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A TRUE VINTAGE 3 – PIECE 1960’s WOMEN’S SILK SUIT FROM NEW ORLEANS
One of the finds that I picked up during an investigation in New Orleans was this lovely ladies’ suit. Oh, so proper in 3 pieces with a knee-length skirt, back-button blouse and high-hip length...
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LOVELY SPRING HALF-SLIPS FROM THE 1950’S
Conjures thoughts of Spring, in spite of the winter storms – this, too, shall pass . . . . . . . .. Spring IS just around the corner. Especially once we get past March, it’s the time that Spring and...
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TRUE VINTAGE TAP PANTS FROM THE 1920’s, 1930’S, 1940’S AND ?! 1970’S
To wear with a pretty brassiere or camisole, these were the underpants of the ’20’s, ’30’s and ’40’s. In the 1970’s they also came back for a while, though not as sumptuous or luxurious as the...
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VA-VA-VOOM! HERE’S THE MID-CENTURY LILLI DIAMOND FIND – AS ONLY STELLA CAN...
This is a real pure silk, fully-lined knock-your-socks-off wiggle dress. I’ve been encountering a lot of those lately. Naturally, the fit is a bit snug behind. In addition, it’s...
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UNIQUE TRUE VINTAGE SCARVES ADD UNMISTAKABLE RETRO CHIC
Here are 3 small scarves from my large collection. I have selected them to show you for their unusual patterns. Vintage florals are always lovely and very distinctive. On the other hand, patterns...
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COMING YOUR WAY – MY LATEST DISCOVERIES . .. . . . . . . ..
I’m gearing up to show you all my latest finds – and there are quite a few, very exciting ones! Stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY BLOG:...
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HAND-TAILORED AND ELEGANT: MID-CENTURY SILK SHEATH DRESS FROM HONG KONG
This dress is another keeper! I wish Stella were here to model it for you – it’s so beautiful. So chic and elegant, of 100% silk with a floral jacquard design, with all the fine details that would be...
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1980’S DOES 1940’S MAGGIE LONDON 100% SILK WRAP DRESS
Here’s another example of a frock that is true vintage now, but was retro when it was made. Some of the things I’ve been finding recently are so surprising and rare.. . . Maggie London made some very...
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I’M OFF TO OLD CHINATOWN
Finding this dress was a real sleuthing success! I’d been hunting for a vintage silk Cheongsam style in my size for years, then uncovered this one at a teeny, teeny price. The original color was a...
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FUN SIXTIES DRESS BY ANOTHER CLASSIC VINTAGE CLOTHING LABEL
This little ’60’s or ’70’s frock is a bit whimsical in coloring, but very traditional in style. The maker is Lanz, which started in 1922 making Tyrolean costumes in Austria. The brand became...
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FOUND A HANDMADE, SILK KIMONO YESTERDAY!!!
Beautiful floral colors and hand-stitching throughout. Very unusual find, too. It needs a little attention, but will be coming your way soon. MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY BLOG:...
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THE SECOND POST IN MY ICONIC LABELS SERIES – A COUTURE SILK SCARF
It’s rare to discover one of these from a fabulous couture label of the 20th century! I’ll enjoy this forever. Wait till you see what else I found tomorrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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ANOTHER UNUSUAL VINTAGE LOUNGE-WEAR KIMONO – TRADITIONAL EAST ASIAN
What a beautiful handmade garment! I can’t date it and have never discovered one like it before. Because of the traditional style and motifs, it may be hard to say exactly how old it is. Could be...
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PRETTY IN PINK: 1930’S – 1940’S – 1950’S NIGHTWEAR FOR THE VINTAGE BOUDOIR
Now we’re talkin’! Setting the mood here for Cupid’s Day. Some are relatively demure, but all are beautiful nylon and silk sleepwear from a time when those things were really special. Whether a...
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LOVELY SPRING HALF-SLIPS FROM THE 1950’S
Conjures thoughts of Spring, in spite of the winter storms – this, too, shall pass . . . . . . . .. Spring IS just around the corner. Especially once we get past March, it’s the time that Spring and...
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MORE TRUE VINTAGE MID-CENTURY ACCESSORIES – IN RARE CONDITION
TRUE VINTAGE 1950’S FASHION ACCESSORIES Look what cropped up yesterday? 3 beautiful accessories from the Fifties – handbags and a silk scarf. What’s so special about these is their rarity and...
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THE SECOND POST IN MY ICONIC LABELS SERIES – A COUTURE SILK SCARF
It’s rare to discover one of these from a fabulous couture label of the 20th century! Although not what we traditionally call “Spring colors”, it’s always worth picking up a high quality designer...
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UNIQUE TRUE VINTAGE SCARVES ADD UNMISTAKABLE RETRO CHIC
Here are 3 small scarves from my large collection. I have selected them to show you for their unusual patterns. Vintage novelty graphics and florals are lovely and very distinctive. Always perfect...
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BEAUTIFUL TRUE VINTAGE SILK FORMAL DRESS OR WEDDING GOWN FOUND IN AUSSIE-LAND
This frock is another of my stupendous finds in Australia! Made somewhere between the 1940’s and 1950’s, it’s a gorgeous dress and I suspect that it really is from the Forties. Looks like it’s...
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