This late 1950s style Doris Day-esque reversible opera coat in black and ivory silk duchesse satin is perfect for the evening out. The A-lined coat has a large pilgrim collar very typical of the era, with a slightly gathered back. It fastens at the front with a large diamante button.
Here I proudly present my beautiful new collection which takes you back to the days when beachwear was king with wide palazzo pants, jumpsuits and playsuits.
All available here:
Lillian
Hester
Ethel
Viola
Dessie
This lovely late 1950s inspired raincoat in beige water-resistant microfibre with large vintage wooden buttons and the classic trapeze line with raglan cut sleeves, it’s large pilgrim collar, slanted pockets and the vibrant printed cotton lining is a perfect example of the era.
This beautiful red silk/wool blend suit inspired by the iconic “New Look” by Christian Dior with a slightly flared peplum, fabric covered buttons, double darts, cinched in waist, wide collar line , rounded padded shoulders and the beautifully draped full skirt will take you to the crucial change in fashion history.
This lovely late 1950s style suit in bright sea green wool/cashmere blend is a perfect example of the era with the cropped jacket’s large peter pan collar and fabric covered buttons and the full skirt with asymmetrical pleats.
This lovely early 1930’s inspired coat in bias cut wool check Harris tweed is a fine example of the era. It has original vintage burgundy bakelite buttons details in the cuffs and pockets with additional funnel collar effect when fastened. With a bakelite buckle belt.
This lovely early 1930s style wool/alpaca blend herringbone coat has got the distinctive deco styling of the era in it’s geometric shaped cuffs and pockets. With beautiful bakelite button and buckle details.
This lovely late 1940s inspired wedding dress in vintage cream silk satin features the very typical golden sequin leaf motif appliques across the bodice. It has two slits along the side seams and zipper closure at the side. The fake fox fur stole adds yet another glimpse of glamour to this stylish outfit.
Here the lovely Lila dress from my early 1930s bow dress collection gets a revamp in navy blue seersucker cotton. The vertical and horizontal panelling with it’s double triangles give the dress the familiar deco touch. It also has Bakelite buttons and belt buckle. Snap fastening at the side.
Sometimes it’s time to treat oneself and here’s something I made for myself over the weekend. This lovely early 1930s inspired blouse in sky blue and dark purple check cotton with yokes forming butterfly sleeves and fastened with original bakelite buttons both front and back has also a great little fan effect down the front by the yoke corners. The belt also features an original bakelite buckle. Perfect for a summer day out!
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