The Vintage Fashion Challenge

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Since I’ve been an instagram user, I’ve half assed participated in “challenges”. You typically do a themed/subject oriented post daily for a month. I’ve never saw one through. I’d add a post here and there sort of thing, then forget or just lose interest.

Day 5. Blue - 80s does 40s embroidered cardigan sweater.

Last year I noticed a few people I follow on IG participate in The Vintage Fashion Challenge. I liked the idea for two particular reasons. One, so I can see other’s vintage posts. I love looking at vintage pieces from the 1940s in particular. Two, so I can sort out what I am missing from my vintage styled wardrobe. That alone has been helpful for me to focus in on my “what to make next” list. For example, I didn’t have a solid navy blue skirt until yesterday and for about a year I wished I had one.

Day 9 One of my oldest pieces a 1930s Liquid satin bias cut slip dress with a lace overlay dress.

I also showcased a few of my true vintage pieces that I love.

Above my 1930s liquid satin bias cut dress with a lace overlay dress. I got it for a ridiculous bargain bin price. When I grabbed it, I thought it was a 1980s robe. (It was wadded up and stapled together.) The fabric felt nice so I bought it without really knowing what it was.

Day 2 Red - My 1950s Solid Red Silk Alfred Shaheen Dress

Above, my 1950s solid red 100% silk Alfred Shaheen dress.

I bought it at a local thrift store for $5.49 plus tax. This dress is simple but the perfect shade of red for my yellow skin tone. The fabric detail on the bodice where the buttons are is my favorite thing about it. I’ve had a handful of collectors make generous offers for it. However, I don’t plan on selling it at this time and I already have a Shaheen collector in mind for when I do.

As you can see, I’m pretty into this but never fear - I am still making items too. I had to test drive Gertie’s newest Patreon exclusive pattern The Artist Apron Dress. I’ll share that result in separate post.

If you want to follow or join in The Vintage Fashion Challenge, my public IG is: www.instagram.com/thea_starr/

xo-Thea