1940s
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Searching for the Perfect Vintage Casual Shoes
Time to do a little rambling about shoes! (Partly because I like to talk about them, and partly in case my adventures can help anyone else in the same boat.) Shoes make or break a vintage costume, in my opinion.… Continue reading
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Recent Event: Retro Outdoors Party
Recently my brother gave a lawn party & dance themed for three decades, from the 1940s-1960s. I wanted to share a few photos from the event, since we were lucky enough to attend. The guests enjoyed mingling. Most folks who… Continue reading
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1940s Pink Linen Maternity Dress
My first actual maternity dress from a vintage pattern has a fitted back and tie belt, with a loose front panel. I didn't want to use special fabric, so I tried it out first in this pink and tan striped linen,… Continue reading
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Why I Like Thrift Stores – Late 1940s Style Tiered Skirt
A local thrift store was having a half-off-all-clothing sale, so I stopped in to see if I could find anything. I wasn't looking for a particular piece, although I did want to check if they had skirts with elastic in… Continue reading
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1940s Summer Fashion Inspiration
I happened across this picture on Pinterest the other day and loved it. It encapsulates everything I like best about 1940s styles done right. This is quintessential classy vintage summer fashion. A simple but stylish dress, face-framing but off the neck… Continue reading
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1940s Blue Striped Dress
Some time ago I got two colors of the same print of cotton. I liked the blue one best, so I used the pink one first to make sure I could do a good job with matching stripes before I… Continue reading
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Blog Special! Vintage Shoe Sale
It is no secret that I have a passion for vintage shoes. But when buying them online, it can be hard to tell if they will fit or not. Sometimes I will keep a non-fitting pair just because I love them so… Continue reading
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Easter Dress 2017 – a 1940s Adventure
For my Easter dress this year, I decided to step out of my tried-and-true comfort zone and do something rather different for me. I have long loved Esther's beautiful tropical 1940s dress – I liked it so much I bought the pattern… Continue reading
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Adjustable 1940s Striped Housedress
Here's my next sewing creation with maternity in mind, though the original pattern is a teen girl's style and not intended at all for pregnancy. Yet I think it will work very well, and doesn't look like a maternity pattern so… Continue reading
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Why I Like Thrift Stores – Classic Trench Coat
The classic trench coat is a style that has been in fashion with very little change since the 1940s, which makes it a great easy to find addition to your costume wardrobe without having to make one. Mine is this modern… Continue reading
