A WWII – ERA RAYON LADIES’ BLOUSE. FABULOUS TRUE VINTAGE TAILORING, FABULOUS FABRIC AND ELEGANT STYLE.
This is a rare blouse, in a silky rayon fabric. If it weren’t for being a war-time garment, I might think it was a silk/rayon blend but, since the war effort used silk for other purposes, it was rare to find it in any clothing (or hosiery!). Rayon was King, and it’s a fabulous fabric. I just LOVE 1940’s and ’50’s blouses!
This one I’ve had for a while. It is finished at the hem to be worn un-tucked. Rather big for me, so I wear it as a tunic style. About 2 sizes smaller, it would be beautiful under yesterday’s suit, no? Great design over a skirt, however, and dynamite with slacks.
The beautiful coffee-colored embroidery is what also “makes” it. Mocha-colored items are a bit unusual, and a nice color to take into the Autumn. Neutrals are just about the most elegant, and versatile, of all hues.
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VERSATILE TRUE VINTAGE BLOUSES AND SHIRTS – NEVER TOO MANY!
Today I’m showing some of my day – to – day blouses in colors, prints and solids. . . . . . hues that can go year-round. From left to right, they go from the early 1950’s to mid – 1960’s.
The dressier one, which is also sheer and lightweight, is on the left. Rhinestone buttons give it a girly touch. The way we do things now, it can be worn with a casual outfit but it would still look lovely under a suit or with a pretty skirt, as it would have been worn back in the day.
This cotton selection (the 3 on the right) has longer sleeves than my hottest weather group, but they’re so classic that they can really be worn any time and add fun to my wardrobe. The classic print on the center one and 3/4 sleeves are style elements that are favorites of…
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Although it’s not the real-real 1940’s deal (always my preference), this frock has a lot of the right stuff: a frowsy floral print on drapey rayon, a swing skirt and classic shirtwaist styling. It’s also big enough to have kind of a blousy fit. Looks like I’m inventing a few words here . . . . . .
In other words, it’s got a 1930’s/1940’s feel to it that will make it a pleasure to wear on an “off” day. Once in a while, the copy-cats get it pretty right and it’s good to keep an eye out for those little gems.
Tomorrow I’ll show you Stella modeling an absolute original from this era – found two months ago while I was out and about. You deserve to see it off the hanger. So excited!!!!!!!!
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FABULOUS FIFTIES MEN’S SHIRT – WITH THE TRUE VINTAGE FEATURES THAT I LOVE!!!
One of my all-time favorite shirts again – with crazy chest detail! So many of the vintage men’s shirts had wonderful embroidered designs on front.
This one also has some little covered buttons to add to the motif. Unfortunately, one was missing and is a strange shape to replace, but I’ll keep looking. Until then, I added a touch of embroidery to fill the space. As on the dress yesterday, the buttons can be a major feature.
The material is also a nice drapey, rayon fabric in a wonderful rare shade of blue. True vintage fabrics take dye differently than modern fabrics and many of the colors are unique. I absolutely love finding these shirts in small sizes that I can wear!
You just never know when one might turn up, in the corner of a smokey bar . . .. . . . . . . . . …
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