Hat Attack!

 Some truly extraordinary vintage hats have arrived in the shop this week. I'm in love with the colors and textures of these delicate creations. Come by the shop this week and try some on.  See if wearing  one inspires you to do something…extraordinary!?  Like having Afternoon Tea at The Heathman! 

All of these lovelies are available to purchase online in our Etsy shop. 

The Coats Are Coming...

I have been anxiously waiting for the temperature to fall below 60 degrees here in Portland. Lo and behold yesterday the mercury rose to 80 and I said forget it, I'm putting the coats out! It's bound to get cool here one of these days,  and these coats are too fantastic to sit around another day in our (temperature controlled:)) storage closet. 

So I spent the better half of today taking pictures in our new photo "studio"(back room) of some of my favorite coats in our fall collection. Keep in mind, this is just the tip of the iceberg, we have many, many more in the shop. 

I am always amazed to see how "on trend" the coats we amass over the summer months become. The pastel pink 1970's mohair coat by Chloe looks to of jumped off the front page of the Nordstrom catalog I just received.
All of these coats are available to purchase in the shop and will be available in our Etsy shop tomorrow afternoon.
Come by and try them on!

Fall in love with….

An ethereal 1930's english net wedding gown with cascading ruffled tiers and trim,  available in our bridal salon.

                 

An exquisite and rare Belle Epoch wedding gown from 1908. Made in France, and available exclusively in our bridal salon.

Antique lace details which beg the phrase, "they sure don't make 'em like they used to". So sad and so true. 

The most sumptuous 1920's absinthe green silk velvet and lace shawl, ever.

A whisper of green 1950's formal gown, perfect for a homecoming queen or
 an out of the ordinary bride. 

A Cinderella blue 1950's tulle party dress!

A 1950's style wedding/party dress in rose gold paisley embroidered organza.

A hand-made antique pearl and mesh sash, custom made by yours truly:)

A romantic ballerina length 1950's wedding dress, available in the bridal salon.

A delicate hand embroidered net gown from the Edwardian era. Perfect for
a garden wedding. Available in the bridal salon.

 The Xtabay is bursting with beautiful things to fall in love with….come by and see for yourself.  

The bridal salon is open by appointment Weds, Thurs, and Friday. We are open to the public on Saturday for walk in visits. Call us at 503-234-7568 to make an appointment. 

P.S. We just got our fall candles in from Voluspa~ Cozy fall fragrances like Golden Cypress and Warm Perique Tabac are back in stock. 

Love Is In The Air at Xtabay Vintage Bridal Salon....

1950s William Cahill satin and lace wedding gown, waist 27".

Early 1950s Priscilla Of Boston peau de soie with lace appliqué wedding gown.  Waist 25".

Exquisite 1950's lace and pleated accordion tulle princess gown, waist 24".

1960s petit point lace and net wedding gown by Bianchi, waist 26".

Fabulous 50s eyelet taffeta wedding gown, waist 25"

1950s Alice in Wonderland tulle party/bridesmaid dress, waist 24".

 Bridal season is here and we have been filling the bridal salon with beautiful, one of a kind vintage wedding gowns. 

The Bridal Salon is open by appointment Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. We are open for walk in's every Saturday from 11-5. 

Call us at 503-234-7568 to make an appointment. We look forward to helping you find your dream dress!