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I have encountered so many vintage lovers that can't seem to grasp that satin fabric is made from something. Satin is so lovely I can understand the feeling that it must have been bestowed by the gods. By approaching satin as a type of weave-the way fabric is put together with threads (fibers)...

https://www.britexfabrics.com/notions/britex-memorabilia/claire-shaeffer-at-britex.html?mc_cid=a55017bcd7&mc_eid=2eebe0e9d9 Claire Schaeffer will present a couture tailoring instruction and book signing workshop Marian

Excellent as always. I heard back from Britex. They charge $2 for each swatch. The smallest amount of fabric they will sell is 1 yard. They did not mention postage, but swatches would obviously be letter size and weight. Since you use all your senses in identifying fabrics, it is so helpful...

Just swatches for identifying fabrics, especially rayons. Marian

Britex, the fabulous 2-story fabric store in San Francisco is featuring wool gabardines and twills this week. When I hear back from my query about minimum purchases or swatches, I will share the answer. Marian

Maggie, you are such a good teacher. Thank you. Victoria, your questions are helping us all, thank you, too. Marian

I look forward to Marzilli_Vintage listings. I know so little about fine jewelry; I always drool and learn. Thank you. Marian

I am not knowledgeable about scarves, but the colors seem more 1960's to me. Marian

As I have noted before in another post, the admonition we got as children to not play with fire, really stuck. We are not recommending starting a bonfire. A tiny, tiny flame is enough-over a sink, a metal pan, a flower pot, an ash tray... Be brave, Marian

No help, but they are darling. Marian

Thank you, thank you, Maggie. I will be so happy if we can even get across the basic concept (except for linen, as you noted) that fabric names have two parts. Satin, tweed or taffeta is just not enough. You spelled out very well why it is important to know more. Fabric is made of something...

Congratulations on a great article about a great person. Please compliment the reporter. Best wishes for an uneventful successful recovery. Marian

I, too, see 1950's. Marian

Me too. Actually there is quite a bit of cross-over with clothing: fabrics, lace, embroidery, and much more. Also, there was a trend in the 1970's to make skirts from tablecloths, bodices from pillowcases, etc. Marian

Canada College (Redwood City, CA) Fashion Design and Merchandising fall class schedule: https://canadacollege.edu/fashion/courses.php sterm_desc=Fall%202021&mc_cid=9f3d43ca1f&mc_eid=2eebe0e9d9

Anna, how nice to hear from you. Marian

The fashion archetype is dead – Gen Z killed it https://i-d.vice.com/en_uk/article/5dbgpk/gen-z-fashion-muse-trend

https://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/bodycon-fashion-trend-report

Mid-back zippers were not used in the 1930's. Have you considered 1960's? Marian

Thank you, Midge, for keeping us in touch with the world. Marian

Link added to original post. Thanks, Laura, for letting me know. Marian

Many Britex (a fabulous fabrics, lace and trim store in San Francisco, CA) announcements are intriguing. I just had to share this one. They have a mail order department. https://www.britexfabrics.com/fabric/cotton/japanese-prints.html Marian

Wonderful! Yes, remove the neckline trim. If you have a dry cleaner you trust, and you point out that care is needed, it should dry clean well. Marian

Article about Halston...

In that time frame, men often held a tool of their trade in photos. Not enough shows in the to be certain of what he is holding. Marian

It loaded very slowly for me. I had been forewarned so I waited. Maybe a an alert? Very nice. Marian

It is so nice to hear from. You have been missed. Thank you for sharing your amazing creative work. Take care. Marian

One more guess. C0uld it have used to modestly cover some piece of medical equipment? Sort of lake pantaloons for piano legs? Marian

I think Lynne may be on to something. If the ties are long enough to tie around the waist, could it be used to carry dust cloths or sliver cleaning supplies? The heavy material was also worn by cleaning workers. A hospital housekeeper? Marian

I agree with 1960's. Nice set. Marian