Flapper Dress Alert!

 Four fabulous flapper dresses- can you guess which one is not an original? Find out tomorrow when we list them all in our Etsy store.

Thanks for looking!

Spring Has Sprung!

Late 1930's floral print rayon jersey skirt and top set (298.) 1940's lucite and felt box bag (125.) and 30's navy heels (68.)

Beautiful 1950's eyelash lace tiered wedding dress, over sized pearls (48.) and a beaded handbag (68.)

Amazing Margorie Montgomery hand painted with 3D felt fish (sold) and matching 1950's seashell trimmed heels (78.)

Rare 1950's Columbus themed circle skirt and blouse combo, 398. 

Beautiful sherbet colored 50's gingham dress (sold) late 1940's baby doll heels (78.) and a 50's Coro necklace (sold).

Amazing 1930s rayon crepe evening gown (398.) gorgeous 1930's buckle front suede heels (125.) and 50's beaded bag. (68.)

Fabulous 1960s ribbon weave dress (248.) the 40's felt and lucite bag (125.) and adorable 60's turquoise and green leather kitten heels (68.)

Adorable 1950s cotton abstract gingham print day dress (148.) Baby doll heels (78.) and red belt. 

Exquisite 1960s Sari silk cocktail dress and jacket- mint condition (448.) Perfect for a mother of the bride! 

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld silk lace fan dress, (498.) Size 6.


 This week we have been extra busy filling the store with all of our brand new spring merch. All winter long I have been stashing away summer dresses, hats and accessories just waiting for the right time to put them all out. The good stuff is going really fast though--as you can see a few of the things have sold before I had a chance to show them off! We also just got in new Voluspa candles, Butter London nail polishes and Tocca perfume. Now is the time to stop in!

So you're going to a "Gatsby" party….

1920's silk chiffon beaded flapper dress, art deco comb and 1930s perforated heels.  

1980's does 1920's flapper dress, 30's hat and 1960s shoes. Dress and hat have already sold…to someone going to a "Gatsby" party. 

1920's wedding dress with lace sleeves. For the Gatsby bride... available in the bridal salon. 

1930s heels and Whiting and Davis silver mesh bag. 

 Let me guess…you've been invited to a Gatsby themed party. Whether a school auction, a company party or high school dance everything this year is Gatsby. Don't worry, here at Xtabay we've got you covered. Our stylish staff can throw together the cutest Gatsby ensemble in seconds flat. Below is Xtabay style expert Rachael trying on a 1920's velvet dress at Xtabay a few months ago….

 The key is to have an open mind and realize that you are not locked in to wearing head to toe authentic 1920's or 30's to get the "Gatsby" look. Let's face it, authentic 1920's and 30's dresses a la Daisy Buchanan are few and far between these days. Fortunately the styles (dropped waist, beading, bias cuts, fringe) have been repeated again and again in more recent decades. The 1960's mod movement was based on the liberated shapes defined in the flapper era of the 1920's.  Twiggy was a modern day flapper girl with her androgynous looks and shapeless mini dresses. A 60's shift dress with a long strand of pearls and some block heels can totally pass for a 20's flapper look and costs a lot less.  Below is a good example of 60's outfit that could pass for a 20's look. Just add a couple long strands of beads and you are good to go! Remember- the more you sparkle the more "Gatsby" you become...

  I hope we've inspired you to come in and try on some of our fabulous "Gatsby" outfits. We guarantee you'll feel as pretty as Miss Buchanan herself!

these are few of my favorite things....

The Xtabay is all decked out for the holidays! The tree is up, the garland is strung and all of my favorite holiday dresses are priced and ready to go. These are just a few....

1950's velvet halter neck party dress with red flocked tulle ballerina skirt. Waist 25".

1960's emerald green brocade party dress, waist 24".

Perfect with a triple strand crystal necklace...

1950's iridescent fuschia pink ball gown, waist 26". 

Perfect with our oversized pearl cluster necklace.  

The Jungle Sleeps Tonight 1950's wool felt novelty print set, hand-made and wonderful. Waist 26".

1950's Golden Galaxy dress with metallic dots, waist 26".

Perfect with golden pearl and rhinestone necklace.

Late 20's slipper satin and lace art deco wedding dress. 

Available exclusively in the bridal salon...

1960's pink pleated chiffon cocktail cutie, waist 26"

Sexy 50's wool jersey bombshell dress with options...waist 28".

This sexy and sophisticated cocktail dress is made from a vintage pattern exclusively for Xtabay. Available in size small, med and large. I myself have one and it's fabulous!

Holiday dresses galore! Let us help you find the perfect one. 

Autumn Opulence

New Arrivals ....

1930s Embroidered tulle evening gown, waist 28".

1940s Pake Muu Silk gown by Gladys Williams of Honolulu, waist 28".

Metallic gold thread tulle 1950s Tango dress, small.

Elegant early 1960s sharkskin silk taffeta evening gown with bronze beads, waist 23".

Fabulous 1950s NEW LOOK silk taffeta and crepe navy blue cocktail dress by William Fox, waist 26".

1950s cotton organdy floral print ice blue party dress, waist 24"

Amazing 1960s Ivory wool coat with leopard collar and belt. Small, 498.

Rachael tries on a tiny blue velvet flapper dress with sexy hip swag.

1920s sapphire blue flapper dress with lace collar. Petite small.

The answer to your Gatsby party needs- sexy 1980s sequined "flapper" dress with 1920s gold velvet cape with fur collar.

little tiny 1920s shoes, size 4!

 So many beautiful new arrivals this past week- and they all just happen to match the colors outside!

 Come in and see the fabulous new collection of fall dresses- perfect to wear to an autumn wedding or special event. Everyone has been coming in looking for "Gatsby dresses" and we just got in a few that would fit the bill- without breaking the bank:)

Thanks for looking and give us a call at 503-230-2899 with any questions!