Saturday, October 31, 2009

For the chaps - military style






For the chaps - 1940s smart suits




Casual but smart - full white shirts, knitted vests


Single-breasted jackets and waistcoats







Fitted double-breasted suits (don't shy away from the pinstripe!)








Friday, October 30, 2009

For the ladies - 1940s Women's Fashion Trends

Military chic


Ulitarian chic - Rosie the Riveter/ Women's land army/WAF


Austerity Chic (mend and make do)

Swing and jitterbug


Menswear as women's wear

Hollywood Glamour




1947 – Dior introduces the “new look”