More fun! I like some of the corduroy 1970’s jumpsuits, but the 1980’s version is much more over-the-top and, of course, has BIG shoulder pads in BRIGHT electric colors. New Wave fash…
TRUE VINTAGE NEW WAVE 1980’S RETRO 1940’S JUMPSUIT
More fun! I like some of the corduroy 1970’s jumpsuits, but the 1980’s version is much more over-the-top and, of course, has BIG shoulder pads in BRIGHT electric colors. New Wave fashions have a real in-your-face quality that, I think, is more appealing than the 1990’s Dallas glitz was. After that, everything REALLY went down the tubes . . . . . . . .
So, while we’re away from the best mid-century fashion, might as well take advantage of how much girls just wanna have fun. Although the best of these jumpsuits are not a dime a dozen, when I find a good one I’ll grab it. This one was made by a California company, to that adds to it’s pedigree . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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FUN 1960’S MEN’S ORLON SWEATER – A LAUNDRY REVOLUTION FOR MID-CENTURY WOMEN
The miracle fabric called Orlon – machine washable and dry-able at home! Oh, my . . . . . . Back when sweaters had to be dry-cleaned or hand-washed, this was a revelation for homemakers and …
Source: FUN 1960’S MEN’S ORLON SWEATER – A LAUNDRY REVOLUTION FOR MID-CENTURY WOMEN
FUN 1960’S MEN’S ORLON SWEATER – A LAUNDRY REVOLUTION FOR MID-CENTURY WOMEN
The miracle fabric called Orlon – machine washable and dry-able at home! Oh, my . . . . . .
Back when sweaters had to be dry-cleaned or hand-washed, this was a revelation for homemakers and a big time-saver. However, I must say that even today they still haven’t gotten it just right – pilling remains an issue. So, I don’t mind treating my vintage acrylics with special care.
This one is so “from that time” and it’s always fun to find a guy’s clothing item. But, even though it’s a LARGE size, looks more like something for a medium-sized woman now. Maybe it will even fit me under the right styling conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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DISCOVERED – TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S FLOWER POWER MINI DRESS
A perfect example of a frock from the mid-Sixties – the fabric and tailoring details give it away. It’s a larger size, meant to be belted, so may find it’s way to the tailor if I…
Source: DISCOVERED – TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S FLOWER POWER MINI DRESS
DISCOVERED – TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S FLOWER POWER MINI DRESS
A perfect example of a frock from the mid-Sixties – the fabric and tailoring details give it away. It’s a larger size, meant to be belted, so may find it’s way to the tailor if I’m going to keep it. We’ll see.
The material is beautiful to see and feel. The dress is very well-made, so has remained in great condition over the years. I’ll have to examine it a little more carefully later on, to see if a maker’s label is hidden somewhere, but I do know that it was Union-made so we’ll go from there. Lots more finds to publish, so stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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PERFECT! TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1960’S KENNEDY ERA COAT AND DRESS ENSEMBLE
Although it looks beige in the photo, this outfit is actually a lovely pink color, in a dressy fabric with matte and silvery metallic shine finishes together. The dress is an elegant sleeveless sh…
Source: PERFECT! TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1960’S KENNEDY ERA COAT AND DRESS ENSEMBLE
PERFECT! TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1960’S KENNEDY ERA COAT AND DRESS ENSEMBLE
Although it looks beige in the photo, this outfit is actually a lovely pink color, in a dressy fabric with matte and silvery metallic shine finishes together. The dress is an elegant sleeveless sheath with an ornamental notched neckline. Both the dress and coat are fully lined.
The best of dressy styles from that era – beautifully-tailored and in virtually perfect condition. What a find!
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JUST FOUND – 1980’S NEW WAVE 1940’S DRESSY DRESS
This pretty raspberry-colored midi frock has nice details. Love the shoulder treatment that broadens without the heavy shoulder pads! The coat-style button front is different, too, and the belt t…
JUST FOUND – 1980’S NEW WAVE 1940’S DRESSY DRESS
This pretty raspberry-colored midi frock has nice details. Love the shoulder treatment that broadens without the heavy shoulder pads! The coat-style button front is different, too, and the belt that buckles in the back with a point in front (or back, as you wish) makes it easy for me to date it almost exactly.
I’ll enjoy wearing this one with its slim lines and adjustable front hem opening. Very versatile and, again, very vintage – New Wave did it pretty well. More on the way. . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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