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One of my favorite issues of Threads featured a cover article about the couture construction of Hillary Clinton's ball gown from one of her husband's inaugural balls. A few years back, the supermodel made a splash at the Cannes Film Festival wearing a vintage Roberto Cavalli dress that had once been worn by Sharon Stone, and she has since chosen numerous vintage designs for her biggest red-carpet moments. Get instant access to hundreds of videos, tutorials, exclusive articles and more. Discussion in 'PUBLIC Vintage Fashion - Ask Questions Get Answers' started by Panopticon, May 10, 2018. Reward points cannot be stacked or used in combination with an existing promo code. Very similar but different underwires. Such lovely work. It supports the fabric and encloses raw seam edges that could fray. They were shaped like a long, narrow triangle; width at the top, tapering to nothing at the hem. This made the outer edges stand out, while the inner edges were hand gathered into a tightly bundled flower shape. Promotion cannot be applied to previously placed orders. "The rise of vintage on the red carpet can be attributed to more and more celebrities looking to have a truly one-of-a-kind moment," Seth Weisser, the co-founder and CEO of NYCs vintage store What Goes Around Comes Around told us back in 2020. Threads Digital Ambassador Gilbert Muniz shows how to apply pleating to sleeves. While processing a return via the Returns Center you may be offered an Instant Refund code. Australia Free Express Shipping Over $450 - T&C's Apply. Only once have I attempted to make anything with boning. 2022 The Taunton Press, Inc. All rights reserved. A smaller white label at back right of the corselet, reading Galeries Lafayette London. love that drawing of the 50's strapless gown very lovely drawing. Size not quite right? Super rare and Museum worthy vintage Christian Dior dress for House Of Youth Australia. Teaming up with celebrity stylist extraordinaire, Law Roach, Hadid chose a black, satin gown that was designed by Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior in 1959. He showed gowns that he had designed for Cher and Carol Burnett, and he showed the inside--boned, with padded bust cups. Hello John. Love designer denim? Need more info? This is an excellent article. "Vintage styles are often quite rare because they have been discontinued and that presents an incredible opportunity for celebrities to express their individual style.". Instant Refunds come with no strings attached: any unused portion of your issued voucher will be refunded after your items are received. I have recently been to the Balenciaga exhibition in London's V&A museum, and they had x-ray pics of the corselettes in his gowns. Susan is definitely an amazing dressmaker and wonderful teacher, so her singular belief on this issue is surprising. The casings for the boning are sewn by machine. Something went wrong. Didn't love it? Visit our full Returns policy page. That job improved my tailoring abilities exponentially. With the back open, it is clear that there are fewer bones in this corselet than in the others, and the W-shaped underwire is absent. I have similar dresses at my grandma's house. House of Youth were the licences of Christian Dior in Australia in the 1950's.Designs were reproduced exactly from Dior patterns, photographs, colour and fabric swatches, ready for showing in early January 1952, and available for sale at select stores in each city around the country. She was really rich and she wore Dior. Get instant access to hundreds of videos, tutorials, projects, and more. I was a fully beaded gown in which I cut into three strapless corset bustiers. Instructor Katrina Walker summarizes the lessons she taught to get you ready to sew silk fearlessly and successfully. "hay" is their some way i can post a picture of something that I've sewn, and post it on this website for everyone to see my work, as well. BB. i would love to see the insides of the gowns if you still have them. Susan Khalje teaches that boning is only meant to the support the gown, so the woman should always wear a bra underneath. It's a dream dress. Law Roach: stylists are finally being recognised. Thanks so much for all the interesting detail. This piece is a masterful combination of machine and hand sewing.In the couture, they used the sewing machine for strength. The layers were stitched together, the outer border was then edged in horsehair braid, overlaid with a ribbon. The photography is very well documentedl and detailed. This content is imported from Instagram. I presume the serial numbers on the label mean something how can I find out more? I did a "Lecture Notes" based on a similar Dior from the late 1950s (YSL era?) The Instant Refund code offer is based on an automated approval process that takes into account a customers good standing and return history. This is the same kind of cotton bobbinette corselet, complete with the W-shaped underwire supporting the shaped cups and hooks and eyes to close the back. Promotion will be valid until 8/1/22 at 11:59p PST and is subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice at the discretion of Unique Vintage Inc. With the right pattern and proper fit adjustments, you can update jeans jackets that suit any occasion and nearly any body type. In the Study Collection of boned garments at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City, there is a group of Dior strapless garments from midcentury. Is the suggested date of this dress 1953 likely to be accurate? He walks through how to create and mark a pattern that includes folding for fun. You are very fortunate to have access to this treasures of fashion and the craft like these. Thanks, Mr. King. We make the return process easy. Thank you. House of Youth were the licences of Christian Dior in Australia in the 1950's. This reminds me of that article. This item is on backorder. They fit beautifully and never needed collar adjustments, etc. The placket that mounts the hooks is stitched with many rows of machine sewing. I would be thrilled to confirm that this dress was indeed made while Dior himself was still alive. Well this incredible 1950's Christian Dior for House of Youth Silk Cocktail Dress is definitely it. He, and Hadid, also shared Saint Laurent's original sketch of the dress. I assume from this that the London branch of Galeries Lafayette was the original retailer of this dress. Did you ever want a special piece of history? In this view of the dresss back, you can see the bobbinette corselet within. 