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I agree that it's a robe or house coat.

I agree with the suggestion of looking at old catalogs - and if you can post photos, depending on the items, some of us may remember when we wore that type of clothing as children - or when our children wore similar items - or we may have some old photos of ourselves.

As I remember, these were pretty sparkly. From my sold inventory:

These dresses were made in Honolulu and were sold in stores in Hawaii and throughout the US. I don't think they were distributed worldwide but I don't know that. I live in Hawaii and knew Mary Foster. Hawaii is a major tourist destination, so someone visiting from the UK could have purchased...

The Malia label was around from 1960 until the late 1980s. I agree with '70s, and think this dress may be from around 1979. (I have this Malia ad in black and white with the same silhouette on my computer. ) It may not be the same print but it looks like the same era. It is from the...

French Poured Glass and Faux Pearl Necklace - Unsigned Green Glass and Pearl Earrings - Probably Rousselet Both Personal Collection

If possible please show us a picture of the front of entire coat buttoned, belted, and button that shows the lines of the collar. The Burberrys label didn't change much so seeing the style of the collar and the length- even though it is a classic trench may help in dating it. From what I can...

Very classic. Can you take a photo that shows the collar a bit better. That might help with dating along with the length - and if it has a belt.

John Wanamaker was a well know high end store in Philadelphia. Here is some information about them from our Label Resource (on our Website.) https://vintagefashionguild.org/label-resource/wanamaker-john/ You can also check for Burberrys. If you show us the garment the label is in, we may be...

Welcome to the VFG Forums - Your involvement with vintage clothing sounds very interesting - and a bit different from the path most of us have taken! Please feel free to share your collection - and ask any questions that you may have. Please check the Inbox to the right of the VFG logo at...

Shoe clips have a prong like finding to adhere to the shoe. These are in my collection - they are Bakelite.

I would date it C. 1930s.

I have a similar purse that belonged to my mother - although I think it may have been her older sister's first. I believe mine is C. 1920s: Mine is fairly small and lined in dark blue silk.

'50s - beautiful!

Personal Collection - 1950s Brooches and Atomic Print Skirt.

I would say early 1950s. I am fairly sure that J-hooks were not used before the early 1950s. They were used most frequently in the1950s and 1960s. According to some sources Trifari first used a J hook on a necklace in 1947, but I'm not 100% sure that is accurate. You would be safe to date...

I have a wool gabardine jacket - (the red one I am wearing in my avatar photo) - but the reverse side is either covered by lining or it is self faced. I had a little battle with the zipper in the bag it's stored in. I'm trying to remember if I have anything else that is wool gabardine.

This is great! Thank you, Maggie.

I was in the middle of writing the message below when Mary posted the above. I agree. I live in Hawaii. I am not an expert on Hawaiian shirts, but I see them frequently. I agree with Mary that your shirts don't appear to be older. If you have not already checked the VFG's Label Resource...

It could be used for narrow throws, pillow shams, decorative throw pillows, slip covers, seat cushions, and upholstery on chair seats - or upholstery on a narrow settee - if you turn it. I've never heard of matelaissé used for clothing but it might make a nice robe!

It could have been the center panel in a bed covering - how long is it?

I am pretty sure that 36" wide fabric was still being made in the late 1960s, although most fabric meant for home textile use was wider - 48" or 54" by then.

I gave this sundress to my friend's lovely 16 year old granddaughter a week ago. It was languishing in my closet - and she was thrilled! For a formal picnic I would pair it with this white glass jewelry - personal collection; except for the bracelet which I regret parting with!

I'm seeing a cotton or silk faille, too - for the body of the purse but the decorative inserts might be hand woven -and look more like cotton to me. I have no idea about the origin. I don't see Chinese as much as maybe Thai or Indian. (Not my area of expertise.) I "doubt" that the clasp...

This is great Maggie! I don't consider myself an expert on fabrics. I consider you an expert! My knowledge comes from my many years working in the field of interior design and seven years teaching "Introduction to Interior Design" at the University of Hawaii (and a few years at Chaminade...

Thank you, Bonnie - I was so excited that I'd found it that I didn't notice that Barbara's has a stem. They are all lovely!

This piece dates to post 1955 because of the copyright mark. Thank you for clarifying the number. I found your piece - one of our members has it for sale on her website in a different colorway...

Please try to get a little closer image of the mark and the number on the brooch. (Or write out the number in a post. ) The Brunialti books date Boucher's work. I will try to look it up for you. .

Welcome, Halee - Please feel free to answer any questions that are posted and post your own if you have questions! https://forums.vintagefashionguild.org/forums/public-vintage-fashion-ask-questions-get-answers.39/

Welcome, Miss Pickles. If you have specific questions about vintage jewelry, please feel free to post them: https://forums.vintagefashionguild.org/forums/public-vintage-fashion-ask-questions-get-answers.39/ Please include photos of the front and back of the pieces and any marks - and we'll...