Vintage 1957 | The gal on the left is wearing "Peddle Pushers".
Despite the hardships of WWII, fashion in the 1940s still ruled as women everywhere embraced a more utilitarian (yet chic) look, and Hollywood's Golden Age stars - from Rita Hayworth to Katharine Hepburn - dazzled in gorgeous gowns. We highlight the key looks of the decade in 40 stunning images and list our favourite vintage fashion shops so you can get the style yourself...
Before the 1940s, women simply did not wear pants as a normal part of their wardrobe. 1930s women's loungewear included Beach Pajamas, overalls, culottes and sailor pants, but these were were only acceptable for at home, sport or vacationing activities. Going into the 1940s, loungewear and workwear blended together to create the first decade of
Simplicity 2580; ©1948; Misses Skirt and Scarf: The skirt, cut in four sections, joins to a waistband. Style 1 has an outside tuck which encircles the skirt. In Style 2, ruffling trims the lower edge. Style 3 is finished with belt carriers through which a purchased belt is inserted. In Styles 2 and 4, the scarf, cut in two sections, featured pockets on the inside under the tripe row of ruffling at each end. A hood may be formed of the scarf when the slide fastener at the center is secured. Note:
A look back at the era of elegance.
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I love all of the pants, slacks, trousers, etc. from the 1940's. I especially love seeing the women wear those fantastic high waisted pants. I love the menswear feel, the nautical feel, they're the best! I have tried for a while to find a pair at the stores I frequent that look suitable. No luck. After driving almost everybody nuts, I finally decided to just attempt to make some, hoping to find a pattern that I liked. I am not a intermediate sewer, but I think I am out of the beginner stage... So, after months of dreaming, I am finally working on a pair of my own, using a repro pattern by Simplicity, pattern #3688. I made a pair out of muslin first, just to see how they fit, look and feel. I really like them, it's the look I want to go for. Thank goodness. I did have a few bumps in the road, but I was able to manage, my grandma helped me out. After procrastinating for a few weeks to make the 'permanent' pair, I got a little energy/confidence boost and decided to go for it. It was now or never. So far, I have to put in the zipper, waistband, and the hem. I'm so happy it's coming together. The biggest struggles I think I have are the zipper and waistband. I will post the finished product, hopefully they turn out! Ivy
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 some images that are inspiring me for the upcoming fall. Some are vintage, others are more modern editorials that have always stuck in my mind. I am dreaming of all things tweed, of hand knit sweaters, and cascades of plaid. Wishing for garments in rusty orange, acidic greens, warm golden yellows, and rich chocolate browns. I've got the fall bug already, and I have no complaints. An image I first saw on Jessica's blog Chronically Vintage, isn't the color palette divine? Ralph Lauren at his best McQ Alexander McQueen, the absolute dream fall coat I need to make a skirt like this for this fall I still have my jodhpurs from earlier this summer, I can't wait to wear them with a blazer this fall! Another equestrian look from one of my all time favorite editorials I am determined to make at least one plaid circle skirt like this one, if not more... Another shot of Dita in that great outfit from above 1940's fall suits, yes please! I have some tweed in my stash that is begging to become a suit like one of these I need a black suit too, obviously... I want to do some projects with embroidery this fall Loving the navy with the light olive green here Don't think that my renaissance inspired fall projects will be relegated to just last year's to-do's more yummy tweed I hate matching plaids, but I'll just have to get over it! Gorgeous! I already have a huge wishlist of things to sew for fall, and I have most of the fabric in my stash already too! The major projects I have planned that I will need to buy fabric for will be a black wool 50's suit, black brocade for a circle skirt, and plaid flannel for another circle skirt. I'll show you guys some of the fabrics from my stash and talk about my fall sewing plans soon. I am also desperately trying to learn how to knit so I can try and make a cute 40's sweater for this fall/winter. Hopefully I can learn the skills required in time to start something soon. I will be on the hunt for some vintage style sweaters to buy too, if I can find any seeing as everything in the stores seems to be over-sized this season. Are any of you thinking about your fall wardrobe already? I think it's best to identify holes in your wardrobe that you can fill to give you more options than you had before. Then you can start adding more of the for fun stuff. I happen to be a bit (*ahem*) of a maximalist when it comes to these things, but I digress...
