Every Gal Wants These For Christmas!

More good ideas from Sears and Roebuck in 1948!

Gift Ideas for the Kids - 1948

The 1948 Sears and Roebuck catalog gives us lots of gift suggestions. Today for the kids we have warm hats, mittens and sweaters.  

Aldens Catalog 1956-57 - Slips, Panties and Jayne Mansfield's Pajamas!

There is lots to love here, but it's not everyday we get to see what Jayne Mansfield wore to bed!
(Did you know she spoke five languages, and was a classically trained pianist and violinist?)
(Another 'I'm on vacation' repost from October, 2011)

Aldens Catalog 1956-57 - Slips, Panties and Jayne Mansfield's Pajamas!

There is lots to love here, but it's not everyday we get to see what Jayne Mansfield wore to bed!
(Did you know she spoke five languages, and was a classically trained pianist and violinist?)

Aldens Catalog - 1956-57 - Subteens - Young Enchantment From Many Lands!

Here is a look at Aldens Subteens who were young women wearing sizes 7-8 up to 14. Whirly, washable jumpers and perky blouses! Exquisite ensembles, just dreamy! Petticoats and pleats. Full Circle Skirts and 'posied' cuff links. Pert collars and pockets!

Aldens Catalog - 1956-57 Famous TV inspired Fabrics!

Among our fabric treats today are these TV inspired prints from the $64,000 Question a popular TV quiz show with it's lovely assistant Lynn Dollar!
But there are other great prints and plaid here too, plus more little ideas of how to use these fabrics...feeling inspired yet?

Aldens Catalog 1956-57 - Fabric Inspirations From The Whole Wide World!

We are talking fine fabrics! Miracle Nylons for 'Round-The-Clock Wear', lilting sheen, luscious texture, imported Velveteens with 'dress-up glamour, famed Cone Corduroy, wool felts, acrilan jersey by Allen, and an American 'miracle' - Woolens you can wash!
(And don't miss the small fashion suggestions!)

Aldens Catalog from 1956-57 - Even More Shoes!

From Wisp-Weight and Dance Flats, to Fall Colored Flatties to Saddle Shoes and the Autograph-It Rain Boots and Gymsters!