Thursday, March 19, 2009

1940s Beaded Evening Gown

Chiffon flutter sleeves are elaborately beaded on this 1940's evening gown.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

1940s Trapunto Stitched Satin Swimsuit

The modesty panel of a 1940's stretch satin swimsuit by Gem of the Ocean is accenting with Trapunto stitch.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

1960s Silk Shantung Suit


The buttons on this 1960s suit jacket are placed with a large space at the waist to allow room for the attached belt.

Monday, March 16, 2009

Vintage 70's Lilly Pulitzer Two Piece Swimsuit Bathing Suit

The fabric on this Lilly Pulitzer two piece modest swimsuit has the Lilly signature as part of the print. many of her vintage pieces will have her signature incorporated into the design of the fabric.

Friday, March 13, 2009

1950s Full Skirt Dress

Wide velvet ribbon is threaded through buttonholes around the full skirt of a 1950's striped cotton dress.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Vintage Hang Ten Sarong

The logo of 'Hang Ten' is embroidered discreetly on the outside of a 1970's sarong beach cover up.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

1950s Cocktail Dress

A self-fabric bow is centered with a rhinestone pin at the neckline of a vintage 1950's cocktail dress.