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1940's WW2 fashion - Large image warning

ladyk

Familiar Face
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Well, you can't keep the Parisian's down, even in occupation! I just came across these on ebay, and oh my... I rather wish I had the skill to make my own patterns as I want quite a few of these outfits for myself.

There are 2 books, Idees and Sport.

These are from the Idees book

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These are from Sport

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Oh, I'm just smitten with them all!

The rest I have popped here and are well worth a look.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kirstyw/sets/627463/

xxx
 

Snookie

Practically Family
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Los Angeles Area
*bump*

These are too nice to languish at the botttom.

So...which set do you like best? Idees or Sport? Or is there a time and place for each, so you just can't choose?

Which styles do you think look the most "vintage", and which are the most "classic"? (As in, which ones could only be late 30's/40's, and which ones would be appropriate in any decade? None? All?)

Lastly, these styles are illustrated with teensy-tiny waists. Which styles do you think would be flattering on a larger woman?

Sorry, didn't mean to be asking essay questions - just curious about what ya'll think!
 

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