Signs Of Spring

1950's rhinestone studded floral party dress, sold. 

1950's robin's egg blue spun nylon party dress, sold. 

1950's Belgium Chocolate taffeta party dress, available in boutique, waist 27. 

1950's Spring Blossom rayon dress, waist 26. Available in the boutique. 

1950's Illusion lace wedding reception cocktail dress, waist 27". Available in the boutique. 

Elegant 1950's navy blue fitted cocktail dress with rosette and hidden side pockets. Waist 25". Available in the boutique. 

Spectacular 1940's couture sequined ball gown, waist 26". Available on Etsy and in our boutique. 

 Some truly extraordinary dresses have landed in the shop recently. Be sure to follow us on Instagram at xtabayvintage to stay completely up to date. These one of a kind beauties sell fast! Remember, for these quiet winter months our hours are limited. We are currently open from 11-5pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We would love to help you find the perfect dress! 

Xtabay Prom 2015

Scarlett Lily in her 1950's red ruffle prom gown. Scarlett lives in the UK and bought her dress through our Etsy shop. Could a dress be any more perfect for someone?

Kristin wore a satin and tulle prom dress from the early 1950's to her prom this year. I love it with the matching necklace! She looks radiant. 

Katie in an early 1960's floral party dress.

Cutest couple ever, I just wish I could remember this lovely young lady's name! Photo taken by her mom Carole. 

Anna in her powder blue 1950's prom dress from Meier & Frank. 

Tabitha in an elegant 1940's black velveteen evening gown with rhinestone buttons.


We are so grateful to our wonderful customers who share their pictures with us! It makes us so happy to see these beautiful old dresses back in action. If you have any pictures wearing your favorite
Xtabay dress please email them to us at xtabayliz@gmail.com
We would love to share them with you!

What to wear...

I think this little ensemble would be perfect for an afternoon wedding ceremony or a Sunday brunch: 1950's two-piece polished cotton skirt and top set with 1940s yellow pumps and 1930's straw hat. Set is available in our Etsy shop. 

Lovely turquoise blue chiffon dress by Aignon would make a darling bridesmaid dress or wedding guest dress. I love it paired with bright orange satin pumps!

It doesn't get much classier than this. I think Jackie Kennedy would approve of this chocolate brown and pale aqua silk dress and matching jacket. Our 1960's peu de soie pumps from Saks 5th Ave. and an amazing aqua mesh clutch by Whiting and Davis are the perfect accessories. Dress available in our Etsy shop too. I personally think this would make the perfect Mother of the Bride ensemble. 

This elegant 1960's silk LBD with matching top could have walked straight out of Audrey Hepburns' closet. The hat with white rose lends a little drama- I'm thinking Chanel cosmetic counter interview (minus the hat) or Mafia funeral (with the hat)….

This little 1950's western Patio dress with silver ric-rac would be perfect for a hoe-down or a summer barbecue. Do people go to hoe-downs anymore? What exactly is one? Anyway, this dress is cute for just about anything. I like it with our 1950's Henry Waters Springolaters. Dress available in Etsy shop.

This spectacular 1950's dress would be perfect for a formal wedding or an auction or benefit….Anywhere you need to be the best dressed woman in the room. Wear the entire outfit and I'm willing to place money on it. Dress available in our Etsy shop.

So this little outfit is so cute that the dress has already sold. All that remains is the most charming 50's mohair cardigan I have ever seen, the most perfect yellow 40's shoes of all time and this darling little floral print bag. 

Now this little ensemble is for turning up the heat. Whether it be an occasion that involves an unrequited love or a situation that calls for revenge this little electric red 60's Sydney North dress paired with our favorite new Butter color Ladybird is sure to do the job. The dress is available in our Etsy shop and should come with a warning: Hearts will be broken. 

Wear this to the ballet or opera- I would say symphony but the last few times I went to the Oregon Symphony everyone was wearing shorts and fleece vests. What happened? People thankfully do still dress up for the opera and the ballet I think…. This early 1960's dress by Jeanette Alexander would be perfect- the black pillbox hat with the dotted veil is extra fun but may have to be removed once you're in the auditorium. The Springolater's can slip off while you watch the show because while they may look fabulous I can't guarantee they're as comfortable as your Birkenstocks.

I hope these little ensembles provide some fashion inspiration. We have so many beautiful dresses and accessories in stock right now. We would love to help you put something together whatever the occasion may be!

New Arrivals for May

A trio of stunning gowns…middle gown is by Originals by Rudolf , waist 27".

1940's chiffon wedding gown with beading, waist 26". 

Late 40s faille and tulle evening gown with tartan sash, waist 26".

1950's Edward Abbott cerise silk bubble dress , waist 26". 

1950's Pink lace bubble hem prom dress, waist 26". 

1960's knit starburst wiggle dress by Anita Modes. Waist 27".

1950's Herbert Sondheim silk cocktail dress, waist 25". 

A bevy of beautiful floral dresses…

Springy things!

A cheery trio of Lilly Pulitzer skirts from the 1960's.

 Come see all the new and wonderful things that have come in this week!

New Arrivals for April 16

Early 60's hand painted silk organza party dress by Jr. Theme available here  in our Etsy shop. 

Stunning 1950's Natlynn party dress with pockets and velvet appliqués available here in our Etsy shop. 

Exquisite 50's evening bag- 78. 

Iconic 1950's polka dot party dress- already sold and moving to Australia. 

1940's rayon dress with ballerina novelty print, available here in our Etsy shop .

Impeccable 1950's black crocodile handbag by Belstone. 198.

1930's sequined knit top. 89.

1940's gold lame' evening gown- sold and going to prom as of today!

1960's Roger Vivier heels, 8.5 narrow 125.

1930's gold knit bag with clear celluloid base and brass handles. 68.

Pristine 1950s Kiilani cotton Hawaiian sun dress with cotton pique halter straps. Available here in our Etsy shop.

1950's Alfred Shaheen Hawaiian sun dress, available here in our Etsy shop.

 In addition to the beauties above we've had so many fantastic new arrivals this week- and almost all from one fabulous estate!  Here's a brief list:

1.  15 pairs of size 8.5 and 9 heels from the 1940's
2.  a dozen never worn half slips from the 30's
3. 8 incredibly chic unworn pajama sets from the 30's and 40's that I wish I could hold onto forever….
4. straw hats from the 30's...
5. dresses….dresses ….dresses….
6. unworn full slips perfect for lounging in or wearing as dresses
7. swimsuits!
8. and more….

You really just need to come in!