Her name is a MOUTHFUL………..her flair goes with HER name.Do you know this woman?If you adore FASHION and are from NEW YORK my bet is you DO!
“Tziporah can be spotted around town, always dressed to the nines.Her vast collection of vintage and ethnic clothing makes her a favorite amongst fashion bloggers and a popular face on the weekly style pages.Tziporah’s love of fashion has been with her since an early age,but it is with time and experience that she has perfected her signature look.”……by ARI SETH author of ADVANCED STYLE.
YOUR CONTESSA HERE happens to FOLLOW her INSTAGRAM account and saw that she will be here in my city of SAN FRANCISCO!I have a dear friend who is having a 60~ something birthday and thought wouldn’t this be a FUN OUTING!
I immediately ordered tickets.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRINCIPESSA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I googled HER to find out more and found out she went to U.C. BERKELEY in the late 60’s
SO,did my friend the PRINCIPESSA!
Wouldn’t this be a hoot if they remembered each other!Especially since I am giving TZIPORAH as a GIFT for the BIRTHDAY!
I also found out she rides about NEW YORK CITY On an ITALIAN bicycle………
She doesNOT like HER legs……..neither do I.
Nor her stomach……….D I T T O!!!
She collects ANTIQUE textiles…………..and wears them.
She ADORES HATS………..these too she DONS and wears quite beautifully!
Her approach to dressing is “like making a painting,” she says
Her Oriental textiles, some of which are more than 200 years old, are another highlight (“I keep them on a rack in my room because I like to feast my eyes on them”).Who doesNOT like to FEAST on beautiful fabric…….. who does this remind YOU of……………..ME.YOURS TRUELY!
“Addressing her class, she starts her seminar with the basics. “Know your body,” she instructs, throwing back her shoulders and taking a wide stance like a ballerina in second position.”I like the SOUND of this already!I also LIKE her ACCESSORIZES!
In an INTERVIEW she says…………
“So I figured out how to shop at vintage stores. The clothes are made better, and they’re much cheaper. ”
“Bill CUNNINGHAM discovered her outside BERGDORF GOODMAN,where she would go to visit her father who worked in alterations.CUNNINGHAM would often linger there to photograph the customers.”
“Between Tziporah’s multiple costume changes — about a dozen, overall — and lengthy stories, the class runs overtime, but none of her students seem to mind. As she begins to put her clothes away, a woman opens a bottle of wine and passes around tiny cups for a toast. “The point of this class isn’t to get people to dress like me,” Tziporah concludes. “What I want is for you to dress like you. I want you to make your own individual statement. I just show you what’s possible.”
I will be there to meet and WELCOME TZIPORAH to the WEST COAST I hope perhaps if you live close by you can attend also!I would LOVE to meet you too!
Here is the INFORMATION:
DATE: AUGUST 23, A SUNDAY.
TIME: 2:00 ~ 4:00 pm
Location:PRESIDIO HEIGHTS in SAN FRANCISCO.
TICKETS: email HER at [email protected]
LIMITED SEATING so doNOT PROCRASTINATE!!!
If I can be of ANY HELP email me…………[email protected]
HOPE TO SEE A FEW OF YOU BLOG READER’S THERE!!!!!!!!!
I know WE will LOVE her chat and of course SHARE a few laughs………
ANDIAMO AMICI………….ANDIAMO!
anita@letshavelunch says
What an amazing looking woman to go with an amazing name!!!!
I love the photo where she’s wearing a lovely vintage top and her arms are adorned with amber bangles.
Report back on your day and hope your friend enjoys her birthday treat.
Ciao Bella
xx Neat
contessa says
I DEFINITELY will REPORT in on the BIRTHDAY delight!Hopefully, I will be able to snap a few snap shots to share as well…………stay TUNED.
Her name means BIRD……….in Hebrew.I ABSOLUTELY ADORE THAT!I know YOU will too NEAT!
XO
Dawn says
Definitely hit and miss, but good for her for having fun putting it all together.
Tova K. says
Hit or miss? I beg to differ with you. But regardless, too bad you had to leave a rude comment.
contessa says
She is a walking PAINTING……………
janis wilkins says
I love Tziporah’s style and look and never think she misses. She is devoted to every detail from the simplest to most extravagant …. I love her!
PRINCESS PARCHUKÉ says
I have to agree with Tova K.
I, too, personally know and love Tziporah…
Tziporah never had a ‘miss’…
All hits…!!!
Penelope Bianchi says
Hit and hit you must mean! She does dress like a painting !! Brava!
