I previously posted about my love of clothing from the early 1960's and mentioned I was investigating my attic. Investigation complete!
Please ignore the goofy pictures- I am not much of a model. This is a Suzy Perette of my grandmother's. Its too big, but just darling in person. I am trying to root up some pics of her in it-apparently her favorite frock of 1963.

P.S. please excuse rather greasy appearance-

Edited to Update:
Apparently the LBD was my Aunt Trish's- she wore it when she was in the Miss Tennessee pageant (1964 I think). That makes sense- it was pretty racy for my Grandmother Faye.
Also- it's absolutely amazing how sizes have changed. I wear a size 4-6 depending on the brand and cut. The LBD was an 8, and the fit was snug (similar to how a 2 or 4 fits on me in modern clothes)! I asked my mom, baffled as to how tiny a size 2 would have been back in the 60's. She does not remember anything smaller than a size 6 then. I guess our clothing sizing was closer to the British sizes now. Interesting, no?
Hi!! Just found your blog through Caitlin's! I'm a Knoxville girl too! Always cool to find another Knoxville blogger...I'll have to keep reading!
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Those are both great! Take the first one to a tailor and get it altered!
ReplyDeleteGreasy appearance excused!
ReplyDeleteThe dresses are fabulous. I'm with Sarah - have the dark floral altered and wear the heck out of it this fall and winter.
Happy Weekend!
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