Welcome to my Life, "Please Come In"

Little fashionable me! As you can see I started to become aware of fashion at a very early age. I wish I had that little hat and coat today.



I love designing vintage inspired clothing. My signature line, "Vintage By Bonni Lanese" was born. I've always loved old movies, the glamour the wonderful fashions, hairstyles and also the home furnishings of the times. Sometimes I'm so engrossed in looking at all the backround etc. I forget to listen to the dialog of the movie.



Everyday I create something new. Sometimes it's just in my mind but will come to life eventually, and thank you for visiting me.



Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Please Visit My New Etsy Store


YIPPEE! My new Etsy Store is now open and ready for quick shopping. I'm listing items often so please keep checking. Thanks for looking ~bonni~
http://www.etsy.com/shop/bonnilanese

Monday, January 9, 2012

Quips from bonni


I received this birthday card from my sister last August. I love it. Life is too short, so ENJOY!

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

I'm on a Quest to make those T Mobile Dresses



I have found much success making vintage inspired sundresses for customers. I'd like you to meet Cheryl, she commissioned me to make her this very wonderful crepe pink polka dot sundress and it looks fabulous on her. Her husband loves it so I've heard!! I'm very excited to dress all the women who love this look of sexy sweet. Who in the world wouldn't want that!! I know I do. I've made myself several dresses and have gotten many compliments.
Come on girls, get back into dresses, they make you feel so pretty. contact me we'll talk!! ~bonni~

This dark pink dress is the latest of my sundresses, I know that my photo looks more red but it actually is the dark pink shade. Custom made of cotton, Lycra, ponte, for this happy girl in Champagne, Illinois.  Her very sweet boyfriend contracted me to make it for her as a surprise birthday gift. WOW, what a guy!!! It fits like a glove & she looks  fabulous.
Thanks for looking.
~bonni~

Friday, December 16, 2011

MAD MEN DRESSES, I LOVE THEM DON'T YOU???





Oh yes, I've made many dresses with inspiration from the 50's and 60's styles.  I make specialty wardrobes for individual clients.  The Mad Men dressess that you see on the AMC TV show, & love, I can make them for you. These creations take a little time, to hunt down just the right fabric and then construct. I use Mood Fabrics in New York and Virginia Marti. I will need good measurements of the client, a deposit and I'm on my way. You often can have a fabulous custom made dress for an amazing price, depending on the fabric choice of course.
If you haven't seen the show than go to your library and get the dvd of all 4 seasons. It's fabulous, & the story is pretty good too!!
contact me and we'll talk  ~bonni~

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Remember that all my garments are American made by ME!!








It takes much thought to see a project to the end. Enjoyment all along the way. Creating, pondering, searching for the right fabric, design, layout, construction, fitting, sewing, sewing and more sewing. It's a passion.

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

MADE IN AMERICA by ME!!!






I'm proud to buy American made items. I always shop at the local businesses in my town. It's important to help the little guy stay in business. I'm so grateful to all my loyal customers that buy from me. It keeps the heartbeat of our local economy pumping. THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!

Saturday, May 14, 2011

My Spring Clothing Collection in Chagrin Falls, Ohio



My Spring collection has found a new home for a limited time. I love the way they look in the Art Gallery, Imagery Fine Art, StepNorth, Chagrin Falls, Ohio. I'm sharing space with wonderful wall art paintings. Our local artists are so very talented. I feel I have arrived!!
Please stop by and gaze at all that the gallery has to offer. ~bonni~