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I'd even wager as far as 1933.
Tomorrow, I'll be posting photos of two of those 1920s studio wardrobe suits in action. In other words, you'll see them being worn by friends of mine. One of the suits is a knockout that I haven't posted here before.
I just noticed that the text also talks A LOT about possible mistakes and the difference between different cutting systems. Confusing for people who are not tailors. Apparently the cuts in the drafts are not really there but should show the need for ironwork (?)
Excellent stuff Flat Foot Floey!
Yeah there's alot of ironwork that goes into a good fitting pair of trousers. Shrinking in some areas, stretching in others. It's a real art (hope to master it one day). It becomes quite apparent in stripped cloth.
I'm currently working on 20s inspired suit for myself at the moment. Its only at the fitting stage at the moment I'll post some photo's later.
Barmey
Although the wide spacing on the buttons and the very low pockets throws the shape off.
I have just noticed an odd detail on the striped suit. On the first photo, it appears that as the jacket cuts away it goes in a smooth line. Then, where the stripe to the left of the pocket flap reaches the hem, there appears to be a step between the curve and the straight hem. I wondered if this was the result of an alteration.
Burma: did you notice this? Are there any other photos that show this?
Any ideas?
Two amazing survivors. The fabric of the first suit is a little 'fast' for my tastes, althoughthe jacket is a lovely shape.
What can I say about the fabric on the second suit? It is incredible. Although the wide spacing on the buttons and the very low pockets throws the shape off. Does it still have the trousers? If so what style are they. Also, out of interest, what is the correct colour? On my monitor it appears to be brown in the first couple of pics and then in the close up it has a purple hue (looks grea in either shade, but the hint of purple really gives it character).
Also, do you know the date for these suits?
That appears to be a room full of interesting suits. But, I'm pretty sure none would fit me, so at least I don't have to feel jealous!