In Search of Bakelite and Vintage Clothing

Name: In Search of Bakelite and Vintage Clothing
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This is part of my collection. Not for sale but what I buy among clothing. I do pre 60's. No polyester. Only 70's haute couture or high end designers. Love 40's - 50's. Feel free to tag me.

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143 Comments

dimestorebetty @thevintagediva it came from her estate ;)

Mar 16Reply

dimestorebetty Thanks! Off to bed

Mar 16Reply

dimestorebetty @thevintagediva I just added that last picture. It is the different lots I bought from her estate. I would say about 70% I sold. I had to recoup some of the cost since I purchased over 120 bangles and not a spacer in there.

Mar 18Reply

dimestorebetty @thevintagediva oh yeah I know it is small!! I knew that a lot about her items and the history. I also know they sold a few other dealers too and I assume you do too. I no longer sell out of store, just online on the side. The bakelite market is not what it used to be and they're not going for that much. I actually make jewelry but mainly for necklaces that I carved from vintage Bakelite only. I haven't done that in about five years.

Mar 18Reply

dimestorebetty @thevintagediva I have two bowties. Both of them are original and I purchased over 20 years ago. I love dots and laminates. We should talk a little more. I'll drop you an email but this week is a little crazy

Mar 18Reply

carrion @thevintagediva @dimestorebetty how interesting🍒I also work in the plastics field manufacturing teflon components for scientific glass blowers🍐it's a family business so I grew up loving plastic and my collection started in English town NJ in 1970 when I was a kid, bought my first bakalite there

Mar 19Reply

dimestorebetty @carrion I love the earrings you posted. Very unique!!!

Mar 19Reply

dimestorebetty @tumblingtim All different. I like slim fitted dresses, sarongs, full circle novelty prints, fitted sweaters, shoes (size 8) and so forth. I like really fun or sexy (not slutty) items.

Mar 19Reply

dimestorebetty @thevintagediva I love sweaters! If you have any printed/scene ones please let me know. I like unique ones. I even have a Helen Bond Carruthers. I am looking for more novelty print types like ship, fish, hawaiian motif. I have plenty of the normal beaded cardigans that I would only be interested if they are unique. I also have some cashmere Daltons pullovers but would be willing if I do not have the colors. Being in the Bay Area it is perfect for the lightweight sweaters. Thanks!

Mar 27Reply

mahoganycharm @dimestorebetty this is an awesome collection! @thevintagediva how awesome is it to see some of your pieces show up unexpectedly. I love the vibrant colors!!!

Apr 04Reply

mahoganycharm @dimestorebetty I'll keep an eye out for your interests. What clothing sizes do you prefer? If you don't mind me asking.

Apr 04Reply

ritahripsime29 @dimestorebetty hi! Just came across your closet! I have a lot of vintage clothing I have not posted on poshmark yet! However i do have some reasonable jewelry posted! If there is anything in particular you are looking for, let me know! I may have it! :)

Apr 15Reply

dimestorebetty @ritahripsime29 Thanks! I am mainly looking for 40's 50's items. No poly. Feel free to tag me

Apr 16Reply

tammyleetucker WOW🙆 amazing collection😻🐾 I have a grey vintage sweater in my closet; check it out; you bought the ladybug sweater from me; I will tag you

Apr 30Reply

theclosetcase @dimestorebetty ~ I'm more a rhinestone girl but if I see any bake lite I'll be happy to tag you. Happy hunting!

May 04Reply

niftylisa Why did you give me 1 star???? I shipped it as I said I would, got it to you super fast and in time before you left??? @dimestorebetty that was really malicious of you. :(

May 14Reply

dimestorebetty @niftylisa because you were mean to me and out right rude when I asked then blocked me when all I was doing was asking about the status. Plus it was not as described.

May 14Reply

dimestorebetty @niftylisa and you did not ship when you said you would. Fast??!!! Waiting over a week after I paid is NOT fast.

May 14Reply

skeeterposh @dimestorebetty I have a YSL Smoking Suit from late 80's in mint condition. Is that something you would be interested in?

Jul 15Reply

dimestorebetty @classicdramatic maybe. Are they actually bamboo or bamboo shaped?

Jul 19Reply

ea4020sherlock Hi, you purchased several bracelets from me. I have 4 bakalite dress clips to list. Is that something your interested in?

