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Hello newbie here and still learning a lot about Vintage in particular dating items ... I am of the understanding if something reads made in China then it is probably not vintage, but not always the case. Please can you help me with dating this lovely silk blouse? Thank you x

Can anyone tell me anything about this vintage made in the USA sweater with a primitive nature loving hippie look. It looks like it was made to shock anyone who came across the woman wearing it. I can only describe it as a "Wild Nature Looking Open Knit Long Hair Shaggy Raggy Fringed Hippie...

Hi VFG friends! I purchased a gorgeous hand painted skirt this weekend at an estate sale and am having a tough time researching it. Would love to hear any thoughts on the era, artist/designer, or any other insights that come to mind! Looking forward to hearing what y'all think. Thanks! -M

Hi VFG Community! Hoping y'all can help me identify a few specs on this crazy great skirt I've come into possession of. The label reads "De De Haute Couture Buenos Aires" and I'm curious to know a bit more about the designer, estimated production dates, fabric, and the specific terminology for...

Ok.. I know I've said this before but I found another dream dresses today and I'm so eager to learn and know everything about it. Hoping to hear your gorgeous thoughts on what fabrics might have been used to construct this thing in my living room that keeps making me drool and any dressmakers...

Hi everyone! I recently found this charming geometric cotton print for sale, but I don’t know enough about vintage prints to tell its provenance. Can anyone shed light on its age and possibly an explanation of how you know? (Full disclosure: I’m looking specifically for fabric that would be...

First off, I know very little about the subject, but this piece was so beautifully made I had to rescue it from the thrift store. Going by helpful guides I'd guess it's 1950s. It's very heavy material, I think handmade, and has a single label from Blum's Vogue Chicago. Then in my research I...

Textile 101: Warp x Weft Sat. Sept 14: 10.30am How does a sheep's wooly coat become beautiful wool coating? Why does silk have sheen? And (the big question) what is rayon? Geana will share the process from fiber to fabric. This is a hands-on workshop, where you'll create your own swatch book...

Found this “Tropicana originals” Hawaiian muumuu and need help identifying fabric. It’s a very distinct texture, almost feels like canvas. Feels sort of heavy on. Any ideas? I’m thinking it’s from the 70s but if y’all disagree let me know. See photos.

I have guessed these small prints are from men's shirts, women's blouses, perhaps even handkerchiefs. The fabrics are all cotton, meticulously hand sewn together. Top has been washed, and fabrics are slightly fragile. I feel like they may be from the 1920's, but perhaps even older? Please...

I have a thing for 100% linen in the Summer. Is there a resource for 100% linen specifically. Timeline for somewhat quality? I find the older made better for instance. Specific labels or where made? Thanks for any information.

Hi, I am seeking any information on this wonderful Victorian (update: it's actually 1900s) black jacket. The bodice is mainly silk with braided embellishments. The sleeves are silk damask with a starred cotton lining. There are a plethora of hooks along the inside of the waist-I imagine that...

Hello, I am new to the VFG forums. I have been collecting for around 25 years (since I was about 15) and I am currently selling most of my collection online. I have hit a wall with faux fur fabrics. There is a type of fabric that I am very familiar with from 20s/30s garments. It consists of a...

https://vintagefashionguild.org/fabric-resource/silk-noil/ Looking for this fabric but there are sooooo many variations. The pic in the link which is the representation here on Vintage Fashion Guild is exact but I've searched and searched and I can't locate it. (I would have posted the pic but...

Found this lilli ann knits coat in grandma's estate no unlabeled aside from designer. Does the knit mean that the fabric is knit? Very heavy like wool. No size label either. Is this common? 1960's would be my guess based on when grandma would have worn something like this. However, it is in...

Hi. I'm a new member to VFG, but I've been a hobby re-seller for years. I made the treasure find of all my finds recently - a vintage Vicuna coat. I didn't even know what it was in the store, just that it felt lovely. It's a beautiful black swing coat, ladies, about a modern size 2 petite. It...

Hi everyone! I picked up this dress over the weekend but there are a few things about it that confuse me. I was hoping it would be a 40s era cotton dress, but I feel like the sleeves are too short? No shoulder pads. Also, it has pockets, was that original to the era? The print is interesting...

Hello, I am a novice at identifying more than basic vintage fabrics, so hoping I can call on your expertise(s) to help with this recent find. So far, the closest I can get is perhaps FAILLE....appears to be a blend of silk and either cotton or linen...Unfortunately, this site will not let me...

hello. Has anyone ever seen this swimsuit pattern before? The designer is Sacony and I’m certain that it’s from the early 40s but I can’t find much info on the pattern. It’s almost like a fish scale/mermaid pattern…and it’s either wool or a wool blend. Trying to figure out if it’s rare and if...

Hi, I need some help identifying this label. I can’t seem to find anything on the internet regarding it. The tag has been cut off, so I am unsure of what the material is. Thanks.

Looking for any info available on this jacket. Fabric specifics especially. Thanks

I have a crepe top, obviously inspired by Celia Birtwell, which makes me think it may be early 1970s. Does this woven label (see image) bear out my idea that it is early 1970s and not an early 2000s-Celia-A-Like such as those which flooded the high street after her Topshop collaboration...

Hi, so thought someone on this site might know the answer. What fabric is this cape made out of? I'd love to know. Thank you for any responses.

Hello! Can anyone help me with the dating of this and fabric? Nylon? Feels plastic like

Good Morning!! Looking for some info on a few coats my father sent me. I would like to put them on my etsy page but would like to give as accurate description as possible. I will split the two items into individual posts. The first one is a mens opera? coat. It was given to him by a friend...

I have this gorgeous late 1920s dress and I need help identifying the name of the fabric. It is a silk satin, either crepe back, or charmeuse. It is quite light weight so I'm thinking charmeuse. It does burn test as pure silk. The fabric alternates between satin and a sheer stripe. Is there a...

Hello All, I have a conundrum. I found this gold late 50's early 60's jacket. I know this due to the union label, found that info on VFG. I believe it's Lame, what do you think? Thanks much, Joanne

Hello! I found some Victoria Secret Label threads but was unable to come to a conclusion. Maybe this forum can help. I sell clothes online and was given this skirt. Here are pictures of the skirt and label. I am new to reselling, I am not much of a thrifter, and I don't know much about vintage...

Hello all, I have searched and searched for this label and have gotten no where. I don't know where you professionals gather your information. But, as always I'm truly amazed. I found a suit in green in the weave style that sold for $30.00 on Posh Mark. There was no other information nation...

Hi, I'm new but could really use some help in identifying some amazing linen pieces I have inherited. The first piece is a table or side board or even an alter runner for that matter. It's 106cm long and 45cms wide. It is white linen and has 21 cms of rust brown cross stitch on either fringed...