TRUE VINTAGE EARLY SIXTIES CASUAL HANDBAG

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MID-CENTURY TRUE VINTAGE SISTER HANDBAGS-MADE IN HONG KONG

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TRUE VINTAGE 1940’S SEAL FUR HAT

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SO SIXTIES TRUE VINTAGE FALL/WINTER HIPPIE MEETS THE OFFICE DRESS

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TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S SHIRTWAIST DRESS BY HENRY-LEE

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TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S SHIRTWAIST DRESS BY HENRY-LEE

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Made by the well-know vintage dressmaking company Henry Lee, it is a working-girl version of the classic shirtwaist dress which has looked just about the same since 1945.

A specialized treatment at the neck and faceted buttons elevate the style to a level above the standard house dress of 1962, but it’s still the same eternal design.  Dresses by Henry Lee were always carefully designed and well-made; one of those stand-by labels that women could always depend on.

Looks, to me, like a perfect back-to-school frock for a Sixties elementary school teacher or a secretary, the way they dressed back then.  It’s a little bit big for both Stella and me, so will probably find its way to eBay at some point, but I never resist taking rides Back to the Future . .. . . . . . .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S HOLIDAY VELVET DRESSY HANDBAG

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THE MUSEO EVITA IN BUENOS AIRES – WORTH A TRIP!

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THE MUSEO EVITA IN BUENOS AIRES – WORTH A TRIP!

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Not only is the compelling legacy of Eva Peron presented beautifully in this historic mansion where she once established a home for immigrant women needing assistance, but a large collection of her clothing, shoes, hats, handbags and other accessories are displayed often along with pictures of when and where she wore the outfit.  All are well catalogued.

She was a remarkable woman and it’s clear why she was so beloved by so many.  If you have the opportunity to visit this museum, I highly recommend it.

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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MORE BEAUTIFUL TRUE VINTAGE LINGERIE SLEEPWEAR FROM THE FIFTIES

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