From shopping, to work, to date – meeting or picnic, this dress is very simple, but stylish and feminine, too. In pale blue, there are two layers of fabric. The outer layer is somewhat sheer with embroidery all over.
The bodice has an interesting shape, with deep pleats along each side that give it some fullness and a cap sleeve effect. This frock definitely has style and could be dressed up or down – very versatile.
Many of the dresses from late ’50’s to early ’60s have elegant details like this. The form-fitting cut of that era seen in sheath dresses is so flattering! True vintage garments are rarely run-of-the-mill and often show these style surprises and very pleasing lines.
That’s one reason why they’re so much fun to find. Each one is a surprise and you just never know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LOVELY TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1960′S DAY DRESS FOR SPRING AND SUMMER – Magicvintagespy
Looks lovely, I am shopping too much in vintage shops these days, I think it’s time I should stop.
Buying vintage clothing doesn’t have to be expensive at all! You just have to know how and where to look. That’s part of the fun!
It takes lots of time, which I don’t have in the current stage of my life. That’s why I sadly can’t use it as much as I want.
I certainly understand your dilemma – being really successful at it does take some time and care and I’ve gone through this problem, too. That
is one reason why I wrote the book. But, don’t give up!
It’s so much fun, and the better you get at it, the less time it takes.
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A very pretty example of mid-century style and tailoring.