1950’s fashion

In the 1950s, the petticoat crinoline made a triumphant return to the fashion scene for skirts and dresses, with a bounce in its step and a swish in its sway.

~ 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 […]

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

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!

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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…

1950’s Brief history of fashion in pictures.

Vogue 9182; ©1957; One Piece Dress. All around gathered skirt joins the dart-fitted bodice at waist-line. Low off the shoulder neck-line. Short puff sleeves. Novelty belt. [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]

Vintage gown styles for ladies can be traced back to a time when gowns were the most dominant outfits for ladies. They exist in different styles and over the