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Fashion Friday

I remember my mother's jumpsuits.  The rolled-sleeve, belted mustard in cotton sateen; the soft jersey one with black bottoms, multi striped top and red patent belt; and the classic navy crepe.  I remember how she loved these jumpsuits— for the same reasons I love dresses—the comfort, the...

22 March, 2012 /

The "Nifty 50's" were an optimistic time.  Fads included Hula Hoops and coonskin caps for kids, drive-in movies and rock-n-roll for teens, conical bras and gelatin molds for moms.  On the fashion side of things, there were poodle skirts, knee length shirt dresses with pinched-in waists,...

15 March, 2012 /