Vintage 1950s

~ Circa/Date: LATE 1950s ~ Details: Two style Variation DRESS with JACKET & CUMMERBUND ~ Size/Measurements (Inches): Size: 13 BUST: 33″ Waist: 25 1/2″ Hip: 35″ ~ Please Note: ~ You are buying a ‘Professional Digitally Reproduced’ copy of this sewing pattern. Copied from the original sewing pattern. Produced in Full Scale […]

These photos, including some never-published shots taken for Look Magazine, transport you back in time. Was life easier, harder, or the same for families in the 1950s, compared to today?

Selling Points 1. Style: 1950s Polka Dots 2. What's in the box: Dress Specifications Gender: Women's, Types: Flare Dress, Material: Polyester, Style: Vacation Dress, 1950s, Polka Dots, Retro Vintage, Sleeve Length: Sleeveless, Look After Me: Machine wash, Washable, Hand wash, Waist (cm): S:66;M:70;L:74;XL:80;XXL:86, Holiday: Masquerade, Carnival, Occasion: Daily Wear, Age Group: Adults', What's in the box: Homecoming Dresses, Dress, Photos Size Chart Inches Centimeters Size Clothing Length…

Composition: 100% Polyester Stretch: No Stretch Closure Type: Side Concealed Zipper Length: Below The Knee Length Package Content: 1 x Women's Dress Care Instructions: 1. Hand wash inside out 2. Wash dark colors separately 3. Do not tumble dry 4. Do not bleach There are 5 sizes (S/M/L/XL/XXL) available. Please allow 1-2cm differences due to manual measurement. Thanks for understanding! (All measurements in cm and please note 1cm=0.39inch) Note: The Hollow to Floor measurement of our standard…

The gray days of winter have me looking forward to spring and lighter/brighter clothing. I scanned these from a 1949 insert of the pattern department of the Philadelphia Inquirer. The green ensemble with matching beret in the first picture has my name all over it. I love the color combination. While the 30s is my absolute favorite era, there are so many things I love about the designs of this time period too. So pretty!

I know, I know, is she seriously talking about fall already?! Yes, dear reader, yes! And as it is my favorite season, I'm not even going to apologize! As a seamstress, I need to start thinking about and planning my fall projects now, so I can get going on them and wear them when fall does arrive. We have been having an unusually cool week here, a welcome break after the 90 degree heat, and it is making me even more excited for cooler weather and the return of fall fashion! I have collected…

Marilyn Monroe wore countless iconic gowns throughout her life. Here's a look at the actress's most memorable style moments.

Our fluffy, soft and full-circle volume petticoat has three tiers of netting complete with a double-layered satin slip. The elasticated waistband guarantees a comfortable fit while maintaining a cinched waist silhouette. This is the perfect way to compliment any full-circle skirt or dress. S/M = UK 8-12 M/L = UK 14-18 S/M - 9" flat waistband unstretched M/L - 10" flat waistband unstretched Centre back length for both sizes - 25" S/M - 17" waistband max. stretch M/L - 18" waistband max…

~ Circa/Date: 1950s ~ Details: DRESS ~ Size/Measurements (Inches): Size: 18 BUST: 36″ Waist: 30″ Hip: 39 ~ Please Note: ~ You are buying a ‘Professional Digitally Reproduced’ copy of this sewing pattern. Copied from the original sewing pattern. Produced in Full Scale Pattern Pieces ready to cut with […]

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