MORE BEAUTIFUL TRUE VINTAGE LINGERIE SLEEPWEAR FROM THE FIFTIES

IMG_1745 IMG_1681Another beautiful bed-jacket, in aqua.  I have a substantial collection, but always bring home more when I find them.  Why?  Though the basic style is the same, they’re almost always different in the details. Pretty and practical, fun to wear.  Mid-century women certainly thought so.

Although I haven’t parted with any yet, can you imagine what wonderful gifts they would make?!   For someone who loves vintage, or just craves lovely things and  the sense of luxury you get from lounging in bed with coffee, dressed to the nines?  Or, is going into the hospital or must spend time convalescing at home?

And now, on to the gown . . . . . .. Here, Stella displays it’s charms. Look at that fit!!!  It’s probably older than the bed jacket.  And I love, love, love the bodice treatment and the way that the straps have been attached.  Take a close look.

No buttons or hardware, just a silky sweep of creamy true vintage nylon (the best nylon is 50 – 70 years old).  You can’t imagine wearing something that feels so good until you’ve done it.  On top of how it feels, is how gorgeously sexy and feminine it looks.

So, I’m ready for dreamland, parties and day-dressing lately, with lots of accessories, too . . . . . . . . . . .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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TROLLING FOR TRUE VINTAGE FASHION IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF EVA PERON

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So, here I go again tantalizing you with tales of remarkable discoveries.  Yesterday, Christmas Eve, found me scouting through a huge flea market in San Telmo barrio of Buenos Aires, de Argentina.  Like the one in Montevideo, so many luxury relics of wealthy families of the past.  Although the majority in this one is “hippie” style goods, leather, modern fur and artwork, the small selection of early mid-century treasures is excellent.

I bought, after regretfully acknowledging that I couldn’t buy everything I found, 3 handmade dresses from the 1940’s.  Such fun!  I’m sure that Evita would have approved.

Although it will be some time before Madge, Stella and Giselle can model them properly, I will attempt to photograph them all by mid-January.  Until then, we’re still watching finds from November.  Stay tuned  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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COZY 1970’S ROYAL BLUE ROBE BY EVELYN PEARSON – IN VINTAGE VELOUR

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COZY 1970’S ROYAL BLUE ROBE BY EVELYN PEARSON – IN VINTAGE VELOUR

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After all that running around to cold and dark hideaways, searching out the best in true vintage fashion, I’m ready to curl up in front of the fire for the Holidays!  Nothing could be nicer than this silky soft robe, made especially touchable by vintage Triacetate fabric.

As soon as I felt it and noted the maker’s name, I knew that it was a worthy pick.  The details are very nice, it’s virtually “new” and soooooooooo comfy and elegant.

I wish for you, too, all the best of Comforts and Joys!

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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MORE SIXTIES – STYLE SOUVENIRS – BASS WEEJUNS LEATHER PENNY LOAFERS

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MORE SIXTIES – STYLE SOUVENIRS – BASS WEEJUNS LEATHER PENNY LOAFERS

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This super-fun summer version of the classic Weejuns is still true vintage but a more recent incarnation – made in the 1980’s or 1990’s, sometime before 1993.  As we would expect, they are completely of leather excepting for some parts of the insoles.  So, that means that they can be repaired forever when some wear appears.

Completely classic.  How could I resist?

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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HERE’S ANOTHER TRUE VINTAGE NECKLINE ACCESSORY THAT’LL WOW ‘EM!

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HERE’S ANOTHER TRUE VINTAGE NECKLINE ACCESSORY THAT’LL WOW ‘EM!

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Naturally, I collect true vintage pearl necklaces, real or faux, but in this case my attention is on the rhinestone clasp.  The finish on the beads is worn in places, so they aren’t keepers, but the closure can easily be used on another necklace.  That will add a perfect Fifties finish to any costume jewelry neck-wear.  Worth having!

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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ANOTHER BUYING DESTINATION – THIS TIME, BUENOS AIRES!

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Out and about in a new city, wonderful, historic and fun Buenos Aires, Argentina.  I encountered a little hole-in-the-wall shop owned by a delightful woman of the mid-century era who sells estate goods from that time.  Aside from general items such as old photographs, some furniture, bric-a-brac, etc. she also had some handbags, a couple of jackets, blouses (rare!) and gorgeous gowns, slips and robes as well as vintage textiles.  Some need TLC such as stain removal but they appeared to be in very good shape.

Her shop is located next to the artsy Caminito Street (Calle) location, on a corner at the intersection and across from the pizzeria.  Above the door is a sign saying SIGLO XX.

If you’re in the area, I suggest that you stop by.  Can’t wait to see what turns up next . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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FABULOUS FIND IN URUGUAY!!

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Though travel adventures have been taking center stage recently, my spying eye never sleeps and yesterday spotted a true treasure trove!  A flea market in Montevideo, very much like the fleas in Paris, had many lovely estate items (glassware, antiques, china, silver, etc.) as well as beautiful jewelry, handbags and – finally – some clothing!  I picked up a great 1940’s at-home gown from France and saw a collection of gorgeous blouses, bed jackets and nightgowns of the early mid-century era.  I would have liked to buy it all!  Prices were very reasonable and the merchandise in excellent condition.

The vendor, Ana Rey, has a store and Facebook page, directions below:

ENCAJES Y PUNTILLAS, NOVIAS VIINTAGE, JOYAS Y BIJOU, ANTIGUEDADES

Bartolome’ Mitre 1385 (Lunes a Viernes de 11 a 18 hs.),  Pza. Matriz – Stand 228 (Sabados de 10 a 15 hs.)    2915 5087 – 094 468 514

anareyantique1@gmail.com,  Facebook:  ana rey antiguedades

Montevideo, Uruguay

 

Worth a visit!

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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