Title: Blueprints of Fashion: Home Sewing Patterns of 1940s (A Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Publisher: Schiffer
Publication Date: 1997
Language: English
ISBN 10: 076430304X
ISBN 13: 9780764303043
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 358 grams

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A visual collection of the most popular 1940s clothing styles that were available in patterns for the home seamstress, featuring everything from couture to everyday workclothes, ensembles, sportswear, lingerie, and more.

Once upon a time, most clothes were sewn at home. Now and ever after, home-sewing patterns will provide the best blueprint to a time when suddenly everyone could dress like the models in magazines.

The most popular 1940s styles-from couture to everyday workclothes, ensembles, sportswear, lingerie, and evening dresses, plus toys, needlework and gifts-are presented here in 550 color photographs of pattern envelopes from companies like Advance, Butterick, Hollywood, McCall, Simplicity, Vogue, and others.

For the home seamstress, this will be a trip back in time. For artists, costume designers, and collectors it's an invaluable guide. The text outlines the beginnings of the huge pattern industry, its evolution and impact on fashion. A wide array of pattern-related items is presented including publications and advertising, display dolls, tools, and various forms of packaging. The pattern envelope illustrations are wonderful period drawings of '40s fashions.

About the Author

Wade Laboissonniere studies and collects vintage patterns and archive materials that document twentieth century fashion. He is a professional stage designer in New York and former dancer who keeps stepping to the pulse of his industry.

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