Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Latest Finds


I snagged this late 1930s-early 1940s jacket a couple of weeks ago at Matilda's Closet. It had just come in the very day I stopped by, and Rose had taken photos to list it on eBay--but of course it "needed" to go home with me instead. The pictures don't really show off the deep burgundy wool crepe; the fur is a rich black as well (not sure if it is seal or sheared beaver—regardless, I have a little 40s tilt hat that will match perfectly!) It was a bit of a frivolous purchase I’m afraid, but I simply couldn’t resist such a glamorous little number!

13 comments:

  1. Wow, I love it-- what a great find! I think sometimes we have to have the item we love.

    I just got a great 40s suit, and am glad I did, because there was also a fabulous 50s dress I did not buy, and it was gone the next day when I came back for it!

    Maria

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  2. Please post a picture when you are wearing it as well!!!
    Maria

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  3. Joan Fontaine wore something *exactly* like that in The Women!

    Great find! Can't wait to see it on :)

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  4. I've had regrets before too--in particular, a pair of studded 40s platforms that were just my size. They were really inexpensive, considering what they were, but I didn't have the funds at the time, sigh.

    You'll have to post a picture of your new suit, Maria!

    Laura--I need to watch that movie again!

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  5. Wow, it's amazing! Good you snatched it up!

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  6. What a fantastic find, I really like the use of contrasting materials in this lovely jacket. I'm sure you'll look stunning in it!


    Big hugs,
    ♥ Jessica

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  7. Gorgeous! Yup! you know when you find a gem you simply can't resist, and have to dig deep in the pockets!

    XOXO,
    sYD

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  8. I LOVE that coat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  9. Yes, please post a picture of you wearing it!

    When you have a moment, stop by my blog...you have a blog award waiting for you there. :)

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  10. Thanks everyone--I will definitely post a photo when I wear it :-)

    And thank you Gingererlla--I'm so honored to receive my first award from you!

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  11. Hey honey, I have an award for you over at my blog! Kori xoxo

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  12. Two awards--wow, thank you so much! When I get back from my shoot today I will properly acknowledge both :-)

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  13. WOW. Sorry I missed this post before. That is GORGEOUS. I can't wait to see you in it, ideally wearing the tilt hat you mentioned. Exquisite taste!

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