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Bonjour friends! I hope everybody had a lovely holiday weekend. I spent the day with my family and could not feel any more lucky. It was beautiful, thanks to all who sent Mother's Day wishes my way :)
My Vintage VogueFor some reason, I have been stumbling upon images of parasols, and finding vintage parasols, hey, even my drinks have tiny umbrellas in them! So, I wanted to share with you some of these cute pics I've been finding. Enjoy!
My Vintage VogueWhether used for function or fashion, I think they are fantastic! What a fun accessory. I was reading up on some Parasol facts and found a very long history attached to them.
FlickrAcross the ages and all over the world they have been used for their beauty as much as to keep the sun off of delicate skin. From the ancient Romans to the Victorians and all spaces between the parasol has been an integral accessory.
Source unknownThere are so many beautiful images out there it was hard to choose! I found some incredibly beautiful vintage parasols too. Interestingly, I found a plethora of Victorian mourning parasols (who knew)?
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Marie Antoinette used to have a group of servants whose only responsibility was to hold her parasol and make sure she was adequately shaded!
PolyvoreI think this image of the girl on the bicycle is my favorite
FlickrI'm a very strange girl, in that, I do not like to use umbrellas in the rain. I always feel like they make more of mess. They are wet when you bring them in with you and they rarely keep me dry, so I just dash around without one. Living in California doesn't really warrant the need for one very often so I can't imagine myself using a parasol in dry weather! They are fun to look at though. Maybe in another time I would have had the prettiest one as I was chauffeured along in my carriage, holding it with the softest and thinnest of kid skin gloves as I went calling on all the fashionable girls!
Until next time my friends!!!
Lovely! I've never thought about them much but so pretty here. Thanks for bringing them to the forefront!
ReplyDeleteKirsten
Oh my, what a gorgeous post! I collect umbrellas (more useful item where I live, unfortunately) - I've got one that's quite similar to the one in the last photo.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful, sunny day Judith!
Trudi
Gorgeous parasols Judith, xv.
ReplyDeletei agree, i like the girlie on the bike best !
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welcome back from mommy's day!
Simply divine! Thank you. Anita
ReplyDeleteOhhh how lovely! Especially the pink ones...
ReplyDeleteI feel the need to link to this post of yours... :-)
'Aunt Amelia'
What a gorgeous subject when you do it! Love the pink one and the two sunbathing ladies. I am one of the fair ones that should definately use one. Fun subject Judith!
ReplyDeleteWanted to tell you that I so love this entry, I linked to it, on my blog.
ReplyDeleteLovely... Lovely... Lovely...
'Aunt Amelia'
You know, I need that last pink parasol in my life..LOL. Where did you find it?
ReplyDeleteI love these parasols and agree with you about using umbrellas in the rain- I run for it- rather than having a drippy mess-these are sumptuous- lovely post!
ReplyDeleteBefore I read your comment about the woman on the bicycle with the parasol, I thought "This is my favorite!" Of course, if I tried to ride a bike with a parasol, I would probably look like I was "driving" under the influence!
ReplyDeleteJudith~
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL POST!! We are on such to same wave lengths!! I have parasols on my mind too!! OMG!! Each image is my favorite!! Inspirational are YOU! Did you happen to find one at the Rose Bowl? I can't believe you were there too!
OX's
I saw this beautiful asian girl yesterday in the full sun carrying a white silk parasol with embroidered flowers on it. It was so cool to see!
ReplyDeleteEeek!! Look at that last pink one, it has captured my heart. I must find it!
ReplyDeleteThere's something so fairytale-like in this post- I love it! It's so rare these days to see anyone carrying one for shade. It looks so prettty though. I can just picture MA with her entourage and the lovely parapluies:) I wonder if this fashion will ever be revived? Thanks Judith.
ReplyDeleteGlorious parasols ... . if you're ever in Las Vegas, you must stroll through the Wynn Hotel. There are some elaborate fabric parasols with giant tassels which have been used as chandeliers!
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I always keep a chinese silk parasol in my trunk and one in the house. I was lucky enough to find a black lace victorian one I gave to my mother in law on her b.day. They are so lovely...
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ReplyDeleteThese are ALL HEAVENLY parasols! I love each and every ONE! So inspirational, so many wonderful ideas are buzzing around my head. LOVELY!
~Miss Kris~
what a wonderful post! great blog, btw!
ReplyDeleteI love parasols! They need to come back into style.
ReplyDeleteBonjour Judith!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for visiting my blog! I am really honored that you came by and feel a positive vibe chez moi! What a wonderful world blogging can be, meeting like minds and hearts. Your photos are lovely and your blog is an inspiration in many ways. Thank you for your kindness. Anita
If only i could be as stylish while riding my bicycle as the girl on your post! What beautiful images...By the way...the rug you liked so much in your modern Marie post is called the goathair rug, designed and made by the french company Modenature sold exclusively through my LA and NY showrooms...Feel free to come and roll, nap, or just touch .... when you are in West Hollywood
ReplyDeleteI love the picture of all of them hanging in the trees. That would make for a very nice setting for an outdoor event.
ReplyDeleteJ'adore sooooooooo many of these photos... sooooooo FUN!!!
ReplyDeleteThey're so pretty, like flowers!
ReplyDeleteOhhhhh WOW!! Judith!!! My friend and I have been talking about parasols.. too funny. I love these!! FANTASTIC~
ReplyDeletexoxo Noel
p.s.. I didn't find one thing at rose bowl!! you must have swiped the goodies up ;)
Such a great post! I love it. Wonderful images!
ReplyDeleteOh I love parasols!!!!! They're so reminiscent of a dream world for me. Lovely pics! Happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteJudith,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post on parasols. I especially love the very last one..the pink one with the girl on the bicycle as my second choice.
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Kris
parasols are so sweet, so feminine...i LOVE the ruffle version on the top!!
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I love these parasols - wish their use was more common...
ReplyDeletefunny post, I need umbrella's always when I don-t have them with me....
ReplyDeletelovely images and colours, have a nice weekend!
You have a lovely blog. I love the style of the last one.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely Blog you have :)
ReplyDeleteThe pink parasol is my favorite...these all are truly beautiful!
Kind Regards,
LuLu Kellogg
Love the photos. I like historical images
ReplyDeletewhat a fun collection of photographs! I rather like all the mannequins in pink lined up along the street!
ReplyDeleteThis post makes me want to carry a parasol with me where ever I go. Aren't they lovely!
ReplyDeleteIf only I didn't have to carry so many things (computer, fabric samples, etc....). I do need another set of hands.
Happy Weekend, Judith.
xo
Brooke
women are sooooo lucky! you get all the best accessories. As always, a post with inspiring beauty.
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Julio
Love parasols . You always share the best
ReplyDeleteOh god this is all better than champagne and strawberries. Some of my favourite images and lots more to love. Thank you.
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