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Finding true vintage fashion items is not rocket science, but it does involve many bits and pieces of knowledge, skill and experience that come together. They may seem simple and boring by themselves, but together they have made me the successful sleuth I am! Of course, there are more details involved with each one, but the basic idea is where to start.
FINDERS’ CLUE #14: DON’T BE THROWN BY SIZE LABELS IN VINTAGE GARMENTS. IF YOU’RE NOT REALLY SAVVY ABOUT THE WAY SIZES HAVE CHANGED, TRY IT ON! IT JUST MIGHT FIT YOU . . . . . . . . . .
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What’s so special about this sweater? At least three things. OK, OK, I know that it doesn’t look unusual at first glance, but . . . . . . . . . ..
!. The vintage label is still in the neckline. Webb Foot does not have a label now. 2. The lambswool knit is plush and dense – difficult to find knits like that today. 3. The tiny dyed-to-match buttons at the neckline are also characteristic of vintage-wear.
On top of that, it’s got nice 3/4 sleeves and overall high quality that gives a very good fit, even after half a century! Great with any skirt or slacks. Looks fabulous on Madge, no?
A sweater-girl sweater ramps up the voltage of any outfit, just like a great-fitting top works for a man. Vintage apparel does this SO much better than moderns things – with class . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ..
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I found this kimono years ago, but I’m not sure how old it is. It’s at least from the 1960’s but maybe long before that.
The great thing about these older items is the exquisite detail and workmanship. Some items like these may still be available, but I have rarely seen them – even on a visit to Chinatown!
The fabric and embroidery are very fine and there is a lot of hand-done tailoring. Although the classic styles haven’t changed over the decades, you can tell the difference between those that are vintage and more modern ones.
I do also have 2 or 3 gorgeous silk robes made in the Chinese style for Saks Fifth Avenue in the’50’s, ’60’s or ’70’s that are beautifully detailed, but they are geared more to fashion than to authentic traditional Chinese costume.
I wonder where this one originally came from . . . .. . . . .. . . you just never know . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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