Just as classic as the wool felt version, this beautiful Smithbilt hat is also of the highest quality. Not sure when it was made – these enduring styles and handmade constructions are almost ageless.
Contrasting two-tone woven-in design & leather bands inside and out. The weaving is tight and even. This hat will also last forever (almost) if it’s taken care of.
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Samples of two pairs I own, these were made in America by Capezio. They are styled like authentic Western-wear but with 3″ stiletto heels! It seems like they were a short-lived fashion moment, more or less. Well-made and nicely detailed, anyway.
Some other company may have made something similar, but these are probably the nicest and are a true late 1970’s fashion moment. Looked great with jeans. Just the thing to wear when you’re going out to do the Texas Two-Step. (maybe line-dancing?)
Capezio has been a popular shoe company for many years. The founder started his shop in the late 1880s, specializing in footwear for dancers. They are probably still best known for that.
When I found these, three pairs were together – probably from the same original owner. Bonanza!
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I’ve been on such a roll finding women’s blouses and shirts these past two months; it’s nice to be able to show a men’s shirt now, and one that’s suitable for the weather. Classic Western wear styling by a company that specialized in this kind of clothing.In the western U.S., men wear these shirts and bolo ties to almost every kind of event. If it’s dressy, the jacket, pants or the fabric will change but a Western shirt can always be a dress-up style. That’s not quite so true for women, but a Western-style outfit will often be business attire for them, too.
With a well-made version, you can’t go wrong with at least one or two of these garments in your wardrobe. Some of the true vintage women’s styles have beautiful embroidery, also.
I stay away from modern versions that aren’t so nice. Some are decorated too much and have lost their classic elegance. There’s only one way to be sure he’s a real cowboy . . . . . . .. ..
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This beautiful skirt is a full circle, decorated in the style of some Native American costumes that was very popular in the 1950’s. It seems like these beautiful clothes were “discovered” by tourists and movie-goers during the Forties and it became a real trend to buy them as souvenirs of travel and to wear to casual parties (in the eastern U.S.) and for everyday out West.
Made of a substantial cotton, and always colorful with braid trim or ric-rac. Some were made by Western-wear companies and some were made at home. I love these for summer, but they are really 3-season skirts that look nice with sweaters, too.
Always makes me happy to find one!
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From the time when Roy Rogers & Dale Evans were TV celebrities, Happy Trails to you . . . . . .
These two dresses are examples of fashions made and sold in the U.S. Southwestern states (Arizona, New Mexico mostly). They are inspired by traditional Native American designs and may have been made by Native Americans. My warm-weather wardrobe wouldn’t be complete without them.
Outfits like this were especially popular in the 1950’s and early 1960’s. Some from the 1940’s have been seen. Tourists often returned from vacations with one and non-Native people who lived in the region wore them a lot. It was a real craze for a while.
Ric-rac and braid trim on bright cotton material was popular. The skirts are big and swingy – usually full circle. I have more to show – some have interesting tailoring details on the blouses. Love ’em!
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