Let's hear it for the Boys! 1940 Teen Fashion

Don't miss the Melton Zipsters, Sportsters, Hi-Waist Slacks, and the flock of "mix-em" togs!

Simplicity Fashion Preview 1950

Here are some more fabulous Fifties Fashion!

New Goodies coming soon!

I have a TON of new stuff to share with you, but I'm having a problem. I spent some of the profits and bought a new laptop (a shiny white MacBook!), but the new computer doesn't like my old scanner, so till I can get these two on speaking terms I can't show you any of the new goodies. So stick around and see what happens!

Schiaparelli Shocking Pink - 1937

"These are the little under-coat dresses that are making headlines...and this is the color, a pink as brash as you please. That Schiaparelli brewed in a moment of inspiration and calls Shocking."

Simplicity Fashion Preview - Fabulous Summer Outfits from 1950

Some summer time looks from 1950 for the gals, grown-ups and girls!

Minerva 1942 Ladies Staple Sweaters

"There is nobody like the American Girl for practicability and smartness. No wonder - at work or at play- they have voted the classic sweater their first choice."

French Drawers and Fitted Corset Cover - 1906

I already talked about the impossibility of that figure, but here we add the impossibility of this hairdo!

Designer Emilio Pucci - for McCalls 1957

Yes, this is Emilio Pucci, that was later known for his fantastic prints. But he was quite an interesting guy, you can learn more here.

Sewing Equipment - Put your name on each piece!

I found this inside a pattern the other day...and yes, she had written her name on each pattern piece! I think this teacher had stock in the Wiss company. Oh, and a seam ripper is much safer than a razor blade. Do you think kids are allowed to bring razor blades to school these days? Or even pins?

Easter Greetings!

Early Easter Fashions - 1921

It might be late to get started on these, but here's what you would have worn to the Easter festivities in 1921. But no bonnets!

Instant Dress in Jersey - 1957

"Note collar and smart dropped shoulder" Also note how good this model makes this look. It's pretty shapeless and would look sloppy on most of us. But on a tall gal with style...Wow!

A Dainty Lingerie Blouse - 1906

I can never figure out how they managed that look. Corsets I understand, but what made that pouter pigeon mono-bust? Stuffing?
However, "The present blouse is as fine and elaborate as human fingers can fashion".

Barbeque Special!

Plaid Culottes...just what the better BBQ guests will be wearing!

Simplicity Fashion Preview 1947

I missed blogging yesterday, so to make it up to you here's a whole slew of fashions from 1947. These are from a Simplicity Fashion Preview put out in March of that year. Don't miss the details!

Dolls Of The Americas - Crochet, Color, Charm!

I just love these, I think it's because I wanted them when I was a girl.

More Advice

Advice from Julie Newmar!

From a 1965 Good Housekeeping Magazine.

Betsy McCall Paper Doll + Three Dresses from 1957

Click twice to enlarge this and give it to somebody who would like a treat!

The Big Four - 1937

I think the idea here is that if you make these four outfits you are ready for anything. And really, these would cover anything that you could need. Evening dress for cocktails, shopping on Fifth Avenue, country house visits, and even going to the theater!