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[imoldfashioned]

Great stuff! That Fashions in the 40s is one of my all time favorite books--I picked it up at a used bookstore in college.

 

[Madison Paige]

Unfortunatly I don't have any pictures of my goods but... is it just me, or is the Ebay market extremly slow right now? I've bought some items that would normally sell for nearly three times what I pay, and I've seen beautiful dresses that usually go up in the hundreds end with not a single bid on them. Am I going crazy, or have you ladies noticed this too?? And if so, do you know why this is?

I mean...I'm not complaining about low prices, because honestly, I've made out like a bandit!!

 

[Mojito]

I've seen it too, Madison - and am enjoying it while it lasts!

Had a cloche arrive yesterday - a lovely and comparatively rare creased crown cloche. A near identical hat is listed in "Fashions of the Roaring 20s - Deco" for about four times what I paid for it. I was the only bidder.

 

[RetroModelSari]

fernande: I just have one word on that.... WOW!!!

Miss_Bella_Hell: I adore that skirt!!! It will be perfect for fall!!!!

Lauren: Wow, the perfect evening gown!!! Make sure to post a pic of you in it!!!

Miss 1929: What a wonderfull bag!!! I´m not very much in it for bags, but this on makes me want to buy more!

$ally: From what I can see it´s really cute! Plus it´s worth double since it´s from a family member and so a cherished memory.

M Tatterscratch: Araaaaaaaaabian Nights dadadada.... I have the tune of Walt Disneys Aladdin in my head now after seeing those

I bought this bra on ebay for surprisingly low price:

I´m looking out to get the matching brief and suspender belt for just as cheap

 

[ShortClara]

Say Hi to Rita...

Do you ever go to a sale... and lose your breath?

Today I met the kindest ladies, daughters of Rita. Rita was a WAC in WWII and loved vintage. She saved everything. She was a raven haired beauty, and I got to see because her daughters put up photos everywhere. Turns out this was the 4th sale they had had, and I am VERY sorry I missed the others.

They are selling "the good stuff" on eBay (gramstashpot), but I found some amazing things, and you might faint if I told you what I paid for the lot.

Above: Lavendar Suit, Red, White & Blue day dress with huge pockets, White sailor dress with front zip, 2 blouses, Aqua taffeta dress (D*$%!! Too small! )

Above: Cotton Atomic Dress (issues, hoping I can sew them out as it's too big), Light blue day dress, Red swing coat, Kelly Green knit set (fits!!), Blouse and skirt - the blouse has a horse theme with jockey hats and riding crops, the skirt is a soft sweater material), Plaid knit short coat, Grey shiny 40s suit (almost fits, inspiration for more dieting!!)

Above: Short soft knit swing jacket, Blue & white day dress (will be Christmas gift for my smaller friend - I have too much boobs!), Purple gingham blouse w/ rhinestones and purple cord skirt (the skirt is crazy small - like 22 inches)

Above: Hot pink velvet swing coat (!!), Grey/ pink cotton day dress, Grey / pink crepe day dress, Grey cardigan, hot pink back-button sweater with large button design in front, hot pink short coat, Brown atomic rayon day dress

WHEW!!! I'm giddy!!

 

[Woland]

The missus found these shoes in Copenhagen.

And this purse.

Supposedly 30s.
Any advice as to restoration and care?

 

[ssubialdea]

shortclara, WOW!

 

[Vintage Betty]

Great purchases everyone!

Ok Shortclara, tell us what you paid so I can hate you. (for today anyway)

For the purse, I'm assuming it's leather, so some leather cleaner??

Vintage Betty

 

[Vintage Betty]

Fab purse! Let me know if you ever get tired of it. I'll be happy to take it off your hands

Not a chance! I'm stealing it first!!!

VB

 

[Lady Day]

Shortclara,

I will contain my complete hatred of for your finds and just smile and nod at your treasures

LD

 

[Goldfish]

Ok Shortclara, tell us what you paid so I can hate you. (for today anyway)

right, I wanna know, too!

 

[Miss Brill]

Do you ever go to a sale... and lose your breath?

