A WWII – ERA RAYON LADIES’ BLOUSE. FABULOUS TRUE VINTAGE TAILORING, FABULOUS FABRIC AND ELEGANT STYLE.
This is a rare blouse, in a silky rayon fabric. If it weren’t for being a war-time garment, I might think it was a silk/rayon blend but, since the war effort used silk for other purposes, it was rare to find it in any clothing (or hosiery!). Rayon was King, and it’s a fabulous fabric. I just LOVE 1940’s and ’50’s blouses!
This one I’ve had for a while. It is finished at the hem to be worn un-tucked. Rather big for me, so I wear it as a tunic style. About 2 sizes smaller, it would be beautiful under yesterday’s suit, no? Great design over a skirt, however, and dynamite with slacks.
The beautiful coffee-colored embroidery is what also “makes” it. Mocha-colored items are a bit unusual, and a nice color to take into the Autumn. Neutrals are just about the most elegant, and versatile, of all hues.
It’s…
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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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Although it’s not the real-real 1940’s deal (always my preference), this frock has a lot of the right stuff: a frowsy floral print on drapey rayon, a swing skirt and classic shirtwaist styling. It’s also big enough to have kind of a blousy fit. Looks like I’m inventing a few words here . . . . . .
In other words, it’s got a 1930’s/1940’s feel to it that will make it a pleasure to wear on an “off” day. Once in a while, the copy-cats get it pretty right and it’s good to keep an eye out for those little gems.
Tomorrow I’ll show you Stella modeling an absolute original from this era – found two months ago while I was out and about. You deserve to see it off the hanger. So excited!!!!!!!!
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WARM WEATHER SEPARATES ARE WORTH COLLECTING!
3 favorite shirts of mine. Many take-offs have been made and are in the marketplace now, but these are better. I always say that, but it’s true!
Shirt #1 is from the late ’70’s. It’s a retro style in a really nice drapey rayon. I love the parrot and the vibrant colors, plus the way it fits. It has little shoulder pads and a flattering cut. The stripes are reminiscent of vintage bowling shirts.
Shirt #2 has lost its label, but because of the styling I’ll guess it’s ’70’s but it might be ’50’s. It’s a
Western-style shirt with pearlized snap closures and yokes front and back. In gingham, of course!
Blouse #3 is by Ship’n’Shore – that old vintage stand-by maker of lovely cotton blouses. This one is printed with stylized scenes from Europe. Because of the design, I’m also sure that it was made in the late ’60s…
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This is one of my favorite styles for warmer weather.
Although another similar style to the floral one which is so flattering, this dress has a slightly different fit and does not give off the same secuctive vibe as the other.
This one is a little more no-nonsense, but very pretty and smart. It’s also got buttons with rhinestones (very popular on early ’50’s dresses).
I’m not exactly sure of its age, but can easily place it between that 1945 – 1955 space. It’s another that you can enjoy wearing one of of your beautiful slips underneath.
I can’t have too many of these, either. So easy in every respect, though of course it requires careful attention when being laundered, as do all of my treasures . . . . . . . .
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