The New Year is here, and that means it is time for the one and only annual giveaway here at The Vintage Traveler. Are giveaways passe’? Seems like I’m not seeing quite so many on other blogs, but regardless, I have a lovely gift for the lucky winner.
It’s a beautiful book, Fashion Illustration, 1930 to 1970. Every page really is delightful and the book is a good overview of the famous illustrators of each decade.
To enter, simply leave a comment here. For additional entries, post on The Vintage Traveler facebook page, or make a comment directed to @fuzzylizzie on twitter. It does not even have to be about the giveaway. I’ll pick a winner on Friday, so make sure you get your entries in before noon, EST on that day. There is a maximum three entries per person. You do not have to be in the USA to enter.
I really do want to thank everyone who takes the time to read and to comment. A very Happy New Year to you!
The Vintage Traveler 
Hi Lizzie,
I’ve enjoyed your blog so much this past year – so many memories and so much history that I’ve not found elsewhere.
Looking forward to your next posts and thanks so much for sharing all your research and lovely pictures.
All the best for 2012!
Liz
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good morning, lizzie – and happy new year! the book is beautiful and excited to see where your vintage travels take you next.
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Beautiful! And I want to say thank you for one of the best, most informative blogs out there!
All the very best to you in 2012!
Elizabeth
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This book looks glorious. Great Giveaway! Happy New Year!
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That book is so lovely! I am enamored with illustrations from the 70’s especially those of my high school years. Mostly, I love the LadyBug illustrative ads. Do you recall those? I believe I will be searching for a copy of this book no matter who you give it too. Are you sure you want to give it away? Happy New Year and thank you for keeping this beautiful blog.
Donna
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What a beautiful looking book. As a fellow vintage fashion and Hermes lover, reading your blog is always a joy!
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That is some serious eye candy– I’m in!
Thank You for your wonderful blog and Happy New Year! ~Lisa
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Happy to have stumbled upon your lovely blog! That book looks great! Happy New Year!
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There’s something so romantic about a fashion illustration, and they certainly focus your attention on the details of fashion! Happy New Year, Lizzie, and to everyone who’s reading … I wish a fashionable and healthy year to all!
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HAPPY New Year 2012..I enjoy your blog stories and resources! XOXO
Brande
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Happy New Year. Beautiful book!
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Oh, yes please! I sell patterns mostly because I fell in love with the illustrations. And I always wonder who these artists are, I’d love to learn more.
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Happy New Year, Lizzie!
Looking forward to this year’s vintage travel adventures!
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Lizzie, I found your blog this past year and I love it. Thanks for sharing so much history about the clothing we all love! That’s what vintage is all about…Happy New Year!
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Oh this looks amazing! I adore fashion illustrations (actually illustrations of all kinds) and post them often on my blog.
I hope you had a wonderful New Year’s Eve!
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i love your blog and this book is beautiful!
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That book would be a wonderful edition to my library. And, adding some New Year’s best wishes for you!
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Fabulous giveaway! Definitely count me in!! Happy New Year!!
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Lovely! Count me in 🙂
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Fantastic givaway! It’s beautifully illustrated. Please include me in the draw. Best wishes 🙂
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Thank you so much for all the wonderful trips back in time this year. Your blog is the only one I read daily and love that you have a picture for us, too. I do heirloom sewing and am always researching, but, you have opened many more new avenues I want to explore. May your New Year be full of new treasures.
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Happy new year Lizzie!
This book looks like such a delightful read!
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Happy New Year Lizzie! Thank you for another great year.
Hugs,
Liz Burn
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I love the variety in your posts and the detailed info rather than gloss. The book looks stunning
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It’s so interesting that you’d post this because I’ve been on a vintage fashion book tear, and longing to get out to a used book store to find some locally. Amazing inspiration!
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That book looks amazing!
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What a great giveaway prize! It’s lovely that all the illustrations are arranged chronologically. Sure beats trying to collect a bunch of magazines, though that’s fun too.
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Have you seen the book, “Pantone the 20th century in color”? Not strictly fashion but I think you would like it. I got it for Christmas.
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What a wonderful giveaway – you are so generous!
Happy New Year, Lizzie!
Susan
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Love you Lizzie! I covet that book 🙂 All the best in 2012!
jackie.
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don’t know what’s passe and what’s fashionable since i hardly go to many places on the net. may your 2012 be filled with much joy 🙂
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What a lovely book! Happy New Year! 🙂
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Felice Anno Nuovo, Lizzie
Thank you for your delightful blog. I would love to be in the draw for such a special book. Have a great 2012 and I look forward to reading more about your interesting finds.
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Wow, that book looks wonderful! Thank you for the interesting and informative blog, it is the only blog I actually follow. Happy New Year!
