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Kuulei Sportswear rouge pink floral maxi dress

This is a 1970’s Hawaiian maxi dress by Kuulei Sportswear. This style is quite different from the Japanese vintage available in the Bijou Caillou shop. I first didn’t know where to place it, but I decided to go for it, be it only for the cool name of the brand and the unique retro Hawaiian style.
The dress has a long and comfortable A-line silhouette, with a satin like polyester fabric with deep red hydrangea pattern. The sleeves are bell shaped. There is one side pocket, and the dress opens with a long zipper at the back.

Size on the label: medium (would probably fit an L as well)
Material: 100% polyester – unlined
Label: Kuulei Sportswear – made in Hawaii
Condition: excellent

Neck: 8″1/2 – 22cm
Shoulders: 13″ – 33cm
Bust: 18″ – 46cm
Waist: 25″ – 64cm
Hips: 28″ – 71cm
Hem: 41″ – 105cm
Length: 52″ – 132cm
Sleeves length: 10″ – 25.5cm
Sleeves width: 14″ – 36cm

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Kuulei Sportswear rouge pink floral maxi dress

Tocca white and pastel blue floral embroidered short sleeve mini dress

Tocca white and baby blue floral embroidered short sleeve mini dress

This is a gorgeous 1980’s floral pastel mini dress by Tocca, Japan. A wonderful texture is conveyed by the blue flowers, see-through embroidered and supported by another layer of white cotton background fabric. Both layers are further lined with polyester. The dress’ silhouette is smooth, elegant, and extremely well crafted. It opens with a long zipper on the back.

Size on the label: 0 (estimated size S)
Material:
– embroidery: 56% nylon / 44% cotton
– support fabric: 100% cotton
– polyester lining
Label: Tocca (made in Japan)
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Neck: 10″ – 25.5cm
Shoulders: 14″ – 35.5cm
Bust: 16″1/2 – 42cm
Waist: 16″ – 41cm
Hips (at the bodice/skirt border seam): 18″ – 46cm
Hips (below the seam, pleated part): 23″ – 58cm
Hem: 31″ – 79cm
Length: 34″ – 86.5cm
Sleeves length: 3″1/2 – 9cm
Sleeves width: about 5″ – 13cm

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Tocca white and baby blue floral embroidered short sleeve mini dress

August 25, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 80's, above the knee, blue, cotton, dress, fitted, floral, Japanese, lined, mini, short dress, short sleeves, spring, summer, with label 3 Comments

Purple, Navy and white floral short sleeve shift dress

Navy purple and white floral short sleeve shift dress

This is a lovely shift dress from the Japanese 1970’s. The fabric is a purple, navy and white floral polyester, lined with rayon. The pleated collar enhances the bust line very elegantly. The dress opens with a zipper on the back. The demo belt is not included but the dress comes with its own fabric belt.

Estimated size: would fit S or M best, depending mostly on your shoulder measurements.
Material: polyester – rayon lining
No brand label, made in Japan
Condition: excellent

Neck: 6″1/4 – 16cm
Shoulders: 14″1/2 – 37cm
Bust: 19″ – 48.5cm
Waist: 21″ – 53cm
Hips: 22″1/2 – 57cm
Hem: 25″ – 64cm
Length: 43″ – 109cm
Sleeves length: 9″1/2 – 24cm
Sleeves width: 6″3/4 – 17cm

Available on Etsy.

Navy purple and white floral short sleeve shift dress

Navy purple and white short sleeve shift dress

Navy purple and white floral short sleeve shift dress

July 7, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, dress, floral, Japanese, lined, polyester, spring, summer Leave a comment

Elle Paris sleeveless red and white floral pleated mini dress

This is a 1980’s vintage sleeveless pleated summer mini dress by Elle Paris, comfortable, easy-wear and elegant for the hottest days of the year. It is made of a red and white floral polyester fabric, and is lined. The skirt is pleated from the waist down, and doesn’t require ironing. The dress opens with a long zipper on the back. The elevated waistline makes for a perfect silhouette, which is enhanced by a freely tied knot at the back.

Size: will fit S best
Material: 100% polyester – polyester lining
Label: Elle Paris (French vintage, Korean label)
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Neck: 10″1/2 – 27cm
Shoulders: 14″1/4 – 36cm
Bust: 18″1/2 – 47cm
Waist (elevated): 17″ – 43cm
Hips: more than 24″ – 61 and still pleated
Hem: more than 30″ – 76cm and still pleated
Length: 32″1/2 – 82.5cm (above knee)

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Elle Paris Sleeveless Red and White Floral Pleated mini dress

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June 28, 2017June 28, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, summerTags: 80's, above the knee, dress, floral, lined, mini, polyester, red, sleeveless dress, summer, with label, zipper 1 Comment

Olive des Olive strawberry and cherry white boho midi skirt

strawberry and cherry white boho midi skirt

This is a delightful Japanese cotton boho midi skirt by Olive des Olive, with strawberry and cherry floral print. It is lined and semi full. No zipper or buttons, the waist is elasticated. A perfect vintage summer skirt!

