Wednesday, June 16, 2010

1940's Fashion Designs for Sewing Patterns

I've been collecting every pattern cover I can find from the era, click on the image to enlarge it.   

As I was sifting through these designs I felt some of these were very 'mid century modern' or 50's.  Then I remembered by the end of WWII Dior latest design that was called "the New Look" began to influence the formerly masculine designs of wartime clothing. Which soon developed into that waspish appearance that is characterized by the 50's. 
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3 comments:

  1. Stefanie ValentineJune 16, 2010 at 4:50 PM

    Wow, that is a lot patterns!

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  2. Forties FashionsJune 18, 2010 at 12:00 AM

    I wish I owned ALL of them, but sadly they are very costly!! BOO!! I just have to settle for taking pictures of the covers on the net. The average cost of most of these was between $35.00 - 55.00!! That sure would add up.

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  3. sharonegoodmanDecember 27, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    thank you so much for sharing. what a wonderful collection. you should make wrapping paper with all of your patterns. may you be blessed to continue your special work.

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Your 2 Cents. If you have something to say have at it. But you have to show your pretty face and put a name to it. Thanks so much.