Circa 1940's

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Permalink Reply by Gizmos on July 13, 2011 at 9:39am

Here is my contribution to this group. This is a very vintage rayon Hawaiian sarong with bolero. Made by Kamehameha, I would date this to the 40's. It is in very good to excellent condition.

I have had this a number of years now, and am having a hard time deciding to part with it.....one day!

 

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Permalink Reply by valerie cifaldi on July 14, 2011 at 1:40am

Permalink Reply by valerie cifaldi on July 14, 2011 at 1:41am

i was so impressed i added the picture!

 

What is the fabric? barkcloth?

Permalink Reply by valerie cifaldi on July 15, 2011 at 11:11am

My favorite vintage fashion blog has great pictures of WWII era swimsuits.. but check out the cork bottom sandals!

Couture Allure Vintage Fashion Blog

 

Permalink Reply by Gizmos on July 28, 2011 at 2:20pm

This is that fabulous rayon.

valerie cifaldi said:

i was so impressed i added the picture!

 

What is the fabric? barkcloth?

Permalink Reply by Gizmos on July 28, 2011 at 2:21pm

Those are some amazing shoes!

valerie cifaldi said:

My favorite vintage fashion blog has great pictures of WWII era swimsuits.. but check out the cork bottom sandals!

Couture Allure Vintage Fashion Blog

 

Permalink Reply by valerie cifaldi on July 28, 2011 at 3:05pm

Wow, so silky not stiff. Even better!

valerie cifaldi said:

i was so impressed i added the picture!

 

What is the fabric? barkcloth?

Permalink Reply by Luv2LuvAntiques on July 28, 2011 at 8:42pm

Gizmos I luv your dress! Valerie thank you for the blog link! I'm now a follower!

Take care, Diane :O)