Elegant, elegant, elegant – classic black crepe with metallic chevron shapes all over. This frock has heft and presence! I especially love the design of the neckline, which closes with buttons at the nape of the neck.
The weight of the decoration shapes the drape of the crepe (ooh, I’m a poet!) by keeping it close to the body. The cut is slim and narrow, anyway, with skinny sleeves and a side zipper. Perfect mid-century size 10.
Definitely dressy – it wasn’t wasted on a trip to the grocery! Perfect for dinner or an important affair. Alas, this is not the original belt though changing it from this buckled style to a plain black crepe-covered style or a chain belt will alter the feel of the dress to fit the mood or the place I’m headed. Picture it . . . . . . . . . .
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Compared to yesterday’s beauty, this frock is a cut above in several ways. Pure silk fabric and complex draping and ruching make a truly stand-out bombshell dress design.
From a small designer label, it would have been made in the late 1950’s to very early 1960’s. Couldn’t be more sensational with it’s attention-getting cut and flattering fit.
Just right for strutting your inner Sexy Siren. This is a Marilyn Monroe dress if ever there was one. . . . . . . . .
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PERFECT DINNER TO DANCING DRESS – TRUE VINTAGE MID-CENTURY
For dinner or after-work cocktails, this little number would fill the bill. Pair it with some matching blue pumps and you’d really be swank.
Simple as can be, but with the neckline decoration and the little vents at the waist, it’s very stylish. And, like a sheath dress, the fit is classic and really flattering.
If you are a DIYer, this style is very simple to sew. I have another very similar in lightweight soft green wool – made by the grandmother of a friend in mid-century, as a 3-season dressy day dress.
Just the thing to have in your closet for that unexpected invitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TRUE VINTAGE 3-SEASON FASHION JACKET FROM THE EARLY FIFTIES
I just love this jacket! Look at the details – the red lining, black velveteen collar, bracelet – length sleeves, shoulder pads, big black buttons and – surprise! – the body is a check of white and true navy blue!
It looks so good with a solid true navy or black skirt or slacks, or over a plain dress. Just stylish with good lines, fit and overall quality – like the best! A perfect 3-season garment.
Sleuthing tip: Be careful about Leslie Fay garments when searching for true vintage, because the company is still in business (as are some others from that era) and the item you’re looking at might have been made this year!
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VERSATILE TRUE VINTAGE BLOUSES AND SHIRTS – NEVER TOO MANY!
Today I’m showing some of my day – to – day blouses in colors, prints and solids. . . . . . hues that can go year-round. From left to right, they go from the early 1950’s to mid – 1960’s.
The dressier one, which is also sheer and lightweight, is on the left. Rhinestone buttons give it a girly touch. The way we do things now, it can be worn with a casual outfit but it would still look lovely under a suit or with a pretty skirt, as it would have been worn back in the day.
This cotton selection (the 3 on the right) has longer sleeves than my hottest weather group, but they’re so classic that they can really be worn any time and add fun to my wardrobe. The classic print on the center one and 3/4 sleeves are style elements that are favorites of…
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