Sep 09Reply

atticcaffair Hello! Wonderful collection! 😍Don't mean to bother you but how would you recommend testing for Bakelite? I own a bunch of vintage bangles & would be interested to know...thanks you! 😊 (also hv a bunch of Vntg items listed if you ever wanted to check it out)

Sep 09Reply

fashionista2831 @gemgette

Oct 17Reply

fashionista2831 @dimestorebetty - @gemgette has a Vintage Black Sequin Jacket from Plymouth Shops of NYC

Oct 17Reply

mommymoo124 I have 2 SERIOUS vintage dresses. One heavy satin, one Hand beaded in 1956 at Bergdorf Goodman. Both one of a kind. Expensive, but you'll see why. Send me your email address if interested.❤️

Oct 17Reply

pinkiosk Wowwww! Thank you so much for your bundle purchase. I am in the process of posting some more bangles ill tag you when I do. I was not expecting to sale these so quick. I will ship them tomorrow; )

Nov 24Reply

dimestorebetty @pinkiosk yes please do. I love bangles.

Nov 24Reply

pinkiosk @dimestorebetty sounds good thank you; )

Nov 24Reply

dimestorebetty @pinkiosk i just followed you on IG

Nov 24Reply

pinkiosk @dimestorebetty great thank you

Nov 24Reply

yugiohmom @dimestorebetty Hi! Just popping in to say hi. I'm in the Bay Area too! San Jose. Nice meeting you!

Nov 25Reply

yugiohmom @dimestorebetty hi! I'm introducing myself because I may have Bakelite. I've started listing my Moms Jewelry, she was in WWII and into costume! I can even smell the chemicals without water, sensitive nose. I ordered the Simichrome last night. I do have two items listed as not for sale right now. I'll tag you when I'm ready if you like. 🍒❤️xoxoxoxo❤️🍒

Nov 25Reply

dimestorebetty @yugiohmom sounds great! Thanks for thinking of me

Nov 26Reply

yugiohmom @dimestorebetty I'm sorry, I forgot, do you only buy bangles? Thanks.

Nov 26Reply

dimestorebetty @yugiohmom mainly but I also buy other Bakelite items as well but usually at they're unique. Still tag me though

Nov 26Reply

4dogsforme Hi, I have a vintage closet. Also a vintage clothing store, let me put some of my Oder things on my site for you to see. I have a 1920s beaded dress you might like, it's not perfect but very wearable. Have a beautiful day🌺

Dec 07Reply

jessregelson Amazing collection!

Dec 10Reply

dimestorebetty @jessregelson thanks hon!

Dec 10Reply

justneha1 I've got some vintage clothing if you're interested :)

Jan 19Reply

dimestorebetty @justneha1 yeah! Let me know what you have

Jan 19Reply

justneha1 I've got them all listed in my closet, they consist of vintage sweaters, few dresses, and vintage tops and crop tops

Jan 19Reply

jenbrb2000 I have a ton of vintage clothes accessories and memorabilia as I owned a vintage clothing store for many years. And I have a t shirt collection of over 300 tees Vintage Pucci Gucci And a 30s dress that was before they even put tags in clothes it's stunning I will post it to show u. I will check for bracelets I don't think I have that as I had a guy in Soho who was a big buyer

Jan 24Reply

dimestorebetty @jenbrb2000 Yeah. Let me know. I mainly look for plastics.. Also interested in vintage Pucci and Gucci but more like from the 70's or older. Fell free to tag me

Jan 24Reply

jenbrb2000 I'm a 60sand 70s myself But I will pull out some stuff later and post

Jan 24Reply

jenbrb2000 Any interest in vintage denim like the old lee and Levi those are from 50s. I have red line and big E Levi and lee 101j jacket sanforized

Jan 24Reply

dimestorebetty @jenbrb2000 ladie's pants that side zip and big E Levi's pants yes. Also, if you have any 50's T shirts I may be interested in those. My major hunt right now is old short sleeves knit sweater/shirts with large graphics like fish, Pinups, Hawaiian, etc....