Joy Moos says
Oh My, another WINNER! Such flair! Such daring! No wonder you must adore her! Lucky you…going to meet and greet Tziporah! I applaud her creativity…and , like YOU, share it with us all!
contessa says
I PROMISE TO SHARE HER……..if I am allowed the opportunity to click away I shall do so JUST FOR ALL OF YOU!
Eleanor says
You two must be related! What a wonderful woman, full of individuality and spunk… Just like you. XOXO
contessa says
AND HEATHER KNOWS HER ELLIE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anita Rivera says
WOW. That last photo of her with the purplish fur coat and parasol is stunning. She is a beautiful woman anyway, but you can tell she has perfected her style, tailored to HER body and style! MARVELOUS! This helps make turning 60 in only three years for me hopeful that as with everything else I am working on (both physically and spiritually), you decide how you will live. What a great time you will have, Contessa! GO FOR IT! I can’t wait to see the pictures! XOXOXO
contessa says
I have to say YOU leave THE BEST COMMENTS!!!!!!!!!!!!
I PROMISE TO GO FOR IT…………and I promise to TAKE NOTES!!
XX
D. A. Wolf says
She is amazing! I started following her on Instagram, I think because I found her through you! She is an example of a woman who makes her own style, clearly believes that fashion is fun and ageless, and I see her as a role model to all of us — as are you, my friend!
contessa says
THANKS DEBRA……….she is a ROLE MODEL. I AGREE……………….XX
Donna says
Elizabeth~ I will hop over and find her on Instagram! I love that she is CLEARLY confident and daring enough to be her own person and not care what others think. I’m like that in my home decor, but not so much in my style of dress (I’m not sure why). I see obvious joy de vivre in her style! LOVE THIS! Cheers to being strong enough to be YOU!! Wish I could go….. Xoxoxo,Donna (Faded Velvet)
contessa says
NOW, are you NOT The DAME who bought a wedding veil at the thrift shop with me and NEVER took it off until bed time???NO one batted an eye when you walked into stores or the hubby came home and you cooked dinner!I THINK YOU ARE RIGHT UP THERE almost with THE BIRD!!!
TZIPORAH!!!
Tziporah says
Thank you for this, dearest Elizabeth.
I am so looking forward to meeting you and your friend and any and all your many admirers.
contessa says
YOU are SO welcome……….
MY PLEASURE……………
I adore the meaning of your name………..how did your parents come to call YOU the BIRD?
You must tell us at the seminar.
XX
kim says
I have seen her, but didn’t know all about her. What a unique and beautiful person. Very cool she is coming to SF. I wish I could go, but we have house guests that weekend. I would love to hear what she says. I am counting on you to write all about it. I’m sure she’ll love to meet you…Another marvelous connection you two will be! xoxo
contessa says
I THINK SO TOO!
Love these connections the internet has ALLOWED us to HAVE!
The world is SO small and this is SO FABULOUS to be connected with people WE admire………..XX
PRINCESS PARCHUKÉ says
Kim…
Take you houseguests…!!!
They will be impressed by your hosting abilities to provide the most unique experience..TZIPORAH is not to be missed..She will change your life…
Linda says
Elizabeth, you are a light to all of us who follow you. I had the pleasure of meeting you in Laguna at one of “French Basketeer’s ” marvelous dinner parties. As a woman over 60, I certainly admire your style, confidence, and determination to not fade into the wallpaper! Many thanks for your classic descriptions of a life well lived!
contessa says
YOU are SO welcome LINDA…………….
Thrilled you left me a comment.
It is SO nice to know who is OUT there READING me………..appreciate it so much!
When does that FRENCH BASKETEER get back from FRANCE??
Heather in Arles says
When I lived in NYC I had a nodding acquaintance with Tziporah but I don’t remember how! But I remember the last time that I ran into her outside of BG and she just looked so incredibly beautiful. She always did. I think it is worth mentioning that she was a major style icon in NYC far, far, far before Ari Seth Cohen began photographing her. Her influence was and is enormous for many of us…
contessa says
LOVE THIS…………from my soon to be driving student who is way over there in the SOUTH of FRANCE!World is small………and you two saw each other in passing.I will be certain to have her LOOK YOU UP at your BLOG.
http://www.LOSTINARLESBLOGSPOT.COM
XOXOXO
Katie Clooney says
What a fabulously COLORFUL woman! I hope that you get a chance to meet HER!!! I’m sure your friend will be overwhelmed with your GENEROSITY!!!
contessa says
I will MEET HER……….and YOU must give me that ROMAN’s telephone number!!!!!!!!!!
Anita Rivera says
Dearest CONTESSA! Kick of your heels right now and slip on my satin and velvet CONTESSA slippers! They are US all the way! I have several pairs of lovely lush slippers to wear when we have guests so I don’t greet them into my home with my usual fluffy and puffy house slippers! HAHAHAHAH
Thanks a bunch for coming over. LOVE!
