Nipped waist 40s gabardine jacket with beaded detail on sculpted peplum, collar and cuffs. Another gorgeous piece from the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE. Black faceted beads down front, beads at collar and cuffs and elaborately worked into peplum. One tiny hole in gabardine to left of placket at bust, a few beads missing on back. By "CHAS KUPERSMITH". Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 30" waist, 26" long, 24" sleeves $165

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Marlene Dietrich chic! Jet black 40s gabardine jacket with silk accents at tuxedo inspired angle collar and swooping, curved hip accents. Spectacular deco beveled plastic button at waist. Fully lined in silk, no label, a few picks to fabric at right shoulder, no other flaws. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 28" waist, 23" long, 22" sleeves $145

Ankle length RED crepe rayon 40s gown with pintucked bodice and dropped waist. From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE collection. Side metal zipper, no label, no flaws.  Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 46" hips, 17" bodice (22" to dropped waist), 9" sleeves, 58" long $245

40's swimsuit in shimmering, molten show-girl gold! Heavy stretchy, satin type textile in gold makes up a pin-up worthy 2 piece swimsuit with halter top shirred at center with back and neck ties,  skirted bottom. Lined with white brushed knit cotton, labeled "SWIM-EZE Hollywood Style". No stains or holes......wearable upon receipt! Summer sizzle! Click picture for more images. Top~ 32-34 bust, A/B cup max Bottoms~ 26-30" waist, 40" hips, 13" long $265

Pin up pretty! Golden yellow cotton 40s bikini top in halter style with sweet bow at center. Just the top, no bottoms! Lined in brushed cotton, ties at neck and in back. No label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. 34-36 bust, A/B cup max $75

40's Camp Fire Girl's Counselor summer camp shorts and top set. Blue cotton pull-over blouse with shirred shoulders and small collar, Camp Fire logo embroidered on pocket, Camp Fire Girl's label. High waist shorts snap up side, by Dodger. Clean, no holes. Click picture for more  images. Top~ 36" bust, 36" waist, 19" long, 9" sleeves Shorts~ 26" waist, 38" hips, 14" rise, 15" long $265

Sporty little 40's gym suit by Broderick Athletic Togs. White twill cotton top has peaked collar with N neck, short sleeves and left pocket. Top has a cotton strap that comes down from center of front & back to tie together below waistline, keeping the top tucked in for sport & play. High waist shorts in a heavier twill button up left side, self sash through loops buckles in front. Top marked size 34, shorts marked 28. No flaws. Click picture for more images of this rare set! Top~ 36" bust, 34" waist, 6" sleeves, 24" long Shorts~ 30" waist, 42" hips, 13" rise, 15" long $125

Delightful yellow and grey floral and brushstroke print 40s dress with fitted bodice, slightly flared skirt and demure bows at sleeves. Side metal zipper, no label. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 30" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 45" long $145

Divine black silk chiffon sheer 40's dress with lace shoulders and faceted black plastic buttons to waist. Side metal zipper, no label. Just add a black slip! No flaws. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 17" bodice, 46" hips, 47" long $195

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COMING SOON.... Smart 2 piece burgundy and hunter green plaid cotton 40s dress with peplum on blouse, rounded collar and large mother of pearl buttons. Skirt flares slightly, has side metal zipper and buttons. One eeeensy rust colored dot on front of blouse, as pictured. By "Modern Classics". Watch for details. Top~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 10" sleeve, 16" bodice, 23" long Skirt~28" waist, 42" hips, 30" long

Darling late 40s dress of lightweight acetate with all over print of soft purple roses. Piped in purple at neckline, sleeves and below bust. Slit at neckline with grommets ties shut with narrow purple satin ribbon (replacements as one original was missing). Rhinestones sparkle around bows. Center back metal zip, no label. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 30" waist, free hips, 15" bodice, 45" long $135

Dramatic persimmon crepe 40s dress simply shimmers with a show of perfectly plum beads! Knee length swingy cut skirt has pleats toward hips to give it sway, bands of beads add accents to sides. Peaked front peplum edged in beading, as is scooped neckline. Front of bodice sparkles with whorls or bugle beads. Small self belt in back buckles in center, side metal zipper, no label. Utterly breathtaking and flawless! Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 17" bodice, 4" sleeves, 42" hips, 43" long $235

Elegant black crepe 40's vintage cocktail dress with sheer insert at neckline trimmed with shimmering sequins. Fitted bodice with short sleeves, self belt and fit n' flare skirt. Side metal zipper, hook and loop behind neck. No flaws. Great vintage dress! Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 32" waist, 46" hips, 18" bodice, 8" sleeves, 47" length $160

Sweet classic 40's jumper dress for the lindy hoppin' honey! Soft dove grey lightweight wool with high waist and wide "straps", back completely covered to neckline. Seams allow skirt some swing, side metal zipper, no label. Subtle top-stitch detail on wide straps. Likely hand made but done superbly so! The perfect swing era dress! No flaws, black blouse not included. Click picture for more images. 30" waist, 40" hips, 42" long $115

Shimmering taffeta Indian Summer striped vintage 40's dress. Dressing gown buttons up bodice above sashed waist, hidden zipper below sash. Wide rounded collar, set in sleeves. Minor repair made to folds under left arm, no other flaws. Click picture for more images. Bust 34-36", Waist 26", Hips 60", Bodice 16", Sleeves 17", Length 52" $145

Late 30's to very early vintage 40's dress in loden green and cocoa brown plaid with feminine eyelet lace detailing. Yoked waist, cute white plastic buttons. Crisp and clean, appears never worn! Side metal zipper, no labels. Click picture at left for more images. 36-38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 17" bodice, 8" sleeves, 46" length $115

