1930s womens workwear

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

There are certain times of the year when one still has the instinctual feelings of a child. Holidays are typically such, as are, I find, things relating to the school calendar. As a youngster this day, for all intents, marked the middle point of summer vacation. There was month and a few days behind us, precisely the same in front, and I can recall with vivid clarity the desire to pause time right here, right now for the rest of eternity. For better or worse, life has no pause button and…

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A fashion look from July 2016 by gone-girl featuring Valentino, Chelsea Crew, Patek Philippe, Alexis Bittar, Zara Taylor, Brooks Brothers, 1940, 40s, 1940s, WWI...

Exploring 1930s fashion and my growing obsession with the flutter styled skirts that were very popular during a time of austerity and great innovation.

The 1930s is when we really see women in trousers get their stride. It was still not accepted by the majority in the early part of the 1930s...

Back in late 2013, I penned a post called Ten Cold Weather Vintage Wardrobe Staples that was inspired by no small part by the scads of co...

Vintage Hollywood Classics

At the moment, 1930s reproduction clothing is limited in choices. I expect a 1930s revival to happen in the next few years, but for now it is a forgotten decade. If you want to create a 1930s outfit, you will either need to buy vintage ($$ ouch $$) or sew your own. The first step