Jan 24Reply

rrhaefner @dimestorebetty hi I have additional authentic vintage that was stored from grandma & great-grandma. Pillbox hats, skirt & sweater sets a few leather 70's coats. Sold quite a bit already to other vintage buyers but if interested happy to share pics. None but Lilli Ann posted on Posh right now but have lots of other stuff. A 1950 men's suit Suit perfect condition if any interest at all tag me in a message

Feb 08Reply

dimestorebetty @rrhaefner Yes I would be interested especially in the sweaters sets and skirts. If the men's suit is larger, I may also be interested. You can email me at elegantflea AT hotmail dot com

Feb 08Reply

rrhaefner @dimestorebetty I will pull them from storage. I keep all vintage in special storage space to maintain integrity & quality. I will send email with photo attachments of current items I think may peak your interest. I am very much a vintage treasure hunter and find all vintage shops when I travel and inherited some very quality items when family members passed. I also have an amazing fox fur circa 1970 owned by wife of famous cosmetic company owner

Feb 09Reply

dimestorebetty @rrhaefner thank hon. Actually fur is the one thing I do not do especially in the Bay Area since there is no need to wear something like that

Feb 09Reply

ablail Hope you enjoyed bracelet & ring

Feb 20Reply

msmarlow03 Hello I have some Bakelite bracelets would you be interested? And I necklace

Apr 20Reply

dimestorebetty @msmarlow03 Thank you for thinking of me. Yes I would be interested. Can you post a bundle of everything you have but label it not for sale then tag me?

Apr 20Reply

msmarlow03 Sure I'm at work now but I will soon as I get home tonight

Apr 20Reply

msmarlow03 Hello they are listed

Apr 20Reply

msmarlow03 Not sure you can make a offer

Apr 21Reply

msmarlow03 Hello I listed another picture

Apr 22Reply

rrrrrj Very cool collection!

Apr 27Reply

nycdiamondgurl @dimestorebetty you know about vintage there could be things wrong with that I don't see I have to really look I can go outside and do that right now well it's daytime give me your email and I'll email you pictures

May 09Reply

nycdiamondgurl @dimestorebetty sorry wrong person Poshmark is messing up my messages they're having a glitch

May 09Reply

dinabev Look in @fashionjack34 closet. She has amazing vintage clothing.

Jun 19Reply

fashionjack34 @dinabev I don't see any vintage posted

Jun 19Reply

dimestorebetty @fashionjack34 I think she was telling me to check out your stuff 😉 you have some cute stuff

Jun 19Reply

dinabev yes that's it. Lol. I was trying to get @dimestorebetty to look in your closet @fashionjack34

Jun 19Reply

fashionjack34 @dimestorebetty I would love to see yr things even just pictures

Jun 19Reply

finnypants Hey girly! Check out my closet. My best friend and I share a closet and she has a ton of vintage clothing and a lot of vintage jewelry.

Jun 23Reply

thwelshbohemian @rmccouture has fantastic high end vintage and bakelite 😍

Jun 26Reply

rmccouture FANTASTIC COLLECTION! I have a collection as well, but nothing like what you have here! I am selling a few Bakelite pieces, but have difficulty letting go of them for some odd reason, so most of my collection is just stored away. @bubblegoldfish Erica, thanks for tagging me here. I definitely have an eclectic vintage collection. Please feel free to browse without pressure! Nice to meet you Betty! ❤️Amanda

Jun 26Reply

apergoli @dimestorebetty wow!!! Your collection is amazing!!! I'm a 40s-50s junky myself;)

Jun 29Reply

oohahh @dimestorebetty Hello! @bakelitebetty has lots of Bakelite items.

Jul 09Reply

dimestorebetty @bakelitebetty yes, Stella 😉

Jul 09Reply

dimestorebetty @bakelitebetty ahhhhh... Thought it was after a streetcar named desire. That makes sense.

Jul 09Reply

goodgaudy Amazing collection.

Jul 16Reply

mamacitadeaz I have some vintage posted up. I will be getting some 1940's dresses soon.

Jul 23Reply

dimestorebetty @chickouture to rage me just used the @ symbol and then my name. Please rage me when listed. Thanks!!

Aug 06Reply

cigi36 I have three pair of what i think is bakelite clip on earrings from the 40's or 50', 60's possibly. Alot of vintage jewelry of my grandmothers.

Sep 01Reply

dimestorebetty @cigi36 feel free to tag me

Sep 01Reply

cigi36 I sure will

Sep 01Reply

pralinequeen Thank you Betty, I appreciate your Posh love !

Sep 02Reply

goodgaudy I love a collector. Check me out when you get a chance. ♡

Sep 12Reply

dactup Thank u dimestore betty! Thats bakelite in the purse isnt it? Do u know anything abt it? My grandmas but never knew history? Thanks

Oct 04Reply

dimestorebetty @dactup actually it is lucite. I would say about 95% of the old plastic purses are lucite or similar and very rarely ever Bakelite. I have a few Dorset Rex purses and all have been lucite. Yours is very nice. They sold mainly in department stores like Macy's.