Size: will fit S and XS
Material: 100% cotton – cotton lining
Label: Olive des Olive
Condition: very good

Waist: elasticated, can be stretched up to 16″ – 41cm
Upper border seam: 17″1/2 – 44.5cm (cannot be stretched)
Hips: 27″ – 69cm
Hem: 34″ – 86cm
Length: 26″1/2 – 67.5cm

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strawberry and cherry white boho midi skirt

June 19, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: skirt, summerTags: below the knee, boho, cotton, floral, lined, novelty print, red, skirt, summer, white, with label Leave a comment

Copper and black dotted floral long sleeve dress

This is a gorgeous and elegant 1970’s Japanese long sleeve dress. It is made of a polyester fabric with copper, purple and green dotted flowers on a black background. The shoulder line is beautifully pleated. The waist is adjustable with a built-in belt, tied with a knot. The bodice is lined. The dress opens with a zipper on the back. The sleeves close with a button but can also be worn open.

Size: Japanese size 11 (will fit S best)
Material: polyester – lining
No label
Condition: excellent

Neck: 7″3/4 – 19.5cm
Shoulders: 14″ – 36cm
Bust (pleated): 17″1/2 – 45cm
Waist (slightly elevated): adjustable up to 18″ – 46cm
Hips: 22″ – 56cm
Hem: 25″1/2 – 65cm
Length: 42″1/2 – 108cm
Sleeves length: 21″1/2 – 54.5cm
Sleeves width: 6″ – 15cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs when buttoned: 3″1/4 – 8.5cm

Available on Etsy.

Copper and black dotted floral long sleeve dress

June 1, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: autumn, dress, springTags: 70's, autumn, below the knee, copper, floral, Japanese, lined, long sleeves, orange, polyester, spring Leave a comment

Le Tians navy, grey and white daisy floral blouse

Le Tians navy, grey and white daisy blouse

This is a very comfortable Japanese 1970’s floral blouse by Le Tians. The care instructions label has faded out but the fabric feels like viscose. The blouse closes with a row of four buttons (there is a spare button on the inside). The neckline is uniquely pleated. Sleeves are 3/4 length, very comfortable and convey a great silhouette to the arms. The blouse is shoulder padded.

Size: Japanese size 9 (will fit S and M)
Material: feels like viscose
Label: Le Tians
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Shoulders (seam to seam): 16″ – 41cm
Shoulders (including shoulder pads): 16″3/4 – 42.5cm
Bust: 21″ – 53.5cm
Hem: 21″1/4 – 54cm
Length (back): 22″ – 56cm
Length (front): 23″1/2 – 60cm
Sleeves length: 15″1/2 – 39cm
Sleeves width: 7″1/4 – 18.5cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs when buttoned: 5″ – 12.5cm

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Le Tians navy, grey and white daisy blouse

May 28, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: autumn, blouse, spring, summerTags: 70's, blouse, floral, grey, Japanese, spring, summer, with label Leave a comment

Handmade lilac short shift summer dress

This is a bubbly Japanese handmade short shift dress. Made of a light polyester chiffon fabric with some sheer, it is an easy and comfortable wear for summer time. The dress is lined. It closes asymmetrically with three beautiful vintage buttons and a hidden push button.

Estimated size: S
Material: polyester chiffon – polyester or cupro lining
No label, handmade dress
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Neck: 5″1/2 – 14cm
Shoulders: 14″1/4 – 36.5cm
Bust: 18″ – 46cm
Waist: 17″ – 43cm
Hips: 19″ – 48.5cm
Hem: 22″3/4 – 58cm
Length: 34″3/4 – 88.5cm
Sleeves length: 7″3/4 – 19.5cm
Sleeves width: 6″1/4 – 16cm

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Handmade lilac short shift summer dress

April 22, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: UncategorizedTags: 60's, above the knee, buttoned, dress, floral, handmade, Japanese, lined, mini, novelty print, polyester, short dress, short sleeves, slight sheer, summer Leave a comment

Hanasaki red, blue and white light summer dress

Hanasaki red blue white light summer dress

This is a festive 1970’s dress by Hanasaki, Japan. It is made of a sheer polyester crepe with paisley, floral and geometrical pattern. The bust is fitted and unlined. The pleated skirt is comfortable and lined. The dress opens with a long zipper at the back. The belt adds another special touch to this beautiful summer dress.

