This is also a true vintage brand that I already own – so fun to find things by names that I know. It’s a vintage 16, which was a plus size at that time, but still looks pretty cute on Stella.
Plain and everyday, but still worth picking up, to me. All part of the vintage sleuthing craft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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This is one of my favorite true vintage styles in warm weather shoes. The fabric uppers and openness are so breezy, cool and feminine. They are such a cross between dressy and casual that they are very versatile and will look just right almost any time.
I’ve found lots of lovely true vintage shoe styles by Johansen since I’ve been sleuthing and they’re always dependably elegant and well-made. Such a pleasure to find and to wear . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ..
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Here’s a good picture of the a-line shift dress that I found in New Zealand last fall. Very plain and classic in style, but that’s often the best. It’s certainly a design that was VERY common in the Sixties decade. Probably custom-tailored, with a metal zip, which I also enjoy finding in a true vintage piece.
The feature I like most about this dress is the fabric. It’s a nice woven cotton – hard to find now – in a print that uses the colors and dotted style that you will find in the Aboriginal & Maori artwork from Australia and New Zealand. It’s a wonderful souvenir of my time there.. . . . . . .
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I picked up this little beauty in lovely, soft cotton. It could be from any time after the 1960’s – hard to tell since they’re continuing to sell them in Mexico and some stores in the U.S.
But, doesn’t matter. It’s hand-embroidered in traditional designs and beautiful colors. Authentic hippie attire. Nothing could be more comfortable and boho for summer.
If you’re shopping for a blouse or dress like this one, be observant. I’ve got several dresses and skirts from the 1940’s – 1970’s. Many are not as nice as they used to be . . . . . . .
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I love the styling of this frock, with its wasp waist, free hips, cap sleeves and delicate neckline that really enhance the figure. Madge’s fuller measurements give it the right “va-voom” fit. I also like the peek-a-boo effect of the white band below the waistline.
This was another “surprise find” – always the most fun! Summer days and nights, here we come . . . . . .
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This is the FIRST dress that Stella modeled for me, and I think it missed being posted. Another recent find, it’s a lovely example of a cotton sundress, with covered belt and ric-rac trim.
Shoes are of the era, though the suede peep-toes might be as much as a decade older. Either one coordinates nicely with the gold and olive tones in the frock.
Such a favorite style! Simple, easy to wear, flattering and always classic . . . . . . .
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Classic white beads in a graduated strand are always perfect – they don’t have to be pearls! Just look for beads with tiny spacers or knots in between – much more elegant and better quality. Also perfect are shell necklaces and bracelets. These are always available, but the ones pictured are original vintage and have vintage findings.
Lots of cute costume jewelry is being made now; I just prefer the special extras that are present on the older things. They also have a different look.. . . . . .
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