HAD to pick this up when I found it – a carrying bag for shoes (particularly, dance shoes for ballet, tap, etc.). I had one when taking ballet lessons as a child. Hadn’t thought of it in years – what a blast from the past to see it! I’ll bet that some of you recognize it, too.
Also uncovered some fabulous dresses today and will show them soon . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Another nod to the 1940’s, 1970’s style. Cool! I’ll have so much fun wearing this one, right away! Lovely knit with covered buttons on the cuffs – although it was a mid-p…
Source: FABULOUS FUN FALL FIND TODAY – TRUE VINTAGE 1970’S JUMPSUIT!
I LOVE shirtwaist dresses! Madge shows these off very well because they don’t have side closures. The first one here is a mid-century piece with a matching fabric-covered belt. Both are day-dresses but this one is prettier and more dainty.
The second is an ’80’s does ’40’s style. Not the original belt on that one – so I’ll find another or make one with fabric from the hem, if I decide to shorten it. It’s a sportier style, but can be dressed up, too.
I also love the Blues, and there are more to come . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Another nod to the 1940’s, 1970’s style. Cool! I’ll have so much fun wearing this one, right away! Lovely knit with covered buttons on the cuffs – although it was a mid-priced item, it’s still been well-made by the fabulous Ladies Garment Workers Union.
Just the right weight for the transitional weather that we’re about to step into and perfect Autumn colors. I’m looking forward to a Labor Day weekend music & beer party in a few days but, I think I’ll wear one of my mid-century Mexican skirts this time – just because. These fabulous jumpsuits only have one little drawback . . . . . . . . . . . . In spite of the similarities with cat burglar leotards, not good for sleuthing in, either . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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I believe that these are all from the 1960’s. Floral self-belted house dress/casual day-dress (LOVE these vibrant colors!) and shoes for late summer days. I’m always happy to fi…
Source: RED, RED, RED! TRUE VINTAGE SHIRTWAIST DRESS AND SHOE SUGGESTIONS
From the early 1960’s, frocks just perfect for weddings, parties or just being pretty. Like my others, these patterns come from a McCalls Needlework Magazine of that era. This was the type o…
Source: NOW FOR THE TRUE VINTAGE LATE SUMMER PARTY DRESSES AND FALL FROCKS TO HAND-KNIT
From the early 1960’s, frocks just perfect for weddings, parties or just being pretty. Like my others, these patterns come from a McCalls Needlework Magazine of that era.
This was the type of project our grandmothers might have busied themselves with over the early winter months. I know that my friend who gave me these did!
Women who loved to knit, crochet and sew looked forward to the new patterns just like women look forward to fashion magazines and runway shows now.
Simple pleasures, but stunningly pretty and very true vintage . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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This true vintage beauty from the ’50s or early ’60s was another surprise find. In textured wool, 3/4 length in a swing design (love that), angled pockets, wing collar and a silky sati…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE SWING COAT IN BLACK, WITH PHENOMENAL BUTTONS!
So simple and plain, but it really transports me to photographs of women having fun at the seaside in the Forties, Fifties and early Sixties. And, there’s LOTS of absolutely beautiful seasid…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE MID-CENTURY HAPPY DAYS COTTON BLOUSE FOR SUMMER – ONE OF MY FIRST AUSSIE FINDS
So simple and plain, but it really transports me to photographs of women having fun at the seaside in the Forties, Fifties and early Sixties. And, there’s LOTS of absolutely beautiful seaside in Australia! Although we’re thinking about Autumn here and getting ready for cooler weather, the Australians are thinking about the blazing heat to come soon “down under”.
This top was custom-tailored in a lovely heavy woven cotton (not knit). Sleeveless, boxy cut, square neck with a little decorative pocket in front. Just grazing the waistline, to show a little tummy once in a while.
Nothing could be more basic or classic. Worn with a pair of “capris”, “pedal pushers” or “short shorts” or, even, with a pleated white skirt or a pair of jeans – that’s how it was done back in the day.
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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