New Barrette Available from Secondhand Passion

From Secondhand Passion's Victoriana Collection!


A lovely decadent piece to adorn your hair with! You can also clip the barrette onto a hat, fan, or other accessories.

Black feathers, a black sequined fabric flower, black lace, and a vintage iridescent cabochon are affixed to the silver-toned French barrette.

Measures approx. 4 inches high and 6 inches across.

Available here.

Photograph 1 by Reija Bolwell of StudioR, Santa Cruz (http://www.studiorsantacruz.com).

For 20% off, use coupon code HOL2011 through December 25, 2011 to save on this item and all other items in the Secondhand Passion Etsy shop.

More Items from Secondhand Passion - A Corset Cami & Barrettes

Just added yesterday:

Black Corset Style Camisole with Antique Watch Dial (Size Small) & Free Gift

Black lace, velvet ribbon, and an antique watch dial pin adorn this alluringly stylish black velour camisole with corset style lacing in the front and adjustable. The watch dial pin is removable and was made from an antique watch dial. The cami has no boning and is very comfortable.

Great as either a costume piece or as lingerie.

Size Small (The fabric is stretchy, but this would probably best fit someone with a chest measurement of 32-34).

From the middle of the top of the chest portion to the longest part, the garment measures approx. 10 1/2 inches.

The corset cami comes with a free black braided choker with metal filigree heart. An artificial pearl hangs from the heart. The choker measures 12 1/2 inches without the chain and clasp and approx. 17 inches including the chain and clasp. It can be closed starting at approx. 12 3/4 inches up to almost 17 inches.

Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/82973819/black-corset-style-camisole-with-antique




Antique Watch Dial and Black Rose Barrette

This darling French style barrette has two black roses made of resin and a watch dial with a red vintage cabochon in the center. The white porcelain watch dial is from the late 1800s - early 1900s. It has signs of age (a couple of minor cracks), which enhance its character.

Measures approximately 3 inches across. The watch dial and the flowers each measure about 1 inch high.

Made with non-toxic silicone glue.

Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/82997978/antique-watch-dial-and-black-rose




"Annabel" Pearl, Rose, and Watch Dial Barrette

With parts beautified by age, this French style barrette evokes nostalgic longing. The blue stones in the center of the watch dials came from a bracelet, the gold-toned center piece with coral rose came also came from a bracelet, and the pearls came from a necklace. Only the clip was purchased new.

Measures approximately 3 1/2 inches across. The watch dials are approximately 1 inch high and the center piece with coral rose is approximately 1 1/2 inches tall.

Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/81678153/pearl-rose-and-watch-dial-annabel

Gorgeously Gothic

I love the Deadly Darling Couture Mourning Arm Cuff by Black Orchid Designs (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22872606). It's made out of canvas, cotton distressed ruffles, satin wide ribbon ruffles, vintage lace, and has a skull cameo framed in satin ruffles. It also has 3 vintage buttons and elastic loops. I recommend viewing the pictures on Etsy to see just how lovely the details are. The cuff is selling for $40, and is best suited for size medium or large arms. See the Etsy description for measurements.



Black Raven Vintage is selling these 1980's vintage Victorian black suede granny boots on Etsy for $65 (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27848094). They're size 8 (Women's)/38.5 (EUR). Black Raven Vintage offers many other 1940's - 1980's items as well.



I love this vintage black velvet formal jacket! taradactyl is selling the jacket for $13 on Assembly, her Etsy store (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26521211). It's labeled as a size small on the tag, and fits like a small/medium. The lace dress is also available in her store along with other great items. Click here for the dress: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26520724.



taradactyl is also selling this lovely corset top for $6 (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26515918). It's labeled as a size medium on the tag, but it fits like a small/medium.



GoodEye is selling this vintage black velvet bustier from the 1980's for $36 on Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18374164). The detailing is breathtakingly beautiful. I recommend viewing the other photos of it on Etsy. The back of the bustier is lovely too! The size is listed as 6, and the bust is 32 inches (see the Etsy page for more info).



This long black trachten skirt was made in Austria, and is made of heavy black velvet. Biretu is selling it for $24 on Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22968889). It would fit a size small best (or small-medium), but see the Etsy page for measurements. You don't see stunning items like this every day!



What a beautiful Victorian style vintage blouse! It has never been worn and still has its hang tags attached. The size is approximately 8-10. Vintage Melody is selling the blouse for $35 on Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27824914).



This 1980's vintage black lace corset dress is spectacular and very feminine. Akasha Couture is selling for $45 on Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24907570). The size is listed as a medium, but the measurements are also given in the Etsy description. Like Vintage Melody's blouse, it also has never been worn.



This vintage Gunne Sax dress from the 1980's is absolutely stunning! I fell for it right away. I love the blue floral-patterned lace and the full skirt. Calico Vintage is selling this Victorian-inspired beauty on Etsy for $54 (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22640159). It would most likely fit someone who wears a modern size small, but it's listed as a size 9 (vintage sizing). The actual measurements are given in the description on Etsy.



Calico Vintage is also selling this beautiful 1980's vintage 1950's style black velveteen party dress for $35. It would most likely fit someone who wears a modern size XXS or XS, but the measurements are given on Etsy (it would be better to go by those). Click here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24385023.



123cabezas is selling this vintage black velveteen baby doll lace-up dress on Etsy for $20 (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27467129). The fabric's crushed velvet look is lovely. It's listed as a size large, but visit Etsy for the actual measurements.



This vintage sheer lace black and maroon jacket top is up for sale for $16 at Emporium of the Forgotten, a store on Etsy. Very feminine and Victorian-looking! The size is small to medium, but it could also fit other sizes. Go here for the listing: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25243230.

It's definitely possible to be eco-friendly while still wearing black and dressing elegantly. Thanks for reading!