A TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1950’S FROCK FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION

A TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1950'S FROCK FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION

Well, now that I’ve got the road dust washed off and had a good sleep, I’ll finish up with the lovelies that I uncovered about 2 weeks ago. This one is in a dark navy color, a favorite of mine, with a neutral floral print.

I believe it is missing its belt (a frequent issue, of course) and the label is gone but there is no question that this was commercially-made. I am acquainted with the store owner where this one and its sisters were waiting and she was able to give me some of the history.

The length is below the knee and the skirt has an attached crinoline. I especially like the woven shoulder straps and neckline, done in a shiny cord of dark navy. The fit is really cute and flattering.

Not really a formal, but definitely a party/occasion dress, made for dancing the night away . . . . .. . . .

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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LATE 1940’S – EARLY 1950’S NEW LOOK TRUE VINTAGE GOWN

LATE 1940'S – EARLY 1950'S NEW LOOK TRUE VINTAGE GOWN.

TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1950s SEMI-FORMAL DANCE DRESS

TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1950s SEMI-FORMAL DANCE DRESS.

PERFECT TRUE VINTAGE 1950s PARTY DRESS FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY

PERFECT TRUE VINTAGE 1950s PARTY DRESS FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY.

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TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – BEST CHRISTMAS HOUSE-PARTY FROCK

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This dress from the 1950s, made by Lanz, is perfect for a Christmas party!   I can just imagine serving eggnog in front of the fire to family and friends.  I wore it to a party a couple of years ago (with pearls, of course).

It is a substantial brushed fabric in bright red with a stiff underskirt that makes it poufy when worn. 3/4 sleeves, a scoop neckline, little flowers embroidered in black and a belted wasp waist complete the design.

From what I’ve seen of the Lanz garments, they seem to have been a “preppy” style. Of course, many of the styles made in the ’50’s look preppy! Warm, too. Wish I had a sleigh ride to go on. Very festive!

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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