mad men typewriter

So I must say it is a little bitter sweet to see the end of this Mad Men season.  In the course of this season I have seen the popularity soar.  The Etsy stores labeling Mad Men garb went from less than a hundred to a few thousand–it is absolutely insane!

I fluctuate between Joan and Peggy being my favorite characters.  Both are smart, savvy and forward thinking.  I decided to end with a Joan post though because for what she may lack in book smarts she compensates with street smarts.  She is a fighter!

To complete the season 3 Joan look–this wiggle dress (I wish it were on a model) has great texture and color and would highlight curves beautifully.  This is actually the length I like, not too short, not too long and the brocade is stunning.  And as we visualize Joan taking it up a notch in her career I thought a retro typewriter would be the perfect accessory.  This one is in beautiful condition and even has a decent ribbon.  Both of these items are around $50, so you can get a little Joan for $100 to keep you going until the next season.  Enjoy.

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Posted by Kendra on November 9, 2009 at 5:33 am
Filed under: Fashion, Housewares, Style, Vintage

5 Comments

  • I always think that certain clothes look much better on real people than on a hanger… As evidence in my husband’s reaction to some clothes I buy: He makes the “stinky face” until I actually try it on for him. I bet this dress is a real stunner on somebody with the right shape!

  • Comment by Vanessa — November 9, 2009 @ 10:18 am
  • Thanks for including our typewriter in your roundup. I’ve added your site to my blogroll. Awesomeness.

  • Comment by Jayson — November 9, 2009 @ 4:52 pm
  • Hi there, just found you through the Manly Vintage blog. I adore Mad Men and actually dressed up as Joan last week for Halloween in a dress similar to the one you featured. You can see pictures on my blog. :)

  • Comment by Leilani — November 9, 2009 @ 9:38 pm
  • Jayson–Thanks for the love…I will match your blogroll offer with my own.

  • Comment by Kendra — November 10, 2009 @ 5:30 am
  • Leilani–you are so cute! I read your post about the Randolph street market and the crazy store owners. Ummm…yes, not to mention how over-priced everything was…I went twice this year and only had one score. :(

  • Comment by Kendra — November 10, 2009 @ 5:31 am

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