Although 1970’s fashions are definitely not a big deal for me, I will pick up something that is especially nice. I like this one because of the diagonal stripe contrast on top, nice drape of the knit fabric and the covered belt.
Sometimes they get things right during every decade and, OK, I’m a style snob in some ways. . . . .
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This surprise find from October, 2014 looks a whole lot better on Stella than when I photographed it on a bed in the condo! I simply cannot date it accurately, though it is true vintage.
Custom-tailored, the padded shoulders and bias-cut skirt panels are a Forties thing, while the bonded knit fabric looks more like Fifties or Sixties (maybe even Seventies) and the buttons are uncertain but the zipper is older. Could it be Eighties Does Forties using some older notions?
Anyway, it’s a cute little casual suit and will be a LOT of fun to accessorize It can be frustrating to be stumped, but you know I love a mystery . . . . .
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Love the lines of this heel, and the leather construction. Heel caps are nailed on and materials all quality. When true vintage (at least 30 years old) and retro are combined in one piece, it’s all about style and quality to decide whether they’re a good choice or not.
Apparently made by a higher-end line of a popular brand from Brazil, which has done a lot of good vintage/retro styles. I’m guessing these are late ’70’s, ’80’s or maybe early ’90’s. It’s a skill to find old retro items now, that still have some of the good quality.
Rivaling the real 1950’s thing enough to be worth picking up. Such fun!
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A lot of you might not get too excited about these, but I just love, love, love true vintage slinky nylon pajamas! Nothing else feels like them. They are so comfortable and fun to wear but, alas, usually the pieces are not found together anymore. BUT, THIS TIME I did!
In a lovely coral pink that I also love, couldn’t be better. Thanks for sharing my fun!
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Perfect-for-Fall once again. The older garments made by the Leslie Fay label were quite nice. Fortunately, this one caught the wave before quality started to go south in the 1980’s. Now it’s pretty much gotten beached . . . . . . . . . . . ..
Anyway, this gown is nicely-made, a good-quality knit and in just about my size. Union-made and in perfect shape. Though not my usual style, it might be just right for some particular activity – maybe a nursing home visit . . . . . . . . . ..
Uh-oh, I’m being bad today! Guess I had too much fun yesterday. No! There is never too much fun. Go forth and have it – and have a great Labor Day weekend . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Vintage high-top ladies’ roller skates, complete with pom-poms and original carry-case. (I can even wear them!) How cool is this!!
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Lovely late-mid-century tailoring. Picture this dress on a shorter model – it’s not supposed to be midriff-baring. I love this nautical flair in dark navy and white, with asymetrical back and side buttons on the top. Such an unusual design!
It’s cute and sassy while also being elegant. That’s the best type of vintage design in smart casual wear. They used to do it so well . . . . . . . . . . . .
I was super-happy to encounter this set. Unusual pieces always give me a thrill. So, wait till you see what I discovered next . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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This maxi dress from the ’60’s to ’70’s is a popular style of that time. In this case, the Hostess Gown has elements of the Asian Cheongsam style dress that is classic and very flattering. A Mandarin collar, frog closures, a shadow design of fans and flowers and walking slits in the hem hold true to traditional Asian dress design.
In this case, the dress is handmade and has a vintage Talon zipper. Although it may have been made in some U.S. woman’s home rather than a Chinese tailor’s, the mid-century handiwork of that time adds to the value of a dress made then. So, another garment a bit large for me, but worth collecting. Things tend to get more exciting from here on, so –
Stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
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Yes, it is really crushed! Needs a trip to the cleaner or, maybe, a good steaming. Doing this at home can be tricky, however, with true vintage garments.
Reminds me so much of photos I’ve seen from the late 1960’s and early 1970’s – a typical dress for the Homecoming dance.
Crushed velvet and panne’ velvet were really popular then, plus dresses with Victorian or Edwardian tailoring details. Funny how fashion really swings back and forth from modernistic to old-style, sometimes combining the two in one garment.
In this case, I love the long sleeves and vintage-style bodice with lacy trim at the neck and a mini-skirt combined. I see a lot of that in my investigating experiences – so interesting!
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