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  1. laurenm

    Help dating and 'typing' Wrap around Cheongsam

    Hello Everyone, Wondering if this is technically a Cheongsam with the cross over panels? Also, was thinking 80s/90s but wondering if it's more modern. It's sized XL with 40" Bust and 34" Waist. Thanks for any help Lauren
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    50s or early 60s for Harry Popper dress coat and fabric ID

    Faille! Thanks. That's it. So I guess I should do a burn test to check if it's silk or rayon? Also, am I correct in early 60s? Lauren
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    Dating Marching Band Baton Twirler? Dress

    Hi Everyone, Is there a way to date such a dress? I feel like it's 60s but really not sure. Thanks for any help, Lauren
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    50s or early 60s for Harry Popper dress coat and fabric ID

    H Everyone, wondering if this is 50s or 60s and I can't remember the term for this fabric. It feels maybe to be silk? Sorry if this is my second posting, I could have sworn I asked about it but cannot find it in my archived postings! Lauren
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    90s or later ? Ralph Lauren Skirt Suit

    Wondering if I'm looking at something more modern or am I correct in a 90s date on this? Thanks for any input. Lauren
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    80s 0r 90s Laura Ashley velvet dress?

    Not sure about the date on this. Label is similar to both 80s and 90s in the Label Resource. Any thoughts? Thanks alot Lauren
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    80s? 70s? For this little taffeta Dress?

    Am I correct in 80s here? Also is there a term for this particular sleeve/neckline? Thanks for any help, Lauren
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    70s or WAAYYY later for these Jo Ghost boots?

    Greetings. I have no idea where to put these or if they are modern? Any thoughts? Thanks, Lauren
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    Help dating Suede Bagatelle Pants

    Thanks Barbara, here is a photo of the suit that someone has for sale at the moment, perhaps this helps?
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    Help Dating Armani Wool Sailor style pants (late 80s?)

    Wondering if these are 80s or 90s? Thanks in advance? Lauren
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    Help dating Suede Bagatelle Pants

    Greetings All! I'm thinking 90s but not sure on these. I found a set for sale on Etsy that has a matching jacket. Thanks for any help Lauren
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    dating and help with Stamp for filigree brooch? Hat accessory?

    Hi everyone! Any thoughts on what era or signature this is? Thanks for any help. Lauren
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    Type of collar on this dress?

    Hi Everyone, I know this type of collar and it's completely slipped my mind....Bertha, Cape, Sailor? Lauren
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    Help with fabric typing

    Hi Everyone, I'm not sure what to call this very soft, almost gauzy fabric. Thanks for any help. Lauren
  15. laurenm

    Is this little skirt 70s? early 80s?

    Mary Jane, thanks....was taking too many photos and missed that!
  16. laurenm

    Is this little skirt 70s? early 80s?

    I think it says, Partine of Montreal, Made in Montreal.
  17. laurenm

    Is this little skirt 70s? early 80s?

    hi Everyone, Not sure about this little number. It's 95% polyester and 5% Silk....which is weird to me, but anyway, just wondering where to place this time wise? Lauren
  18. laurenm

    Tips on safely cleaning 1950s 60s bright colored cotton gloves

    thanks @denisebrain That's the direction my nose was taking me!
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    Tips on safely cleaning 1950s 60s bright colored cotton gloves

    Maggie, do you use any of the scented Eucalans? I want something subtle and fresh and wondered if you have a fave?
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    Is this a 'beach dress'?

    Hi Everyone, I have a couple of these that looks 60/70s to me and they are made of a sort of stretchy lycra-y like bathing suit-ish fabric
  21. laurenm

    60s 0r 70s nylon Peignoir

    Hi Everyone, Any specific place to put this. It looks on the cusp of the two eras to me, but I'm still often mistaken. Only label is "Made in Italy" Thanks for help Lauren
  22. laurenm

    Help with dating and what service is this Tails jacket and vest?

    Hi Everyone, I have no idea what this is or if it is modern or not. I have tried looking up the motto on the buttons and it looks like Clan Na Gael Onna Crelle which I think has something to do with the Irish Republicans....The jacket and vest look just like the "national dress of Scotland"...
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    Is this technically a Mandarin collar as it has a V-neck?

    Hi Everyone, Should I be calling this a Mandarin or a Stand up collar? Thanks for any help Lauren
  24. laurenm

    Help with Hattie Carnegie gown (50s?)

    The woven base layer has an almost linen weave feel/look.....could the top weave be silk? The fabric is not 'stiff' but it has alot of sturdiness to it. It's very fine and transparent.
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    Help with Hattie Carnegie gown (50s?)

    Here are some better shots in daylight....it is definitely two levels of fabric and it feels like a fine muslin but I am a fabric dunce.
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