Isn’t this an absolutely stunning color? Combine that with the sophisticated tailoring, elegant simplicity and gorgeous fit and we have an incomparable dress that rivals anything available to…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE 1950’s – EARLY 1960S SAPPHIRE BLUE TAFFETA PARTY FROCK FOR THE HOLIDAYS
This great example of Sixties tailoring jumped out at me! Wow – finding true vintage blouses in beautiful condition is so wonderful and relatively rare. Like slacks, they get a lot of wear …
Source: BACK TO THE 1960’s – FINAL NEW ZEALAND TRUE VINTAGE BLOUSE FIND
Isn’t this an absolutely stunning color? Combine that with the sophisticated tailoring, elegant simplicity and gorgeous fit and we have an incomparable dress that rivals anything available today. In my opinion, it wins hands-down on quality and unique design.
Heavy taffeta like this almost has a presence of its own when the wearer walks into a room. In spite of the color, this is not a flashy dress but it will draw many eyes to it.
Although it has no maker’s label inside, I am sure that it was made by a clothing company rather than by an individual seamstress. The tailoring details are complex in the bodice and achieves the excellent and eye-catching fit.
Where would you wear this? – a party, dance, dinner, special event – it would even make a great part of a bridal group. Jewelry? – rhinestones, pearls, the real thing. Nothing too flashy or “too much”, but this dress can support something outstanding!
Shoes? I favor a pair in the same color, with your jewelry accents taking the attention. At another time, in another place I found a pair from the same era that coordinates perfectly – stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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This great example of Sixties tailoring jumped out at me! Wow – finding true vintage blouses in beautiful condition is so wonderful and relatively rare. Like slacks, they get a lot of wear and sometimes don’t survive. So glad this one did!
In this case, the fabric is a beautiful rayon or similar material woven in a vibrant stripe. Fitted silhouette, double-button cuffs, gathered shoulder seams and a different collar shape are some of the true vintage tailoring details here. Unfortunately, the label is gone but that’s a common issue that I can accept.
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Another rare find! This one was not a high-end item when it was made, but it is an iconic piece with mink-trimmed sleeves. I have a few of these garments with sleeves like this but don’t fi…
Source: ICONIC TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S MINK-TRIMMED BLOUSE – ANOTHER TREASURE FOUND NEW ZEALAND
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Here is the lovely bride in her gown (and high heels). In 1944 it was a rare blessing to be able to find a wedding dress to purchase since wartime rationing and restrictions were so stringent – especially in Britain, where the wedding took place.
Look at that train! In satin (probably rayon), with puffed sleeves (no pads) and points at the wrists (love those!). What a beautiful, figure-hugging fit this fabric provides. I was able to see the original photographs of her in it, with a LONG veil, borrowed from an in-law but no flower bouquet because they couldn’t be bought then. Her attendants carried lilacs from a neighbor’s garden and she carried a prayer book (like Grace Kelly 11 years later). The groom was also extremely handsome in his army uniform.
What a treat! Can’t go into the story of her betrothal and marriage, but it is fascinating and she is writing a memoir. At 94, she enjoys a good party and has worn the dress on occasion, just for fun. May we all be so blessed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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I made several major discoveries when I was in New Zealand and several of them were blouses or shirts. A VERY RARE thing to find these in great condition. This one is a heavy, glossy synthtic mat…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE FASHION FINDS FROM NEW ZEALAND!! RARE MID-CENTURY BLOUSE
As usual, I came upon this jacket by surprise and was thrilled by the hand-tailored details. The true color is a nice wheat beige, washed out by the camera flash. The the gold thread-embroide…
Source: SUPERB TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S TAILORED JACKET – MY FINAL FIND FROM A MAKER IN AUSTRALIA
As usual, I came upon this jacket by surprise and was thrilled by the hand-tailored details. The true color is a nice wheat beige, washed out by the camera flash. The the gold thread-embroidered label would also not photograph well with the flash in my camera, but maybe you can get a close-up view of it with zoom-in feature. It came from a Melbourne store and is made of cloth, as all the older labels of best quality were done.
The jacket is fully lined. The buttons (all are present) are in plastic, with a basket-weave design. The fit is high-hip length in a boxy cut. Sleeves are bracelet length – all nice design features from the Kennedy era. Someday I’ll photograph it again on one of my models for a more elegant presentation – but, until then –
one of the nicest things of all, it fits me . . .
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Another plus is that the fabric is a patented linen-poly blend that gives you the lovely texture without the wrinkling issues of linen.
Well, I’m on the road again. But, on the way to the airport I stopped by a family member’s who is downsizing. She called me into the next room and let me look at her gorgeous wedding …
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