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[Miss Brill]

Nice steals, Miss Brill! Given the fabric of the first one, I think it's probably 80s, not 50s, though it can be hard to tell. Is there a zipper and if so, what is it made of and where is it placed?

Even if they date to a more recent time, for 50 cents each, who cares?

Thanks! The blue dress is a pullover, and there are no zippers anywhere, not even at the waist to make it easier to get on. I have the waist cinched for the pictures--the skirt is poofy and has pockets.

 

[Vintage Betty]

Not technically a purchase

I traded this (1950's Mink Wrap, fully lined, excellent condition)

For this:

 

[Miss Brill]

Betty--those are great! What a wonderful trade! :eusa_clap

I had some luck at Goodwill today--I bought several sweaters, including a Burberry cardi, and a Max Studio pullover, and my vintage finds were limited to a acrylic cardigan from Sears (w/Union label, it was .99)--I'm thrilled with it because it looks new, and is long enough to cover my butt.

And this VF slip was .50 at another charity store:

 

[KittyT]

And this VF slip was .50 at another charity store:

That is quite a find! I have one just like it in aqua blue and I will say that I paid significantly more for mine. It is a really lovely slip - just look at that all lace bodice. Gorgeous.

 

[Miss Brill]

That is quite a find! I have one just like it in aqua blue and I will say that I paid significantly more for mine. It is a really lovely slip - just look at that all lace bodice. Gorgeous.

You mean it worth something? Should I be careful with it?

It is pretty--but even better--the lace is sooo soft! It is softer than most I've seen on the vintage nightgowns. I used to have a collection of some STUNNING nightgown sets & never wore any because they were too itchy.

I forgot about another find today--a little snap-front house dress with polka dot collar & cuffs (it was .99--probably 70s or 80s, but I still like it):

 

[Miss_Bella_Hell]

I had some luck at Goodwill today--I bought several sweaters, including a Burberry cardi, and a Max Studio pullover, and my vintage finds were limited to a acrylic cardigan from Sears (w/Union label, it was .99)--I'm thrilled with it because it looks new, and is long enough to cover my butt.


And this VF slip was .50 at another charity store:

I have this very same slip, actually. I don't think I paid much for it, but it's my favorite! It actually supports me up top - no bra necessary! Though I usually wear one anyway.

 

[Mojito]

Oh, Mojito that headpiece is lovely--I've only seen them rarely.

Thanks, imoldfashioned! I do love bandeaus, kokoshniks, turbans etc from the late teens, early 20s. I have another one that I simply love - it's very simple rows of rhinestones set in a brass headpiece, tying at the back with ribbons.

Miss Brill, what a haul! Sifting through Goodwill to find the gold requires a great eye and some patience - you obviously have the gift.

 

[Lady Day]

I found a couple of dresses at Goodwill--they were .50 each. The blue rose is a cotton, and looks homemade, and it needs the sleeves & hem hemmed, but appears unworn otherwise (I think it is 50s). The other is a mystery fabric, probably acetate. I think it is homemade also, and I'm unsure of the era--probably 80s with a vintage look. [huh]

On the blue one, the inside collar is serged. Now serging was around in the 50s, but ladies at home didnt do it at home. So its either an altered later design, or a vintage mail order?

The second one looks more home made because of the turned under facing. Is it serged?

LD

 

[leaette]

ok so this is from the *dreaded* 70's. but...i'm not ashamed to say i like the 70s. i was born in the 70s
but, i love to crochet. and crocheting was very popular in the 70s. so it's fun to see the history of sorts of crocheting and what was popular.
and i found this at our thrift store for a whopping $5. i had to buy this. i will eventually use the yarn but i think i may use this as a decoration in my craft room for the time being. it's amazing how much they wasted things in the 70s! this box is like 3 feet tall. it's huge!
i know the colors are ugly 70s but i make dog and kitty beds for animal shelters (they are called snuggles). and this yarn will be perfect for it.

 

[goldwyn girl]

So the box is almost actual size lol Dogs and Kittys don't care what the colour is as as long as it's comfy. What a lovely thing to do.

 

[Miss Neecerie]

There is still an afghan like that at my moms house...which yes...is orange green and white....

they use it for cats to lie on and in very cold weather.

 

[leaette]

yep, the box is HUGE just for yarn! what a waste. wouldn't fly these days.

the snuggles project is fantastic. you can donate to any shelter you want. here is the official website:
http://www.snugglesproject.org/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,1/

 

[goldwyn girl]

Thanks for the link, I will be helping out now too.

 

[texasgirl]

Here's a dress I just won for our St Valentines Day Massacre and Soiree!

And here's some 1933 Chicago World's Fair souvenirs, a tie clip and hair barrette! Will be great for our reenacting!

 

[ohairas]

Love the Cock!

I couldn't resist.

*snort!*
Too funny! Pink that skirt is amazing, I really love the "feathery" looking fabric they used for the body. What an awesome find!!

Betty, great trade!

Texasgirl, fab dress. I'm so jealous of all of you events!!
Nikki

 

[ohairas]

Sarah these old cats are just the best! Thanks so much for posting the pics! I have an old Sears that I just love. I'll have to get some pics for y'all some time.
Nikki

I also got 2 smaller catalogues from the same seller -

 

[leaette]

i have that same "today's fashions" catalog. i have a sears one too. can't get any better for researching.

i only wish i could pick up the phone and order those items in these catalogs. oh, if there was such a thing as a time machine!

 

[deadpandiva]

This dress and a red Cashmere Turtleneck by Isac Mizrahi for Target. The dress is mych cuter in the right size.
I also purchased a pair of black trouser jeans from Marshall's. I paid less than 35.00 for all three items.

I got both of these from ebay.

 

[Miss Neecerie]

mmmmm compacts!

The bottom one is an elgin right?


and I -love- the state souvenir series ones!

 

[ShooShooBaby]

leaette, my baby blanket is the same as that - but in yellow, pale green, and white!! i still have it tucked away somewhere.