Stitch Ripper - Not Scissors - Does Not Cut! 1902

Stitch Ripper - Saves your fingers. "Money back if you want it." Good to know.

Fay Stockings - No Supporters, No Garters - 1902

Fay Stockings - Something New, Something Good "for women, boys and girls." "Perfection for babies".
And of course the "best non-poisonous dyes"!

Hat Bleach - 1902

"Easily applied and costs a trifle"

The Dolly Varden Gown - 1902

These are showing a revival of the Dolly Varden dress, a style that is named after the character in Charles Dicken's book Barnaby Rudge. These dresses were popular in the 1870's. There was quite a fad, the name shows up in songs, on stage and there is even a trout we still call a Dolly Varden.
Since this is from The Ladies' Home Journal dated 1902, these gowns were a look back. It's too bad these aren't in color since "The term Dolly Varden in dress is generally understood to mean a brightly patterned, usually flowered, dress with a polonaise overskirt gathered up and draped over a separate underskirt.".
These are designed by a Mrs. Ralston and illustrated by Thomas Mitchell Peirce, the same artist who did the bride on the cover.

Summer Hat's for Children - 1902

"Summer Hats for Children. Showing some of the newest shapes." More from the June 1902 issue of The Ladies' Home Journal, with styles for infants, little girls and even one for a "tiny boy". Imagine the work that went into making these, and the work of keeping them on a child's head!

The Midsummer Hat - 1902

Again we have some wonderful designs and illustrations by Katherine Vaughan Holden, this time hats with various shapes and trimmings all perfect for the heat of summer. I'm sure you have yours ready for stepping out!

The Kodak Girl -1902

"Not only does the Kodak go inside the pocket, but inside the Kodak goes the film - all becomes one compact, self-contained mechanism."
And just look at this saucy gal holding the latest technology!

The All-White Gown from 1902 Ladies' Home Journal

These charming summer frocks are from The Ladies' Home Journal, June, 1902. The design and illustration is by Katherine Vaughan Holden. While I can find several references to her work with The Ladies Home Journal, I haven't found out much about her life. Please share if you know more.
In any case we can appreciate the details in these lovely gowns.

1902 Warm Weather Wear + A Glove Fitting, Militant, Ventilating Corset

I know some of you out there are having a horrid hot summer, but here's some ideas on how you can stay fashionable in the heat.

And if you think that looks hot to wear don't worry, we have "The Queen of Summer Corsets". It's Thompson's 'Glove Fitting, Militant, Ventilating' corset, it is just the thing to cool you off in these dog days.

Dainty Bride - 1902 The Ladies' Home Journal

This lovely bride is on the cover of The Ladies' Home Journal for June of 1902. The illustration is by Thomas Mitchell Peirce. Her eyes are so expressive and her gown is beauitful.

Redbook Magazine - 1919 -The Electric Star Vibrator

"Miss Gladys Leslie, beautiful Vitagraph Star, recommends the Star Electric Vibrator. YOU should use it."

Redbook Magazine 1919 - It's all about the Men!

We think of Redbook as a women's magazine today, but in 1919 it was called The Red Book Magazine and was aimed at men and women, most of the ads are directed at women, but some of these are for the guys.

Redbook Magazine - 1919 - Even More Ads!

Everything from Vanishing Cream, Imported Kimonos to Men's Underwear!

Redbook Magazine - 1919 - More Ads!

Just enjoy these!

Redbook Magazine - 1919 The Ads!

I see a lot of vintage magazines, but my favorite part is almost always the ads. This is no exception, there are many ways for us to peek into what was being sold in 1919. More to come!

"...she values the china too highly to entrust its care to servants..."

Do you know what all these items are?

Redbook Magazine 1919 - Seven Beautiful Women

This is a fabulous find! Redbook Magazine from June 1919. There is lots to share but we are going to start with the "Art Section" and the seven "Beautiful Women". Actually we get to see an eighth because the cover gal is surely beautiful, but she isn't named. The artist is Haskell Coffin. See more of his work here.

Ada Mae Weeks in "Listen Lester" Photo by Campbell Studio, New York.

Florence Reed in "Roads of Destiny" Photo by Campbell Studio, New York.

Elinor Fair Film Play Star Photo by Evans, Los Angeles

Evelyn Gosnell in"Up in Mabel's Room" Photo by Campbell Studio, New York

Zola Talma in "Miss Nellie of N'Orleans" Photo by Charlotte Fairchild, New York

Alice Howard in Vaudville Photo by Moody Studio, New York

Marion Williams in "Stop, Look, Listen" Photo by Moody Studio, New York.

Realities Magazine -1956 - Chanel Fashion

Dancing Numbers - Four summer evening dresses from the Chanel Collection

Chanel No. 1
A stream of silver paillettes circles the long torsoed bodice and forms cascades along either side and down the front of the skirt in this strapless gown of filmy white tulle.

Chanel No. 2
Spanish influence is felt in this dancing dress: the bodice in black taffeta continues below the waist with a small bow in the back: a provocative turn is given to the sumptuous triple-tiered lace skirt.

Chanel No. 3
A dinner dress of Grecian simplicity in black chiffon: two skirt panels forming an inverted V begin just above the waist; while the stole, attached in a V, is flung over the shoulders.

Chanel No. 4
A summer dress of silk net, heavily embroidered with rhinestone and pearl-studded flowers. The low waistline is marked by a satin bow. Frills trim the bodice and organdy stole.

And I guess we all know what Chanel No. 5 looks like...