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I recently had a project the was vintage Ralph Laren corset top fully beaded with cream and navy bead stripes. Dior extended the boning over the bust. Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Heres a close-up of some of the hand sewing that attaches the bodice section to the corselet. Fascinating. There are bust pads, but it is unclear whether they were original to the gown or were added later. However, being an avid seamstress at the time, it was when a show was over and I got to examine the inside of the dresses, etc., that I found myself the most delighted. We offer Easy Returns and Instant Refunds, 2002 2022 Unique Vintage. Your voucher will be for the amount of the items being returned, less the $7 return shipping fee. When you're sewing sheer silks, such as organza, a flat-felled seam is a good choice. This gown looked as if it had begun life well but ended up being badly altered and handed down.The reality, however, is a little sad. You can see the center-front portion of the underwire as well. Mid calf length skirt is pleated into the waist. Harper's BAZAAR participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. This sketch of a Dior gown shows the splendor of the design. These two hem finishes give garments a high-quality look, prevent damage, and add weight so the garment hangs gracefully. I would love to try it out on me! We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. *Payment options through Affirm are subject to eligibility, may not be available in all states, and are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders . The edges of the corselet are stayed with satin ribbon sewn by machine. Theres a bow on the side. Well done long time ago! The reality, however, is a little sad.This gown looked as if it had begun life well but ended up being badly altered and handed down. PUBLIC Vintage Fashion - Ask Questions Get Answers, http://www.holisticfashionista.com/club-members/cinthia-singleton, https://www.etsy.com/shop/FashionHistoryMuseum, (You must log in or sign up to reply here.). Also note what are referred to as Hollywood darts-horizontal darts that run between the bust apexes, to give shaping that holds the bodice against the sternum. Exquisite grey silk with dusty pink roses cocktail dress. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Follow this tutorial to learn a classic French seam, ideal for silk. I saw a photo of Marilyn Monroe in a ruched chiffon evening gown. The work is actually so amazing! etc.--always present the boning as obviating the need for a bra. This gorgeous swing dress is crafted in a sturdy black woven fabric and sheer crepe for stunning vintage embellishment. Inside secrets are always fascinating. The banded waist is cinched with a back zipper while the sweeping swing skirt is outfitted with side pockets for modern function! You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. In the fifth installment of Riffs on a Trusted Pattern, Becky Fulgoni creates a birthday dress that calls for a few celebratory twirls. Drop jaws effortlessly, dames! I woul love to show a pic. Vintage rocks! This underwire is special, and Ive only seen it in Dior foundations. Free shipping offer for orders $150 and up applies to the lower 48 states. While there are similarities among these garments, they varied in their methods of construction. Buy one sale item, get one free! Both Roach and Hadid have been hugely influential in making vintage fashion on the red carpet such a trend. Stop and explore here the potential of denim design as a high-fashion fabric with custom clothier Patricia Robison. To people who say never to do this, my response is, if Dior did it, its good enough for me. Hi, I love articles like this. The dress had princess seaming, super snug bodice with a snug skirt to just above the knee, that had flared & shaped inserts in the side-back seams. This site uses cookies. I'm told the dress achieved her goal :-). Jokingly labelling her "Bella Kennedy Onassis", Roach explained on his Instagram account that he had purchased the beautiful design for his own personal archive from Aralda Vintage. Dior famously said, Without foundations, there can be no fashion.This interior demonstrates what he meant. and the use of the Bustier/Foundation for my Parsons students. the supermodel made a splash at the Cannes Film Festival wearing a vintage Roberto Cavalli dress that had once been worn by Sharon Stone, for consumers who want to include secondhand and vintage pieces in their wardrobes. The inserts were accented in between, just below the waist, with a huge, hand-sewn decoration. Have not constructed a corselet, corset, or complex bodice, but have always been fascinated by the inner workings, and who better to study, than Dior (guided by your knowing narration). Years ago I saw Bob Mackie interviewed on TV. For Hadid, who last night looked like a 1950s' movie star, this was the perfect example of how impactful vintage fashion can be. A heavily boned dress indeed--that would have been in the mid-1950s in Hollywood. As one of the original champions of wearing vintage pieces on the red carpet, Bella Hadid knows all too well how much of an impact they can make and the supermodel's latest archive pick may just have been her best yet. This is one such garment from Autumn-Winter 1956. You can clearly see the Hollywood darts in this dress.With the back open, it is clear that there are fewer bones in this corselet than in the others, and the W-shaped underwire is absent. *Buy 1, Get 1 Free promotion applies to all sale items and will be automatically applied at checkout. I enjoyed this kinda work. Dior sometimes made undergarments that were independent of the dress. