Monday, February 28, 2011
1970s Michael Novarese Beaded Evening Gown
Elaborate beading decorates the black silk chiffon of this 1970s evening gown by Michael Novarese.
Labels:
1970's,
Beads and Sequins
Friday, February 25, 2011
1960s David Crystal Dress
The chest of a 1960s David Crystal dress has a crocodile patch on the chest.
Labels:
1960's,
Applique,
Embroidery
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Textural Sweater
The knit on a Coogi Sweater has variations in the weave giving lots of visual interest.
Labels:
Textures
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
1960s Tuxster Cape
This 1960s cape was made by Tuxster. The company name came from its use of cotton poplin that has been allover pintucked.
Labels:
1960's,
Pleats and Tucks
Monday, February 21, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
1970s Lilly Pulitzer Dress
The straps on this 1970s Lilly Pulitzer dress lace in and out of small loops to form a criss-cross pattern on the back.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
1940s Irene Lentz Dress
This 1940s Irene Lentz dress features tucks that form draping on the skirt.
Labels:
1940's,
Pleats and Tucks
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
1950s Tachi Castillo Circle Skirt
This 1950s circle skirt by Mexican designer Tachi Castillo is decorated with large birds done in hand worked crewel embroidery.
Labels:
1950's,
Embroidery
Thursday, February 10, 2011
1950s Irene Lentz Suit
The jacket of this 1950s Irene Lentz suit closes with 2 large buttons in one long bound buttonhole.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
1980s Ungaro Silk Crepe Blouse
The pleated shoulder of a 1980s blouse closes with buttons.
Labels:
1980's,
Buttons,
Pleats and Tucks,
Shoulders
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
1950s Wiggle Dress
The darts on this vintage 50s dress open into inverted pleats.
Labels:
1950's,
Darts,
Pleats and Tucks
Monday, February 7, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
1980s Richlene Beaded Evening Gown
The bodice of this 1980s Richlene evening gown is covered in sequins, beads, and embroidery.
Labels:
1980's,
Beads and Sequins,
Embroidery
Thursday, February 3, 2011
1950s Bridal Gown
The skirt portion of a 1950s wedding dress has diagonal pleats giving fullness to the skirt and ends in a large bow at center back.
Labels:
1950's,
Back treatment,
Bows,
Pleats and Tucks
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
1970s Bob Mackie Dress
4 asymmetrically placed shoulder straps come together with a hook and eye at the left shoulder of this 1970s custom made disco dress by Bob Mackie.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
1950s Patricia Black Slip
A 1950s black slip has layers of lace, chiffon and appliques at the bustline.
Labels:
1950's,
Applique,
bust treatment,
Lace
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