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MarieAnne

Practically Family
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555
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Ontario
Thanks ladies,you're too sweet!

GHT—The dress has an empire waist with piping in the (empire) seam. I would have to separate the top, bottom, piping, and zipper to let the dress out. It's tightest just above the diaphragm, which is where the empire seam is located. I guess women in the 50's didn't do a whole lot of lat pull-downs. I do quite a bit of sewing, and I would rather make a replica than tamper with this little gem. It's red velvet and absolutely pristine. The fabric is not soiled or faded, and the velvet isn't even crushed!
 

fashion frank

One Too Many
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1,173
Location
Woonsocket Rhode Island
Here we are at a wedding this summer! My husband's suit is vintage and so is my dress. They were purchased at Ragtime Vintage Clothing in Ottawa (everything together was less than $300). That dress was SOOO tight! Because of the perfect condition it is in, I'm afraid to alter it. I spent the later part of the evening wearing my stole (to hide the fact that the back was partially unzipped!)





I've got over 25 suits but boy I got suit envy looking at your mans suit.

You don't see many pinstripes in brown that suit is the cats meow !

All The Best ,Fashion Frank
 

GHT

I'll Lock Up
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9,281
Location
New Forest
You don't see many pinstripes in brown that suit is the cats meow !
All The Best ,Fashion Frank
Have to agree with you Frank, I have a similar suit, it got so much attention at my God-daughter's wedding that my wife had to remind the photographer just whose happy day it was.
 
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wahine

Practically Family
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535
Location
Lower Saxony, Germany
My auntie was busy again: she altered a dress for me that a friend's friend gave me and that might very well become my summer favorite.
It's light as a feather, cotton top and rayon lining, with a pussy bow.
Oh, and it has half long sleeves - I forgot to take a picture without the cardi.
 

cakesandcakes

New in Town
Messages
27
Location
Chicago
Here we are at a wedding this summer! My husband's suit is vintage and so is my dress. They were purchased at Ragtime Vintage Clothing in Ottawa (everything together was less than $300). That dress was SOOO tight! Because of the perfect condition it is in, I'm afraid to alter it. I spent the later part of the evening wearing my stole (to hide the fact that the back was partially unzipped!)




This is so gorgeous! I love that fur cape. I have a similar one, and every time I wear it people can't seem to resist petting me. I'll have to find a reason to bring it out again before it gets to warm.
 

Amy Jeanne

Call Me a Cab
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2,852
Location
Colorado
Looking good everyone! I haven't dresses 40s in a while (been doing 60s and 70s a lot lately). I went out like this last night and nothing but compliments!

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AvavanBlythe

Familiar Face
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88
Location
US
I absolutely love that shade of blue! The pattern on your dress is just right. Not too busy and adds character. :)
 

CaramelSmoothie

Practically Family
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892
Location
With my Hats
Question:

What do you ladies wear underneath sheer blouses? I have been finding a lot of beautiful blouses lately but unfortunately they are sheer. I'm thinking of maybe just a one piece shapewear underneath but just wanted to seek out any alternatives.
 

Gracie Lee

A-List Customer
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386
Location
Philadelphia
Question:

What do you ladies wear underneath sheer blouses? I have been finding a lot of beautiful blouses lately but unfortunately they are sheer. I'm thinking of maybe just a one piece shapewear underneath but just wanted to seek out any alternatives.

I usually wear a vintage camisole or slip under sheer blouses or dresses. Target carries camisoles that are a good approximation, usually in beige and black. I avoid wearing anything too tight because it doesn't give me the look I like.
 

Mojito

One Too Many
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1,371
Location
Sydney
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Lovely early 1920s beaded dress I bought recently (and a rather grim expression on my part, I'm afraid!). The beaded motif on this has quite subtle colour shadings, and is lovely and sinuous.
 

Mojito

One Too Many
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1,371
Location
Sydney
Thank you, Stray Cat! I was hugely amused when I saw the photos my friend took, as I have the same intensly serious expression in all of them.
 

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