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| For the boys, Monolithic Studios' star Miss Gene Marshall as a WWII pin-up. |
Monday, May 27, 2019
On This Memorial Day....
Thursday, May 23, 2019
Wartime Chic
The stars from Monolithic Studios do their part to promote the war effort by making do and looking fabulous in the process.
One of the easiest ways to change the look of an outfit is with accessories. Hats in particular were consistently in the fashion news during the 1940s. Not only were they unaffected by rationing, but there is nothing like a new hat to lift the spirit.
Gene Marshall updates Ashton Drake's Lucky Stripe dress with a dramatic tilt topper infused with a dash of color. The dress was shortened slightly and the original side drape removed to reveal the pleating detail. Fur is from Hunter-Goldblatt Designs. Hat box from Robert Tonner's Brenda Starr Collection. Jewels from PD Root. Hat and gloves are from The Couture Touch. Floral accents were recycled from other outfits. Fashion Plot Gene Marshall is from Ashton Drake.
Little tailored hats, often accented with floral trim, were also popular during the war years. Madra Lord chooses one with matching leopard suede gauntlet gloves to accessorize the Town and Country suit from Integrity. Chenille bag is from Ashton Drake. Waist corsage and neck scarf were recycled from other outfits. Hat and gloves are from The Couture Touch. Spotted in Manhattan Madra Lord is from JamieShow.
Turbans were a fashionable trend with Hollywood film stars. Miss Lord selects a chic mustard felt style for her stylish tailored suit ensemble. Shirt is from Bogue's Vogues. Handbag from Mark Middendorf. Skirt and gloves are from Sandra Stillwell. Jacket, hat, jewels, and cigarette holder are from The Couture Touch. Careless Kisses Madra Lord is from Integrity.
One of the easiest ways to change the look of an outfit is with accessories. Hats in particular were consistently in the fashion news during the 1940s. Not only were they unaffected by rationing, but there is nothing like a new hat to lift the spirit.
Gene Marshall updates Ashton Drake's Lucky Stripe dress with a dramatic tilt topper infused with a dash of color. The dress was shortened slightly and the original side drape removed to reveal the pleating detail. Fur is from Hunter-Goldblatt Designs. Hat box from Robert Tonner's Brenda Starr Collection. Jewels from PD Root. Hat and gloves are from The Couture Touch. Floral accents were recycled from other outfits. Fashion Plot Gene Marshall is from Ashton Drake.
Little tailored hats, often accented with floral trim, were also popular during the war years. Madra Lord chooses one with matching leopard suede gauntlet gloves to accessorize the Town and Country suit from Integrity. Chenille bag is from Ashton Drake. Waist corsage and neck scarf were recycled from other outfits. Hat and gloves are from The Couture Touch. Spotted in Manhattan Madra Lord is from JamieShow.
Turbans were a fashionable trend with Hollywood film stars. Miss Lord selects a chic mustard felt style for her stylish tailored suit ensemble. Shirt is from Bogue's Vogues. Handbag from Mark Middendorf. Skirt and gloves are from Sandra Stillwell. Jacket, hat, jewels, and cigarette holder are from The Couture Touch. Careless Kisses Madra Lord is from Integrity.
Thursday, May 16, 2019
The Shirt Off His Back
Gene Marshall takes the shirt right off Barbie's main man and teams it with a slim red skirt for a casually chic look. Pulling it all together is the belt from Ashton Drake's Warmest Wishes with a gold-tone buckle added. Ken's sport shirt is from Mattel's 1962 Fashion Pak that was available in two color choices. The original buttons and snap closures were removed and a tiny straight pin discreetly secures the front. Accessories include a hat and earrings from The Couture Touch. Necklace from PD Root. Gloves from Ashton Drake. The skirt is from JamieShow's J'Adore Gene Marshall costume.
Cocoa Crisp Gene Marshall is from Integrity.
Sunday, May 12, 2019
Thursday, May 9, 2019
Twosomes - Color Matched Hats & Gloves
Distinctive styles personally chosen by famous Hollywood stars. Matchy-matchy never looked so chic.
During the 1930s and 40s, it was not unusual for manufacturers of quality women's accessories to partner in the dyeing of exact matching colors.