Sandra Sallin says
You should do a show together and take it on the road. My eyes would go crazy looking at you and then the other. Remember you’ve got style lady.
Love her antique textiles. Love the idea that vintage clothes are made better. Looking forward to her talk. Do you think she can get me out of blue jeans and tights? Fun post Contessa.
Sandra Sallin says
Oh Anita, show us your fluffy and satiny slippers. We want to see.
contessa says
I am coming to RAID your closet!!!!!!!
NOT kidding!!!!
XX
People if you want to be carried away…….go to http://www.castlescrownsandcottages.com
A Blog that OZZZES STYLE………..
Si Je Veux says
In a world of fast fashion, she’s the embodiment of considered style.
contessa says
THANK YOU.I would imagine she tips the scales!!!
Brenda Welch says
TZIPORAH…….is such a STYLE ICON!!! I always look for her in NY & hopefully ONE beautiful day I will have a chance to meet her!! I knew Lynn Del from meeting her at Market in NY & met Iris Apfel on the BUS in NY…….Our Destiny sat us together on the BUS leaving the Fashion Shows………NOW I must meet TZIPORAH..,……MAYBE…….she might want to visit my Boutique http://www.7th-avenue.com in Memphis & do a Book Signing for Advanced Style!!!
What a FAB Bday Gift to give your friend…….I have “No Doubt” that YOU…….Vintage Contessa will become fast friends with TZIPORAH……CAN HARDLY wait to see your Blog after you meet her!!
Brenda Welch says
OMG!!! I didn’t post those ???????……….DON’T know what happened!!! I posted high heels & dancing girls icon…….
Please forgive me……NEED another coffee…..!!
contessa says
I got rid of the question marks……..those icons do not work here!
YOU have met ALMOST ALL the important people in NEW YORK just by CHANCE…
HIGH Time you meet TZIPORAH…………..lets make it happen.YOU have her email from my POST send her a note saying you will be in NEW YORK CITY on this date………..REFERENCE ME!!!Hopefuly, a coffee or lunch can be MADE TO HAPPEN!PLus, you two are the same age I think!!!XX
Tziporah says
Dear Heather,
Thank you so much for all the praise. What a generous spirit you are! As, of course, are you, Contessa, for writing this post and sharing me with your friends. Thank you EVERYONE for all the LOVE!!
Tziporah says
Dearest Brenda,
Would love to come visit you at your fabulous store. I can do my in-store event there – in which I use YOUR clothes to teach the elements of design. Email me at [email protected] and we’ll make it happen!
contessa says
BRENDA, the ICONS do not work here for some REASON.I deleted the ????
Those dancing LADIES DO NOT preform for me on the BLOG!
ANYone know why?
Catherine says
She looks and sounds amazing…can’t wait to hear all about it! The shot of her with all the bangles certainly reminded me of you 🙂
Have FUN…enjoy, I know you will xx
contessa says
I will…….CASHMERE LADY I WILL!!!XX
Tova K. says
Isn’t she eye candy? I am blessed to call Tzippy my friend and in two days get to hang out with her! I’m beyond excited. She is not only gorgeous, but funny, fun, sweet and caring. Her taste and innate ability to style herself is enviable and respectable. Everything classy, everything perfected and everything with a story. Adore her!
contessa says
LUCKY YOU!!!!!!!!
THANK YOU for your comments…………..SO appreciate them.
Please visit again!
XX
Loree says
I would love to attend as I still seem to need some help finding my personal style. I blame convent school for that. We had to wear these hideous uniforms. I can’t even bear to think about them. Anyway, sounds like you will have a lot of fun. How funny. I don’t like my legs or my stomach either. Seems I keep finding we have some things in common. I am finally over the jet-lag and feeling almost human again – except for the intolerable heat. I still need to catch up on your birthday post. Hope to be posting something on my blog soon.
contessa says
LOVED speaking with YOU when you were in THE UNITED STATES of AMERICA……….
I look forward to reading your DELICIOUS Blog at http://www.STORIESANDSCRIBBLES.com
Life on MALTA can never be DULL………..XX
Penelope Bianchi says
I think I am going to come to this!!! Honestly! I don’t think I can miss it!!!!
XXOO
Penelope
contessa says
Penelope,
There is one in LOS ANGELES TOO!Sandra is going to that one……maybe it is closer for you however I would LOVE to see YOU!!!
XO
Sandra Sallin says
Penelope come to LA and we can go toTzipoah together.
Tziporah says
Penelope, we would love to have you join us in either the LA class on Weds Aug 19th or SF on Sunday, AUG 23rd. There is still room. Email me for a ticket at [email protected]
Let’s make it happen!
