'm a vintage fashion blogger, founder and sole author of It’s Beyond My Control, your ultimate guide to vintage fashion. With over two decades of experience, meticulous research, and an enduring passion for fashion from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s—which I proudly wear every day—I’m here to share the timeless beauty of bygone eras. There’s a world of exquisite vintage treasures waiting to be discovered, so join me on this fascinating journey and embrace the irresistible charm of true vintage fashion. My credo: Life is too short to wear ordinary clothes!
There is a certain hush that surrounds Dorothy Hubbs dresses from the 1940s and 1950s in the grand narrative of mid-century fashion history. And yet, they are,precisely tailored, simple yet beautifully constructed, and far more influential than they are often credited for today. In studying the structured silhouettes of the 1940s and the softened elegance of the 1950s, I found…
How to wear a vintage brooch is one of the questions I’m asked very often, and the answer lies in understanding how women styled these remarkable pieces from the 1930s through the 1950s. There is something irresistibly powerful about a vintage brooch, and I say that as someone who has lived with them for most of my life. No matter…
Adam Leja, The Man Who Lives and Breathes Vintage Couture In the rarefied world of vintage haute couture, where artistry meets obsession and fabric becomes history, few names command the reverence of Adam Leja.An art historian, connoisseur of Art Deco jewellery, and one of the world’s most distinguished collectors of vintage couture, Adam has spent decades preserving garments that would…