This delightful illustration from the editorial pages of the 1939 Spring Forecast issue of Vogue highlights a pair of Tiger-lily gloves from Kislav along with a Koret striped linen handbag featuring dyed to match handles.
Black is the perfect backdrop for accent color. Madra Lord chooses a pair of suede gauntlet gloves in a rich brick color and matching chapeau inspired by a 1937 hat pattern designed by Ruth Wyeth Spears. Suit, hat, gloves, belt, and scarf are from The Couture Touch. Fur from Integrity. Hat box from Robert Tonner. Cigarette holder from Mystyna.
Director Ivy Jordan selects a striking tilt topper with matching gloves to complement her classic tailored suit - 1940 edition. Suit, hat, and gloves are from The Couture Touch. Blouse from Ashton Drake. Fur from PD Root.
Sears assembled beautifully matched accessories in striking colors for their catalog, circa 1940's. I want them all.
Gene Marshall dares to flaunt her colors with a bold pair of suede gauntlet gloves matched to the feather in her hat. Shoulder cape, skirt, gloves, brooch, and belt are from The Couture Touch. Top from Ashton Drake. Portfolio from Mattel. The updated hat is from Robert Tonner's Arrival at Port costume.
C'est Moi Madra Lord
Pearls and Pink Ivy Jordan
Cocoa Crisp Gene Marshall
*White Orchid Gene Marshall is from JamieShow. Costume Credits: Hat, gloves, scarf, and crochet pin are from The Couture Touch. Train case and restyled suit are from Ashton Drake.
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During the 1930s and 40s, it was not unusual for manufacturers of quality women's accessories to partner in the dyeing of exact matching colors.
This delightful illustration from the editorial pages of the 1939 Spring Forecast issue of Vogue highlights a pair of Tiger-lily gloves from Kislav along with a Koret striped linen handbag featuring dyed to match handles.
Black is the perfect backdrop for accent color. Madra Lord chooses a pair of suede gauntlet gloves in a rich brick color and matching chapeau inspired by a 1937 hat pattern designed by Ruth Wyeth Spears. Suit, hat, gloves, belt, and scarf are from The Couture Touch. Fur from Integrity. Hat box from Robert Tonner. Cigarette holder from Mystyna.
Director Ivy Jordan selects a striking tilt topper with matching gloves to complement her classic tailored suit - 1940 edition. Suit, hat, and gloves are from The Couture Touch. Blouse from Ashton Drake. Fur from PD Root.
Sears assembled beautifully matched accessories in striking colors for their catalog, circa 1940's. I want them all.
Gene Marshall dares to flaunt her colors with a bold pair of suede gauntlet gloves matched to the feather in her hat. Shoulder cape, skirt, gloves, brooch, and belt are from The Couture Touch. Top from Ashton Drake. Portfolio from Mattel. The updated hat is from Robert Tonner's Arrival at Port costume.
The following stars appear courtesy Monolithic Studios and Integrity:
Pearls and Pink Ivy Jordan
Cocoa Crisp Gene Marshall
*White Orchid Gene Marshall is from JamieShow. Costume Credits: Hat, gloves, scarf, and crochet pin are from The Couture Touch. Train case and restyled suit are from Ashton Drake.
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Window Shopping
The Couture Touch recreates a spring display inspired by the wonderful department store windows of the 1940's and 50's. The mannequins, bearing a striking resemblance to film stars Gene Marshall and Madra Lord, have been dressed in their finest spring regalia.
The Costumes: Left - Shirtwaist dress is from Sandra Stillwell. Belt from Integrity. Gloves from Ashton Drake. Purse from Mattel. Right - Suit and jewels are from D.A.E. Originals. Gloves from Ashton Drake. Hat from The Couture Touch. Umbrella from Fashion Boulevard. A mannequin head, looking very much like star Zita Charles, displays a delightful floral hat from Hunter-Goldblatt Designs.
The Mannequins: White Orchid Gene Marshall and Spotted in Manhattan Madra Lord are from JamieShow. Azalea Ice Zita Charles is from Integrity.
The Mannequins: White Orchid Gene Marshall and Spotted in Manhattan Madra Lord are from JamieShow. Azalea Ice Zita Charles is from Integrity.