Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Modern 1940's

It can be very difficult to dress entirely from an era that was 70 years ago, so for this week I wanted to show the collaboration of the 1940's style with today's fashion.
I think this outfit represents class while still being aware of what is happening currently. 

First, I chose a fitted sweater with a Peter Pan collar which was introduced in the early 1900's and later became extremely popular in the 1940's. 

Next I chose a skirt that sits right on the waistline which is typically how skirts were worn in the '40's. This skirt is a bit of a body contouring skirt which is definitely a current trend.
I think the gold buttons just add a bit more individuality to the skirt. 

These are two different options for the shoes.
Black with red polka dot flat lace-ups go                                       I chose the light leather boots because perfectly with the black skirt and red tights           BUT                    I thought they brought out the gold                   :)                                                                                                                          buttons really nicely.

 
 Colored tights are really making a splash this year which I'm really happy about because I've always thought they add so much to an outfit especially this outfit that is mostly black and white.
Lastly, I added a red coat to tie it all together!

I hope you enjoyed this post and come back next week for the next one!
Thank you!

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Late 1940's

So I spend a lot of time researching fashion from different time periods. This outfit is one of my recreations of the 1940's. For this I'd say it would be from the latter of the 1940's. 
 High waisted, T-length skirt :) Because  it is slightly A-framed and pleated, it would be classified as late 1940's. I'd say 1948-1949 :)
 Lace-up, thick heels, classic signature 1940's shoes!