Despite the hardships of WWII, fashion in the 1940s still ruled as women everywhere embraced a more utilitarian (yet chic) look, and Hollywood's Golden Age stars - from Rita Hayworth to Katharine Hepburn - dazzled in gorgeous gowns. We highlight the key looks of the decade in 40 stunning images and list our favourite vintage fashion shops so you can get the style yourself...
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Еще одна подборка модных фотографий из того времени, что мы привыкли представлять себе исключительно черно-белым. А тут не просто цветные фотографии, а настолько качественные работы, что даже сегодня далеко не каждый модный фотограф так снимет. Еще очень интересно посмотреть на то, как…
One particular decade of fashion history made us realise just how little has actually changed when it comes to fashion trends.
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Many of the blogs we write come from conversations with customers in Cats Like Us... and this one is no different. I often get asked where you can buy vintage looking shoes. True vintage shoes are hard to come by because people wore them out. Often the leather is cracked, vinyl peeling, soles disintegrating, and sizes are short and narrow... But do not despair... there are a lot of companies making reproduction, and vintage looking shoes today! Here are my suggestions for places to find vintage style shoes along with a vintage photo reference. Classic Style Naturalizer has been my go to for years. I stand at work a lot an they are pretty comfortable. Many of their shoes start at a size 4 and go up to 12. Here's a 1940s style they are currently carrying, but they have others that would suit your vintage outfit. Remix Vintage makes beautiful repro shoes spanning 1920's-1950's. I own a pair, and they are the most comfortable sandals ever. I'm a fan of their spectator style, although a little pricey they are worth it. Then there's B.A.I.T. Footwear that came on the scene recently. They experiment with different styles and colors, often featuring 1960s inspired footwear, many go up to a size 11, and are made of Man Made Materials aka
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German actress Marlene Dietrich is considered to be one of the greatest actress of all time. She had a deeply passionate relationship with her wardrobe, both on and off the screen. She once told a …
I was planning to show you my newest makeover this week, but the photo shoot didn't happen, so it will have to wait until next week. Meanwhile, here are some 1930s images that are my most recent favorites. I love to browse them for inspiration either for actual garments, or...
Exploring 1930s fashion and my growing obsession with the flutter styled skirts that were very popular during a time of austerity and great innovation.
