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I just acquired some Vintage Vogue patterns for stylish 40s blazers: http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v2885-products-7074.php?page_id=850 http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v1019-products-8949.php?page_id=850 They're not quite the lines you're looking for, but perhaps could be...

thanks for your input, gals! I didn't even have swimsuits in mind when I posted this, but there are some really cute ones out there in every decade. Those 30s ones are just adorable, Cecil. I was just dreaming of a time when I can wear cute/classy clothes again because I don't need half a...

I did a little search, but I still might have missed if this topic has already been covered. I do a lot of sewing and am considering creating a new wardrobe for summer (so sick of the clothes in my closet). I'm leaning toward 1940s, because it seems to be a bit more flattering a style for my...

Maggie-Your adaptation looks great! And why would it be unethical to accept payment for your services? You're obviously a talented seamstress! My attempt at this dress was not so good. Partly because I hadn't realized the fabric I got (on sale) had so much give to it until I washed it and...

Kamikat-LOVE IT! It's gorgeous, and the fabric is so fabulous. Looking dynamite!

Oh! I missed that one! I thoroughly enjoyed the Edwardian Manor House among the others.

My next pair of boots...? I'm thinking about getting some Victorian-style boots as my next pair of shoes, but this is about all I can afford. I know they don't compare with the ones for which you guys have already posted links. (I can only dream about getting a pair of those)...

Black lacy parasols always put me in the mind of the whole goth scene, which does sometimes take into account vintage inspiration. Personally, I'd go for one of the softer colors. But as always, it all depends on what you're wearing... Heather, I don't think you'd look crazy. They used to...

:eusa_clap Brilliant! I don't think I could ever make that transition...I'm too used to them being round, guess they're more Appalacian than Rockies (or Mt Fujis)

I'd say that all the pics you posted are of outfits considered "sportswear", and exude an image of activeness and vitality, which we associate with youth. I agree, the color and fabric design choices will do a lot. The cut and style never seem to matter as much as color or pattern. And I...

That's cute and a good idea, Anwen. (I'd like to see your take on it) Thanks! I'll have to try something similar and see how it looks.

I've perused/skimmed the thread, but I haven't seen much talk about us poor, top heavy gals. I'm 43" Bust (spilling out of my 36D...which was hard enough to find, why don't stores stock this size?), 33" waist, and 41" hips. I don't have many vintage style clothing items. I recently made a 40s...

I totally agree! I've just started selling some of the things I make, and they aren't very good, so I feel the need to sell them cheap. But then I am not reimbursed for my time at all. Anything hand made is SO time consuming. It makes me sick to look in department stores when they can sell...

I am totally going to have to keep my eyes peeled for these books! I've thought about using our local library's Inter Library Loan system, too... Now I think I really need to check it out. I'm still trying to learn my textiles/fabrics names and history... The pleasant one is the only one...

Excellent fabric choice and it looks stunning on you!