Magpie's Old Clothes



1940s Steely Blue and Black Gingham Rayon Dress
Item Number: DRESS90416
COST: $55.00 SALE $45
Measures:
  • Bust: 33
  • Waist: 25
  • Hip: free
  • Shoulder: 14
  • Shoulder to Waist: 15.5
  • Waist to Hem: 31
  • Lower Width: 125
  • Tag: none-homesewn
Condition: This dress is out of this world -- and you darlin' are lucky enough to fit it! Made of lightweight woven gingham taffeta/rayon, dress is sleevless with short ruffle collar and fabric covered buttons down the front. Nice and full 6 panel skirt with gathers at the waist. Dress shows an absolute minimum of wear -- nothing out of the ordinary for vintage -- no holes in the body of the dress and the fabric covered buttons are not frayed.


1940s Novelty Print Rayon Crepe Dress
Item Number: DRESS93224
COST: $70.00 SALE 50
Measures:
  • Bust: 32
  • Waist: 24
  • Hip: free
  • Shoulder: 15
  • Shoulder to Waist: 16
  • Waist to Hem: 30
  • Lower Width: 100
  • Tag: none
Condition: This dress is out of this world! Made of a novelty print in rayon crepe -- with the most delightful print of suns and moons on it in bright happy colors! Side metal zip and fabric covered front buttons. Shirtwaist styled, with short sleeves and a peter-pan collar. Sadly the dress is not perfect. The skirt has a number of pin holes around the hem and a few on the back of the bodice, but otherwise the fabric is solid, not weak or dry-rotted, overall in good condition and well worth the price for the unique fabric the seamstress used for the dress.



Lovely Sheer Green Day Dress

Item Number: DRESS83250

COST: $50.00 SALE 40

Measures

  • Bust: 32
  • Waist: 24
  • Hip: 38
  • Shoulder: 13
  • Shoulder to Waistline: 15.5
  • Waist to Hem: 31
  • Lower Width: 110

Description: Unique sheer green and white branch like print dress -- sleevless with a multi tiered wide pleated skirt. Coordinating belt and side metal zip. Most likely home sewn. Overall in veryu good condition, there is slight pulling on the bodice darts just above the waistline seam -- otherwise the dress is free from wear and any holes or other pulls on the fabric and seams. A marvelous dress for this spring!




Sheer Striped Evening Dress
Item Number: DRESS92042
COST: $95.00 SALE 75
Measures:
  • Bust: 30
  • Waist: 22
  • Hip: free
  • Shoulder: 15
  • Sleeve: 15
  • Back of Neck to Waist: 14
  • Waist to Hem: 27
  • Lower Width: frigggin' full
  • Tag: Miss Jane Junior Original
Condition: ohmygosh! What a fantastic dress! Made of crepe it is an offwhite with "smeared ink" navy blue stripes. Front buttons, short puffy sleeves, full cut on the bias skirt. Unlined. Fabric is so light an airy that in the summertime it will be like wearing nothing at all! Don't let this beauty pass you by. Minimal wear to the dress


1940s Cream Pure Linen Front Button Day Dress
Item Number: DRESS32554
COST: $70.00 SALE 50
Measures:
  • Bust: 34
  • Waist: 26
  • Hip: 36/38
  • Shoulder: 14.5
  • Shoulder to Waist: 16
  • Waist to Hem: 31
  • Lower Width: 54
  • Tag: Nardis of Dallas -- 100% Pure Imported Linen
Condition: This dress is fantastic! Made of a cream color linen with chocolate brown contrast collar and cuffs. Mother of pearl buttons up the front and has the matching belt! Dress shows an absolute minimum of wear, the neckline and underarms are spotless! Solid in fabric and construction -- clean and ready to wear, you can't miss with this beauty!


1940s White Rayon Top and Skirt
Item Number: WED8849
$50.00 SALE 40
Measures:
  • Bust: 34
  • Waist: 26
  • Hips: 36
  • Shoulder to Hem Top: 20
  • Skirt length: 25 (with a 4 inch hem)
  • Shoulder: 14
  • Lower Width: 42
  • Tag: Majestic
Description: What about this -- a white rayon sleeveless top and skirt for your wedding day? Made of a white rayon, both are unlined, and you will need a slip. Blouse buttons up the back and the skirt has a side metal zip. Some one took up the hem, so the skirt can be let out if you like longer skirts better. Suit shows minor signs of wear, but the neckline and underarms are free from stains or discolorations. The fabric is not holey or pulled. This is the perfect outfit for your special day!



Lovely Green and Black Woven Suit 
Item Number: SUIT9304
COST: $85.00 SALE 65
Measures:
  • Bust: 34
  • Waist: 26
  • Hip: 36
  • Shoulder: 16
  • Sleeve: 25
  • Back of Neck to Jacket Hem: 27
  • Waist to Hem: 31
  • Lower Width: 48
  • Tag: None
Condition: Nice medium weight (not sure as to what fabric, might be a wool blend) it's a weave of green and black in a delicate diamond pattern. Jacket is lined in black acetate, has black faceted buttons up the front and on the sleeves, and the coat has real pockets! Skirt is unlined with a side metal zip. This is home sewn. Overall in excellent condition, there are a few small pulls in the back of the skirt in the rear end area. And the top button on the jacket is missing. Otherwise I did not find any holes in the fabric, nor on the seams. Ready to wear.  


 
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