1956 Friends in Dresses
Embroidered mid-century dresses in cool cottons from Carol King Fashions
Category: Fashion
1959 Hand Held Portables
A mid-century take on convenience electronics in this ad from RCA Victor and Miss Pat dresses
1951 Why Wear White?
A mid-century fashion article with a nod to the women serving in the US Waves Naval Reserve.
1951 Lastex for Swimwear
An unexpected image from the United States Rubber Company
1952 Hat, Gloves, Petticoat, Girdle . . .
This classic look was a lot of work in the 1950’s, but we love it today.
1951 Belted Romper and Sundress
Vat-dyed crinkle cotton in plum and pink.
1955 Catalina Cotton Swimsuits
Mid-century swimsuit ad with reference to Katherine Hepburn movie
1963 The Look for Evening
Mid-century maxi coats and separates for parties and dates
1964 Ad Henrietta’s Bridal
Impressive ad showing a mid-century bridal shop that resembles ours today.
1950 Floor Length Fancy Fur
Mid-century Fur Ad from an upscale magazine
1956 Red White and Water
What was a good choice for a summer destination in 1956? Florida–as suggested in the May 1956 edition of CharmContinue Reading
1963 Stretch Pants and Parkas
To celebrate snow in the mountains, rain in the valley, and the opening of ski season here in Northern California,Continue Reading
1952 I Dreamed I Won the Election
1952 Maidenform Bra election day ad.
1952 Padded Bra
Vintage Bra advertising at its best from 1952.
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