Is this the best piece of vintage I own?
That is a bit like asking a Mother to choose her favourite child. This late 60’s early 70’s silver vintage lurex jumpsuit is one of my top ten vintage pieces without a doubt.
I didn’t even spot this in the vintage clothing store. I skipped right by it on the hanger. I’m so happy the sales associate picked it out for me. Don’t you love it when sales associates are truly helpful?
This jumpsuit easily made the cut for NYC and the blogger meet-up.
I couldn’t believe it fit me so well when I tried it on. Did I mention how comfortable it is?
And yet, I feel like a movie star in it. It is like having your cake and eating it too.
Is it pants? Is it a dress? It is love?
Oh yes!
This vintage jumpsuit is flashy, unusual and chic. It makes me feel three inches taller and ten years younger. Every piece of clothing in my closet needs to start living up to those standards.
I’m so disappointed that the little vintage store in Elora where I bought this has closed. They have an Etsy store, but it isn’t nearly as exciting.
Ah well, I’ll just be happy with the treasures I scored there over the years, especially this last beauty.
Do you have a favourite item of clothing that makes you feel special?
Linking up with What I Wore, I Will Wear What I Like, Shoe and Tell, Turning Heads Tuesdays, Throw Back Thursdays, Fun Fashion Friday,
Andrea@WellnessNotes says
Amazing jumpsuit! And even better that it’s comfortable!!!
Shybiker says
Whoa!! Definite movie-star material! Suzanne on the red carpet!
CiCi Marie says
Amazing jumpsuit! You do look like you should be on a red carpet in it. Whenever I get a dress that truly fits, that tends to be when something makes me feel amazing! A pretty rare day for this short lady…
Ada says
This silver metallic jumpsuit is stunning. No wonder it is the best vintage piece you own, Suzanne. I love it and your styling is perfect, too.
Patti says
Beautiful movie star, you! I can see why it’s a favorite. I’m checking out their Etsy store just in the wild hopes another treasure like this will appear. xox
-Patti
http://notdeadyetstyle.com
Porcelina says
Wowza, I bet you feel like you can take on the world wearing that! It’s just wonderful on you. I don’t own a jumpsuit, but now I want one!! Xx
Connie* says
You DO look like a movie star. Yes, we should expect our clothes to elevate our spirit. As for my magical outfit….I haven’t found it yet.
Melanie says
Holy jamoly, these are SERIOUS celebrity photos. I like them! You DO look like a movie star. Cool photo of you with the hair across your face, not that I don’t like seeing your face, but it’s arty. And I love your pic and bio in the sidebar too. Heart emoticons.
This jumpsuit is a treasure. I’m so glad you found it with the help of the sales associate. My fave piece? Probably my shaggy maxi rock-star coat but I’ve been known to change my mind.
Elements of Ellis says
Wow! That is a stunning piece! Thank goodness for that helpful sales person for pointing this out to you!
http://elementsofellis.com/
No Fear of Fashion says
You do look like a moviestar. And yes I love it when a sales assistant is helpful (and knowledgeable). They can sell me anything if they are good. You know what a sucker I am.
A jumpsuit, a dress, silver, so unique, so fitting, so comfortable…. yes definitely in your top ten.
AMAZING AWESOME.
Greetje
No Fear of Fashion says
Ron loves it too. He doesn’t like what I was wearing today (two new outfits…) but he does like what you wear. I might kill him quietly when he sleeps.
Greetje
suzanne carillo says
Ha ha! Watch out Ron ; 0
Señora Allnut says
wouuu, it’s an awesome piece, and you look absolutely Stunning wearing it, oh yeah, like a RockStar!!!, fabulousness!!!. It even moves when you walk!!!
I think my most loved vintage pieces are related to good stories, things that happened to me when I bought them and so.
besos
suzanne carillo says
This piece is so fluid when I walk. I feel like I need to constantly be moving so people get to see it in action.
Clothing with stories is clothing we normally hang onto for life.
nancy @ adore to adorn says
there are not enough words to describe how wonderful this jumpsuit is and how great you look in it!
xo,
nancy
dan says
Wonderful jumpsuit, Suzanne! You really look like a movie star … I have no vintage clothings but … many clothes that I love in special way …
Paperesse says
I can see why you like it, it’s a beaut! And it looks great on you, too.
Happiness at Mid Life says
WOW!! This is just stunning!! I want all my clothes to make me taller and slimmer. I have no words on how gorgeous this look is.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see your Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
Anonymous says
Swishy swooshy
Glinty sparkly
Figure moldingy
Panty skirty
And comfy!
