Vintage Fashion Showcase

A collection of elegant vintage dresses and coats from the 1920s to 1940s, featuring fur accents and classic silhouettes, embodying retro glamour.

Clothing decisions (OV2019_460)

Happy In Sackcloth -- Balenciaga, inspired by the Paris vegetable markets, has used nubbly, loose-weaved potato-sackcloth as a new fashion material.And film star Gene Tierney has chosen it - in its natural shade of warm cream for the sports coat in which she is pictured here.The coat is double-breasted with flapped pockets and cuffed sleeves. The back is gathered into a half belt.Gene is starring with Leo Gennn and Glynis Johns in the new Antony Darnborough production 'Personal Affair' at Pinewood. July 13, 1953. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Woman posing in a dirndl (OV2023_16)

Woman in sailor outfit (EV004174_H)

Woman in elegant black dress walking down steps

Madeline Gibson in a hilarious costume she donned for 'Champagne Time' at the Cochran show the Trocadero in London in 1927. She is arrayed as salmon mayonnaise. Quite possibly the most original fancy dress costume you're ever likely to come across. Date: 1927

Portrait of a young woman standing on a chair and dusting a bookshelf in a sexy outfit (EV005181_H)

In the Image, coat from 1964.

Hollywood, California: 1936 Actress Lucille Ball, popular RKO Radio Pictures player, models the latest in printed linen for spring fashions.

Portrait of woman in elegant clothing

First Release In all Countries February 23.The Slink Line From London.Three Models shown in the Spring and summer collection of John Cavanagh, London, All in his new "Slink" Line Silhouette.Left: Beltless short Dinner Dress in Blue Black and gold tweed with a white pique collar. hat by Simone Mirman.Center: Navy wool dress with half belt trimmed with white pique bow, and a roll collar of white pique high in front and dipping behind. Hat by Simone Mirman.Right: Blue Grey Tweed suit, with back Pleat in skirt to allow Movement. Hat by Mirman. February 23, 1955. (Photo by Associated Press Photo)

Fashion model posing in winter clothes, studio shot

Evening Dress. 1955

Anefo photo collection. Fashion show. June 6, 1946

Poll photo collection. Advertising photography. Model with an ingenious hairstyle. February 1940

Studio portrait of elegant woman

Ballerina having costume mishap (EV004504_H)

Anefo photo collection. Grand Gala du Disque in the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Fashion of the French Couturier Yves Staint-Laurent. October 2, 1966. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

1880s 1890s NELLIE BLY / ELIZABETH JANE COCHRAN LOOKING AT CAMERA WAVING HAT DEPARTING ON 72 DAY WORLD ROUND TRIP IN 1889

Fashionable dog walker (EV007889_H)

Portrait of woman in elegant clothing, 1942

Model Jennifer is nearly three inches less all round than Mrs. Average, whose outline is shown around Jennifer here are Jennifer's measurements and how much less each is Mrs. Average's: But 34in. (2½in. less), waist 23 in. (3.9 in) hips 35 in. (3.4in). Jennifer is, however, three inches taller than Mrs. Average's 5ft. 3in. January 20, 1954. (Photo by Daily Mirror).

1930S Woman Wearing A Striped Halter Top & Wide Brim Striped Straw Hat Looking Over Shoulder

1910S 1920S Young Woman Costume With Shamrocks On Hat Irish Flag In Background

Elegant vintage fashion with a sophisticated hat and tailored suit.

In the Image, hat from 1931, model by Jane France.

In the Image, blouse from 1946.

Poll photo collection. Fashion photography. Child in knitted tyrolean package. 1939

Portrait of woman in costume with clown hat (EV004194_H)

1930s PORTRAIT SMILING BRUNETTE WOMAN WEARING STRIPED HALTER TOP SHORTS AND ESPADRILLE SANDALS LOOKING AT CAMERA

Vintage Photograph. Young woman wears graduation cap and gown while leaning forward onto podium.

Sabina, model, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

1950S Girl Play Dress Up In Her Mothers Clothes Hat Glasses Spectacles Facial Expression Role Playing Age Aging

Marlene Dietrich, Actress, (1901-1992)

Version one : Full, gathered skirt teamed with a matching jacket blouse to make a travelling outfit. July 23, 1954.

London's Designers Show Their Spring Collections -- A novel effect from Digby Morton, of London. Blazers, casually tailored in boldly striped material, can be worn in town or country, and a change from the conventional jacket. These are in a striking navy-blue and white stripes, over a slim navy dress. February 23, 1955. (Photo by Sports & General Press Agency Limited).