Karena says
Elizabeth, she is almost as wonderful and delightful as you!
Thank you so much for your kind comments.
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
Tamera Beardsley says
Such a beautiful tribute to one of my favorite style icons! Wish I was in San Francisco to join you all! I will look forward to your sharing of such an incredible event! xox
Tziporah says
Tamera,
Come to the LA Seminar on Aug 23rd. Would LOVE to have you join us!!!
Dore @ BurlapLuxe says
Oh Elizabeth darling, you my dear are THE “Tziporah” of Northern Ca. I am most certain you are making that same blod statement in your fashion wares all about town, as well as your events you attend…. Your savvy style when capturing the attention to your booth at a flea market filled with your brocante, I am SURE shoppers take notice of OUR amazingly stylish CONTESSA, you are spotted about town with Whispers of There she is, isn’t she so amazingly bold, daring, brave, and beautiful.
I don’t quite like my legs itheir, nor my stomach, or my height of 5″4 wish I were statuest as you! And then I too could boldly wear it as you do so well.
I could see you with an Italian bike wrapped of wood, and a sweet garden shopping basket as you do about town!
This was a wonderful post….That last picture of Tziporah reminds me of the late 70’s to early 80’s I think I came close to this style with a side by side photo yup! We would have been twins. 🙂
Soon darling friend.
Xx
Dore
contessa says
DORE.
I adore your DESCRIPTION of me…….very FUN!
How is the daughter and when are you coming NORTH?!!
XX
Queen of trashy treasures says
How exciting! Her event sounds like it will be so interesting!!!! I can hardly wait for you to share. And I am sure she will enjoy meeting you as well! Keep us posted!
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
Day with TZIPORAH SALAMON should be a hoot. Particularly love her charteuse outfit. Interesting that she was at Berkeley in the 60’s. Something to look forward to for sure.
Let me know about Sat. If that doesn’t work for you, not to worry. OX
Angie Neely says
How Wonderful! She Is A Very Fabulous Lady!It Would Be Wonderful to Meet Her Someday!I Love her Spunky,Creative Beautiful Gowns and The arrangements of Vibrant Designs She Choices to Capture the Day!You Are A True Joy to Everyone who Sees and Meets Your Beauty in Side And Out Lovely Lady!??????
contessa says
Millie Grazie……..MOTHER Of PEARL ANN………..Millie GRAZIE!
Jennifer says
I’m so VERY excited to meet this stunning lady. (Thanks for getting me a ticket Elizsbeth. I owe you big time :))
She’s a true artist!! The obvious joy she feels and shares with her creative outfits, is a delight for our senses!!
I’m so excited to learn from her! I’m sure I’ll want to trash my entire wardrobe afterwards! Just like I do every time you an I get together.
I fly home tomorrow. Lunch next week??
XO
lisa | renovating italy says
Oh this made me a little melancholy when I realized just how little I dress like ‘myself’ and how I don’t even think I know who that is anymore……I love this post, and those glorious fabrics worn with such a sense of adventure. xx
contessa says
YOU are in the throws of RENOVATION in the outskirts of ITALY……….your time will come and bite you again.xx
Mdm. Tortoise says
I have seen many photos of this woman previously. She is certainly right when she says, “know your body” for that is always the first step when wanting to play with fashion. She must have great fun when putting herself together. All I can say is that I wish I had the contents of her closet. Thanks for the great post.
Cheers.
Jill
contessa says
After hearing HER speak and seeing a few of HER pieces I can agree the contents of HER closet is pretty amazing.She has friends from thrift stores to Bergdorf’s who LOOK OUT for HER!Because she is a TRUELY sincere,likable person…….with a DEEP PASSION for BEAUTY in what she wears and see’s.
cherie says
Can’t wait to hear about all of it! She is a fascinating woman. I love her enthusiasm for vintage and for being stylish. Great photos!
XO,
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com
contessa says
I have UPDATED YOU!YOU MUST MEET HER…………………XX
Mdm. Tortoise says
I had to send another comment for I am so excited that you are able to attend this wonderful event. I can’t wait to see the photos you post as a result of being there should they be allowed.
I completely agree with Dore as she referenced your style in her comment seen above.
Cheers!
Mdm. T.
contessa says
MADAME T……………I will send you a few as soon as I download and get things in order down here.TZIPORAH is a beautiful person inside and out and she had many fascinating stories to share with all of us.HER LIFE SHOULD BE MADE INTO A BOOK!
The Style Crone says
Sounds like sooooo much fun! A great review! I attended one of Tziporah’s seminars in NYC and know how wonderful she is. An icon!