Mad About Mod

What do you think of when you hear the word mod? I think of a-line dresses, Edie Sedgwick, Twiggy, Bond girls, white patent leather go go boots, and cool, clear bubble umbrellas. For starters.

Trimfit Hosiery | Edie Sedgwick for Vogue | Yves Saint Laurent, 1966 | Twiggy

You don’t need a time machine or even a vintage shop to take cues from the stylish ladies of the 60s. You can build your mod uniform around one of our clear bubble umbrellas, then visit ModCloth for a vintage-inspired dress.

The Fabulous Peggy MoffittLinda Morand for Conde Nast | 1965, Harper’s Bazaar. Photographer: Richard Avedon. Model: Jean ShrimptonWe even have cool mod umbrellas for young fashionistas. 

What a great look. Who’s your favorite 60s mod fashion icon? Are you on Pinterest? If so, be sure to tag us so we can add your pins to our Mad About Mod board. 

Stephen Joseph Umbrellas for Kids

Umbrella Parade in Milwaukie, Oregon via City of Milwaukie, Woman’s DayWe spend a lot of time talking about our vintage umbrellas and showcasing the beautiful weddings and photo shoots that that they’ve been a part of, but today we want to show you some of the special styles we have to offer at Umbrellas.net.

In addition to the gorgeous Bella Umbrella pagodas designed by Jodell, we feature a curated collection of umbrellas by other designers like these colorful, fun printed umbrellas for kids by Stephen Joseph.

One of these cheerful umbrellas would make a great first umbrella or back-to-school gift for the children in your life! If you find yourself in Milwaukie, Oregon in December, they can march in the annual umbrella parade.