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Hey Lizzie! I have not talked to you in forever! I hope all is well with you and yours. Happy New Year! Keep up the great work you do.
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Very cool book, and good luck in the New Year
Cheryl J
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I enjoy your website very much. I love all the information. Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year!! Oh wow, what a great choice for a giveaway (I’m drooling here). Thanks for such a wonderful blog; it is one that really adds something to the world of vintage. Would love to meet you in person and talk vintage and/or shop together (I’m from Asheville!) sometime.
Cheers~
Andi
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Love reading your blog, and the book is fantastic and lovely. Especially love the pages of eyeglasses and accessories!
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What a lovely book! Please put my name in the hat! I’m an avid reader but a less than avid commenter.
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Thanks for a great year of reading on your blog! The book give away is a fun way to kick off the new year, so I am tossing my hat into the ring (hoping to reach the winning peg).–Jen
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This is a really lovely giveaway. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your blog for the past 7 months since I discovered it. It’s so different to many other blogs out there, always insightful and I learn something new every time! Keep up the wonderful work, I always look forward to your new posts.
Best wishes
Natalie
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wishing all the very best to you in your vintage travels this year, Lizzie! xoxo
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This would be great for my living room when I get an apartment! Very cool!
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Uhhh… giveaways of anything vintage are always okay in my book! As always, more fashion inspiration. You make me want to whip out my 1940s vintage sewing machine and start draping. Happy New Year and here’s to many more gorgeous finds in the year to come.
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Pretty awesome giveaway. I’m new here, but am exploring the world of handmade and vintage clothing so this book is kinda right up my alley!
tina_crossgrove(at)hotmail(dot)com
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Do you happen to watch CBS Sunday Morning? I was watching the Christmas day show and they did a bit on Shopping Bags and it made me think of you.
If the link doesn’t work, just go to CBS Sunday Morning and look for
Fashion Meets Function with Shopping Bags
happy new year!
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7392830n&tag=contentMain;contentBody
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What an incredibly gorgeous book!!!! The illustrations look just amazing! Good luck to everyone! Happy New Year!!
Carrie McCracken
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Your blog has been one of my greatest inspirations this year; I always admired vintage clothing, but am now starting to not only collect, but to wear it after seeing your wonderful collection.
I also appreciated your post a few months ago discussing how internet friends can be closer than those offline. I am glad to include you among mine. Can’t wait to see what you’ll share this year!
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Beautiful book! I’d love to have it but even so, The vintage Traveler can’t be beat…it’s a real joy to me to read and share your wonderful travels…..Thank you ever so much!
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What a stunning book. Please enter me! Thanks for the giveaway!
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Funny how often I do a search on a topic of interest, I will end up on your blog page! 🙂 Thanks for all the wonderfully presented info. You’re blog is a treasure! Loving the book! Please enter me in your giveaway.
Josette
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So happy I discovered your blog. I could get lost in here for days.
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I’ve recently become super interested in the history of fashion, and this book would be an excellent addition to my pile of books of the subject!
love your blog.
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I hope to win and read this book
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Follow on fb=Lyudmila Sizova
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What a great give away! These pictures are gorgeous 🙂
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I’m just overwhelmed by all the super sweet comments. I didn’t mean for this to be a Lizzie Love-fest, but I do greatly appreciate all the nice comments. The teacher in me is really pleased that so many find the information I post to be of use!
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Hi Lizzie – One of my fondest memories was, as a pre-teen/teen in the 60’s & 70’s, when visiting my grandmother, I loved pouring over the Vogues from those decades that she kept in a cupboard. Twiggy, Jean Shrimpton, Penelope Tree and, of course, the exotic Veruschka – what an era! I’m always on the look out for Vogues from that time and they are very difficult to find.
Anyway, love your posts – bring back lots of memories!
Jan
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What a scrumptious looking book! I have many, many books but never have seen this one.
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What a wonderful book! Thank you for the giveaway!
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Such a fab book, and such a nice way to start the New year…
xoxo!
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I left a comment on your Facebook page as well…
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… And am now following on twitter @c_arabesque !
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Hi Lizzie, when i discovered your blog, i could not be so lucky. i have learned so mush about vintage clothing and their history, all this have become a great help since i am the owner of a vintage shop in Chicago. If you ever in Chicago stop by, the name of my shop is Mia Mora.
Take care!
Maria
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Oh, how wonderful! The illustrations are just dreamy!
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I just recently discovered your blog–but it’s one of my top favorite reads now. Short, concise, and very interesting!
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Again, thanks to all who have entered. I’ve really enjoyed reading the comments, as my personal life has been a bit on the down side lately, with a death in the family and one of my favorite persons in the world fighting cancer. Reading all the encouraging comments had meant a great deal to me.
The contest is now closed.
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