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Joan Crawford Dress – by Russell Patterson – 1931

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Glamourdaze

1930’s All in One Dress – by Artist Russell Patterson – Well known stylist Russell Patterson designed this ‘all in one’ outfit for actress Joan Crawford. He is best remembered for his famous magazine covers in the 1920’s along with artists such as Coles Phillips and John Held Jr. This Modern Screen review from November 1931 was aimed at all…

1930s Fashion – Joan Blondell’s Wedding Trousseau – 1936

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Glamourdaze

A Sneak peek at a Hollywood stars wardrobe – 1930’s Fashion Report for Glamourdaze.com. For the recent marriage to actor Dick Powell, the delectable Joan Blondell ordered a most elaborate trousseau. The outstanding evening gown you see here, is of dusty green pebbly silk with an extreme halter neck line. Silver spangles outline the décolletage they are scattered in gleaming…

1930 Fashion – Winter Styles turn Russian

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Glamourdaze

Stand-up Collars – Flare Skirts – Tunics – Dolmen Sleeves – Fashion takes a hint from the picturesque Cossack – 1930’s fashion report by Jeanne duBois Shades of the Cossack and the Russian gypsy – according to what we hear over the ether, fashions have certainly gone Russian with a vengeance this year. There is the long tunic blouse with…

Ginger Rogers favourite shoe fashions in 1936

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Glamourdaze

Ginger Rogers feet are big news in across the globe – Ann Boyd’s 1930s’s fashion report for Glamourdaze.com When Ginger Rogers was a child her great ambition was to earn enough money to have all the shoes she ever wanted. She loves them still! Sometimes she buys a beautiful pair first and then plans her gown to go with them. In…

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1930s Autumn Fashion – Window Shopping in 1936

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Glamourdaze

Anne Shirley poses in popular Fall 1936 dresses – 1. Very becoming to Anne’s coloring is this classic 1930s dress in a new soft blue, shot with metal threads. Note the smart low neck, so generally flattering, and the jeweled clasp. 2. So popular are borders in the new fashions that this dress is important! It is of black crepe…

1930s Fashion – Autumn Dress Styles for 1934

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Glamourdaze

Actress Madge Evans models the new Fall suits – The ‘latest’ 1930s Dress Fashion in Hollywood land 1934 1.The black and white vogue always makes its appearance in the first new Fall dresses, and Madge Evans carries out the popular combination in the silk crepe frock to the left. The becoming collar and cuffs are made of pleated organdie. 2.A…

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1930s Fashion – Hollywood styles go white under the sun

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Glamourdaze

Hollywood Tries White Magic for Summer 1934- 1930s Fashion By Seymour for Glamourdaze.com THERE’S a childish lilt to Mary Carlisle‘s white gob hat with its navy blue streamers, but her reefer coat is nautical sophistication to its last nickel button! Mary has chosen her accessories skilfully – she matches the blue braid on her coat with a navy handbag, scarf…

Photobooth Women – 1900s to the 1970s

Posted on July 5, 2014 by Glamourpost

Photobooth selfies of women from 1900s to the 1970s- The first self portrait vending machine or “photobooth” was introduced back in 1883 by a Percival Everett. By the early Edwardian era – photobooth selfies had become quite a craze. They were commonly found at sea resorts. The first set of images found by Walter Plotnick is a touching collection of selfies by a young…

1930s Fashion – Dolores Del Rio – 1935 Hollywood Wardrobe

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Glamourpost

Five Suits worn by Dolores Del Rio in 1935 – Dolores Del Rio adorned the covers of most fashion and movie magazines in 1935 – she was considered one of Hollywood’s smartest dressed actresses and was considered the best example of “the tailored trend” Here are five reasons why! 1930s Tailored Suit 1 Travelling Suit – a gray “taillur” of…

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1930s Fashion – The Year of Wearing Trousers – 1932

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Glamourdaze

The aftershock of Marlene’s infamous Tuxedo premiere in 1932 1930s Fashion Report for Glamourdaze.com Marlene Dietrich certainly started something when she appeared at the opening of The Sign of the Cross, wearing a masculine tuxedo, wing collar, soft felt hat, mannish topcoat, and a pair of mannish patent leather shoes! If this controversy over trousers for ladies doesn’t subside, President…

Joan Crawford Dress – by Russell Patterson – 1931

1930s Fashion – Joan Blondell’s Wedding Trousseau – 1936

1930 Fashion – Winter Styles turn Russian

Ginger Rogers favourite shoe fashions in 1936

1930s Autumn Fashion – Window Shopping in 1936

1930s Fashion – Autumn Dress Styles for 1934

1930s Fashion – Hollywood styles go white under the sun

Photobooth Women – 1900s to the 1970s

1930s Fashion – Dolores Del Rio – 1935 Hollywood Wardrobe

1930s Fashion – The Year of Wearing Trousers – 1932

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