This example is one of the few cases where picking up a more modern garment is worthwhile. Although it’s definitely retro and not expensively made, this gown has so many of the true-to-style elements that evening frocks from the 1930’s and 1940’s did – I was delighted to see how much of the styling the designers had gotten “right” and couldn’t resist it as a great costume.
For Halloween or a historical play it will be lots of fun and fits me well.
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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I was so elated to discover this rare sweater knit. There are only two others in my collection so far that are similar and obviously from the same era. Possibly designed for men back in the day, …
Just had to show you because this is another of the 4 items in my collection that are made from that heavy, shiny yarn. I’m really hoping that someone out there knows about this textile and can give us some background. It’s so unusual!
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Source: 1950’S – 1960’S KNIT VEST; A SURPRISE FIND THAT MAKES ME SO HAPPY!
It’s unusual to find a true vintage woman’s golf sweater – love the turquoise color. I’m not sure yet whether this knit is of acrylic or wool – there are no tags for content or care. Classic touches like the front patch pockets (which haven’t even been snipped open yet!) and button trim at the waist on both sides (which can hardly be seen).
I’ll get a lot of use out of this. So practical and perfect for this time of year.
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Just had to show you this one quickly – they sometimes came in fun colors, too! Fabulous condition, too! It needs a button, but I can do that. I may even have a matching one in my stash. So fun to find one of these in great shape.
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Source: ANOTHER RARE FIND – MEN’S MID-CENTURY LEISURE CARDIGAN SWEATER IN WOOL AND SUEDE LEATHER
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