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  1. renaissancemedici

    utility clothing

    Does anyone know the actual specifications of utility clothing for the ladies, back in the 40s? I'm interested in putting together a mini utility wardrobe (of separates mostly), and I could use the help. Thanks!
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    eva marie saint/exodus hair

    I'd appreciate some tips on achieving Eva Marie Saint's Exodus hair. I love the look, because it looks like a rollers look, rather than pin curls, but I am really not sure! I also like the length. Any help ladies? Thank you...
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    Mod thread

    Is there a 1960s mod thread that I can't find? If there isn't can we start one? The classic 1960s is very close to the 1950s in my opinion. But there is also the fabulous mod fashion that is very wearable, I think. What about mod basics? The shift dress, the a line skirt, low heels...
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    Marylin and Ferragamo

    This post is long overdue. I can't believe I haven't told you about my visit to the Ferragamo museum, in Florence. It's been several months now, but I am as excited to think about it as I was visiting. It has many shoes by Salvatore Ferragamo, from every era. It also has many shoes he made for...
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    I give up

    I have been playing around with the idea of being more vintage for ages. I have planned wardrobes, thought about hair etc. I am even growing my hair longer so as to be able to find a nice versatile haircut (not middy, not for me...). As you can imagine I have done none of that. However I...
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    Easy virtue pattern question

    I am in love with the style of the movie easy virtue, and in particular this look http://www.aceshowbiz.com/images/still/easy_virtue04.jpg Any ideas on sewing patterns for jacket or hat, or simply a nod towards the right direction? Are they both for men? Thanks!
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    Inspiration for the winter, Downton Abbey but not what you'd think

    I was looking into my winter clothes, although it's still a blazing summer, far from over. I thought that this year I would actually use my stash fabrics and produce a wardrobe, with a theme and a certain style. Based on my existing clothes of course. To make a long story short, I ended up with...
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    Frankenpattern for tea dress

    I am considering doing that, combining an appropriate shirt and skirt. I have been looking for the perfect tea dress forever (in modern patterns, because I can't find here those vintage ones). I decided to do something about it. I want to do this so much, I may draft it from scratch, and...
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    Imaginary wardrobe

    How would you put together a femme fatale summer wardrobe? I was thinking white, but no concrete plan. Sunglasses, platforms, scarves. Pencil skirts, shirts, feminine blouses? What about the trousers? Any ideas?
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    Women's dresses and slips: a buying guide

    http://books.google.gr/books?id=Qz_rNLPJwrsC&pg=PA13&dq=dress+pattern&hl=el&sa=X&ei=2rhWUZWFOKay7AaajYDwDA&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q=dress%20pattern&f=false Nice.
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    Google search on wartime magazines

    http://www.google.com/search?q=magazine&hl=el&biw=1280&bih=642&sa=X&ei=pbFWUa6VMabF7AaW7IHYAQ&ved=0CCUQpwUoBA&source=lnt&tbs=bkv%3Af%2Ccdr%3A1%2Ccd_min%3A1%2F1%2F1940%2Ccd_max%3A31%2F12%2F1945&tbm=bks As the tilte says, I searched and here are the results. I thought someone might find...
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    A Nivea question

    Ladies, a few questions on Nivea. I have been using it on my hands with wonderful results. Could I use it on my face as a moisturizer? If so, could I use it for the eyes as well? Any thoughts will be greatly appreciated.
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    1920s wardrobe basics

    I've been searching for a thread like that and I haven't found one, so I thought I might start it. I can't get over the beauty of those lingerie and clothes. Although on the screen other eras seem more impressive, when I saw a collection in a museum I was stuck in front of the 1920s section...
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    What a confusion.

    I can't really choose an era. The 30s and 40s are in my heart, but it's entirely unrealistic for me to dress like that. It's not practical, and, most importantly, I don't really look good in those styles! Unless I dress like Marlene or like an aviatrix or something. On the other hand, the 60s...
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    Make & Mend for Victory

    Maybe you've seen this, but for those who haven't... http://cargocultcraft.com/2010/03/18/download-make-mend-for-victory-both-parts/ I've had this for quite some time, I've even printed it and read it very carefully! It's great. I've been thinking a lot about the austerity ways of the...
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    Could these work for vintage?

    Hello girls. I would love to sew my wardrobe, but the really vintage patterns I have are Lutterloh which I have never used, plus a few vintage pattern drafting books. However, I was thinking that some modern patterns I have could serve as vintage-style clothing, and I would really like...

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