Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
Welcome to Catherine Simms, a store dedicated to Vintage Special Occasion Clothing~ One of a kind fashion~ because everyone deserves to sparkle!
Thank you for your purchase during this difficult time...We so appreciate that you are supporting a small family owned business!
Announcement
Welcome to Catherine Simms, a store dedicated to Vintage Special Occasion Clothing~ One of a kind fashion~ because everyone deserves to sparkle!
Thank you for your purchase during this difficult time...We so appreciate that you are supporting a small family owned business!
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Huub on Jan 19, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful capelet and my fiancee loves it! Although there was a delivery setback, communication with Cathy was always fast and clear. Tnx!
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Alana on Jan 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsFits like a glove, not a single sequin out of place. Thank you!
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Chanel on Jan 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis dress has my name All over it. Catherine answered all my questions. The packaging was great. I plan on wearing it for my birthday. The fit is amazing. Thank you for a great piece to my wardrobe.
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cheryl on Jan 5, 2021
5 out of 5 starsStunning! Thrilled! Cathi out-done herself! What a wonderful shop & seller! Can't wait to shop here again! Sensational!!! Five stars not nearly enough! LOVE!
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andykob on Dec 27, 2020
5 out of 5 starsHey Catherine, i have received the dresses and thank you so much for being so kind helping me avoid the taxes, and also, the wrapping was magical. i absolutely adore them and the dresses fit like a glove, they are so beautiful. I shall be purchasing rom you in the future for sure, have a wonderful holidays and a very happy and prosperous New Year, Big hug
Andy x x x x ( A very sparkly lady now! ) -
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michelle on Dec 26, 2020
5 out of 5 starsJust perfect!!! This top is perfect for the holidays! Thank you!!!
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Cathy on Dec 21, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThis is a beautiful piece of jewelry! Great communication with the seller and I definitely recommend her to anyone.
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Reema on Dec 19, 2020
5 out of 5 starsCathi is so amazing and such a pleasure to purchase from! Her items are beautiful and she’s a pro- Quick and safe shipping always. Thank you! A very happy and loyal customer. ❤️
About CatherineSimmsVtg
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at the Gatsby party, my family minus the mates, and grandkids
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my grandaughter who is just too cute for words!
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my youngest daughter Hayley who is my partner in this new sequin endeavor
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my middle daughter who helps me all the time with business and party planning
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my eldest daughter who is my style guru!
The Story of Catherine Simms
In 1985, I began a Bridal and Special occasion store, named Catherine Simms in the Chicagoland area. This store, far exceeded my expectations and in time, we found ourselves selling literally thousands of prom and special occasion dresses. During the time I owned the store, we had hundreds of fashion shows and I was in sparkly, lacy heaven! It was a dream job, and I loved every minute of it. But after 7 years, came children, and more life (my husband took over his dad’s company) so I sold my store in the 1990s. Not long after, I began to work with young people. Using my fashion show skills I began to create large dance productions events for kids and teenagers. We took teens to many countries and danced around the world (literally) putting on productions and training young people that there is a big world out there. Of course I had to raise money for my dreams, and began to sell old photos in 2000s. For almost 20 years I have sold old photos mostly majoring on 1920s fashions and beautiful images and sold photos all over the world. Always with an eye on beauty and fashion, I loved it! After 2009, it was time to move on from teenagers, but the photos stayed with me, and I created a place on Etsy as well as eBay known for selling vintage photos.
In 2018 for our 40th anniversary, my hubby and I decided to have a big party. Great Gatsby was the theme and instead of dressing in the fringy flapper, I decided to do sequins, deco, and full on Gatsby. It was beyond fun, and I was suddenly hooked on a new passion (or an old one) 1980s/90s Vintage clothing and fashion. Remembering that that era was strong on the same styling as the Art Deco and flapper fashion, I couldn’t get enough and began to hunt all around for more of the sequin goodies, thrilled that I knew many of the designers, knew their fit, and once again found that all things can become new again!
Now that it is 2020, Great Gatsby parties are even becoming more and more something people are enjoying. So I have a division in the store, named Party like the 1920s! Fashions that will make you stand out and go back to an age of food, jazz, and fun!
1980s is also a fun fashion trend today, so you will see some classic 1980s styles, with some of my favorite designers that I remember buying the first time they came around.
Also, Remember that vintage fashion is just good common sense. The quality of items that were sold in 1980 were of much higher quality than those of today. The hand beading on some of the older pieces are absolutely amazing. But remember, they were also sized differently. So you shouldn't depend on the size on the tag, but instead know your own measurements. And buying vintage means that you will be doing your part to help our environment and repurpose these beautiful items.So here is to the fashions of yesterday brought back for you today!
I have been in customer service and retail for so many years, and I want you to have a good transaction! If there are any problems at all, please do not hesitate to let me know so that I can cheerfully work it out with you and that you will be happy! Which is frankly why I do this to begin with!!
Thanks for checking us out!
Cathi
Shop policies
Color may vary from monitor to monitor; please know this before purchasing. Also Vintage Sizes are known for being smaller than today's sizes...so MEASURE!! and
please ask any questions you might have, I am usually not to far away from my phone so i can answer you!
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept cancellations
I don't accept returns or exchanges
Returns and exchange details
Note: we try hard to get things cleaned and repaired before it is shipped to you..if there is something that i could not repair it will be mentioned, but my goal is to make sure it is in Great condition for you!
These are vintage pieces..so I might miss something from time to time..and if so..WRITE ME..i will be happy to make things right for you! I want you to come back again and again!
Payment
I will also work out layaway if you need to take time to pay something
Again, communication is key.