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US Vogue March 15, 1960

Honey-colored alligator handbag. By Crown… Continuing clockwise, a tongue-and-strap opera shoe, like a glove, on a wedge heel; color: biscuit brown. At I. Miller Salons… Buff-colored lambskin gloves with a suede finish, the length matching the sleeves of the jacket opposite. By Grandoe. At the end of the gloves, an openwork gold necklace adorned with cultured pearls. By Imperial Pearl. Flowers to wear in threes—two turquoise, one coral, and all artificial, in a frank and cheerful style. By Trifari: two beige three-strand necklaces with golden highlights. By Dalsheim. Arnold Constable. Leaning against the handbag was a square of amber silk organza, checkered in white and topaz. By Echo.

Sac à main en alligator couleur miel. Par Crown… En continuant dans le sens des aiguilles d'une montre, une chaussure d'opéra à languette, semblable à un gant, sur un talon compensé ; couleur : brun biscuit. Chez I. Miller Salons… Gants couleur chamois en agneau finition peau de daim, la longueur étant assortie aux manches de la veste en face. Par Grandoe. Au bout des gants, un collier en or ajouré orné de perles de culture. Par Imperial Pearl. Fleurs à porter par trois – deux turquoise, une corail, et le tout est factice, dans un style franc et joyeux. Par Trifari : deux colliers beiges à trois rangs avec des reflets dorés. Par Dalsheim. Arnold Constable. Appuyé contre le sac à main, un carré d’organza de soie ambré, à carreaux blancs et topaze. Par Echo.

Like many others, Eleanor Roosevelt came to New York to do her Christmas shopping. Here she makes a purchase at the now-departed Arnold Constable on October 19, 1943 to open the 1943 “Do Your Christmas Shopping Early” campaign. The salesgirl is Waitstill Donaghy.

US Vogue October 15, 1957

Exquisite Furs

Beautiful 1928 Art Deco poster by Jean Dupas for Arnold Constable, one of the many vanished New York department stores.

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1960s Pink Salmon Stilettos Mid Century Mad Males Horny Fishnet

1960's Pink Salmon Stilettos – Mid Century Mad Males Horny Fishnet Pumps Retro Socialites Nautical Fish Scale Coral Texture Leather-based Sushi Heels

Slip into your favourite fishnet stockings since you've obtained your self an amazing catch! Flaunting their sea life like fish scales, these horny 1960s Socialites pink salmon pumps will remodel you right into a tempting mermaid and irresistible bait that your lover can't resist! He'll be casting out his wooer's web and reeling in your love. Making a pleasant present for a fascinating girl with pin up legs and a love for mid century Mad Males and nautical fashion, she'll be dancing within the midst of the pink coral reef in a whimsical oceanic underneath the ocean dreamland! Now you'll know what to put on in your subsequent sushi date night time!

In glorious classic situation for his or her age, these retro 1960s pink salmon designer Socialites stilettos present only a few indicators of wear and tear! The delicate textured leather-based fish scale exterior is almost pristine with solely a pair tiny faint areas of pure patina and scuffing; nonetheless, this mild put on is so small that it’s arduous to see even when intently examined. The inside insoles present some mild areas of patina as effectively that are hardly noticeable and the gold on black "Socialites" brand label nonetheless glistens superbly! The adhesive that after secured the insole to the within of the shoe has misplaced a few of it's capability to stay and maintain over time and is thus peel up barely within the again; fortuitously, when you place your toes inside these sneakers, the insoles lay flat. Lastly, the heel suggestions and backside soles of those sneakers amazingly have only a few indicators of wear and tear! The heel suggestions look flawless and the underside soles have only a few faint scratches from dancing within the swinging sixties!

Measurements: Measurement 10 M Insole: 10 three/four" Width: three 1/four" Heel: three half of"

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Deliso Debs Adagio Stiletto Heels

If you’re a Shoe Particular person, you’ve got in all probability heard the information…the Palter Deliso title is about to be revived…enormous information in sneakers! Palter/Deliso designs had been all the trend within the 1940s by way of the 1970s; carried by the creme-dela-creme of trend boutiques. Will the kids embrace this high-fashion title? Solely time will inform!

However, for now – this wicked-awesome footwear is bound to encourage drools, from collectors, wearers and simply normal shoe admirers! From the unique Palter Deliso design home, these "Deliso Debs" had been the peak of fashion within the 1950s. "How excessive?", you ask? Three inch stilettos…so sturdy and well-built! (You possibly can see that one of many heel suggestions is crooked…simply mounted, for certain; however my Nancy Drew senses inform me that could be a CLUE! So I didn't change it…)

The design is "Adagio", and when you may discover some pairs of Adagios round, I'll wager you received't come throughout any others of this colourful, hand-embroidered sample! They had been unique, as marked contained in the left shoe, to Arnold Constable, Fifth Avenue – the primary division retailer within the US, based in 1825!

