The colorful, naive graphics of true vintage souvenir scarves and hankies are SO much fun!! It’s wonderful to find one in silk, or any high quality vintage fabric like rayon or fine 100% cotton.
The designs are always so cute and bright. Not a good disguise, though, unless I’m wanting to look like a tourist . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Isn’t this one a beauty?! There are the green and blue tones so popularly paired together in the early 1960’s, the great graphic design and, of course, the designer’s signature. Whenever I see one in excellent condition (that’s almost always true), I always pick it up.
I love how well these scarves hold up over the years. That’s a testament to quality, and to the women who treated them with care. Nothing adds a better and more authentic vintage touch to your outfit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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This neckline accessory would look great with a Spring dress for an afternoon of casual shopping. I love, love, love finding old scarves with their original labels still attached, and this one is so interesting.
Hand-finished scarves from Japan were common in wardrobes before and after WWII. In this case, the fabric content is unique – a blend of silk (how Japanese is that?!) and Vinal, an unusual synthetic material trademarked there. I could find very little about this on the internet, but have seen many old scarves made of sheer chiffon-like fabric that is similar but may have been made elsewhere and not be the same.
Although the labels on scarves are sometimes obtrusive and may need to be removed, they should always be saved. Stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Found this great headscarf, in superb condition. I always pick these up when I come across them because they are unique. The floral, geometric or novelty prints are irreplaceable. What could say “SPRING!” better?
Hand-rolled edges and interesting fabrics make them quality items which obviously stand up well over time (if not silk or fabulous mid-century rayon, they are often made of one of the mystery synthetics of that era as this one probably is).
Nothing sparks up an outfit like one of these attention-grabbing pieces. Anyone with an “eye” will know that it didn’t come from a mall store or even modern Europe. But often, it just leaves them perplexed – “That’s a nice scarf. Where did you get it?” . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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Here are 3 small scarves from my large collection. I have selected them to show you for their unusual patterns. Vintage novelty graphics and florals are lovely and very distinctive. Always perfect to brighten a jacket pocket, or add a bright touch to your neckline, to a purse handle or your hair.
On the other hand, patterns like the one on top – looks like little postage-stamp drawings – are very unusual and interesting. Check out the green square on right – see the little ballerinas around the edge? FUN! I loved discovering this one!!
The fabrics in these scarves are also unique by today’s standards. The silks are lovely and delicate. Hems are always hand-stitched. Rayons and nylons also have a really nice “hand”. Even the old polyesters are different.
I’ll show more of my favorites in different sizes and styles. Marlene and Celia are always very happy for another opportunity to model and, I’ll be introducing Daphne . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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It’s rare to discover one of these from a fabulous couture label of the 20th century! Although not what we traditionally call “Spring colors”, it’s always worth picking up a high quality designer label vintage item if you find one! I’ll enjoy this forever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S FASHION ACCESSORIES
Look what cropped up yesterday? 3 beautiful accessories from the Fifties – handbags and a silk scarf.
What’s so special about these is their rarity and excellent condition. The scarf is perfect in gorgeous silk, with no snags, holes or hemming problems.
The raffia purse is rare and very clean. The weaving is undamaged, as is the liner! It’s only issue is a bit of discoloration in places – probably from sun.
The white purse is hard to see in detail because of the glare but is totally covered in TINY white seed beads. Excepting for a few missing beads near the clasp, there is no damage, inside or out. It was made in Belgium for Bonwit Teller.
Couldn’t be more pleased. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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