Happy Halloween

Adele Jergens, circa 1940s.
Photo courtesy Vintage Everyday

Autumn Gold

The rich, warm colors of autumn, when paired with black, create a striking combination. Two of Monolithic Studios' striking stars, Madra Lord and Ivy Jordan, graciously agree to model their favorite daytime looks for the season.

Madra Lord

Miss Lord pairs the gold blouse from Sandra Stillwell's "Cover Girl" ensemble with a black wool crepe skirt, and a luxurious fur cape from Affordable Designs by Denis Bastien. The gold lame purse is from PD Root. Skirt, hat, gauntlet gloves, belt, and pin are from The Couture Touch.

Ivy Jordan

Miss Jordan chooses smartly tailored pieces paired with a basic black dress. Plastron, hat, gauntlet gloves, belt, and earrings are from The Couture Touch. Dress and necklace are from Ashton Drake. Cigarette holder is from Mystyna.

Credits:

C'est Moi Madra Lord and "V" for Tea Ivy Jordan are from Integrity.

Gene Marshall Does Her Part For Victory

1940's store window display featuring Gene Marshall mannequins.

Miss Marshall lends her star power to promote patriotism by preserving valuable resources while building a stylish wardrobe. From updating existing pieces to creative accessorizing, the women of the 1940's were encouraged to do their part for victory.

Update a classic jacket with a new skirt made from old trousers.

Add interest with clever trimming.

Credits:

Miss Marshall's jacket, gloves, and handbag are from Ashton Drake. Skirt, turban, scarf, and brooch are from The Couture Touch. Halo hat is from Mattel. Fur is from PD Root. Love, Paris doll and Filigree Gene head are from Ashton Drake. Green suede tilt topper is from The Couture Touch. "Alligator" train case is from Robert Tonner.

Build Your Own Wardrobe was published by The American Thread Company, New York, 1943.

Change a Suit.....to suit any Occasion

It's time to fall in love all over again. Little worn fashion pieces can often be easily transformed to give them new life. Consider the original Sparkling Sepia suit from Integrity Toys.

Even a small change, such as removing the jacket collar, can yield a smart, versatile, and sophisticated new look.  Miss Gene Marshall, Monolithic Studios' star extraordinaire, models Sparkling Sepia restyled for the late 1930's period.

Fur-trimmed and fabulous! Miss Marshall is perfectly attired for an elegant dinner for two. The fur trim was recycled from A Woman for all Seasons suit. The removable trim is attached with a couple of Gene hat pins for added versatility. Floral hat is from First Stop Chicago, and cigarette holder is from Anything but Nice; all from Ashton Drake. Brooch is from Mattel, and gloves are from The Couture Touch.

A marvelous fur cape from Affordable Designs by Denis Bastien adds drama to this sophisticated traveling ensemble. Teal scarf with attached brooch is from the FAO Schwartz Exclusive Warmest Wishes by Ashton Drake. Hat, gloves, and belt are from The Couture Touch.

For weekends in the country, the skirt from Sparkling Sepia is paired with the top from Ashton Drake's A Lady Knows. The neckline detail was made from the original jacket collar. Brooch is from Robert Tonner. Fur is from Sparkling Seduction by Ashton Drake. Hat, gloves, and belt are from The Couture Touch. Handbag is from an unknown designer.

Credits:

• Star Entrance Gene Marshall is from Integrity.
• Love, Paris Gene Marshall is from Ashton Drake. She is wearing the Contessa wig from Monique in chestnut brown, size 5-6. Wigs and other doll accessories are available at the Facets Boutique.

Star Entrance Gene Marshall