Each sneakers are marked "Adagio" on the heel. The left, as indicated, is printed, "Arnold constable, fifth avenue"…the appropriate says, "De Liso Debs designed by Palter/Deliso". They’re marked dimension 9 1/2B (PLEASE NOTE – it is a US measurement, however it does NOT translate to 9 half of medium in present sizes…I put on an eight half of or 9 medium, and these sneakers are fairly comfortable on my toes! My guess is they might be nice on a dimension eight foot US, however I don't have one to strive them on). They’ve their authentic toe faucets. Put on is apparent on the outsoles of each sneakers, and there’s some effervescent on the instep leather-based. That being stated, they really feel very strong; and roadworthy.

The stitching is in fantastic form – tight, with no unfastened or lacking items.

Whereas I’m assured that these Deliso Debs have loads of put on left in them, I’m advertising and marketing them primarily for his or her aesthetic enchantment; and their collectibility. I can’t settle for their return as a result of sizing points.

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Arnold Constable faux fur coat | 1950s coat | vintage fur coat

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by ATFDC Contributor Barbara Collins

Given that it's an election year, we can't help but to start thinking about inauguration and the plethora of balls this town will host. So, perhaps the biggest question surrounding the (new) president’s inauguration is: What will the First Lady wear to the ball? No matter what she chooses to wear to the inauguration ball, the gown will always be criticized, discussed, widely photographed, and eventually treasured in the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. Thousands of people flock to attend this event and selecting a dress anything less than perfect is not an option. Her image in many ways represents America and sends a message on how the presidency will carry out and paints a picture of the First Lady’s sense of style. Here is a list of some of most famous and gorgeous gowns worn by our lovely First Ladies.

Eleanor Roosevelt - For Franklin Roosevelt’s 1945 term, Eleanor picked a simple yet elegant pink gown to wear the ball. Her dress was made out of rayon crepe trimmed with lace and sequin long sleeves, designed by Arnold Constable.

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Mamie Eisenhower - Wife of Dwight Eisenhower was never viewed as a style icon, but she made a fashion hit at the 1953 inaugural ball!  She wore a pink silk gown embellished with thousands of pink rhinestones! Designed by Nettie Rosenstein, the gown had a classic 1950s silhouette, with a stunning off-the-shoulder neckline, a formfitting deep-V, and full skirt fixed at the waist. To complete her look, she carried a jeweled purse covered with over 3,000 pink pearls and matching pink opera gloves. The color of her gown, which was known as “Mamie pink,” became the iconic shade of the decade.

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Jacqueline Kennedy- One of the stylish First Ladies of all time caught the eyes of every woman when she wore her Ethel Frankau of Bergdorf Custom Salon custom design gown to the inaugural ball in 1961. She actually pitched ideas to the designer to design the off white sleeveless gown made of silk chiffon with a matching cape. Under the chiffon covering, is a strapless bodice decorated in brilliants and sewed with silver thread. She not only became a fashion symbol to women in the United States, but all over the world.

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Nancy Reagan- For Ronald Reagan’s 1981 inauguration, Nancy Reagan wore a white one-shoulder lace satin sheath with crystal beads by James Galanos. Her dress was highly criticized because it was “too glamorous” since at the time the economy was entering a recession, but she believed it was time to bring glamour back to the White House.

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Laura Bush- Oscar de la Renta created an ice blue and silver embroidered tulle V-neck evening dress for Mrs. Bush in 2005. The gown was youthful and feminine and fit her body beautifully.

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Michelle Obama- Like many of the First Ladies, Michelle Obama decided not to announce what designer would be designing her inaugural ball gown. However, when she appeared at the Neighborhood Ball in 2009, everyone was in awe. Michelle Obama chose a soft white, one- shoulder gown, designed by 26-year old designer, Jason Wu. After showcasing the dress to thousands of people, Wu’s clientele skyrocketed and a fashion icon was born!

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  Which gown is your favorite? Visit the Smithsonian’s First Ladies Collection in Washington, D.C. today! Smithsonian Institution| 1120 19th Street Northwest #700 | Washington, DC

  Barbara is a sophomore at Old Dominion University, majoring in International Studies with a minor in Fashion Merchandising. She also writes for CocoKouture Magazine and would love to pursue a career in the fashion industry as a writer for a top fashion magazine.