Vintage Inspirations: Strong Shoulder-the VFG parade for the week of January 9th

carla rey

carla rey

VFG Member
Vintage Inspirations: Strong Shoulder

Power up this season with the shoulder! that statement-making silhouette is back and bigger than ever. Think: elegant tailoring of the 1940s and the over the top 1980s ‘Dynasty-era’ proportions. Cold shoulder? Opt for sophisticated with a blend of fem and masc influences.

This week we’re rubbing shoulders with double breasted coats, hourglass shaped blazers and jackets, blouses, tops and dresses that accentuate the bolder shoulder. You’ll be head and shoulders above the rest in vintage!
 
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80s floral dress
 
Photos are clickable links. At MagsRags.net,

This gorgeous 1940s jacket from Lois Russell


Also 40s, a gab fit & flare jacket with unique collar from Nettie Rosenstein
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This silk dress is by Sue Wong, in a dramatic print to set off those dramatic shoulders


Nolan Miller knew all about strong shoulders from his years as the designer behind the night time soap Dynasty. This 3 piece skirt suit bears witness.
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And in my Etsy shop, a dramatic 80s day dress with jellyfish skirt panels by Spencer Alexis.
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All photos are clickable.
A 1980s rust top with patches and beading on the shoulders. At one time it had huge shoulder pads.
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1940s original pattern for a skirt suit, blouse, skirt and shorts
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1940s Vogue tailored dress pattern
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1980s unused power suit pattern
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And an iconic 1980s over sized jacket with huge shoulder pads
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I just LOVE a strong shoulder! (All currently in my Etsy shop.)

40s Black Rayon Crepe Gown with Beading and Fully Draped Skirt
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40s Eggplant Volup Shirtwaist with Matching Belt
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40s Grey and White Pinstriped Double Breasted Blazer with Peplum
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And, of course, 80s Does 40s:

80s Total Boss Business Red Dress with Double Breasted Buttons and Peplum
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80s Lilli Ann Blouse with Cross-Over Double Breasted Style and Important Shoulders
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1940s jacket pattern simplicity 1219

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1940s suit pattern Simplicity 2108

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1980s coat or blazer jacket pattern Burda 6466

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1980 coat or jacket pattern Ullstein 9591

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1980s bolero jacket and dirndle skirt pattern Burda 6269
 
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