1940s : Fashions of a Resourceful Decade

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Black Boucle
Manufacturer - Davidow
Price - $350.00
Era - 40s

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Lilli Ann Spring Suit
Manufacturer - Lilli Ann
Era - 40s

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Lilli Ann Black Velvet Harlequin
Manufacturer - Lilli Ann
Style - Slightly Peplumed skirt suit
Era - Late 40s

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Lilli Ann Tweed w/Ribbon & Rhinestones
Features - Slight peplum w/hourglass princes seams, Gold Ribbon w/Rhinestones
Manufacturer - Lilli Ann
Style - Hourglass
Era - 40s

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Vintage 1940s R&K Original dress, "Personally Yours"
Smooth rayon blend dress has shiny round black buttons down the entire front. Deep black velvet collar is accented with brocaded trim. Three quarter length sleeves fold over at cuffs for a classy look. Box pleated skirt falls flirtatiously below the knee. Pretty posies in magenta and vivid lavender climbing green vines print this modest yet stunning dress in good condition.

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Vintage 1940s Spring party plaid dress
Dress front fastens with three large plastic green flower buttons and is open from waist down. Four large exterior pockets decorate the front. Padded shoulders add a feminine touch to this already flirty pink and green plaid dress.

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Vintage 1940s satin evening dress
Fabric has motif of blue and gray foliage on a cream background. Cap sleeves are accentuated with a violet interior lining. Neckline resembles bateau neckline with gathered v-shape. Natural waistline with gathered skirt that falls to the floor. Hidden zipper at side.

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Vintage 1940's midnight blue dress with elegant hand beading in bright white.
Beadwork forms an abstract floral pattern. Sharp v-neck, darted bust. Side zip, no stretch. Narrow cinch belt for natural waist. Front panel pocket with long arrow pocket detail. Pencil-cut skirt. Made of semi-sheer crepe with glass beads, metal zipper. Form fitting.

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Vintage 1940s copper colored Arthur Weiss dress with subtle black stripes.
Straight suit style silhouette and buttons down center front with cute fabric covered buttons. Has uniform style detailing typical of WWII period. Shawl collar and three quarter length sleeves. Hidden side sipper. Missing belt, but would be cute with black cinch belt. Probably of wool cotton blend.

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Vintage 1940's checked print house dress of quality textured cotton
Square neck with flap front & four button holes (with no trace of buttons). Very unique flap paneled sleeves & folded pleats at hem. Adorable chest pockets & two belt loops at sides.

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1940's Lyn Delle Hostess Dress
Extra long and luxurious in a superior, silky rayon screenprint of Pegasus covered in green, pink, and yellow foliage on a navy background. Raglan short sleeves are cuffed, while the dress is smocked at the waist for tiny gathers. The bodice snaps closed to waist and the dress zips down. The gored skirt of the dress fits and flairs in the back.

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1940's Top Mode Frocks Shirtwaist Dress
A simple style in bright pink and grey plaid cotton with a dainty rounded collar trimmed with a touch of lace. White pearly buttons run down the front with useful hand pockets on the front, also trimmed in lace. Ample skirt is cut on the bias for a full and rounded flow. Modest cap-sleeeves and a little belt with fabric covered buckle.

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1940's Black Silk Taffeta Swing Dress
Bodice has feminine cap sleeves and a lovely layered silk organza wide V-neck in beige, charcoal grey, black taffeta, in front and back. Fitted waistline. Zips up the side. The skirt is a wide, full-circle affair with six rows of piped triple quilting, which adds flair and swing of skirt.

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1940's jet black Textured Silk Crepe
Double-breasted blouse by Sis Originals with striped wide lapels, cuffs and very unique buttons, beautiful tailoring in great condition with only two very subtle spots on collar.

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1940's Silk Rayon Elegant Leaf Patterned dress
Navy blue with chestnut brown & olive green accents, zip-up front with elegant sash.

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Vintage 1940's golden yellow & black stylish short-sleeve war timer era below-the-knee length dress of silk taffeta with self-covered buttons, uniquely cut cuffs and side zipper.

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1940's Deep Emerald Green Sharkskin Dress
Unique diamond pattern in lighter green with dark forest green puzzle type pattern, flattering wide sash at waist gathers in back.

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Vintage 1940's hand tooled leather bag with zipper closure
Short handle strap on one end 10". Very nice cut floral pattern adn woven leather edges. Interior shows age with the dye faded, exterior is dark brown and with a rich rustic look.

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Vintage 1940's dainty crotched gloves
Label reads: Made in France M. Beige cotton thread crocheted button closure at short wrist. Delicate design fits small to small-medium hand.

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Vintage 1930's/40's navy blue crochet hand bag
Silk lining. Decorative handle with peacocks. Small interior pocket. Made in USA. Handle is plastic.

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