What’s not to love!
So gorgeous…very jealous xo Jazzy Jack
suzanne carillo says
Loved this! : )
Jazzy Jack says
Swishy swooshy
Glinty sparkly
Figure moldingy
Panty skirty
And comfy!
What’s not to love!
So gorgeous…very jealous xo Jazzy Jack
PS your handmade bag and blue suede boots are perfect the accompaniment
PPS I don’t really own anything especially vintage. I have some nice things I’ve made, and some second hand things I love. Like silk shirts and wool coats. Also some nice boots and shoes. But I don’t live in your rarified air. Have to raise the kids first!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
OH Suzanne! You are gorgeous! This is such a one of kind garment…absolutely beautiful! I can see how it would easily be a favourite!
PS I love your new photo at the top!
Lana says
Absolutely stunning. Looks like it was made for you, both in style and fit. I like your new clothing mantra – keeping that in mind as I clean out my closet!
Jade Lee Wright says
I usually love raiding my mum and grans cupboards when I feel like looking vintage – but this playsuit is gorgeous!!!! Wow. You look incredible – like an absolute supermodel.
Stunning babe and with the color of your hair the silver is just perfect.
New follower! Really hope to keep in touch xxx
http://www.bohemianmuses.blogspot.com
suzanne carillo says
Thanks for popping by Jade : )
Vix says
That is one incredible piece and the photos do it absolute justice!
I’ve never met a vintage garment I didn’t love! xxx
Tiina L says
It’s a stunning piece, and you look just amazing! Beyoncé better look out, there’s a classier act in town…
Petite Silver Vixen says
I shall now expect every photograph of you to have a hoard of papparazzi stalking you in the background being fended off by your entourage!
That is one outfit of red carpet magnitute. And of course, those booties, I just love those booties.
Elle says
That is because you look like a movie star! favorite, yes! Love the retro , but timeless look and the way the fabric moves! Adore the blue velvet booties, and the floral clutch is perfect with it.
I would agree with your premise , probably my favorite vintage pieces ( and this will be no suppose to you) are bags .. My $3.00 leopard round bag leaps to mind ( from a tag sale)
You look amazing! I hope you are feeling well too.
xx, Elle
http://www.mydailycostume.com
suzanne carillo says
I knew it would be bags for you : ) Although you do have quite a good selection of everything.
Just getting over the flu that my husband gifted me. Nice guy.
Curtise says
Oh my! That is a stunning piece of clothing, old or new! Spectacular photos, and a really amazing find, you look wonderful! xxx
Darlene Fadem says
You look STUNNING in it! Love how you styled it!
Darlene
Kristian says
“Is it pants? Is it a dress? Is it love?” Not sure about the first two but definitely the last one! You DO look like a movie star! And its comfortable! And so unique 😀
Hmmm…. best vintage you own? That’s a tricky one to answer, now that I’m trying to decide…
cherie says
That is an incredible dress! Stunning and it does fit you perfectly. I also love that you paired it with your blue suede booties and your floral clutch.
Thank you for linking up with SHOE AND TELL on Style Nudge!!
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com
Shelley@ForestCityFashionista says
The jumpsuit is a stellar piece of vintage, and yes, I would like all my clothing to make me feel taller, slimmer and younger. The sparkly swishy-ness of it is very glam – definitely a red-carpet piece.
I have a number of pieces of vintage I love – the two Japanese haoris that I purchased last year in New York get worn often and I feel kind of elegant when I wear them.
Jennifer says
Now that is STUNNING! The only vintage I own, I bought new. Getting old has it’s benefits! You look fantastic!
XX
jess says
I love this, and how it flows on you! Gorgeous glamourous shape! Its a winner!
Thanks for linking up with TH Tuesday!
jess xx
wwwelegantlydressedandstylish,com
carmen says
Where’s the red carpet? Seriously, you’d outshine the Hollywood stars in this outfit!!
A M A Z I N G ! ! ! !
♥ carmen
Jodie filogomo says
jumping jahosafats!!! What a marvelous piece on you!! jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Anna says
The jumpsuit looks so luxe and comfortable. I totally agree. It’s greatness! <3
– Anna
http://www.melodicthriftychic.com
anja says
Can I just say: “Wow!!!”
That is One Gorgeous Item!!!! I want one too!!!
A great find, dear. It looks so magnificent on you.