These next few pages wrap up the instructions on how to iron with the IronRite model 80 or 85. They cover how to iron lingerie, boys shirts, mens shirts, slacks, jeans, pajamas, contour sheets, and...
Wow. What a cool series of pinup and burlesque star history!
I’m not sure if there’s much of a point to the words in these pages, but the pictures show the history of fashion and burlesque with pictures including
Step back into the 1880s with this breathtaking historical fashion shoot at Carondelet Park in St. Louis. Featuring a beautifully preserved Victorian bustle dress, this “going away” outfit from the mid-1880s evokes the elegance and craftsmanship of the era. Set against the vintage charm of the park’s boathouse and pergolas, the photos bring this iconic 150+ year-old piece of St. Louis history to life.
i transformed model June Ann into a 1950s greaser girl for this playful cheesecake pinup photoshoot, complete with Daisy Duke short shorts and a striking red vintage car. Drawing inspiration from midcentury pinup culture, the styling paid homage to icons like Bettie Page while adding a cheeky modern twist. From dramatic cleavage (thanks to a borrowed bra!) to the vibrant palette and playful poses, this shoot captures the rebellious spirit of vintage pinup charm.
It happens to us all. Occasionally we buy a piece and are disappointed, or overlooked a flaw noted in the description, or don't agree with the seller that the item was in "great/good/awesome"...
Ginger Rogers graced the front cover of the October 1935 edition of Popular Songs Magazine. It advertised the lyrics to over 30 popular songs of the mid-1930s!
On the inner cover was a full page illustrated advertisement for diamond engagement rings, wedding rings, watches, and other jewelry for men and women wanting great values by Royal Diamond and Watch of 170 Broadway, NYC. You could could get a diamond engagement and wedding ring set for only $29.75 (approximately $525.12 in 2016 dollars).
The Perfolastic shapewear had a money back guarantee if it did not reduce your waist and hips by 3 inches, and an offer to send a free sample of the perforated elastic material that the girdles were made from. This illustrates the ideal 1930s silhouette of narrow waist and hips, with a small to medium bust.
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Here are shown some lingerie and shapewear ads from the 1800s-1950s. The chemise replaced the corset cover by 1918, although shape wear was still worn in the 1920s to achieve that stylish “boyish” form. The inflatable bra of the 1950s replaced the “Victoria” bosom pad of 1879… such changes in lingerie styles and advertisements!
These “French Look Bust Wires” were interesting to shoot… not because of the wires themselves, but the instructions for fitting any bra or garment to make a “French Look” of the quintessential cone shaped bust shape of the 1950s. It promises support and uplifting, and the instructions are illustrated with 3 easy steps. Foundation garments and functional lingerie, including bras, helped create the classic curvy “pinup” silhouette of the 1950s.
Almost at the end of this fashion dictionary! I’m a bit relieved but also a little sad. I’ve learned SO much about vintage clothing identification and fashion terminology, but this is one of the most boring things ever to scan, because it’s like… reading and scanning a dictionary 😛 When I finish with this self imposed project, feel free to call me a total weirdo.
Different types of coats, illustrated and defined. These include the Box Coat of the 1930s, the Blouse coat of the 1920s, coachmens’ coats, 17th century buffcoat, coolie coat, Balmacaan, Duster early 1900s, Raglan coat, Women’s Cutaway Coat, MacFarlane, and more types of coats.
These pages also cover different types of coifs and collars, including the Bertha collar of the 1920s, the Chin Collar of 1916, and the Buster Brown collar.
Here are some ideas on finishing edges and making attractive collars. Illustrated and described are Venetian Lace collars, “new look” collars (which foretell the later 1920s “art deco” look), elaborate frills on a collar, an antique Hebedo design, simple shirtwaist collars and cuffs, and dainty needlework designs on collars.
The next page is full of instructions on how to hand make punched work on scrim, covered in darning, to give the effect of openwork embroidery. Pictured on this page are lingerie pillows, peacock motifs, a chair back design, and edging. Great inspiration and instructions!
The Edwardians were known for their lace dresses, lace shirts, lace blouses, lace underwear, lace doilies, and lace everything…. and here are some instructions and patterns for making lace!
These 2 pages go into further descriptive detail of the 1924 St. Louis Fashion Pageant than the program did. You can almost see the big celebration and fashion show, and feel all the excitement as...
What a fascinating glimpse into the history of ready to wear clothing in America (and St. Louis’s little known fashion history)! This illustrated spread begins the program and schedule for the 1924 St. Louis Fashion Pageant of ready to wear clothes, presented in Forest Park August 7-24.
Here are some scans showing mostly lace making patterns and crochet designs from the early 1890s for various things, including how to knit and crochet childrens booties and baby clothes! This series...
Here are some very rare illustrations of winter 1892 fashions for "little folks". "Child's sack" and a little girl's coat are illustrated, as well as petticoats (princess style), night drawers with...
Here are some catalog pages from the 1930s Chicago Mail Order Catalog illustrating 1935 slip fashions, with a few bra and panty illustrations. I almost missed the pajama advertisement! Panties were...
Take a charming trip back to 1935 with this page of advertisements from the Chicago Mail Order Company catalog, showcasing baby bonnets, little girls’ dresses, rompers, boys’ sunsuits, and sanitary hemmed diapers. These adorable and practical garments reflect the styles and ingenuity of 1930s fashion during the Great Depression, offering a heartfelt glimpse into the past.
Here are three pages advertisements for women's undergarments from the 1935 Chicago Mail Order Catalog. These include 1930s fashion advertisement illustrations for: "glove fitting undies" "vests"...
Did you know that nylon stockings didn't come on the market until the 1939 World's Fair? DuPont built the first full-scale nylon plant in Seaford, Delaware, and began commercial production in...
Wow! This part of the summer 1935 Chicago Mail Order Company catalog got interesting! 1930s advertisements found in these pages include: vanity purses coin purses "smart summer jewelry", costume...
