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GREAT COLORS IN A TRUE VINTAGE CUSTOM-MADE DRESS FROM THE SIXTIES

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA     Before leaving Melbourne the last time, I found this beauty hiding in plain sight.  The vivid psychedelic print jumped out at me, for sure!

It was custom-tailored and the fabric is marvelous.  One of the most beautiful, heavy nylons I’ve come across for a long time.  You wouldn’t believe how it feels.

In a straight, shirt-dress style – it could be belted.  The sleeves are bracelet length, but are slit from the cuff to the shoulder to show bare arms.  I’m going to enjoy this one!  Can’t wait to see what turns up next . . . . .

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NEW AUSSIE FIND! TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S DRESSY BLOUSE IN A RARE FABRIC . . .

NEW AUSSIE FIND! TRUE VINTAGE 1960'S DRESSY BLOUSE IN A RARE FABRIC . . ..

NEW AUSSIE FIND! TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S DRESSY BLOUSE IN A RARE FABRIC . . .

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA      Gorgeous 1960’s blouse that was a surprise find.  Unusual in two ways – the fabric is TETORON.  Tetron was a synthetic invented in the late 1950’s with multiple uses, but Tetoron is a bit of a mystery.  It may be related to Tetron, but I can’t find that reference.  I may have a book at home.

Second, the Hibodress label is fascinating.  Established by Holocaust survivor Olga Horak and her husband in the early 1950’s it was popular in Australia for at least two decades.

This blouse is beautifully made, with covered buttons, a pretty paisley print and fabric that has a hand(feel) similar to silk or rayon.  I must look up more about the Tetoron fabric.

So iconic Sixties in many ways, and so beautiful! . . . .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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A FACE-FRAMING TRUE VINTAGE 1940’S HAT

A FACE-FRAMING TRUE VINTAGE 1940'S HAT.

A FACE-FRAMING TRUE VINTAGE 1940’S HAT

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A Face-Framing True Vintage 1940s Hat

As many of the hats from the ’40s, this one is pretty dramatic. It sits on the back of the head and is all brim in front, with none in the back. This is one of the decades when hats were super-important – – sometimes the most central part of an outfit. I must admit that some hats from the ’40s are not my favorites, but they were always fun and interesting.

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ANOTHER AUSSIE LBD FIND – THIS TIME IT’S TRUE VINTAGE ’80’S DOES ’40’S

ANOTHER AUSSIE LBD FIND – THIS TIME IT'S TRUE VINTAGE '80'S DOES '40'S.

VINTAGE-HUNTING IN MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA

Yesterday I had the opportunity to visit a street market and found a great 1960’s dress that I’ll show on the blog soon.  There were a few other treasures there – notably some beautiful old furs with unusual features.  I didn’t need to add them to my collection (and, space is an issue when traveling) but I’m always interested in looking at examples of old pieces.

After that, I was privileged to be guided around downtown Melbourne and noticed several vintage-clothing shops.  Didn’t have much time to stop, but I did run in to SHAG – one of the stores which is included in my book’s reference section, but  which I had not visited personally since it’s my first trip down under.

So much fun to look at what’s on their racks and to meet the salesperson, Leah, to get an update on the business.  They now have a website and on-line store, which will be added to their info in the book (a real advantage of using a digital format, rather than print).

I also discovered, sadly, that Anonymous Posh has closed.  Sounds like it had a good run, though!

Such fun to poke around or true vintage fashion down here – it is different in interesting ways, but also the same. . . . .

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TRUE VINTAGE SKIRT SUIT FROM THE 1940’S

TRUE VINTAGE SKIRT SUIT FROM THE 1940'S.

TRUE VINTAGE SWING COAT IN BLACK, WITH PHENOMENAL BUTTONS!

TRUE VINTAGE SWING COAT IN BLACK, WITH PHENOMENAL BUTTONS!.

TRUE VINTAGE SWING COAT IN BLACK, WITH PHENOMENAL BUTTONS!

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This true vintage beauty from the ’50s or early ’60s was another surprise find.  In textured wool, 3/4 length in a swing design (love that), angled pockets, wing collar and a silky satin black lining.

Label from Marshal Field & Company, Chicago.  The buttons, of plastic or bakelite, are carved to reflect light in such a way that they sparkle as though there were rhinestones!  I’ve never seen buttons like this before (and I’ve seen LOTS of vintage buttons).

Like new. Looks great on! It was stuck in with a lot of other nondescript coats.  You just never know . . . .Image

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