Oct 04Reply

scarlet156 @scarlet156. I have a huge mixture of items some Bakelite have more will post soon. Love your collection

Oct 26Reply

dimestorebetty @scarlet156 thanks for letting me know. Feel free to tag me

Oct 26Reply

johannab2 Hi Betty! Thanks for the like on the coat! Are you looking for Bakelite jewelry? I have other items but they are not listed in my closet. I do have vintage clothing not listed either but I will have to read your specifications again. I am one of those quirky people who would rather wear vintage!

Oct 30Reply

muddypuddles Love your profile photo 💖💗🎀👭

Nov 05Reply

apassgtovintage My kind of lady!!! ✨🍾✨

Nov 06Reply

sgt_wunder Thanks for the like!! Love your collection! Will tag you when everything is posted, should be by this weekend!! Have a great day!!

Dec 08Reply

thepsykokittie I have a great vintage coat that I need to list. I haven't done so yet because I'm unsure of a fair price. I'll tag you if you might be interested?

Dec 10Reply

dimestorebetty @thepsykokittie yes feel free!

Dec 10Reply

megsalmon2400 I have a very large collection of vintage designer and no designer clothes. Are you looking for anything specific I can list for you.

Dec 26Reply

groth18 @dimestorebetty Hi there! If you are interested in this item I will discount it for you if you make an offer 💖⭐️😃

Mar 22Reply

certifiedcrush I collect Bakelite bangles too!!! <3

May 27Reply

vdthomas Thank you❤️❤️❤️

Jun 19Reply

wewillrock Jealous **)) , greatcollection

Aug 01Reply

dimestorebetty @wewillrock thanks hon!

Aug 01Reply

warriormenace 😍😍 Ohhhhhhhhh my , that collection is beautiful !! 😍😍

Aug 06Reply

paulettejean Hello!! I just tagged you on another poshers site-she has Bakelite from the 50's! I hope you find some treasures!! Happy poshing 😘❤️

Aug 30Reply

dimestorebetty @paulettejean Thanks for thinking of me!!

Aug 31Reply

paulettejean @dimestorebetty you bet!! We are a community ♥️ !!

Aug 31Reply

lindafinds That is an incredible collection. I tag you on one of my brooches. Also have some great vintage purses.

Sep 16Reply

carterclub @dimestorebetty ... we have a ton of vintage clothes that belong to Keely Smith from the 50's thru the 90's. What designers are you interested in?

Dec 11Reply

kbloss89 @dimestorebetty you just purchased a vintage parasol purse from me and I noticed you collect 1940s vintage fashion. I'm currently using Posh to clean out my closet and I have a vintage 1940s dress I was planning on posting. Figured I would tell you so you could check it out before I shipped your purse. :)

Jan 01Reply

dimestorebetty @kbloss89 Definitely! Link me when you have it posted please.

Jan 01Reply

twinkieheart I have 2 beautiful vintage bracelets and I doubt know what they're made of but they're big and they make the most charming sound when they clack together not like new stuff does so they're made of something interesting, how do I tell what they are any suggestions? I tried running them under warm water but my nose sucks at picking up smells

Jan 07Reply

dimestorebetty @twinkieheart Do they have seams or pour marks on the inside? If so then they are more likely plastic or lucite. What do they look like? Whatever you do please do not test with fire/matches. I find that testing with 409 or scrubbing bubbles also work. If you put a little on a qtip and rub the inside of the bangle it can give you results that way. Maybe post a pict in your "outerwear" closet marker? Then maybe delete the pict later?

Jan 07Reply

twinkieheart @dimestorebetty no seams or marks at all, they are a clear-ish color and each has a type of cloth like material that was glazed into the inside I doubt know how to describe it, I'll post pics later and tag you if that's ok? What do I look for if I rub it with 409?

Jan 07Reply

dimestorebetty @twinkieheart with scrubbing bubble and 409 you are looking for a yellow tint on the qtip after you rub the bangle. If it is glazed into something then it is most likely lucite, which will not turn the qtip yellow.

Jan 07Reply

dimestorebetty @twinkieheart feel free to tag me

Jan 07Reply

twinkieheart @dimestorebetty cool, what a neat trick, I'll try it 😀

Jan 07Reply

lsills77 are there any specific pieces? i know a dealer with an immense collection....

Jan 08Reply

dimestorebetty @lsills77 I am always on the look out for dots and zigzags. I know many of the larger dealers. I am open to knowing and buying more.

Jan 08Reply

lsills77 @dimestorebetty oh yes i am sure... if i find anything i will be sure to tag you. everything i have found here has been fairly pricey...

