Tag Archives: mid-century

ANOTHER PAIR OF JOHANSEN LOVELIES FROM THE 1940’S – 1950’S

ANOTHER PAIR OF JOHANSEN LOVELIES FROM THE 1940'S – 1950'S.

ANOTHER RECENT FIND! TRUE VINTAGE BRAND DOES THE ” ’80’S DOES ’40’S ” THING

ANOTHER RECENT FIND! TRUE VINTAGE BRAND DOES THE " '80'S DOES '40'S " THING.

TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S PEEP-TOE GOLD LEATHER & CLEAR VINYL EVENING SANDALS FROM A SPECIALTY STORE

TRUE VINTAGE 1950'S PEEP-TOE GOLD LEATHER & CLEAR VINYL EVENING SANDALS FROM A SPECIALTY STORE.

NEW FIND! TRUE VINTAGE BLACK SATIN EMPIRE – STYLE GOWN FROM THE SIXTIES

NEW FIND! TRUE VINTAGE BLACK SATIN EMPIRE – STYLE GOWN FROM THE SIXTIES.

NEW FIND! TRUE VINTAGE BLACK SATIN EMPIRE – STYLE GOWN FROM THE SIXTIES

NEW FIND! TRUE VINTAGE BLACK SATIN EMPIRE - STYLE GOWN FROM THE SIXTIES

From sometime in the Sixties, this formal gown was custom – made in a very heavy but fluid satin material that drapes beautifully. So simple and elegant, it cascades to the floor with only a bit of shoulder detail and a lot of style.

At the shoulders, straps fasten in front with a large button and loop. Otherwise, the dress closes in the back with a metal zipper. The waistline dips to the natural waist in back but sweeps up to an empire style just under the bust – line in front.

A bit big for me, but Madge carries it well and it will be very easy to alter. What better way to add a gorgeous and well – made wardrobe staple to my closet!

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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TRUE VINTAGE ’60’S / ’70’S BABY-DOLL SHORTY NIGHTGOWN FOR HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

TRUE VINTAGE '60'S / '70'S BABY-DOLL SHORTY NIGHTGOWN FOR HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

Very much of the first micro-mini period in the late ’60’s and early ’70’s, this little nightgown style was very common. Cool and easy for hot weather – and we’re already starting to get some!

Made of substantial vintage nylon, it has no tag. Possibly it was custom-sewn. I find more custom-made lingerie from this time and after than from years before.

Also, the styles get less fussy during this period – excepting for the flower-child fashions with lots of ruffles and lace, it was a sportier time.

So, say an early “hello” to Summer!

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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EARLY ’50’S NATURALIZER SHOES IN A TIME CAPSULE! WHAT A FUN, FUN, FUN FIND!!

EARLY '50'S NATURALIZER SHOES IN A TIME CAPSULE! WHAT A FUN, FUN, FUN FIND!!.

TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S TOTE BAG/HANDBAG – A REAL SIGN OF THE TIMES

TRUE VINTAGE 1960'S TOTE BAG/HANDBAG – A REAL SIGN OF THE TIMES.

TRUE VINTAGE 1960’S TWO-TONE OXFORDS BY JOHANSEN – THEY’RE “IN” AGAIN . . . . .

TRUE VINTAGE 1960'S TWO-TONE OXFORDS BY JOHANSEN – THEY'RE "IN" AGAIN . . . . ..

TRUE VINTAGE STILETTO HEELS – LATE 1950’S UGLY

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OK, you may not agree with me but this is my commentary. As much as I have disliked the super-elongated toes on shoes that have been popular for about the last 10 years, these are almost as bad.

Even though I am likely to love almost anything vintage, it seems to me that these toes are really unflattering on anybody. But, if you like them, what better than a 100% leather pair that have lasted for about 55 years?

What do you think?

Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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