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TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – EARLY 1960’S DEBUTANTE GOWN

TRUE VINTAGE 1950'S - EARLY 1960'S DEBUTANTE GOWN

This lovely little frock might have been worn by some young lady at a recital, coming-out party or first formal occasion. I say that because it is small and very demure.

The only decoration are two petite bows at the waistline in back, next to the metal zipper. I suspect that it was specially made for her by a tailor. If commercially-made, it came from a small, exclusive shop.

The dress is a very pale beige taffeta, with lace overlay on the bodice. Moderate scoop neck front and back. Ruched cummerbund waistband,semi-full skirt with attached netting crinoline.

Very proper and very lovely. I actually found another one alongside it, possibly of the same owner. It has a bit more dramatic decoration, but is very much the same and from the same era.

Can you imagine needing a dress like this every year, or maybe more than one! Did her family move in an upper-class social circle, or was she just a creature of time and place who was required to dress up like this for certain occasions that she attended?

That’s what I love about these adventures – you just never know … ……. …. . .. . . . . . . . . ..

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A VERY EVERYDAY DRESS FROM THE 1940’S OR EARLY ’50S

A VERY EVERYDAY DRESS FROM THE 1940'S OR EARLY '50S.

A VERY EVERYDAY DRESS FROM THE 1940’S OR EARLY ’50S

A VERY EVERYDAY DRESS FROM THE 1940'S OR EARLY '50S

This one might seem prim and unexciting by our standards today, but it was very normal everyday wear for women 60 or 70 years ago.

If you look at it in an unprejudiced way, it is really quite flattering and comfortable-looking. Let me tell you – the slinky synthetic poly or whatever fabric is like wearing your nightgown all day long!

These little prints were very popular on everyday dresses back in the day. They were almost as common and neutral as a solid color.

A homemaker could wear this, or a “career girl” – it would look appropriate on almost anyone almost anywhere. It was one of those no-fail outfits that you always want to have at least one of in your closet in case you suddenly have to go to a dicey appointment, or meet a scary person or blend in without being noticeable.

Do you have one or two? Because, you just never know .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S – EARLY ’60’S SHEER SUMMER DAY-DRESS

TRUE VINTAGE 1950'S – EARLY '60'S SHEER SUMMER DAY-DRESS.

LOVELY TRUE VINTAGE NEGLIGEE’ BY ODETTE BARSA

LOVELY TRUE VINTAGE NEGLIGEE' BY ODETTE BARSA.

LOVELY TRUE VINTAGE NEGLIGEE’ BY ODETTE BARSA

LOVELY TRUE VINTAGE NEGLIGEE' BY ODETTE BARSA

Odette Barsa designed especially beautiful sleepwear for women. The family apparently kept the company on the go into the 1980’s – after the designer’s death.

The thing I’ve noticed most about these gorgeous creations is her use of ribbon, woven into trims. I also have a bed jacket by this company with the same kind of decoration.

What a pleasure it is to look at and wear true vintage lingerie and nightwear. Nothing today can compare to the sumptuous feel of the fabrics, usually heavy silk or nylon, and the exquisite craftsmanship.

At some point I’ll be taking you on a tour of my gowns, robes and other interesting little what-nots from years ago.

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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MORE TRUE VINTAGE FUN FROM THE 1940’S – A CUTE LITTLE FROCK FOR DAYTIME

MORE TRUE VINTAGE FUN FROM THE 1940'S – A CUTE LITTLE FROCK FOR DAYTIME.

MORE TRUE VINTAGE FUN FROM THE 1940’S – A CUTE LITTLE FROCK FOR DAYTIME

MORE TRUE VINTAGE FUN FROM THE 1940'S - A CUTE LITTLE FROCK FOR DAYTIME

This one is just pure smiles, to me. It’s only an everyday dress, but so cute!

Love those pockets and all the little details. And also, so well-made. This is not a fine garment, but it’s a sturdy one!

I expect that this dress was worn during the war years. No shoulder pads, but it’s got a kind of no-nonsense way about it, as did a lot of the clothing during rationing. This is something that Rosie the Riveter might have worn at home.

Many looked similar later on and even into the ’50’s, but they tended to be a bit more feminine and “designed” after the war was over.

I’m no university-trained costumer, but I think I’m right. Undercover investigators learn on the job and I’ve trained in the field – hunting down the elusive cloak (no daggers, yet, but you just never know) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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BACK VIEW OF THE 1940’S PINK SATIN GOWN

BACK VIEW OF THE 1940'S PINK SATIN GOWN.

BACK VIEW OF THE 1940’S PINK SATIN GOWN

BACK VIEW OF THE 1940'S PINK SATIN GOWN