All about fashion from the forties: Learn how to create an updated 1940s look with this retro fashion guide
**EU customers please note there might be additional custom charges** •• ALL items are made when order, for both standard size and custom made •• Inspired from a famous show with fabulous vintage fashion. Wear this classic vintage dress all year round. Feature grey plaid with orange trim (or you can choose other solid colors not plaid) •• Custom made: instructions will be sent after you purchase •• Standard size: US Size Size 2: bust 32.5" (83cm) - waist 26" (66cm) - Bum 36" (91.5cm) Size 4: bust 34" (86.5cm) - waist 27" (69cm) - Bum 37" (94cm) Size 6: bust 35.5" (89cm) - waist 28-28.5" (71-72.5cm) - Bum 38" (96.5cm) Size 8: bust 37.5" (95cm) - waist 29.5" (75cm) - Bum 39.5" (100cm) Size 10: bust 39" (99cm) - waist 31.5-32" (80-81.5cm) - Bum 41.5" (106cm) Size 12: bust 41" (104cm) - waist 33" (84cm) - Bum 43" (109cm) Size 14: bust 43" (109cm) - waist 35" (89cm) - Bum 45" (114cm) Size 16: bust 45" (114cm) - waist 37" (94cm) - Bum 46.5" (118cm) materials: you can choose from many colors, cotton blend twill with slight stretch total time (make + ship) = approx 3 weeks. Any questions please email. Yes i do make other designs as well please convo me **LINING** Unless stated in the listing, all items usually come unlined. Lining is recommended for light colors like light grey, pale blue, pale pink, white, etc you can buy lining at https://www.etsy.com/listing/154864690/lining-cost-for-1-dress
I love it when readers ask me for help with vintage outfits. One recent request was ideas for 1940s casual outfits. I have seen this topic come up a few times in some groups I follow as well. "Casual" and "vintage" usually do not belong in the same sentence. What was casual or informal in
**EU customers please note there might be additional custom charges** •• ALL items are made when order, for both standard size and custom size •• What a gorgeous and classy ensemble! The dress is cut in a form-hugging wiggle pencil shape with short sleeve (or longer sleeves).. A separate skirt / wrap can be worn over the dress for that stunning look. Shown on model in dark red, with black/white polkadot lining for outer skirt *see video for dress without the outer skirt - •• Custom made: instructions will be sent after you purchase •• Standard size: US Size Size 2: bust 32.5" (83cm) - waist 26" (66cm) - Bum 36" (91.5cm) Size 4: bust 34" (86.5cm) - waist 27" (69cm) - Bum 37" (94cm) Size 6: bust 35.5" (89cm) - waist 28-28.5" (71-72.5cm) - Bum 38" (96.5cm) Size 8: bust 37.5" (95cm) - waist 29.5" (75cm) - Bum 39.5" (100cm) Size 10: bust 39" (99cm) - waist 31.5-32" (80-81.5cm) - Bum 41.5" (106cm) Size 12: bust 41" (104cm) - waist 33" (84cm) - Bum 43" (109cm) Size 14: bust 43" (109cm) - waist 35" (89cm) - Bum 45" (114cm) Size 16: bust 45" (114cm) - waist 37" (94cm) - Bum 46.5" (118cm) .. can add sleeves, higher neckline, etc materials: you can choose from many materials (see photos above) it takes 3-4 weeks for make + ship. Any questions please email. Yes i do make other designs as well send me the pic then i'll create a custom listing for you thank you **LINING** Unless stated in the listing, all items usually come unlined. Lining is recommended for light colors like light grey, pale blue, pale pink, white, etc you can buy lining at https://www.etsy.com/listing/154864690/lining-cost-for-1-dress
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