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RARE FIND! TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – EARLY ’60’S ORLON POLO SWEATER
RARE FIND! TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – EARLY ’60’S ORLON POLO SWEATER
Beautiful Orlon acrylic is just the best for the comfy and pretty sweaters that were part of everyday wardrobes mid-century. Almost nothing feels softer and lighter, excepting a top-quality cashmere.
In a pretty butterscotch color, this sweater will be so easy to wear! It’s rare to discover one, because knits can be so vulnerable over time. Besides its wonderful feel, true vintage Orlon seems to pill less than the acrylics common today – and that is always a very welcome feature.
This one will be so pretty with skirts and slacks. I love the tiny buttons at the neckline – there is another little one right under the collar, too. And, the style! The Peter Pan collar and short sleeves are so classically flattering and feminine on a woman yet work equally well when designed for a man.
Uh, oh – elegance spotted again . . … . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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IT WAS A DARK NIGHT IN THE CITY . . . . . .
IT WAS A DARK NIGHT IN THE CITY . . . . . .
I wish! Just got back from a steamy sleuthing sojourn in the Southwest. Wowee! 106 degrees Farenheit is no walk in the park. I do prefer dark alleys in the evening, but one has to pursue a trail when it’s hot.
I found the pickings slim, but did scoop up two finds – one of them rare, and both quite nice. Also, I did see 3 gorgeous old fur jackets from the Fifties, but they weren’t for
for me today, given their condition vs. the prices asked. It’s important to learn when not to take trails that might lead to a dead end . . . . .
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TRUE VINTAGE SIXTIES DAY DRESS – IT’S A MAD, MOD, MID-CENTURY WORLD
TRUE VINTAGE SIXTIES DAY DRESS – IT’S A MAD, MOD, MID-CENTURY WORLD
What a fun find! Classic black and white knit dress by Caron of Chicago, in the most marvelous mod, op-art design.
It’s a beauty! Haven’t seen one by this brand name in a while, so I love catching up with a previous acquaintance. Although this classic style will never go out of fashion, the graphic is so eye-catching that it will always seem new and avant guarde.
What a great example of fashion artistry!! We always love the “timelessly elegant” design that is never flashy, but eternally beautiful and ageless no matter when it was made – but there’s also this category of knock-your-socks-off great designs that look fabulously new and fresh, even though they’re 50 years old!!!
No wonder its first owner took such good care of it, but then, treasure is always worth safeguarding. Quality true vintage – just like a pot of gold . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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BEAUTIFUL TRUE VINTAGE EARLY MID-CENTURY NIGHTGOWN – SEXY, SIMPLE ELEGANCE
BEAUTIFUL TRUE VINTAGE EARLY MID-CENTURY NIGHTGOWN – SEXY, SIMPLE ELEGANCE
Don´t know for sure if this gown is from the Forties or Fifties, but I´ll bet on the early 1950´s. This sweeping, silky style is so gorgeous on! No frills and fussy details, just the most wonderful nylon that feels fabulous.
You might remember the gown I discovered a year or two ago which has a similar treatment of the front straps. I just love this – no hardware or bulky seams. Looks like origami.
Palest pink is always flattering and perfect for lingerie or sleepwear. I´ll enjoy this one so much . . . . . . .
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