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10/01/2026

Fashion History - Icons, designers and trendsetters: 1970s

Ready for a little 1970s magic? From Halston’s sleek glamour to DVF’s wrap dress and Debbie Harry’s cool girl edge, these icons still inspire. Which vibe are you choosing today, boho, disco, or punk? ✨

Step into the 1970s with the icons, designers and trendsetters who shaped the decade, from Halston and Diane Von Fürstenberg to Cher, Bianca Jagger and Debbie Harry.

03/01/2026

Vintage hobbies by decade

Discover charming vintage hobbies from the 1930s to the 1970s. Explore old fashioned pastimes and learn how to try these vintage inspired hobbies in your modern home.

27/12/2025

1940s Workwear for Women

The 1940s transformed women’s workwear into practical and stylish outfits amid wartime realities. Rationing led to durable designs, with tailored suits and uniforms prioritizing function. Women’s clothing adapted to various roles, featuring sturdy fabrics and neat silhouettes. This era showcased resilience and creativity while balancing practicality and feminine charm in fashion....

The 1940s transformed women’s workwear into practical and stylish outfits amid wartime realities. Rationing led to durable designs, with tailored suits and uniforms prioritizing function. Women’s c…

20/12/2025

Get the Look: Carmen Miranda Vintage Style Guide

Channel Carmen Miranda’s iconic 1940s tropical style with our vintage fashion guide. Discover outfits, hair, makeup and accessories to recreate her joyful look.

13/12/2025

History of Avon Cosmetics: From California Perfume to Global Beauty

Discover the history of Avon cosmetics, from its 1886 roots in New York to a London based global beauty brand empowering women through direct selling.

06/12/2025

Sir Norman Hartnell: The Crown’s Couturier and a Legacy Sewn in Silk

Discover the life and legacy of Norman Hartnell, royal fashion designer to Queen Elizabeth II and a pioneer of mid-century glamour. From Mayfair salons to coronation gowns, explore his story.

29/11/2025

Freshen Vintage Clothing at Home

A friendly guide to freshening vintage clothing at home. Learn about gentle cleansing, odour removal, stain triage, and climate specific storage for your treasured pieces.

22/11/2025

Hippie Fashion of the 1960s and 1970s: What They Wore and Why it Still Inspires Us

Hello lovely. Today we’re stepping into a world of swirling skirts, peace signs, and sun soaked idealism. This is the enchanting universe of hippie fashion, a look shaped by freedom rebellion, comm…

15/11/2025

Get the Look: Diana Ross 1970s glamour

Diana Ross wasn’t just a singer, she was a phenomenon. With her soaring voice, magnetic presence, and gowns that sparkled, she defined 1970s disco glamour. Every entrance felt like a moment and eve…

07/11/2025

Lipstick trends from the 1920s to the 1970s

Step through beauty history with Oh So Delightful’s guide to vintage lipstick trends. Discover how lipstick evolved from 1920s flapper reds to 1970s disco gloss — and learn how to recreate each tim…

11/10/2025

Colleen Corby: The Teen Model who Defined 1960s Fashion

Colleen Corby became one of the most beloved faces of the 1960s fashion. With her soft smile and effortless style, she transformed what it meant to be a teen model, blending youthful innocence with…

04/10/2025

Vintage Habits Worth Bringing Back

There’s something endlessly appealing about the way women used to move through the world. Every gesture had a purpose, even small moments carried a thoughtfulness and grace. Sometimes life to…