When Pantsuits Were “Slacks Suits:” 1938, 1940, 1948
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All the "pant suits" for women -- actually trousers with matching jackets (called slacks suits) -- in this post are from Butterick Fashion News flyers, given away for free in pattern stores. Trousers with matching jackets for women are always shown with other resort wear or beach wear, as in the illustration above. Butterick 7756 This trim…
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A Swingback Jacket from 1948
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halter dress 1930s thirties
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Planter og forgiftninger - FHI
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13 ideer om •Vintage Clothes klær, bildevegg, vintage klær
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Butterick Fashion News
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1930s fashions, witness2fashion
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Butterick Fashion News
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A Swingback Jacket from 1948
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Butterick Fashion News
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1930s fashions, witness2fashion
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