Jan 08Reply

dimestorebetty @lsills77 Definitely! If you see things that are not labeled Bakelite that you think I may be interested, obviously if you are not buying for yourself, please feel free to tag me.

Jan 08Reply

ms_goodeye @dimestorebetty your collection is gorgeous! I have one myself and have been debating selling some. Love them just don’t wear them. Also have tons of other vintage jewelry, scarves, purses, coats and clothing. I haven’t posted much ( cause I’m a hoarder and it’s hard to let go of it - lol), but if I do I’ll give you at tag. 😉.

Apr 14Reply

dimestorebetty @ms_goodeye Thanks! I totally understand the hoarding aspect. I prefer to say it is a "collection." lol! I do not get to wear them much with work lately unfortunately. But I still keep buying ;)

Apr 15Reply

hollysmurray Hey Betty thanks for liking the bat belt. I do have an old bracelet that may be bakelite. Not in my closet but I can list it tomorrow. 🌸Holly

May 13Reply

enluxe I love uour closet!!! I also noticed a ring you liked.....would you like it ?:):)

May 27Reply

starcruson Thank you!!😘 Your new beehive hat will be mailed tomorrow. Blessings!😘

Jun 30Reply

dimestorebetty @starcruson Thanks hon!!

Jun 30Reply

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Jul 01Reply

starcruson You're killing me Smalls!😂😂

Jul 03Reply

starcruson Super excited you love the hat! Thank you so much for the awesome rating. You Rock!!!😘😘😘😘😘😘💃💃💃

Jul 03Reply

dimestorebetty @starcruson lol!! I am surprised how much I really do like it. It’s such a conversational piece

Jul 03Reply

starcruson @dimestorebetty These hats were all the rage in the 60's. A great piece of fashion history!

Jul 03Reply

jbrblove0515 @dimestorebetty hi there , thank you for buying the shoes . I will ship em on Monday . Have a great weekend ❤️

Aug 25Reply

talkaboutvtg HIEEE BETTY! Im a Betty too! I love your vintage closet and all these bangles are ah maz zingggg! WOWZA!

Sep 21Reply

farbacktrading We have the same taste in Bakelite, I have a huge collection

Oct 08Reply

firsthandshake Fabulous collection!! I just wanted to apologize for not shipping your phone cord bag out sooner. I’ve been super busy but have wanted to reinforce the strap for you. It’s fine but still could be better secured. I’m doing it right now and I will have it out to you by tomorrow :). Thanks!

Nov 02Reply

dimestorebetty @firsthandshake no worries!! Thanks for the update hon

Nov 02Reply

firsthandshake @dimestorebetty thanks for understanding and no problem!

Nov 02Reply

linniek24 Hi. You put an offer In For the vintage pin. If u are interested I could lower my price. Would u be able To do 35$. Let me know and I’ll see wha I can do. It’s my friends. So I need to ask her. Thank u. Linda.

Jun 12Reply

dimestorebetty @linniek24 yeah I can do that. Let me know. Thanks!

Jun 13Reply

linniek24 @dimestorebetty offer 35 and it’s yours.

Jun 13Reply

linniek24 When u put the offer in I will accept. Thank u

Jun 13Reply

dimestorebetty @linniek24 thanks hon! It will be well cherished

Jun 13Reply

linniek24 @dimestorebetty that’s very sweet of you. I’ll be sending it out tonite and I hope you love it ! Thank you. Linda

Jun 13Reply

healingbeauty Hello🌷Sending Warmth and Welcome Please come visit my little closet of sweet treasures when you have a peaceful moment to wander 💚🌿 Wishing you a day filled with Light and Beauty

Mar 03Reply

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Jan 01Reply

mysalesrock Hello! please check out our closet! We specialized in high-end Couture vintage jewelry and accessories. Including Brands like Dior, Givenchy, Donna Karen, Anne Klein, Kenneth Jay Lane, and Robert Lee Morris, Among many other high-end brands. Please take a moment to Rock and roll through our closet, you might see something that will ROCK with your style! Don't forget to follow us!

Sep 06Reply

krissyany Hi, my posh friend. This is a such nice place. There are so many cute and pretty stuff in my closet. Hope you will find your fun there. Good luck for you.

Nov 21Reply

adoringstyles Hey there. Welcome to Poshmark. I like scarves because they come in so many styles and they are colorful. They have a variety of possibilities with all kinds of clothes. Hope you get your fun. Best to you.

Feb 01Reply