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My new perfect vintage black dress!

Oh my goodness, I just found the perfect black dress yesterday… I had it all photographed for the shop, but as I admired it on the mannequin, I realized it had to be mine.

It’s by Taurus II, an 80’s brand I come across somewhat regularly, and the pieces are generally black knits, often with gray or white striping and details, and sporty and easy to wear.

This one has a wonderful very full flowy skirt (when you twirl in it, it swings around in a full circle), hidden hip pockets, a simple bodice, and a perfect waistline. 1980’s channels Audrey Hepburn.

It’s a little more sleek and severe than I usually go for, but the full flowy skirt softens it, making it just playful enough that right now, it’s my new favorite dress.

Louise Dress in teal and olive 1950’s/60’s bird and flower print taffeta

Here’s a custom Louise Dress I finished today for a client, in in teal and olive 1950’s/60’s bird and flower print taffeta, with goldtone filigree button and teal cotton binding, size small

This Sunday: AC Clothing and Bags Clearance Sale in Berkeley!

Hey friends! If you missed my pop-up shop at Mercy Vintage last week, here’s your chance to get some super-clearance pieces: I’m clearing out oodles of my ready-to-wear clothing since I’m switching over to mostly offering custom pieces (bags, hot pants, and vintage wool scarves will continue to be available ready-to-wear) and taking a rack to my buddies’ yard sale. They’re selling super cool collectibles, housewares, clothes, etc, since they’re hip people of taste!

Sunday, May 26th, about 9:30 am onward, on Euclid between Virginia and Hilgard

Hope to see you there! – Amy

Introducing a new design by AC Clothing and Bags: The Kristin Skirt!

Vintage Print Elastic Waist Skirt by Amy Cools

Hello friends of AC,

Here’s my new design, I’m super excited about it!

 The Kristin Skirt – AC Clothing and Bags 

This oh so comfy and oh so flattering, playful skirt is created from my collection of fabulous vintage fabrics, cut full with an stripe insert of a contrasting print, with deep full pockets for free and easy wear, topped with a wide matching or contrast color elastic waistband. 

I named this style for my dear friend Kristin, who loves beautiful colors and whimsical prints, is a marvelous sportswoman and dancer, and always dresses in a manner that never skimps on beauty, comfort, and function!
Vintage Print Elastic Waist Skirt by AC Clothing and Bags
These skirts are made to order by request: you select your size and and fabrics / elastics you like from the original vintage fabrics and trims in my online store
https://www.etsy.com/shop/acafterglow?section_id=6224856
https://www.etsy.com/shop/acafterglow?section_id=5326517