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.