Search results

Regardless of decade, it is a flattering dress. I agree, early 80's. Marian

Welcome! Marian

I think 1950's. Marian

The zipper back reveals that it is later than 1930's. I agree that it is 1960's. Pretty dress. Marian

I agree with all of above. And rinse, rinse rinse. Also remember sun for all whites. Hang it somewhere safe from birds and kind of forget about it for a day or two. Marian

I don't see any buckles. Where are they? Marian

You have done a lot of solid research. Do you find how long the fur company was in business? I think the jacket is mouton fur from the 1960's. These were sometimes called "chubbies." Marian

I also see 1930's. Wonderful! Marian

So well done. Thanks for sharing. Marian

Yes, fox. Marian

I always wondered how they cleaned silk dresses in the past. I found this in a 1967 reprint of an 1890 cookbook published by the Idaho Historical Auxiliary, Boise, Idaho. Old cook books often included housekeeping suggestions. "TO CLEAN BLACK SILK DRESSES: Thoroughly brush and wipe the garment...

Maybe 1960's. I remember that daisy trim was popular then. Marian

Maggie, I wondered the same thing. I think it might work on a skirt, but perhaps not a bodice? Be sure to use fabric markers. The ink in writing pen often has some kind of metallic shine to it, that makes trying to conceal a blemish more noticeable. I have used fabric pens successfully on light...

Mary Jane, you have THE best coats. Marian

I agree with Barbara. I seem to do that a lot! Greats minds and such....! I have heard (seen) that type of front side closure blouse called an Armistice waist. Marian

I pondered on this dress. I well remember learning how to make scallops in sewing! Tedious. I too think it is late 1940's. Marian

Are there shoulder pads? Marian

Nice to hear from you, Emma. I worried about you. Marian

I agree with Mary Jane- Late 50's, early 60's. Marian

Black velvet, velveteen and velour are notoriously hard to photograph. Your photos are clear, but it is hard to see closures, if any, and shape. Could you lighten them a little or describe the coat. Pockets? Shoulder pads? Shape of the collar? Is it straight or does it flare at the hem? Marian

Thank you for this fascinating information. Marian

I would have snapped that one up, too. Marian

I'm no help with identification, but wanted to say that I once had some really stinky furs that I hung on a covered porch for several weeks and the odor disappeared. Marian

We have at least two knowledgeable VFG members that specialize in buttons and sewing notions. Marian

Its a small point, but I wonder if the buttons could be what were called china buttons? Marian

Thank you . What a remarkable well told and produced story. Marian

It is so hard to find everyday housewife workwear. This looks like a good example. I would date it in the mid 1910's, but older and conservative rural women wore similar dresses into the 1920's. Marian

I think the buttons are goners. Since they are an important part of the style, you may be able to find enough fabric under the hem (then reface the hem) to have new covered buttons made. After the buttons are temporarily removed, dry cleaning should work well for the dress itself. You will have...

Marilyn Monroe, it is said, was sewn into a dress?! I'm puzzling over no openings. I see 1990's, too. Marian

We appreciate your expert advice. Thank you. Marian