Isn’t this a pretty little day-dress? Ruffles, flowers and a criss-cross neckline are so feminine and becoming, in a very simple style. Typical of some lower-priced popular daily-wear frocks of that time, often trimmed with edging of some kind.
The sheer fabric is flattering and gives you an opportunity to wear a pretty slip underneath. Always welcome!
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Source: A PRETTY LITTLE TRUE VINTAGE DRESS FOR WARM WEATHER – 1950’S SHE
This dress is at least 30 years old, and I can’t tell much more about it than that right now. The colors are VERY mid-sixties Mod and I LOVE what the designer has done with the black and white accents… kind of goes along with the traffic-sign colors that were suddenly very popular with black and white
It’s a nice rayon or blend fabric with an attractive drape. Not summer-weight, but just right for now. Very lady-like, as the tailored 1960’s genre tended to be, still with a very flattering fit.
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Source: MOD, MOD, MOD! A TRUE VINTAGE THREE-SEASON 1960’S FROCK
A super-startling surprise find! Beautiful 1940’s fabric, perfect condition and just my size. Fun floral for spring and my favorite dark, dark navy in the background. These rare and interesting flaps that fall from the waist at both hips are a style feature I’d never seen before finding this beauty. They were a common sight on many 1940’s dresses.
It’s a simple, easy pullover style that falls just right because of the cut, the fabulous rayon drape and the shoulder pads. I think I’ll be wearing this one for at least the next 40 years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Some of you may remember that I have several day dresses made in this wrap style, but this one is distinctive. It was made by (or modeled after one made by) a clothing company in the 1940’s which sold this style as a house dress. I have seen a re-print of their newspaper or magazine ad.
Nothing could be simpler or more comfy than this design. It is practical (see the big pockets) and easy for bending and stretching into those dusty corners and down to those dirty floors. If you don’t get too dirty, it looks nice enough to make a quick run to the market in.
This was a practical Mother’s Little Helper (before Mrs. Robinson changed the tune on that one completely) and was sold as such. Who would have known . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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If you find a good deal on a vintage dress with stains like these, don’t let it worry you. I’ve had great success learning how to deal with them . . . . . . . . .
In heavy rayon or a blend, with its own rhinestone pin and a sassy fit, this dress has 1950’s party written all over it. In a pretty robin’s egg print, it’s just right for Spring. Try it with a little bolero jacket or sweater.
A frock such as this one is too good to pass up, if you feel confident about your skills. . . . . .
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It seems to me that nothing from the 1970’s could be as wonderful as a beautifully made dress from the 1920’s, 1930’s, 1940’s or 1950’s, but I still like some of the ones made during the Seventies. These crystal pleats in the skirt started in the 1940’s, I think, and are always great.
For a more relaxed time while you still want to look well-dressed, elegant but comfortable this is a good choice. It’s still cool enough in many parts of the world to wear this dress. It would be very nice for a dinner date and, like some others I’ve shown, excellent for dancing because of the ease of movement.
Although it’s made of the ever-present 1970’s polyester, the fabric is lightweight and hangs well. I love the pleats in the skirt for that reason. That’s one nice thing about polyester, no matter what decade it’s from – it holds its shape and travels really well.
The colors in this dress are fresh for Spring, but would carry you through any time of year if the weather permits. Very versatile and also figure – enhancing because of the cut. It’s another of those vintage styles which intrigues by draping over and moving with your shape, but not too much. Bateau necklines are always a favorite of mine, too.
With a skinny belt and very simple jewelry, this one is a winner and worth the investment. I always like getting big dividends from small investments. . . . . . . . . . . .
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