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  1. Idledame

    Sweater sets and dresses.

    I agree it looks 30s but I was looking for any kind of hat!
  2. Idledame

    Sizing Gloves

    I found this: Width Measurement: Wrap a tailor's measuring tape around your dominant hand just below your knuckles (excluding your thumb), and make a fist. This measurement is your hand width glove size. US Sizes 6-7 inches XS 7-8 inches S 8-9 inches M 9-10 inches L 10-11 inches...
  3. Idledame

    Inspiration for the winter, Downton Abbey but not what you'd think

    Sounds like a good idea. You think like a designer with a " collection". That's such a cool idea. I think I want that jacket cape!
  4. Idledame

    Sweater sets and dresses.

    If you google "patterns 1940s sweater set" most are shown without a hat. But on the few that show some sort of hat they are generally something casual, small and close fitting. Flowers in your hair give a 40s look, and are easy to find. I agree that berets would look great. I found these pictures:
  5. Idledame

    Sizing Gloves

    Maybe they shrunk over time? I don't know if the sizing is universal. Certainly clothes and shoe sizes aren't.
  7. Idledame

    Easy virtue pattern question

    I think ladies of the 1930s who hunted, fished or golfed wore similar clothes. Reproductions of the hat are readily available (google tweed cap) and look cute on females. You could wear jacket with a skirt or jodphurs or leggings with tall boots Look at this photo of a "Tweed Run": ...
  8. Idledame

    1930s & Pear Shapes...Do They Mix?

    You may not fit the "ideal" shape of some of the 30s looks, but neither did most real women. See the thread of photos of real women. I think with your shape you must look fabulous in it anyway. If you love it and it fits and you get compliments, go for it! Oh and post a photo!
  9. Idledame

    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    Came across this website that was new to me. http://www.american-duchess.com/shoes-1920s-1930s $115 $120, also solid white and white and black. They also have 1700s, Regency, Eduardian, Victorian
  10. Idledame

    Nothing but Seamed Stockings

    How about makeup to hide the tatoo?
  11. Idledame

    Respecting dresses too much?

    I have a 1920s beige silk dress that is in wearable condition AND fits me! But I haven't worn it yet because I don't want to sweat in it or spill anything on it. That age dress might mean only one wearing. I started to put it on at the Art Deco Society weekend on the Queen Mary last year, but...
  13. Idledame

    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    The Worishofers look vintage, even if they're not spot on. I've bought Worishofer every year for the past few years because they are extremely comfortable. I can wear them all day at Disneyland. Only problem with them is the cork heel gets a bit ratty by the end of summer.
  14. Idledame

    Help me date this photo?

    As I recall, bouffant flips were the big style (like in the photo from June 65) until about mid 1966 when Twiggy made short, flatter hair the in look. In the first photo she has on a dress that looks very "mod" with the little, high neck, white collar. 1967 was getting to be a more hippy look...
  15. Idledame

    Imaginary wardrobe

    Can I have a fantasy body and fantasy age to go with my fantasy wardrobe?
  16. Idledame

    Am I Too Old?

    Got you beat chanteuseCarey. I just did the math and I turn 64 this year!
  17. Idledame

    Has anyone tried the Dollhouse Bettie Retro 20s Style Roll On Elastic Garters ?

    Here's the link. http://www.dollhousebettie.com/8850-retro-20s-style-roll-on-elastic-garters.html I wore roll garters years ago when I was into Victorian clothes. I have skinny legs and they didn't bother me. Modern knee high stockings/socks never bothered me either but I've heard lots of...
  19. Idledame

    Clothes line question

    Oh that's right Lizzie! Only we snapped items before hanging so they would dry with fewer wrinkles.
  20. Idledame

    Clothes line question

    My mother always wiped all the lines clean with a rag before hanging anything. Then that rag went into the next load of wash. She also recycled water into a deep sink next to the washer. One load's rinse water became the next load's wash water. So her first load was delicates and last load was...
  21. Idledame

    Gertie's new book for better sewing

    Sounds interesting. Thanks for posting. Here's a link to Amazon. Used ones at moment for $14 plus shipping. http://www.amazon.com/Gerties-Book-Better-Sewing-Couture-Style/dp/1584799919/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1363406533&sr=8-1&keywords=Gertie%27s+new+book+for+better+sewing
  22. Idledame

    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    And a few more:
  23. Idledame

    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    Modcloth has a page of 1930's inspired fashions:http://www.modcloth.com/shop/1930s-fashion Look at these shoes

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