Smart 2 piece wool blend knit 40's dress with button details. Lightweight sweater top has low pockets banded in a khaki hued knit and accented with buttons, same color at cuffs with coordinating buttons. Wide ribbed band at waist. Skirt is a slightly flared cut, metal zipper in back, fully lined. Has been taken up and let back down, however lining is still shortened length so doesn't come to hem. No flaws. Click picture for more images. TOP~ 38" bust, 32" waist, 23" sleeves, 20" long SKIRT~ 28" waist, 40" hips, 25" long $155

Two piece sweater knit late 40's dress in grey flecked popcorn knit wool blend. Cardigan style with deep V front, wide lapel, bracelet length sleeves. Skirt has elastic waist and rib knit detail down front in three sections. By Kimberly Knits. No flaws. Click picture for more images. TOP~ 16" shoulders, 36-38" bust, 28-30" waist, 19" sleeves, 21" long SKIRT~ 28-32" waist, 48" hips, 25" long $145

Warm summery striped vintage 40's dress with cinnamon colored ruffled trimmed self-crinoline & halter bodice. By "PARADE". Skirt lined in a muslin crinoline edged in deep cinnamon ruffle that hangs longer. A gorgeous summer 40s dress! No flaws. 34" bust, 25" waist, 50" hips, 44" long $165

Click picture to get to the VINTAGE GOWNS page, scroll to bottom. Soft rose taffeta evening gown with yoked waist accented with fabric covered buttons....full skirt with appliqued braid effect done in ruched coordinating fabric.

Smart kelly green 2 piece wool 40s suit with brass buttons and detailing on belt. Dramatic, noir starlet silhouette withh wide padded shoulders and nipped waist cinched with brass studded belt. Pockets toward shoulder and center placket detailed with brass buttons, narrow skirt has side metal zipper. No label. Several moth holes as shown, priced accordingly....some stitches could conceal or a great piece for stage or 40s events. Click picture for more images. Jacket~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 24" length, 23" sleeves Skirt~ 26" waist, 40" hips, 26" long. $120

Chic swing cut navy blue gabardine vintage 40's suit dress. Swing cut jacket buttons at neckline with double button closure that slips through each side, fit n' flare skirt.  Labeled "GABARDINE by Chernoff". No flaws. Click picture for more images. JACKET~~Shoulders 15", Bust 40", Waist 42", Hips 48", Sleeves ", Length " SKIRT~ Waist 28", Hips 42", Length 29" $175

Vibrant pink cool rayon 40's dress with bold turquoise daffodil and floral print. Sleeveless bodice with half peplum wrapping across back! Side metal zipper, no label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. Petite size, measurements taken tight, deduct for fit. 38" bust, 28" waist, 38" hips, 15" bodice, 39" long $155

Swing era sweetie! Soft blue gabardine wrap dress by "JIG TIMER". Dress has front and back that come together with a sash inside that snaps to side and buttons together at side, decorative buttons on other side balance the effect. Interesting construction! A few light fade dots, hem looks altered and backed with a strip of flanne. A well  loved casual dress from the very early 40s, may be a gym uniform or sport apparel....much harder to find than formal wear! A great dress for the fan of pre war fashions. No holes, clean and wearable as is. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 42" long $110

Perky 40s day dress in soft green with angled white stripes. Angle kimono sleeves, wide lapels. Sash at waist, only long enough to knot. Tiny white spot at waist, click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 44" hips, 16" bodice, 44" long $68

Sweet 40's day dress in green awning stripes. Horizontal stripes in graduated widths, nipped waist with side metal zip. Angled kimono sleeves. Click picture for  more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 54" hips, 17" bodice, 45" long $68

Late 40s to early 50s pink gingham house dress or day dress with lace ruffle detail and faggoted open-work bands. Self belt. Short sleeves, buttons to hem with pearlized plastic buttons. Small spot on belt, no other flaws. 38" bust, 28" waist, 44" hips, 16" bodice, 8" sleeves, 44" long $70

Sheer plisse white late 40's dress with abstract rose print. Wide curving notched lapel, peplum at waist, fit n' flare skirt. Swirled white plastic buttons with rhinestone centers. No label, no flaws. 44" bust, 34" waist, 44" hips, 9" sleeves, 17" bodice, 43" long $110

Gorgeous rayon gabardine 40s blouse in deep goldenrod yellow with bold blue print of Olympic style torches. Rhinestone buttons, cuffs have double finished buttonholes for cufflinks. Collar has double buttonhole for either effect or a rhinestone stud, next button down is missing but if one wants to wear this starting with a V neckline as shown its a non-issue, and worth it for the print alone! No other issues. By "Reid & Reid", marked size 36. 40" bust, 34" waist, 21" long, 22" sleeves $65

Purple boucle wool 2 piece 40's suit by LILLI ANN. Silk satin 2 tone piping on curvy, dramatic collar & hip pocket flaps. Nipped waist, fabric covered buttons and peaked sleeve cuffs round out the details. Fully lined in silk.  Flawless. Click picture for more images! JACKET~ 16" shoulders, 38" bust, 28" waist, 40" hips, 24" sleeves, 26" long SKIRT~ 26" waist, 40" hips, 25 1/2" long $325

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Fantastic baby blue cotton late 40s to early 50s bowling shirt with HAMM'S BEER logo embroidered on the back. Front has loop collar closure and the name "Cecile" embroidered in red. By "Lady Holiday", labeled size 34. Click picture for more images. No flaws. 36" bust, 35" waist, 8" sleeves, 21"  long $155

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