It’s always somewhat unusual and a real delight to find a garment from the 1930’s. This coffee-colored tunic with black beading was originally a dress. When I came across this, there wa…
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TRANSFORMED! A VERY SPECIAL 1930’S BEADED TUNIC
It’s always somewhat unusual and a real delight to find a garment from the 1930’s. This coffee-colored tunic with black beading was originally a dress.
When I came across this, there was no question that it was a fabulous discovery, in spite of some fade on the skirt. Sorry the photo is dark and I hope it shows up for you. I’ll have to re-photograph it some time but it’s a little big to show off well on Stella . . . . . . . ..
The original dress had a peplum waist over a straight, mid-calf length skirt, so it was not a problem to remove the skirt portion and finish off the cut edge underneath.
Although the entire dress might have been salvageable to someone else, it wasn’t right for me and this option works well. Over another skirt or pants it’s very wearable, the cut didn’t interfere with the side zipper and none of the beading was sacrificed.
I look forward to wearing this to a holiday party! The possibilities are always exciting when you’re on the prowl and you just never know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ….
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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LOVELY SPRING HALF-SLIPS FROM THE 1950’S
Conjures thoughts of Spring, in spite of the winter storms – this, too, shall pass . . . . . . . .. Spring IS just around the corner. Especially once we get past March, it’s the time th…
LOVELY SPRING HALF-SLIPS FROM THE 1950’S
Conjures thoughts of Spring, in spite of the winter storms – this, too, shall pass . . . . . . . ..
Spring IS just around the corner. Especially once we get past March, it’s the time that Spring and Summer fashion traditionally is brought out in force and warm weather clothing appears on the store racks. The way the weather has been changing, it can be different tomorrow!
Before the weather does get hot, beautiful lingerie is a must under Spring clothing when the colors get lighter and the fabrics do, too. Nothing modern compares well to the heavy nylon and artistic, high-quality decoration of slips made before the early 1960’s.
So, whether you’re into pastel dresses or not, wearing one of these can make you think of sunny skies and keep a secret smile in your heart. . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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RARE FUN FIND! 1940’S – EARLY 1950’S WWII POST-WAR PUMPS
Very basic, faux suede – which leads me to think that they might have been made during wartime. Perhaps they were just an economical brand of everyday shoe. 2″ Cuban heels – cou…
Source: RARE FUN FIND! 1940’S – EARLY 1950’S WWII POST-WAR PUMPS
RARE FUN FIND! 1940’S – EARLY 1950’S WWII POST-WAR PUMPS
Very basic, faux suede – which leads me to think that they might have been made during wartime. Perhaps they were just an economical brand of everyday shoe. 2″ Cuban heels – couldn’t be more practical – just right for Lucy or Ethel in the day of an average 1950’s housewife, or classic rockabilly style.
Love these old standard brand names – “Vitality Shoes”. Certainly put a spring in my step when I found them! . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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JUST FOUND – 1960’s DRESSY PETIT POINT TAPESTRY-LOOK HANDBAG
NEWLY DISCOVERED ACCESSORIES AND SHOES – HERE WE GO . . . . . . .
NEWLY DISCOVERED ACCESSORIES AND SHOES – HERE WE GO . . . . . . .
True vintage late 1960’s 100% leather hand-made stiletto heels. What shoes should be!!! Black patent leather with fabric bow decoration.
These were originally sold at a well-known mid-western department store. They were made to last, and they have. Small metal taps at the toes to prevent wear. The soles have not been repaired, but they can be forever as needed. That’s the beauty of these beautiful vintage items.
More on the way – stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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