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Dating costumes by rhinestones, sequins and zippers?

Discussion in 'PUBLIC Vintage Fashion - Ask Questions Get Answers' started by Trish, Jan 8, 2020.

  1. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    I came across a box of old costumes. Can anyone help date them by the construction and embellishment? Thanks in advance! Trish
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  2. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    Anyone?
     
  3. Marzilli_Vintage

    Marzilli_Vintage VFG Member

    You might have better luck researching zippers. The Talon zipper in the close up looks like it might be 1940's, but a better photo showing it in its entirety will help date it accurately.
     
  4. Rue_de_la_Paix

    Rue_de_la_Paix VFG Member

    For some reason they remind me of Mummers costumes. Maybe 1970s era, but I am not at all sure on the dating.
     
  5. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    Francis,
    Thank you, I'll take zipper photos.
     
  6. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    Barbara,
    Thank you--but what are Mummers?
     
  7. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    Never mind, I looked it up. I feel silly, I've never heard of it before. I'm in Nevada with Burning Man and casinos...
     
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  9. Rue_de_la_Paix

    Rue_de_la_Paix VFG Member

    The Mummers should parade through Burning Man! Now THAT would be a sight. Pretty cool, actually. They would have a lot of competition for outrageous costumes.
     
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  10. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

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  11. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    OK, here are the zipper photos. One Talon nylon, two Talon metal, one Best metal. Thank you!
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  12. Marzilli_Vintage

    Marzilli_Vintage VFG Member

    The Talon on the lower left looks 1960's, the others 1970's.
     
  13. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    Thanks so much, Francis!
     
  14. northstarvintage

    northstarvintage Administrator Staff Member

    Whatever they are, they are great!
     
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    The Vintage Merchant Administrator Staff Member

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    Midge Super Moderator Staff Member

  17. Vinclothes

    Vinclothes Alumni +

    Thank you for sharing. You help keep us in touch with the world.
    Marian
     
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  18. Trish

    Trish Registered Guest

    Those lanterns are unbelievable! Thank you!
     

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