New Arrivals: Holiday Dressing

Stunning 1940's candy striped taffeta evening gown, waist 25". I would love to wear this to a holiday formal!

A highly coveted 1950's Cherry red Lilli Ann mohair coat, click here for more info. Perfect for the holidays! 

My very favorite vintage rhinestone brooch, it will add a little holiday bling to whatever you're wearing! 125. 

Devastatingly sexy 1950's silk jersey cocktail dress, for more info click here. It doesn't get much more figure flattering than this. 

Utterly elegant 1960's couture velvet evening gown, owned previously by a D.C. socialite! For more info click here.

Again with the brooch! It looks so good with everything!

Adorable early 1950s leopard print and velvet ankle strap pumps by Herbert Levine. Size 5.5, 78. 

Fabulous 1960's Mr. Frank tangerine brocade cocktail dress with matching jacket, for more info click here.

Exquisite 1930's black net evening jacket dripping with inky black sequins, for more info click here. Perfect to wear over a slinky bias cut gown or with skinny jeans and boots. 

Timeless chic!  1950's Gigi Young polished cotton cocktail dress, perfect for all seasons and occasions. For more info click here.

I simply cannot resist this classic neckline! 

Gorgeous pale blue silk evening gown from the 1930's. Would make a beautiful alternative wedding gown or bridesmaid dress. For more info click here.

1960s Platinum Emba mink wrap, exquisite. Would be the perfect thing to wear to a winter wedding, whether you're the bride or a guest. For more info click here.

I just adore these little early 1950s blue and gold print leather heels by Seymour Troy, size 7.5.

A rare treat! 1990's Chanel dress in navy wool,  fully lined in silk. The quality and craftsmanship on this dress is sublime. Complete with Chanel logo buttons. For more info click here. 

Label love, we really don't see these very often!

The holiday candles have arrived! I'm in love with their latest scent Incognito which combines amber, black patchouli, and oud. The new tins are super cute and festive for the holiday season!

Xtabay Holiday Fashion Show 2014-- The Coat Segment

Pearl in late a late 1940's coat by Don Loper. 

Krystal in a 1960's Bonnie Cashin coat and necklace by Decades Vintage Company.

Rachael in a 1960's Lilli Ann coat, from the Margot collection.

Model Holly Andres in a late 1960's silk taffeta coat by Bill Blass for Bond Street.

The beautiful Terri in a 1970's wrap and gown by Mollie Parnes.

Kristen models a 1950's apple green Lilli Ann coat over an illusion dress by Peggy Hunt.

Sanjna models a 1960's cheetah print coat over a 40's tulle gown. 

Julene models a late 40's Lilli Ann coat with matching 40's felt hat, worn over a 50's Peggy Hunt dress.

Emilie models a 30's Lynx cape and hat over an 80's sequin gown.

Kenzie models a 1960's Lilli Ann coat over a red tulle prom gown.


Thanks to Pearl, Krystal, Holly,Rachael, Terri, Kristen, Sanjna, Julene, Emilie and Kenzie for donating your time and beauty to be in the show.

Thanks to Holly Andres and Corey Arnold for photographing the event.

Thanks to Bliss Salon and Day Spa for providing hair and make-up for Holly, Krystal, Julene and Emilie.
Thanks to Terri Lodge for making me look presentable.

Thanks to Kristen Behlings for doing Sanjna, Pearl, and your own beautiful hair.

Special Thanks to my former employees Heidi and Liz for coming back to help out.

Extra special thanks to Margot, Erin and Jen for really making it all happen, you guys are the best!

And most of all, thanks to everyone who came and enjoyed the show.