Corsets and Girdles- Oh My!

As a curvy girl (and singer who likes Gilbert and Sullivan) who has used corset and girdles for various occasions, I could appreciate the cartoon above that I found on corsetiere.net. This was taken from a page on "stout" women and corsets. I was surprised to read how prevalent curvy gals were, even in the 30s when I thought everyone was tiny, tiny, tiny and flat-chested. Perhaps I am just biased because I can never find vintage clothes in my size when I go shopping...

Thanks to the Glamour Daze blog for turning me on to the corsetiere site in this post.

Pictures taken from corsetiere.net

For the Boys

I haven't posted anything for the rockabilly cats in a while. I was going to write about pomades as my husband has about 5 cans laying about (He ain't no FOP man!), but I found this lovely post on Atomic Radar that pretty much sums it up. Why reinvent the wheel, right? (edit- I have linked to a cached version of the post as there seems to be a problem with the site right now)

Guys, want a vintage cut but not sure where to go or what to ask for? Or maybe you are nervous about the lingo? There is a comprehensive Hudson's guide on FTM Resource website that covers vintage and modern cuts, including lingo and what you can expect at a barbershop.

Circle Skirts & Petticoats Tutorials

What rockabilly gal doesn't love a circle skirt? I haven't met one yet and I am no exception. Circle skirts are flattering and fun! They are easy to sew, which is made even more clear in the article given by the lady who reportedly "invented" them, Juli Lynne Charlot. The super fun blog Here's Looking Like You, Kid has a nice couple of postings on the history of circle skirts.

Want to make one? Here is a decent tutorial on the Madame X website. The Whirling Turban website also has a nice description of the different kinds of circle skirts and how they lay on your body. While you are there, be sure to check out their delicious repro dresses.


Of course, if you have a nice full circle skirt, you need a petticoat or crinoline to go with it. Otherwise how will you achieve the oh-so sassy look on the right? The woman in the pictures is Alice Lon and she worked on Lawrence Welk (one of my favorite TV shows when I was a kid). She had an article in T/V. Guide in 1956 explaining how her mother made them. Pettipond.com has recreated the article here.

Both pictures taken from pettipond.com

What's On Sale- Gingham Dress

If I could fit into this dress it would be MINE, all mine! But alas I cannot so you my readers get a tip off on a sweet deal for a sweet dress. You see those flower designs? Yep, rhinestones are hand sewn on those babies. Sigh...

Details: Measurements: bust 40, waist 28, hips full, bodice 16, skirt 27, overall length 43, sleeves 5, shoulder 15.

$34.99 

It is on ebay with no bids right now and ends Nov. 16

Vintage Repro Labels & Decals

One of my favorite blogs Welcome to Deluxeville just blogged about Sweet Gal Decals, an online store that has amazing vintage reproduction decals and labels like the ones pictures in this post. There are labels for the kitchen, kid's room, bathroom and pretty much anywhere else you want to stick some ultra-hip coolness. Make sure to check out the kitchen linens page too! The best part is that most of the labels are only $11.99.


Hey brides-to-be, wouldn't these labels look spiffy on some medium-sized vases holding petite flowers? I thought so...