Iconic Moschino "Dress Me Up" 1990s Bodycon Maxi Dress
1980s Chanel Giant Button Pleated Silk Dress
Celine 1970s Maxi Wrap Dress with Logo Straps
Bernard Perris 1980s Lace Cocktail Dress
All items available on http://www.bustownmodern.com
5.14.2014
Spring Noir
Spring is the season for florals + pastels, picnics + brunches. It's also a season of beautiful weather where the nights are filled with parties, weddings, fancy late-night dinners + other social soirees that call for something a little nicer than your typical sundress. Look your best in a classic LBD from Bustown Modern!
Iconic Moschino "Dress Me Up" 1990s Bodycon Maxi Dress
1980s Chanel Giant Button Pleated Silk Dress
Celine 1970s Maxi Wrap Dress with Logo Straps
Bernard Perris 1980s Lace Cocktail Dress
All items available on http://www.bustownmodern.com
Iconic Moschino "Dress Me Up" 1990s Bodycon Maxi Dress
1980s Chanel Giant Button Pleated Silk Dress
Celine 1970s Maxi Wrap Dress with Logo Straps
Bernard Perris 1980s Lace Cocktail Dress
All items available on http://www.bustownmodern.com
3.18.2014
Reduce, Reuse, Moschino
From his earliest collections, Franco Moschino used his successes as a platform to push for positive change. His often used his signature tongue-in-cheek humor to champion more serious causes of peace, equality, HIV awareness and other social issues. Prior to his death in 1994 and continued in the following years, was a particular focus on environmental issues.
In 1995, a line of swimwear was launched with graphic text urging us to "Save Our Seas" and "Stop Using Our Oceans as a W.C."
Image courtesy of Moschino by Lucia Stoppini
For what turned out to be Franco's final collection, Moschino became one of the first fashion houses to launch an Ecocouture collection made entirely of environmentally responsible materials under their "Nature Friendly Garment" label.
Now under the reigns of Jeremy Scott, Moschino is still making a statement. While more a comment on marketing and capitalism, it can be argued that much of his debut collection, by repurposing fast food packaging, is also making a statement on our throw-away society and our need to reduce and reuse.
In the perfect balance of Moschino's use of humor to poke fun at fashion while also promoting a worthy cause comes this incredible c.1999 piece from the short lived Moschino LIFE (Love, Irony, Freedom, and Energy) line.
Rare Moschino "Recycle" Trash Bag Dress. Absolutely incredible find - we've never seen another for sale anywhere! Coated cotton "sack" construction with gathered, standing neckline + rectangular "paper-bag" like sides. Recycle is written upside-down in metallic silver. Gives new meaning to the phrase "sack dress."
Available at http://www.bustownmodern.com
In 1995, a line of swimwear was launched with graphic text urging us to "Save Our Seas" and "Stop Using Our Oceans as a W.C."
Image courtesy of Moschino by Lucia Stoppini
For what turned out to be Franco's final collection, Moschino became one of the first fashion houses to launch an Ecocouture collection made entirely of environmentally responsible materials under their "Nature Friendly Garment" label.
Now under the reigns of Jeremy Scott, Moschino is still making a statement. While more a comment on marketing and capitalism, it can be argued that much of his debut collection, by repurposing fast food packaging, is also making a statement on our throw-away society and our need to reduce and reuse.
In the perfect balance of Moschino's use of humor to poke fun at fashion while also promoting a worthy cause comes this incredible c.1999 piece from the short lived Moschino LIFE (Love, Irony, Freedom, and Energy) line.
Rare Moschino "Recycle" Trash Bag Dress. Absolutely incredible find - we've never seen another for sale anywhere! Coated cotton "sack" construction with gathered, standing neckline + rectangular "paper-bag" like sides. Recycle is written upside-down in metallic silver. Gives new meaning to the phrase "sack dress."
Available at http://www.bustownmodern.com
3.12.2014
Gracias!
A big THANK YOU to Harper's Bazaar Argentina for including us on their list of LA's top 5 "must shop" vintage destinations! We're honored!
2.01.2014
The Great Gucci Cape(r)
1970s Gucci is synonymous with logo print handbags and purses. It should, however, be synonymous with beautiful leather outerwear adorned with enameled tigers, serpents and luxurious furs. It was truly a stunning time for Gucci outerwear and hasn't been rivaled until some of their collections in recent years.
We're pleased to offer this amazing and insanely rare vintage 1970s Gucci suede + lynx fur cape. Butter soft brown suede cape with massive lynx fur mantle. Double "G" enameled logo buttons up front. Fully monogrammed lining. Made in Italy. Excellent condition. Truly a stunning, and rare piece.
Available at http://www.bustownmodern.com
For more info, email us at info@bustownmodern.com or call the store at 323.951.0290.
You can also visit us in person at:
Bustown Modern
8166 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Please note -- items for sale on our webstore are often stored off-site. If you'd like to view an online item in store, please call or email at least 24 hours in advance to make arrangements.
We're pleased to offer this amazing and insanely rare vintage 1970s Gucci suede + lynx fur cape. Butter soft brown suede cape with massive lynx fur mantle. Double "G" enameled logo buttons up front. Fully monogrammed lining. Made in Italy. Excellent condition. Truly a stunning, and rare piece.
Available at http://www.bustownmodern.com
For more info, email us at info@bustownmodern.com or call the store at 323.951.0290.
You can also visit us in person at:
Bustown Modern
8166 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Please note -- items for sale on our webstore are often stored off-site. If you'd like to view an online item in store, please call or email at least 24 hours in advance to make arrangements.
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