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
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
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...
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Inspired by glamorous Hollywood actress Katherine Hepburn, our 40s style wide-leg trousers are adapted from the original 1940s trouser pattern and then made to our modern shape for a comfortable and better fit. This style is crafted in beautiful heavy crepe fabric to hang gracefully and features practical pockets at the front, centre pressed line and belt loop to cinch the waist. The waist is cut slightly loose for comfort when tucking in blouses or sweaters. There is also a zip opening with an elegant tortoise-like button at the side. These trousers are perfect to wear with heels to nail a glamorous evening vintage-inspired look or sweater and flats for casual retro gals. This new collection is proudly made in the UK, supporting local businesses. Available in other colours * Made in the UK * Fabric provides a slight stretch. * Tortoise button and zip close at the side * Side pockets * Belt loops * Material: Polyester Viscose Crepe * Care: 30 degrees delicate machine or hand wash. Wash inside out.� - Size & Fit - * Mid-weight, stretchy crepe fabric. * Inside Leg: 31 inches * The model wearing our Janet Top is: 5ft 5/ 168cm, Bust 37.4 inch/ 95 cm, Waist 30 inch/ 77 cm, Hip 43 inch / 110 cm and wears a size M. * Fits true to size. Please see the size guide.
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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
Helena Sweater is a vintage 1940s woman's dotted sweater knitting pattern from Vogue Knitting Spring/Summer 1948 magazine. ★ Size: • Bust 32" ★ Gauge: • 32 sts = 4" in light fingering weight (3 ply) yarn ★ This pattern is a digital download and is delivered to you immediately upon receipt of payment. ★ Sale! 2 patterns for $7 with code: 2FOR7 3 patterns for $9 with code: 3FOR9 5 patterns for $13 with code: 5FOR13 8 patterns for $19 with code: 8FOR19 13 patterns for $25 with code: 13FOR25
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Blouses and tops of the 1940s were simple yet pretty button-down shirts with either small round or large point collars. Most 1940s blouses had puffy sleeves to give the appearance of broad shoulders. Meanwhile ladies' button up shirts could look like men's fitted dress shirts but in fun stripes and floral patterns. In winter, plaid
Today is the first day of Autumn! I love the change of seasons, simply because I can move into my warm and cuddly clothes. Dressing in the 1940s during fall and winter gave women many choices besides pretty dresses to wear in cooler weather. "More 1940s casual outfit ideas" is a common theme in some
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
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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...
Poor Dior, it's kind of like an orphan at the moment abandoned by its slightly unstable parent, left without a replacement authority figure. But it's doing just fine! It still looks so pretty!For the Fall 2011 lookbook, that Dior elegance is still way in affect. A bit girlish, a bit coquettish, all lady with just…
The term 'teenager' was coined in 1941, and Seventeen magazine printed its first issue in 1944, showing off young teenager-targeted clothing and interests. It was a new market, one that was somewhere between girls and college-age young women. Teenagers were obsessed with crooner Frank Sinatra, hung out at soda fountains, and danced all night to
I absolutely love 1930s fashion. At first I thought it would never look good on my short and curvy frame because all the fashion images from the decade feature very tall and narrow silhouettes (the hand-drawn images were not realistically proportionate in the least). After giving a few 30s outfits a try, especially mixing separates,
Ein weiterer wunderschöner Swing-Tanzrock von 1949, der sich beim Tanzen in einen Kreis schwingt. Hergestellt aus unserem frischen, glatten und leichten Polyester-Taftstoff, der das Aussehen und die Haptik eines originalen Taftrocks aus den 1940er Jahren nachahmt. Erfahre mehr über diesen Artikel
Classic Elegance 1940s Style ph. Frances McLaughlin-Gill
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...
Look fabulous in these authentic 1940s women's high-waist tailored trousers in the finest tailoring fabric. Made just like the originals with 2 x front pleats, side pockets, and 1" turn-ups! 𝐓𝐈𝐏: 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧-𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬, 𝐨𝐩𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫. KEY FEATURES - high-waisted - side pockets - front pleats - 1" turn-ups - front zip closure FABRIC - polyviscose
