Happy Birthday Jenifer Saunders

Jenifer Saunders, even though your birthday was yesterday, July 6th, and even though you have done so many remarkable things before & after Absolutely Fabulous, we couldn't think of a better way to salute you on your day without thinking, what fabulous things would Edina Monsoon find on our vintage site? After all, you gave the fashion world one of it's favorite comedic characters of all time, one who was obsessed with all things Lacroix and of course, being skinny. Here's to you!
What would Edina Monsoon fancy?-

Well of course this over-the-top tunic-length Jean Paul Gaultier suit would do quite well, if it would fit you Edina, that is.

Jean Paul Gaultier's 80's Zoot-Suit-$418

And we'd love to see you squeeze into this 90's era Moschino suit, stretching out the letters & all.

90's Moschino Printed Suit-$288

Only Edina would choose to add this bold Pucci minauderie to a full-on printed mess of an outfit, but at the end of the day, its still "Pucci, dahling."

Pucci Harlequin Minauderie-$188

Drunk memories of the swinging 60's perhaps? Channel your hallucinations in this breezy Vivienne Tam beauty.

80's Vivienne Tam Breezy Blouse-$278

A bright, loud, logo laden piece never did Edina any harm.

90's W.&L.T Logo Sweater-$202

And oh you poor thing Zandra Rhodes, remember when silly Patsy ruined your photoshoot in the early 70's? Well, Edina is still trying to fit into your 70's era hand-painted pants.

70's Zandra Rhodes Sari Pants-$598

Wherein V harp on Holly Harp....

"I'm not trying to do tasteful little uniforms. Being dressed in perfect taste is very aging. I still have a sexy little girl in me that won't quit."-Holly Harp

80's HOLLY HARP Sheer Layered Dress

Vnyc has scored very few Holly Harp pieces in our time and this one puts those to shame. The shape, the ruched elbow length sleeves, the frothiest silk mesh overlay, the muted embroidery at the hem, & that it is Black makes it a perennial. Past scores were lovely of course but they were more L.A, maxi's likely accessorized with a fairy crystal hair band.

This one is dark and flou, more New York or Paris, more Lou or Charlotte and best with Demuelemeester boots and messy hair. Most important to us is that it is absolutely signature Holly. And Holly, come to find out, was a bit of a rebel. A California girl who's designs were intentionally counter-culture and worn by Janis Joplin and other tough hippie chicks of the me-generation.

In 1977, she recounted that one of her poppy hued shifts reminded her of a flame, and so to enhance this effect she blow-torched and charred its edges. She abhorred conventional dressing and had no regard for "age appropriate" clothing and uniformity in dressing. She is, to us at Vnyc, a sort of Baudelaire of fashion: Her designs are beautiful and romantic but also inherently defiant. Stevie Nicks mixed with Patty Smith. Very Vagabondnyc.

Chains & The L-B-D Courtesy of Zandra Rhodes

From cult fashion icon ZANDRA RHODES comes this gorgeous and completely wearable fitted black hammered silk dress that has two buttoned faux front tab pockets, a mock neck & slightly padded shoulders. Around the neckline and on one cuff are gold hand-painted trompe l'oiel chains and abstract necklaces that give the piece an elegant, powerful vibe. We really, really love it!

What's so great about this dress is that it is extremely chic, sure it has this rich earthy ethnic boho vibe, but it is also simply a fantastic little-black-dress!

80's ZANDRA RHODES Black Silk Dress w Hand-Painted Necklace $898 Sorry this item has been SOLD