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INCREDIBLE FIND!!!!! 1930’S – EARLY 1940’S DRESSY FROCK . . . . . AMAZING!

I just LOVE discovering garments like this!!  So old – in such good condition – so cute and detailed – my size . . . . . . .

A Depression – World War II era pretty frock for dancing, dining or partying.  Black crepe, belted, with ruffles at the hem, sleeves and bodice.  Lace overlay and pink blossoms at the decolletage.  Little shoulder pads. Hard to imagine that it was custom-tailored, but there’s no label remaining.  A bit girly for my taste, but when it comes to true vintage I don’t quibble.

Just like so many of the dresses I see in the old movies that I love!  So, another example of what makes life so much fun . . . . . . . . . . . .

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A GORGEOUS TAILORED DRESSY FROCK – TRUE VINTAGE FROM THE SIXTIES

A GORGEOUS TAILORED DRESSY FROCK – TRUE VINTAGE FROM THE SIXTIES.

A GORGEOUS TAILORED DRESSY FROCK – TRUE VINTAGE FROM THE SIXTIES

This dress is beautiful.  Despite it’s clean and unassuming lines, it is beautifully tailored.

Of black velveteen, it’s a party or dressy-occasion frock.  Fully lined, with nice details at the hem, waist and sleeves.  It’s the type of dress that might have been worn to a Homecoming dance or party, a recital or special dinner event.

Even though the style is “plain” (read Elegant), I love finding garments of such high quality because they stand out on that basis alone.  It really gives me a lot of pleasure to wear clothing like this.  Of course, I always love black . . …. …

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TRUE VINTAGE MEN’S LONG-SLEEVED SHIRT FROM THE 1950’S

TRUE VINTAGE MEN'S LONG-SLEEVED SHIRT FROM THE 1950'S.

TRUE VINTAGE LATE 1940’s – EARLY 1950’s TEA LENGTH GOWN OR PARTY DRESS

Need something to wear for dancing around the Maypole?

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TRUE VINTAGE LATE 1940s - EARLY 1950s TEA LENGTH GOWN OR PARTY DRESS

Easter is past (for another year) but Spring isn’t over yet and tomorrow is May Day.  Although it  might not be a day for teas or luncheons or other events which call for a dressy frock, it is still celebrated in some places.  If you know about any May Day celebrations, I’d like to hear!

Shown over a slip, this dress is made of a semi-sheer cotton (maybe a blend) in a blue and violet floral print. It has a vintage nylon zipper mid-back. The skirt length is mid-calf to ankle, depending on the height of the woman wearing it.  The gathered bodice and high waist (again, depending on the wearer) are so pretty.

Not  quite semi-formal – just a pretty frock for a special occasion. I was so thrilled to find it!  Someone kept it for many years.  It’s always important to have at least one of these in…

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TRUE VINTAGE LATE 1940’s – EARLY 1950’s TEA LENGTH GOWN OR PARTY DRESS

TRUE VINTAGE LATE 1940's – EARLY 1950's TEA LENGTH GOWN OR PARTY DRESS.

ANOTHER CLASSIC DISCOVERY – TRUE VINTAGE MID-1960’S GOWN OR DRESS. ELEGANT.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADoesn’t look like much on the hanger, but this dress will be stunning on Stella and is a knockout when it comes to quality tailoring.  It may also have been custom-made.  Little details tell the story.

The color, which does not show well in this photo, is a mid-range gold and the fabric is some kind of blend – probably rayon/acetate maybe with some polyester. The straps and skinny belt are crafted perfectly with clean lines and lie nice and flat, which really takes some sewing skill.

There is also a full lining of silky fabric in a matching color.  Although the style is really plain, it is superbly elegant because of the quality and would look great shortened to knee length or mini length without violating the mid-60’s era that it is from.  That would make it wearable as a casual-chic day dress, too.

Changing a hemline is a simple thing to do or have done, if your own skills are not good.  Remembering little alterations like that can open all kinds of possibilities . . . . . . . . ..

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A TRUE VINTAGE HAND-KNITTED WARDROBE FOR YOUR NEXT SEA CRUISE?

A TRUE VINTAGE HAND-KNITTED WARDROBE FOR YOUR NEXT SEA CRUISE?.

VERY PRETTY TRUE VINTAGE MOD MID-SIXTIES DAY DRESS – ANOTHER “NEW” DISCOVERY!

VERY PRETTY TRUE VINTAGE MOD MID-SIXTIES DAY DRESS – ANOTHER "NEW" DISCOVERY!.

ANOTHER “NEW” TRUE VINTAGE FIND – BACK TO THE MID-SIXTIES AGAIN FOR A FORMAL FROCK

ANOTHER "NEW" TRUE VINTAGE FIND – BACK TO THE MID-SIXTIES AGAIN FOR A FORMAL FROCK.