Poll photo collection. Travel to Poland. Dancer with cigarette between the scenes of the scenic in Teatr Wielki. 1934. Poland, Warsaw

Studio shot of fashion model posing in elegant clothing

Rome. Barcaccia. September 1953. 1950's Style

Tailleur. 1950's Style

1940s FASHIONABLE TALL SLENDER BRUNETTE WOMAN WEARING PRINT DRESS WITH WHITE COLLAR GLOVES AND PERKY HAT WITH ATTACHED NET VEIL

Young woman trying on a skirt (EV004891_H)

The "Elongated Look" In The New Spring Collections -- A novel summer frock or beach dress featuring the new "elongated line".The dress is of poplin, with Kangaroo pockets. The collar high in front, dips low at the back. Shown by Herbert Sidon, of London, in his new spring collection.February 1, 1955. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).

Paris Designer Pierre Balmain - Fashion Show at 96 Piccadilly.The Reversable Waterproofs. Pierre Balmain with model in Jockey Cap. August 23, 1950. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture)

New Formal Evening Wear For French Army Officer -- Color is ***** stripe on trousers gold or silver ***** coat in the color of the *****; shoulder strap is embroidered ***** insignia denoting the wearer's rank and regiment. May 07, 1953. (Photo by French Embassy).

poltroncina per tranvai a milano, 1939

Pierre Cardin women's voluminous coat. It has simple lines, falling from the shoulders over the body, like a tent. Feb. 1959.

Poll photo collection. Fashion photos in Auteuil. Model in summer dress with hat. 28 June 1936. France, Paris

Utility Underwear- Clothing Restrictions on the British Home Front, 1943 A 4 year old girl carries her doll down a sweeping staircase. She is wearing a blue wool dressing gown which costs 24/ 9d and 5 coupons.

Elegant young man holding cigarette, studio shot

Sports and Evening Wear designed by Teddy Tingling is certainly having its effect. Above is seen a summer evening frock of white pique with washable gold thread trimmings. Sportswear fashions are shown below. November 16, 1953.

Polly Ramsdon a London model. September 13, 1950. (Photo by Daily Mirror).;Polly Ramsdon a London model.

Vintage Photograph. Woman standing wearing wedding dress and veil in front of studio background

June Dally-Watkins in a hat, guaranteed to take you back to the "good old days" She enjoyed a top reputation as a fresh-faced girl with a country upbringing. Miss Dally-Watkins was the first to open a charm school in 1950, and her model agency the following year. March 15, 1951.;June Dally-Watkins in a hat, guaranteed to take you back to the "good old days" She enjoyed a top reputation as a fresh-faced girl with a country upbringing. Miss Dally-Watkins was the first to open a charm school in 195

Vintage Photograph. Vintage glamour: woman in elegant fur coat exudes timeless style.

The hands of Carven. She has the hands of a florist and the sure touch of a person who can interpret line. September 08, 1953.

New York, New York: January 28, 1925 "Radio Rose", the brainchild doll of "The Lady Edison" Beulah Louise Henry, makes her broadcasting debut on the Gimbel Brothers Department store in-house 500W radio station, WGBS. She has a loud speaking unit in her bisque skull, the bell of an 8 inch horn in her chest, and a complete self contained 3 tube radio set in her dress.

Poll photo collection. Fashion photography. Stepdaughter Hans poses in a knitted sweater. 1932

For A Coronation Ball - Stately gown for the ball, to be seen by the Queen in a private showing by the incorporated Society of London Fashion Designers at Claridge's, Mayfair, London, this afternoon (Wednesday). The dress, by Michael Sherard, is in cream British pure silk, duchesse satin. November 12, 1952. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Relaxing in vintage style: cozy knitwear and a classic rotary phone.

Fashion at the Longchamp racecourse. In the Image, coat for the fall of 1938.

Elegant woman wearing an interesting hat with a veil (EV006936_H)

Erotic, woman in a revealing swimsuit, 1910s, exact place unknown, Germany, Europe

The Would Be Models -- Would-be models watch a posture demonstration. The future Mannequins are all between 17 and 25 years old. Leading Italian fashion houses have organised a school for would-be models. The course includes posture and correct showing of gowns, posing for fashion photos and learning the trade names of fashions in the French language. July 19, 1954. (Photo by Paul Popper Ltd.).

