outfitquestions

Hello! I purchased this 1960s Lilli Ann set the other day. It has a few stains and smells of cigarettes. What’s the best way to clean this piece? I didn’t think dry cleaning would get the stains out, but I could be wrong. I do have a lot of special detergents and soaps at home that I treat my...

I believe that this jacket and dress date from the 1970s. I looked at the label reference and could not find a matching label. I look forward to opinions. The jacket has a sophisticatedbraid trim on the front with a half belt at the back while the zippers for the dress are very complex. There...

Hi there, I'm trying to date this amazing Pierre Balmain chiffon kaftan. I hope somebody can help me to date it... Thank you!

Hi guys, Well I bought this set yesterday not knowing anything about the designer (I’m in the U.K.) There are some loose threads and some beading missing and there are two slight stains inside the top which isn’t affecting the outside of it at all. So this outfit has seen better days and...

Hi all, I was incredibly lucky enough last year to come across a traina norell set from the 40s - 50s. It is not documented, and I have pursued documentation but haven't (yet) come across anything. i am wondering if this is something I should give to a museum. It is signed Traina-Norell on an...

Hi! I’m new here! Trying to gather any information regarding the Huddlespun brand and it’s age. I have a three piece in new condition, and have zero clue about it. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Hi! I found this awesome top and skirt and am needing some info. Can anyone possibly tell origin and date or help with any info. Thanks!

Hi y'all! I've come across this 3 piece set in an estate sale. I'm trying to identify the year (or general vintage age) of the set and hopefully a more specific maker. The only label is "EF EUROFASHION", made in England, which I've come to understand is a collective of other brands, not an...

Hi, I am wanting to make a 1930s style jumpsuit / summer dress, in a lightweight paisley print. I have found some potential fabrics online and want to see if I could get some feedback as to accuracy of the fabric /print for a 1930s style repro dress /jumpsuit. Pics below. 1st pic is potential...

Hi guys I’m new to this forum and wondered if you could help me with something, I found this dress and jacket to match by Mme Helene of Beverly Hills- does anyone recognize this label or know of the origin of this brand? Thanks so much! F

Looking for help dating this adorable 2 pc romper set I recently acquired. The playsuit is button up with shorts and then a separate button up shirt. No label, but appears handmade. Light cotton fabric and just so cute! It was sold as 60's but I feel like it may be earlier? Thanks!

Does anyone have an idea on the age of this beaded sequined burlesque / belly dance costume? I'm thinking 1990s?

Hi everyone, I’m just wondering if yous know anything about this brand (or if you’ve heard of it) i can’t seem to make out the label name! I’ve been trying to find something like it and I’ve honestly never come across anything like it! I purchased this off a lady maybe 4 years ago who said her...

Hi everyone, my first post to the forum after haunting it for some time. :) I have acquired a red Shaheen romper with the chopstick pattern on it. The lining is pretty dingy and I was wondering if there is any advice out there for how to wash it. Generally speaking I'll handwash in oxyclean for...

Hi all Elizabeth Ramos-Boyce here .... needing your help again. I did the research using the tools this site suggested. I’m pegging this play suit as 1950s. It has a metal zipper, no union tagging, just a sizing tag. It is embroidered as pictured, it also has a panty in playsuit. Skirt has...

Hello! I have a dress set from the 1940s that is a Jean Lang original. I can't find much on the designer. It's one of the most well made/detailed sets that I've seen. Would anyone know if this a rare set? Thank you!

Hello :) Any information about this item would be much appreciated! Thank you for paying it forward!

I am trying to make sure that I have accurate eras when I list something so that maybe next time I apply to be a member of the VFG, I'll be accepted. I googled and although I was able to find examples of Country Set by Margit, I wasn't able to find any compnay information. Who was Margit? One...

I apologize for the many request today, but I would rather be sure of my years before I make them public. Im sure you all know where Im coming from. So far, Ive been right but its nice to have that ease of assurance. But alas for tonight I have 2 suits from Pendleton. Im assuming the first one...