COULD IT REALLY BE PIMA COTTON?
When I saw these beautiful colors, classic styles and FELT the scrumptious fabric, I was over the moon. As I always tell you, true vintage blouses and shirts are a pure gold find. And, mid-century designs are my favorite!
The cap sleeve blouse was custom-tailored, like so many mid-century garments. I love that style and the print is fun. Also in my beloved turquoise.
Surprise – the red shirt is actually a boys´, but just the right size for me, with a classic wallpaper print. I love the small wing collar and the slanted front pocket. Made in California – I couldn´t be happier with the color, too.
Another, and maybe the BEST thing about these shirts is the material. I said that it feels fantastic and that is an understatement. In a substantial cotton, which might have been Pima cotton since that was so popular and one of the best available in the 1950´s. So, it might have come from Pima County in New Mexico! If you have ever felt one of these old cottons – especially after they have been washed and used for a while – you´ll remember that it feels just like you´ve gone to Heaven.
So, for the second (or third, or fourth) time this trip, I felt like I´d won the jackpot when I spotted these babies. It`s worth every bit of shoe leather and the trenchcoats that I have to replace . . . . . . . . . .
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