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Catwalk Threads Vintage
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A great resource for all levels interested in vintage fashion from the 1930's to 1980's. Dedicated to the promotion and preservation of all things vintage.
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Ad Campaign: Wolsey Lombardi

For scene-stealing suits. Get into the act. A Wolsey Lombardi suit is a clever cover-up. Likes being seen. Everywhere. And every Lombardi suit is ingeniously cut. Beautifully fabricated. Take this on...

12 may 12

Easy Care Fabrics Of Yesteryear

The development of easy care fabrics during the twentieth century allowed housewives across the land, to find more constructive things to do with their time. The introduction of Crimplene during the ...

08 may 12

Swimwear 1968

The following illustrations have been scanned from my own copy of FASHION magazine, dated April 1968. Whilst researching the designers and fabrics used in said illustrations, I came across some splen...

07 may 12

Ad Campaign: Boccara Luggage 1968

I’ve found several advertisements for Boccara luggage in my collection of 1960s magazines. Each one features strong, independent women in the starring role. Here’s a favourite of mine, wh...

05 may 12

Woman’s Pictorial April 1930

I spent some time reading through this copy of Woman’s Pictorial. Dated 26th April 1930, the cover shows a beautiful painting by Albert Guillaume (Paris Salon, 1929). The pages within provide a...

29 apr 12

Weathering The Storm

If you’re looking for outerwear that will get you through these April showers in style, here’s an article that might provide some fashion inspiration. Taken from The Daily Telegraph magaz...

26 apr 12

LIFE Cover 1941: Rita Hayworth

Today I wanted to share a couple of images from American ‘LIFE’ magazine dated August 1941. This is from my own collection of magazines and the cover is one of my favourites. It shows a v...

25 apr 12

Leather Fashions: 1968

Here’s a piece from FASHION magazine that really caught my eye. I love the styling along with the patterned tights and ringlet hair styles. The article is taken from the April 1968 issue and en...

24 apr 12

Louis Feraud: Mexican Collection 1968

Louis Féraud (13 February 1921 – 28 December 1999) is perhaps best known for his sunny, heavily embroidered clothes. The designer said of his work, ‘I live in the joy of being surrounded by wom...

22 apr 12

Cashmere: The Modernists, 1968

First issue of FASHION magazine, April 1968 Here’s the very first cover of FASHION magazine dated April 1968. Out of all the copies I have, this one is possibly my favourite. The model wears a ...

17 apr 12

My Interview with Business Boom Bolton

I’m really honoured that Business Boom Bolton asked me whether I’d like to be interviewed for their wonderful blog. Ah hem! Is the Pope catholic? So without further ado, here is my inter...

11 apr 12

Crimplene and the Wonders of the Universe

I’ve not posted much recently – mainly due to the Easter holidays and the fact I’ve been spending more time with family and friends. It’s also been great catching up on some s...

09 apr 12

Ad Campaign: Pringle 1968

Just to remind myself that it’s not quite time to pack away my knitwear. This advertisement by Pringle dates 1968. Aren’t these colours yummy?! “Only pure new wool looks so good. Fo...

05 apr 12

Paying Import Duty on Used Clothing

I received my online copy of Vintage Life (April 2012) magazine today and was very surprised to read an article on pages 24-26. The piece is entitled ‘SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP! – Some top...

29 mar 12

Vintage Fashion Guild Spring Inspirations 2012

I’m so honoured that Catwalk Creative Vintage is featured in ‘Spring Inspirations 2012‘ by the Vintage Fashion Guild. Each spring and autumn the VFG loves to notice historical influ...

21 mar 12

Better Homes Sewing Book 1966

Whether you’re a sewer or simply have an interest in vintage fashion, this fabulous little gem is a real treat for the eyes. ‘Better Homes Sewing Book’ was first published in 1961 b...

20 mar 12

New Items from Catwalk Creative Vintage

Bring some summer fun to your vintage collection. There are lots more new additions to follow, so stay tuned! Vintage 70s Blue Cotton Dressing Gown, £22.00 Vintage 1960s Cowl Neck Dress, £38.00 Mens ...

19 mar 12

Removing Greasy Food Stains

What can you do with a vintage cotton dress that’s covered in greasy food stains? Well first of all I asked my colleagues at the Vintage Fashion Guild for suggestions. As you can see, the colou...

16 mar 12

Meant To Be Together

Some things are just meant to be together. What would life be without Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, Batman and Robin and, and, . . . . fish and chips? Ok, perhaps the latter isn’t the most gl...

14 mar 12

Currently Reading . . . Boutique by Marnie Fogg

A book written by fashion expert, Marnie Fogg, this is a feast for the eyes if ever I saw one! Cram-packed full of delectable images from the British boutique era of the 1960s. The author takes you o...

13 mar 12

My Vintage Summer Wardrobe

I’ve been treating myself to some vintage frocks to add to my summer collection . . . Cotton paisley dress c.1950s Whats not to love? The detailed paisley print and the intricate metal buttons ...

09 mar 12

An Explosion Of Barbies . . . . and Other Stuff!

I don’t often write about family stuff but had to make an exception this time. You know there are so many wonderful things about having a daughter, especially one as delightful and charming as ...

04 mar 12

1960s Ad Campaign: Pittard’s

It’s so nice to find a forty-three year old advertising campaign for Pittard’s, a company that’s still going strong today. This advert, ‘Dress To Kill‘ shows two gentlem...

01 mar 12

Visit To Adamley Silk Printing Factory

Hand-Printed Silk Tie by Adamley It all started with a tie – a rather lovely silk tie which I found by pure chance in a local charity shop. It was the richness of colour, printed design and fab...

28 feb 12

Vintage Treats

Not only do I sell vintage but I buy it for my personal collection too. And here’s what I’ve treated myself to this week. Classic Floral Print Dress with Bow c.1950s from fellow VFG membe...

26 feb 12

Altering Vintage

I’m really against messing about with vintage clothing (and jewellery) – especially if there’s nothing wrong with it. I’ve seen so many awful examples of 1950s frocks, which h...

23 feb 12

Vintage Pastels and Prints

A selection of soft vintage pastels and floral prints to bring a spot of spring-time cheer to your wardrobe. Home-made, pastel green ruffle neck dress c.1960/70s - £15.00 Floral Shirred Top c.1970s -...

18 feb 12

Vintage Red, White and Blue

This week I found inspiration in the form of three colours – red, white, and blue. Of course we have the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the Olympic Games coming up very soon so I’m sur...

17 feb 12

Stephens Brothers Label

I love finding an interesting clothing label, perhaps one that I’ve never seen before. I liked the look of this one by Stephens Brothers, especially since this company are better known as shir...

15 feb 12

Vintage Ad Campaign: Susan Small

Here’s a smart advertising campaign from Susan Small c.1969. The wording: “It’s a Susan Small world and men like it that way.“ It’s interesting to note their choice of...

10 feb 12

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