Mother's Day

This Sunday, 6 March is Mother's Day, when we celebrate and honour our mothers and grandmothers, as well as the concept of motherhood. Another celebration of the female is International Women's Day, taking place next Tuesday, 8 March. Hurrah for women! 

International Women's Day is an annual celebration of women in both history and society. The focus of the day differs throughout the world, from a general celebration of respect, appreciation and love towards women, to a discussion of women's economic, political and social achievements. There is also a tradition of choosing a theme for each year and this year the theme is; "Make It Happen - Planet 50-50 by 2030: Step It Up for Gender Equality".

Throughout March London is playing host to an event called "Women's History Month", which is a diverse programme of events and exhibitions centred around female artists, activists, performers, writers, community groups and organisations, and is curated by Alternative Arts. 

Here at Alfies we have a fantastic array of stock that would make great gifts, whether you're shopping for Mother's Day, or simply spoiling the woman in your life.

Gilt bronze photo frames c1880, from Nadine Okker.

1970s enamel abstract brooch, from Gloria Sinclair.

Jade Opaline Glass Murano Trinket Box, from The Moderns.

Late 19th century mercury glass gilded interior, with flora and fauna etching. From Louise Verber Antiques.

Ostrich egg lamp with gilt metal in pineapple design, MidCentury or earlier. From Louise Verber Antiques.

Antiques lace hanging decoration from Sheelin Lace.

Still life flowers, oil and pastel, signed Nigel Lyyton. Offered by Nadine Okker.

A visit to Vintage Revivial at Grays

Last week I visited the Vintage Revival exhibition at the Vaad Gallery in Grays Mews and what a treat it was!

Exhibited were stunning hand picked examples of vintage fashion and accessories, some great information on the Antiques are Green campaign as well other interesting vintage subjects.

1950s Green Gloves. Vintage Modes

Vintage Mah Jong Wooden Necklace. Ting's Jewellery Box

Vintage Green Brooch with Faux Pearls. Ting's Jewellery Box

(Left - Right)

Vintage Buckingham Palace Scarf - Vintage Modes

Vintage Liberty Scarf - Vintage Modes

Paloma Picasso Scarf - Linda Bee

Vintage Purple Jacqmar Scarf - Unicorn

Light Pink Floral Jacqmar Scarf - Vintage Modes

1960s Electric Blue Handbag with Gold Clasp. Ting's Jewellery Box

1950s/60s Blue Bracelet. Gillian Horsup

Information on the history of Alfies.

The information boards made fascinating reads on subjects such as 'The Feminine Silhouette', 'Vintage Hair and Make Up'' and 'Vintage and Tattoos'. These contributed to the aim of the exhibition, to explore what vintage means in todays society and what the term 'vintage' means.

If you missed this fantastic exhibition you can see more pictures on Grays Flickr