Size: Japanese size 7 (S to XS)
Material: 100% polyester – rayon lining for the skirt
Label: Hanasaki
Condition: excellent

Neck: 5″ – 12.5cm
Shoulders: 13″1/4 – 34cm
Bust: 16″1/2 – 42cm
Waist (slightly elevated): 13″ – 33cm
Hips (when pleated): 19″ – 48cm
Hem (when pleated): 25″1/2 – 65cm
Length: 40″1/2 – 103cm
Sleeves length: 10″ – 25.5cm
Sleeves width: 5.8″ – 15cm
Belt length: 67″ – 170cm

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Hanasaki red blue white light summer dress

April 18, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, blue, Buta pattern, dress, fitted, floral, Japanese, lined, polyester, red, short sleeves, slight sheer, spring, summer, with label, zipper 3 Comments

Mouth Valley light cream crocheted lace vest

Mouth Valley light cream crochet lace vest

This is a very kawaii 1990’s summer vest by Mouth valley Japan. It is made of a light cream color cotton lace with floral pattern. Worn open only, it can easily accessorize a simple T-shirt or a thin summer dress.

*note: This vest is rather short (42cm), make sure this style fits your taste and needs before purchasing. Thank you!

Size: Japanese size M – 7 (more like S / XS)
Material: 100% cotton
Label: Mouth valley – sticking style
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Shoulders: 13″1/2 – 34.5cm
Arm opening: 10″ – 25.5cm
Bust: 15″1/2 – 39.5cm to about 17″ – 43cm
Waistline: 16″ – 40.5cm to about 18″1/2 – 47cm
Length: 16″1/2 – 42cm

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Mouth Valley light cream crochet lace vest

April 11, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: summer, vestTags: 90's, cotton, cream, floral, Japanese, summer, vest, with label Leave a comment

Renown Look burgundy floral see-through pleated dress

Renown Look burgundy floral see through pleated dress

This dress is a 1970’s gem by Renown Look (レナウンルック) Japan. It is made of a see-through polyester eyelet fabric with a delicate silky hand. The beautiful fabric is a burgundy floral print with shades of purple, green, brown, beige. Only the skirt is lined. The dress opens with a zipper on the back. The sleeves are buttoned at the cuffs. There are two small belt loops on each side of the elasticated waist that can accommodate a 0.8″ – 2cm belt. This dress will fit smaller busts best.

Size: Japanese size 9 (estimated size S)
Material: 100% polyester – 100% polyester lining
Label: Renown Look
Condition: excellent

Neck: 7″1/2 – 19cm
Shoulders: 14″ – 35.5cm
Bust: more than 17″ – 43cm
Elasticated waist when fully relaxed: 11″3/4 – 30cm (can be stretched)
Hips (pleated, without stretching much): 18″1/2 – 47cm
Hem (pleated, without stretching much): 26″1/2 – 68cm
Length: 41″ – 104cm
Sleeves length: 12″ – 31cm
Sleeves width: 7″1/2 – 19cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs when buttoned: 5″ – 13cm

You can find it here.

Renown Look burgundy floral see through pleated dress

April 4, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: autumn, dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, dress, floral, Japanese, lined, polyester, red, see-through, summer, with label Leave a comment

Kastane long sleeve floral dress with stretch bust

Kastane floral dress with stretch bust

This is a wonderful 1970’s style short dress by Kastane. It is made of a navy cotton fabric with floral pattern framing the front, back and hem. The squared bust line is fitted and can be stretched. Long sleeves are buttoned at the cuff but can be left open. The dress opens with a zipper at the back, and the skirt is lined. A great dress for all seasons!

Estimated size: XS
Material: 100% cotton – polyester lining
Label: Kastane (made in Japan)
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Neck opening: 10″ – 25.5cm
Shoulders at the seam: 12″3/4 – 32.5cm
Shoulders at the puff: 15″ – 38cm
Bust when unstretched: 13″1/4 – 33.5cm (meant to be stretched)
Elevated waist under the bust line: 13″1/2 – 34.5cm (can be stretched)
Hips: 23″ – 59cm
Hem: 27″ – 68cm
Length: 34″ – 86cm
Sleeves length: 22″ – 56cm
Sleeves width: 6″1/4 – 16cm
Sleeves width at the cuff when buttoned: 3″1/4 – 8.5cm
Zipper: 15″ – 38cm

Kastane floral dress with stretch bust