Stella definitely had to change her hairdo for this one, and it couldn’t be more perfect for her! I love the way this dress fits – much better on Stel than on a hanger, as I’d had to show it to you before. Very, very cute and so iconic from that turn-of-the-decade time between the 1960’s and 1970’s.
Dresses of this type were almost always made of woven cotton, as is this one, though some began to appear in the early ’70’s with polyester content. Mix and match patterns plus lots of color were common all the way through about 1965 – 1975. Makes me want to put on a big sun hat, stick some flowers in my hair and wander around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
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Could this be a real Emilio Pucci design from the 1960’s, when they were mega-Mod and popular? It’s not signed anywhere and there are no labels, but I will always dream. This knit is very well-made with a beautiful fit and the design looks authentic (to my eye). At least, it may be a wonderful fake from Italy, where knit clothing has been exceptionally constructed for decades.
What a fab find!
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Given my failure to press or steam the clothing I’ve been posting recently, you might think that grooming is not a top priority. But, no matter how pressed for time I may be, the products I use every day are important and I love having beautiful and well-organized ways to carry them with me when I leave Headquarters. Since this is the last of the items in this set with a metal zipper, it seemed like a good time to show it to you.
Made of leather in East Germany, the mirror and the stainless steel container lids are shiny and clean despite the odd reflections captured in this picture. The kit could be for a man or woman, as the tools are all basic. Everything is made to a high standard of quality, as is customary with German-made tools and steel products. The little 7″ toothbrush holder would hardly fit a modern toothbrush, excepting perhaps for a child’s, but can still be very convenient for other items. The most delightful thing about this packet is the compactness, efficient design and quality of the materials. Very rare to see anything like it now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Nothing WAY special about this dress – it’s nicely made, fits flatteringly, etc., etc. but my very favorite thing about it is the fabric. It’s a substantial woven cotton or cotton blend but the best is the colors!! Several of my favorites all together, which is a rare combo. Jewel tones, but for summer!
The metal zip is in great shape so I’ll wear this one for years before having to do anything with it. The fitted cut is very nice and puts it a notch above plain shift dresses. Since my shoulders aren’t quite as broad as Stella’s, the sleeve opening forms a slight cap on me and is a nice touch. Easier to dress up or down, as the mood or occasion calls for. Thank you, Sally seamstress or whoever you were . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . And, a happy American Thanksgiving to you, whenever you see this. It’s always a good day to be grateful.
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Very surprising find, at first. It’s a non-traditional style for a traditional type of party – very popular in the early 1960’s. Although the LBD has never gone out of fashion since Coco Chanel first designed it and made it a “must” for every woman, cocktail outfits really began to morph in the 1960’s. Not only is this dress not black, but it has an Asian feeling to the design, with decorative knots and slits at each thigh. Fortunately, there is a yellow satin liner underneath so modesty is well-preserved. The shaped sheath style was definitely a staple of early to mid-sixties wardrobes.
The jacquard fabric design also has an Asian feeling to it, so that makes this frock a departure from the normal of that day and very forward-looking. It does need the zip replaced, but I have a stash of vintage zippers where I’m sure I’ll find just what is needed. Fun!
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