Model Jennifer is nearly three inches less all round than Mrs. Average, whose outline is shown around Jennifer here are Jennifer's measurements and how much less each is Mrs. Average's: But 34in. (2½in. less), waist 23 in. (3.9 in) hips 35 in. (3.4in). Jennifer is, however, three inches taller than Mrs. Average's 5ft. 3in. January 20, 1954. (Photo by Daily Mirror).

New York, New York: 1925. Stage and silent film actresses at the Hotel Astor. Francine Larrimore and Sigruid Holmquist holding hands at the famous annual Equity Ball held in New York city.

Military Hat -- Black velvet trimmed with braid and clusters of ***** fringe at the front of the crown make this ***** military hat worn by Marguerite Churchill. March 16, 1936.

12/31/1930. In the Image, the actress Eve Von Berner with Blanche model Gloves.

Vintage bridal fashion (OV2019_14)

Portrait of a woman with a feathered hat (EV005046_H)

1940s BLOND WOMAN LOOKING OFF TO SIDE WEARING PERSIAN LAMB COAT CLUTCHING HAND BAG FASHION NOIR

Pin curls (OV2019_487)

Black velvet, trimmed with diamante and lined with gauze, is fashion's answer to the smog mask.It has a matching hat. November 08, 1953. (Photo by The Associated Press Ltd.).;Black velvet, trimmed with diamante and lined with gauze, is fashion's answer to the smog mask.It has a matching hat.

Woman. make up.

Model with a coat, female fashion, December 4, 1947, Genoa, Italy, 20th century.

Portrait of woman in elegant clothing

Tall Girls Want Glamor -- The most unusual club girls how to achieve Manufactures who make no provision for tall women are being gently prodded by the Tall Girls' Club of Melbourne, Vic. They are achieving results, too. Shoemakers are turning out more attractive shoes in 6½ to 9 sizes than before. A Melbourne store has set aside a tall girls' nook in the shoe department. Club president Marea Maher is 5ft 9½in tall. Members must be at least 5ft 9in. A year ago she collected a couple of her loft

03/31/1959. Dior fashion show held at the Liria Palace organized by the Duchess of Alba to benefit the Salesian Schools of Francos Rodríguez. In the Image, the Model "Vedette" D Elacasa Dior, the Argentine Kouka.

Illustration showin a black lace straw Ascot hat, it's large crown swathed with net, 1955. Date: 1955

Poll photo collection. Party of Sainte Cathérine in Paris, the public holiday of the French fashion houses on November 25. Mademoiselle Suzanne carries the hat with which she has been elected to Queen of the Cathérinettes. 1950-1955}. France Paris

Poll photo collection. Fashion photography. Miss France with winter hats from Helene Sorbier, July 1936 - Small velvet hat. July 1, 1936. France, Paris

Anefo photo collection. Grand Gala du Disque in the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Fashion of the French Couturier Yves Staint-Laurent. October 2, 1966. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. Grand Gala du Disque in the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Fashion of the French Couturier Yves Staint-Laurent. October 2, 1966. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Dressing gown by washstand.The Museum of Costume at Eridge Castle, Kent. June 01, 1955. (Photo by Fox Photos).

Poll photo collection. Report photo model. Actress and model Cissy van Bennekom climbs over a fence. January 1, 1932

Model with dress and cloak, female fashion, December 4, 1947, Genoa, Italy, 20th century.

Portrait of a young woman holding a handle

Poll photo collection. Fashion photography. Model (stepdaughter Hans) in a knitted cardigan. 1939

Anefo photo collection. Fashion show N. V. Berghuis Amsterdam. March 5, 1953

Knitting a sweater

Squirrel, an attractive lightweight fur, has always been popular with Australian women. Stella selects matching-color skins for a wrap. May 5, 1954.

In the Image, coat from 1965, model by Jeanne Lanvin.

Portrait of woman in sailor costume (EV003518_H)

Full length portrait of woman with short hair in beautiful long dress

Newport- Mrs. Whitehouse 1890 Costume, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

Anefo photo collection. Italian fashion show in Amsterdam Hilton. Knitted packages with star and nopgarment. June 19, 1968. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Greek Fashion Show in Paris. Photographs of Marshall Plan Programs, Exhibits, and Personnel

Portrait of woman wearing fur coat

Anefo photo collection. New fashion female KLM staff presented KLM main building Amstelveen; New is the cap that was replaced by a beret. January 21, 1975

Milliner

Poll photo collection. Fashion photography. Stay daughter Hans poses with knitted gloves and hat. 1932

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