Today I met the kindest ladies, daughters of Rita. Rita was a WAC in WWII and loved vintage. She saved everything. She was a raven haired beauty, and I got to see because her daughters put up photos everywhere. Turns out this was the 4th sale they had had, and I am VERY sorry I missed the others.

They are selling "the good stuff" on eBay (gramstashpot), but I found some amazing things, and you might faint if I told you what I paid for the lot.

Above: Lavendar Suit, Red, White & Blue day dress with huge pockets, White sailor dress with front zip, 2 blouses, Aqua taffeta dress (D*$%!! Too small! )

Above: Cotton Atomic Dress (issues, hoping I can sew them out as it's too big), Light blue day dress, Red swing coat, Kelly Green knit set (fits!!), Blouse and skirt - the blouse has a horse theme with jockey hats and riding crops, the skirt is a soft sweater material), Plaid knit short coat, Grey shiny 40s suit (almost fits, inspiration for more dieting!!)

Above: Short soft knit swing jacket, Blue & white day dress (will be Christmas gift for my smaller friend - I have too much boobs!), Purple gingham blouse w/ rhinestones and purple cord skirt (the skirt is crazy small - like 22 inches)

Above: Hot pink velvet swing coat (!!), Grey/ pink cotton day dress, Grey / pink crepe day dress, Grey cardigan, hot pink back-button sweater with large button design in front, hot pink short coat, Brown atomic rayon day dress

WHEW!!! I'm giddy!!

I lost my breath just reading about it! :eusa_doh:

 

[Miss Brill]

My haul for today:

Necklace marked "Japan" on the catch was $5.00

The Scottie brooch was $3.00

Vintage leather bag by Waldman was $12.00, which is about 12 times what I usually pay for anything. I wanted it sooo bad though. It looks like new.

I also bought a snood hat done in a pink/red velvet. I thought it was a jester's hat at first. I haven't taken a picture of it yet though. It was $4.00. Very nice shopping day!

 

[ShortClara]

Awesome stuff Miss Brill!

I paid.................... $49 for the lot! Comes out to less than $2 apiece! For Cali, that's a miracle. Some stuff does not fit, but has started the Christmas pile for my best friend, who is a little smaller than *I* I spent yesterday hand washing, making a pile for drycleaning, and strategizing how I'm going to repair the major armpit/ side bust fabric tear on pic #2, left hand side.

I think I can back it with wonderunder and fabric, and then find appliqués in black to strategically place over the bust on both sides. It's too marvelous to give up on! Do you ever do those things just to save a pretty?I also have to take it in, and the hole center back is the best excuse to use

 

[ShortClara]

Shortclara,

I will contain my complete hatred of for your finds and just smile and nod at your treasures

LD

My Dearest Lady Day,

I take the above as an example of your marvelous good nature and remarkable character.

SC

 

[RetroModelSari]

Awesome stuff Miss Brill!

I paid.................... $49 for the lot! Comes out to less than $2 apiece! For Cali, that's a miracle. Some stuff does not fit, but has started the Christmas pile for my best friend, who is a little smaller than *I* I spent yesterday hand washing, making a pile for drycleaning, and strategizing how I'm going to repair the major armpit/ side bust fabric tear on pic #2, left hand side.

I think I can back it with wonderunder and fabric, and then find appliqués in black to strategically place over the bust on both sides. It's too marvelous to give up on! Do you ever do those things just to save a pretty?I also have to take it in, and the hole center back is the best excuse to use

Oh my! You lucky lucky girl!!! Your best friend surely freaks out over those gifts! I know I would!

 

[Ada Veen]

Wow Clara, you must have done something really great to deserve that kind of wonderful clothes karma!

 

[Miss Brill]

$49????!!! I go in antique stores & see more than that on ripped things!

 

[ShortClara]

Wow Clara, you must have done something really great to deserve that kind of wonderful clothes karma!

That's a really nice thing to say! I wonder? I hope I did LOL

 

[Lady Day]

My Dearest Lady Day,

I take the above as an example of your marvelous good nature and remarkable character.

SC

Thank you for understanding.

LD