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Vintage Outfits

A Brief History of CC41-The Utility Clothing Scheme

Exploring the CC41 Utility Clothing Scheme: A 1940s Fashion Revolution in Wartime Britain

By Dominique de MerteuilSeptember 25, 2020, Last modified on April 29, 202619 min read

History of CC41-The Utility Clothing Scheme A brief history of CC41-The Utility Clothing Scheme with examples of CC41 clothes from my personal collection. I've been fascinated by the history of CC41 - The Utility Clothing Scheme in Britain for years and I have a very strong penchant for buying garments with the CC41 logo, even multiples of the same item. What can ...

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Vintage Outfits

History of the Handmacher Suit!

By Dominique de MerteuilApril 17, 2020, Last modified on July 5, 20268 min read

In this post, you will discover the history of the famous Handmacher brand synonymous in the 1940s and the 1950s with quality suits for an affordable price. I will also share with you some of the most beautiful examples of Handmacher clothes depicted in 1950s ads and pieces from my personal collection. To say that I have an abundance of vintage skirt ...

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The 1940s DuBarry Dress for the Modern Girl!

By Dominique de MerteuilMarch 2, 2020, Last modified on December 24, 20253 min read

The 1940s DuBarry Dress & Its Versatility The DuBarry brand was known in the 1940s - 1960s for simple yet elegant evening gowns, cocktail and prom dresses, as well as mother-of-the-bride wear. Today the label is synonymous, amongst us vintage girls, with the best that ready-to-wear vintage has to offer. I love how easy it is to dress up or down the ...

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