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, An Inside Look at the Exhibition Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology, An Inside Look at Mary Ray's Sewing Studio, Miss Universe Pageant Puts Costumes and Gowns on Display, Riffs on a Trusted Pattern: Birthday Dress, Sewing Techniques for a Boyfriend Cardi Jacket, Susan Khalje and Kenneth D. King on the Ethics of Wearing Vintage Couture | Episode 54, A Peek Inside the Book on First Ladies Who Sewed, Top Down, Center Out: Practical Pants Fitting, Meet the National Winners: Make It With Wool 2021, Boucl: A Pros Tips for Sewing This Richly Textured Fabric. View cart for details. Many thanks for letting us see this. EXTENDED ONE MORE DAY! I love the work of the House of Dior. Thank you, Mr. King, for this memory lane tour. The boning casings are sewn by machine. Label -Christian Dior for House of Youth Era -50s Size -S-M Colour -Grey, Pink, Brown Fabric -Silk Condition -Fabulous Vintage Condition, no marks that I can see. And my project was to replicate the concept using a dress from the early 40's . This puzzles me. With the back unfastened, it is clear to see the cotton bobbinette corselet structure from the inside. Have you ever constructed a complex bodice with an inner corselet or other foundation? These finishes protect the seams and prevent fraying. Get the latest including tips, techniques and special offers straight to your inbox. let me know if i can do that. Also noteworthy is the fine hand stitching that attaches the yoke to the pleating. I love this collection. If you elect to use it, heres how it works: You can shop now and use your Instant Refund code at checkout. Learn how to sew curved sleeve-cap bands and include interfacing for stability in an unlined boyfriend cardi jacket made from ponte knit fabric. It will be available in 30 days. Michelle Pye in UK runs a course teaching how to make a corselette which I attended a few years ago and it proved a great help me for me and I have subsequently made several very supportive strapless gowns for full figured ladies and is a really interesting challenge for pattern drafting and fitting that I love. Last night along with her sister Gigi Hadid and the rest of NYC's fashion crowd Hadid attended the Prince's Trust Gala in New York, where she wore a design from the 1950s. The bodice features a peter pan collar neckline with short, set-in sleeves and a wide fitted sash around the midriff. That "W" is an interesting feature - he probably could have built suspension bridges. Learn two methods to create this clean seam finish. Don't let hemming chiffon frighten you: Learn two methods that are easy and produce clean, narrow hems with just the right amount of weight. It was made of many layers of tulle, cut in circular shapes. A common issue is that the waistband is either. Other elements of the dress are sewn to the corselet. As is typical in a dress of this sort, the other parts of the dress are sewn to the corselet. It took me ages, having never done quite that sort of work before, but it was fun, though very challenging. Here is this gem from Kenneth D. King in the next Threads issue--thanks for the great pics and your excellent insights into the construction of these beautiful classic gowns. 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All the other sources I know of--magazines (Threads), books (Claire Schaeffer and many fashion books), instances like the Bob Mackie interview, classes (such as with the late Laura Brown), fashion documentaries (such as the one on Valentino) etc. Bravo! Celeb stylists on their favourite Met Gala looks, This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. Meanwhile, Roach who is perhaps best known for styling Zendaya has made a career out of creating show-stopping red-carpet moments for his clients, often finding dresses in an archive that will tell a real story. Joyful Vintage Inspired Fashion for Every One and Every Body! Designs were reproduced exactly from Dior patterns, photographs, colour and fabric swatches, ready for showing in early January 1952, and available for sale at select stores in each city around the country. Thought there would be more bones in a Dior (including some horizontal arcs to really secure the upper sides) - alas, he did more with less. The princess seamed bodice is centered with faux buttons while the overlay scoop neckline is framed by long sleeves that drop into an elastic cuff. I was fortunate to see the Diors exhibition in Paris last week, nearly fainting when I walked into the room filled floor to ceiling with toilles, (dying to get my hands on one of them). Thank you so much for this article. The popularity of vintage fashion has of course not been limited to the celebrity world either. The interviewer remarked on that, and he explained that the beaded gowns in particular were so heavy that they would flatten an actress's bust, so the pads were necessary for shaping and support. Not all customers may receive the Instant Refund code. I enjoyed the articles, this dresses, I myself work with vintage clothing from the great houses sometimes .when get a chance make something old become new again. In some ways, it was one of the toughest details to get right. Thank you. In this design challenge we asked participants to select a denim to make a garment or ensemble with a distinctive pocket. It was so tight that the inner boning pressed through to the right side. Bust -20" (arm pit to arm pit) Waist -30" Hips -Free Length -46" shoulder to hem, 2022, Haus of Denim & Lace Site by Swell. Lovely dress, she was happy and I was very pleased with how it turned out. Would it be worth contacting the Dior archive in Paris.