Make sure someone is there to catch you when you faint over these amazing 1940s garment details! Are there any that you have recreated or utilized in a similar way? Which ones inspire and amaze you?
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Fabulous roundup!!! Each of these is nothing short of a stunning work of sartorial art. I love them all, really and truly, and think that every last one of them could inspired many an outfit!
ReplyDelete♥ Jessica
I spy a Lilli Ann in there:) Fabulous round up. A very similar bird beaded dress was worn by Emma Thompson. Golden Globes I think.
ReplyDeleteHaha, yep, there sure is! I think of you every time I see a Lilli Ann because you introduced them to me. Lilli Ann suits are basically queens of fantastic details!
DeleteWow! Some very inspirational ideas there. I'm partial to the drapes and pleats and gathers myself.
ReplyDeleteAll of these are stunning! I love looking at vintage dresses and using their details as inspiration for my own creations.
ReplyDeleteBrigid
the Middle Sister and Singer
I do too, though some details (like all those sequin appliqués up there!) are pretty labor-intensive, and I haven't found the courage to attempt them yet! But I WANT to really bad!
DeleteI have many of those saved to my favorites on Etsy and elsewhere! The suit you linked to from my blog is on my list of "some day" creations. :)
ReplyDeleteI made a 40s evening dress last winter with sequin trim and it wasn't too bad to do. Granted I used some finished antique motifs as well as pre-sewn sequin trim. ;) I ran out of time to add all the trim I had intended so at some point I'll go back and add more.
-Emily
My favorites are the ones with pleats, drapes, and contrasting fabrics. I adore hand-embroidered details too. An inspiring selection, for sure!
ReplyDeleteGreat inspirational round up. It was these kinds of interesting details that would take a basic shape or style and turn it in to something extraordinary.
ReplyDeleteShe Knits in Pearls