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2 BEAUTIFUL BEAVER JACKETS FROM THE MID-1950’S

2 BEAUTIFUL BEAVER JACKETS FROM THE MID-1950'S

Just the right topper for your elegant suit on Christmas Day.. . . . . . ..(or any other day – let’s not be fussy . . . . . .. ). Soft, plush and luxurious, these true vintage masterpieces also have lovely printed linings.

Lady-like and refined, they’d go very well with the suit shown yesterday or any dress with that same character. I’d even wear them with pants and more casual clothing at times, but these were born to be thoroughbreds.

The one on the right is from Marshall Field and Company in Chicago and belonged to my grandmother. It only remains to say that I wish you all a joyous season with all the ones you love and a fabulous New Year. Thanks for this first year of Magicvintagespy.com and here’s to 2014!

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THREE BEAUTIFUL BLONDE TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S FURS – ONE IS AN IMPOSTOR . . . . . . . . . . . .

THREE BEAUTIFUL BLONDE TRUE VINTAGE 1950'S FURS - ONE IS AN IMPOSTER . . . . . . . . . . . .

These sisters look like the real deal, but the jacket on the left is a faux fur. I’ll show more of them later.

The fakes made in the Fifties are of excellent quality and, like many now, require a second look and a touch to be sure. Sometimes even the touch doesn’t completely convince!

Usually, if not always, these lookalikes are made by furriers who sew them and finish them in much the same way as the true furs. The linings are really beautiful, as well as the fasteners, and sometimes the owner’s initials are sewn inside, too – just like the real thing.

So much better for our furry friends! These days you can buy almost any type of imitation fur in a completely convincing version. Don’t be seduced by cute little sweaters or jackets with just a bit of real fur trim. A lot of that comes from China now and I’ve read that their practices in the fur trade can be horrendous. . . . . . . . . .

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STARTING TOMORROW: PHOTOS OF MY MORE DELECTABLE TRUE VINTAGE UNDERTHINGS

     Don’t worry – no tasteless polyester “glamour”- trash nor any reason to call out the vice squad.  No . . . . . . . tomorrow you’ll begin to see the most interesting of my collection of tap pants, slips and half-slips – all made in the 1930’s – early 1960’s of silk, acetate, rayon and top-quality nylon.  Though most of these can double as dresses and skirts now, the BEST is when they’re tucked under suit or dress – especially when . . . .. Baby, it’s cold outside . . . . . 

 

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MY TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – EARLY 1960’S PF FLYERS TENNIS SHOES WITH POINTED TOES

MY TRUE VINTAGE 1950'S - EARLY 1960'S PF FLYERS TENNIS SHOES WITH POINTED TOES

These are favorites of mine – as much as the red and black plaid sneakers I showed before. I can’t believe that they would make tennis shoes with pointy toes!!!!!!

The toes don’t show so well in this photo because I wanted to show the PF logo clearly, and they aren’t quite as much of a “needle” as the red and black ones. But, they are definitely different.

I also love old Keds, and usually think of them with a rounder toe. Truthfully, I have not found some of the oldest Keds and they do, technically, pre-date PF Flyers.

No doubt the pointed toes were a fashion fad and many of the shoe-makers followed it for a while. That’s usually what happens, right?

Anyway, when you go back to the late ’30’s and ’40’s there are many styles of canvas shoes which are classics and have been repeated by several companies. It’s fun to collect styles and colors.

I like the quality of the old ones vs. any modern shoes. After all, I want my “sneakers” to last . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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A MEN’S TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – EARLY ’60’S WOOL CARDIGAN WITH CONTRASTING TRIM

A MEN'S TRUE VINTAGE 1950'S - EARLY '60'S WOOL CARDIGAN WITH CONTRASTING TRIM

Sticking with men’s fashion, we’re still in the ’50’s/’60’s era when cardigan sweaters were a big thing for both sexes. This one’s a very nice, heavy button-front knit for cold weather, with sculpted metal buttons, little pockets at the hips and smart-looking trim.

A favorite for Dad or Grandpa while they watched sports on TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ELEGANT TRUE VINTAGE GLOVES FROM THE 1950’S & ’60’S – AN ACCESSORY WORTH COLLECTING

ELEGANT TRUE VINTAGE GLOVES FROM THE 1950'S & '60'S – AN ACCESSORY WORTH COLLECTING.

ELEGANT TRUE VINTAGE GLOVES FROM THE 1950’S & ’60’S – AN ACCESSORY WORTH COLLECTING

ELEGANT TRUE VINTAGE GLOVES FROM THE 1950'S & '60'S - AN ACCESSORY WORTH COLLECTING

Ho – hum, gloves . . . . .? Not these. There is nothing more stylish and luxurious than a beautiful pair of kid-skin gloves, while they also protect your hands.

Beautifully-made and elegant in lines, many that I have found have no decoration – many have small subtle designs near the wrist. Some, like the beige pair, have decorated panels of crochet or contrasting leather. The variations are endless. I’ll be showing more of them . . . . .

These gloves are not meant for really cold weather, but they’re great for what we’re into now. If looked after, they’ll last a long time.

Don’t wear these if you have a dirty job ahead, but for something more delicate and when you’d rather not leave fingerprints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .

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A TRUE VINTAGE HEAVY KNIT 1950’S – EARLY 1960’S SWEATER-JACKET

A TRUE VINTAGE HEAVY KNIT 1950'S – EARLY 1960'S SWEATER-JACKET.

TWO-PIECE KNIT MAD MEN DRESS FROM THE LATE ’50’S/EARLY ’60’S

TWO-PIECE KNIT MAD MEN DRESS FROM THE LATE '50'S/EARLY '60'S.

3 COZY & PRETTY BATHROBES FROM THE 1950’S

3 COZY & PRETTY BATHROBES FROM THE 1950'S

We can still look bright and sunny while staying warm and toasty as the temperatures are dropping. Chenille, quilting and fashionable style kept women feeling chic and comfortable.

There’s nothing nicer than feeling warm and snug when the wind is blowing outside and leaves are falling. Gray clouds and brown leaves don’t have to darken our moods, however . . . . . ..

Just wrap yourself up in one of these, listen to some upbeat music or read about some good news while your sip your coffee/tea – 1 , 2 , 3 abacadabra! . . . . . . . .. . .

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