Now we’re getting really serious about special events which may be taking place this month. This party gown is a little too demure for most Proms or whing-ding parties, but perfect for a soc…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE PARTY OR SPECIAL OCCASION DRESS 1950s OR EARLY 1960s
Now we’re getting really serious about special events which may be taking place this month. This party gown is a little too demure for most Proms or whing-ding parties, but perfect for a social dance, someone in a wedding party, a dinner event, anniversary party, a recital or other celebration that is somewhat formal.
It looks almost white in the photo and is actually a very pale pink, with a sheer over-dress and opaque lining. The neckline and sleeves are edged with satin binding. Of course, a crinoline attached. Aside from the subtle embroidery, it is not fussy (no bows, ribbons or decorative buttons). Doesn’t need them! Very elegant.
When I find a dress like this, I always wonder where it was originally worn, by whom and where it was purchased or made.
Another surprise discovery, and they usually are. I know what I’d like to have, but I rarely go hunting with just one thing in mind and, I guess, that’s mostly because I’ve put together such a collection of true vintage that I don’t have to go looking for an outfit when some event comes up. With patience, skill and know-how you can do that, too.
I have the most fun looking for what will turn up! Because, you just never know . . . . . . . . .
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Okay, this one is a little longer and it could probably have gone to the Prom – but – have you ever seen anything that looks more like what to wear on a date with the Easter Bunny? Thes…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1950s EASTER EGG OF A PARTY DRESS
Okay, this one is a little longer and it could probably have gone to the Prom – but – have you ever seen anything that looks more like what to wear on a date with the Easter Bunny? These poufy frocks in sherbet pastel colors were all over the place about 50 years ago and.
Lovely coral-pink taffeta with a huge sash that ties in a bow behind. The skirt under is stiff, but not like netting. A crinoline could be added. What could say Spring more than this one? Well, maybe some of the others coming up . . . . .
Every girl and woman in the ’50s loved party dresses like this. (With apologies to your grandmother who always wore black from Chanel) I have discovered many dresses of this type, with slight variations in the style. Watch old movies from the late ’40s and early ’50s and you will see many similar.
When I hunt for true vintage, I sometimes feel like I’m a designer going into the costume warehouse of a huge theater, looking for just the right clothing for my characters and enjoying all the different costumes that I see. If I want to, I can take hours just being in the fantasy of all the eras and style trends that I can find. If I want to use my time wisely, I can zero in on the best, most wonderful things in a few minutes.
Sleuthing for true vintage is one of the most fun things I do. It’s always an adventure, because you just never know . . . . .. . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Imagine a woman, after the second World War – during a time of rebuilding and relative prosperity, when hemlines were longer again (no more rationing of cloth). She is walking down the stree…
Imagine a woman, after the second World War – during a time of rebuilding and relative prosperity, when hemlines were longer again (no more rationing of cloth). She is walking down the street in this dress, platform shoes, a hat and matching handbag.
The lovely, heavy rayon material swings in time with her steps and outlines her figure attractively. She is a woman of upper-middle income, on her way to a business appointment. Or . . . . . . . .
This lovely rayon material from the 1940s is unique and very wonderful stuff. It has a feel and drape like nothing found today. I love the navy/white bulls-eye print with turquoise/white trim.
I bought this one from a long-time antique collector/dealer. You just never know . . . . . . . . .
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Here’s a collection of neckties that span from the early ’50’s to the late ’60’s. Brand names include Wembley and others (which I’ve forgotten at the moment). …
Here’s a collection of neckties that span from the early ’50’s to the late ’60’s. Brand names include Wembley and others (which I’ve forgotten at the moment). Some are of silk, some of rayon blend and some of polyester.
Although the widths vary a lot from decade to decade, I don’t think that I would let that keep me from wearing the one I wanted to if I were a man. They can all look sharp and interesting or fun.
It’s not difficult to find these now. Once in a while I check for them. They even make nice belts for women’s clothing sometimes, and women did wear them as ties, too, in 1967 when the British Carnaby Street fashions were really in. You can wear a skinny one for an Annie Hall look, or whatever.
When it comes to wearing vintage fashion, anything goes . . . . . . .
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I’m REALLY on the fly now – jetting to Britain tonight but, that didn’t get in the way of an impromptu treasure strike yesterday morning. I’ll do my best to get these finds photographed so that I can show them to you after we return from our cruise of the Baltic countries.
Until then, stay tuned. Not sure what I may continue to come up with along the way – you just never know . . . . . .
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Red, white and blue have been popular color combinations, especially in Spring & Summer, for many decades. Patriotic for some countries, but usually associated with a boating theme, in all kin…
Source: TRUE VINTAGE EARLY 1960’s SPRING JACKET IN NAUTICAL COLORS
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