It’s been awhile since I have done my favorite “Pins on Pinterest” post, but since we are close to the end of the year there is no better time than right now to share all the vintage goodies I have found. Let’s dive right in friends!
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Collection of Vintage Images, Advertisements, Fashons and more as seen on Pinterest
1943 vintage ad for Jantzen Swimsuits.
This 1940’s photo made me giggle and then want watermelon right after (like right after). Oh and check out those outstanding 1940’s Victory Rolls, gorgeous!
Life is better with good music. Beautiful 1940s photo of 3 Black women playing records.
Further Reading: Vintage Photo Tuesday: Vintage Black Style
1930’s photo of 2 very stylish women in their 1930s dresses. “I’ve got your back”.
Further Reading: 1930s Fashions As Seen On Everyday People
From the movie: TILL THE END OF TIME -1946. Actors Guy Madison and Jean Porter give us a kind of slow motion Lindy Hop. This video reminds me of my beginner days of learning the dance, expect I did not look as cute as Jean (Video Link).
Further Reading: A Lindy Hopping I will go-My Favorite Vintage Lindy Hop Videos
Keeping the ‘Swing Dancing’ theme going, here is an excellent article by Billboard Music on “Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary: How WWII Changed Music & Claimed the Life of a Swing Superstar“.
I adore a good kitschy/novelty brooch and this one ranks with the best of them. Currently for sale on Bow & Crossbones website, this “Mystery key to my heart” vintage brooch is pretty awesome. Pull one of the keys, and the lock moves to reveal your love. So fun!
When I did my post on Galveston Texas, I didn’t get a chance to add this stunning 1930’s Art Deco “Martini Theatre” to the post.
According to the Galveston History website…
The Theatre was built in 1937 for Attilio Martini. At one time, the Martini family owned eight theaters on the island. As television caught on, the popularity of theaters diminished on the island and elsewhere. The 990-seat Martini Theatre, designed in art deco style, closed in 1975. Originally used for both vaudeville and motion pictures, the building is one of Galveston’s few examples of Art Deco architecture. Vacancy and lack of maintenance are taking their toll on the exterior of the structure. The original tall neon marquee was lost many years ago and recent storms have damaged the remaining elements. The bustling Postoffice Arts and Entertainment District could benefit from the rehabilitation of this important building, an example of the numerous theatres once located in downtown Galveston (Source).
This Building is currently on the ‘Heritage at Risk List’ on their website. Know anyone who can help save it?
Oh my…1940’s French Fashion at it’s best! I love a good vintage fashion illustration.
Beautiful 1940’s fashion illustration: Dutch pattern catalogue ‘Record’ July 1942.
My dream 1940’s dress. I love plaid on vintage clothing, it’s just so elegant!
Further Reading:
Okay maybe this is my dream 1940’s dress? So many gorgeous choices that are sadly not for sale.
It’s that time of the year when we are busy planning parties and maybe thinking of parties to come. Here is a FANTASTIC resource from the 1930’s to make that job easier. Vintage Farm Journal and Farmer’s Wife guide, “A Year’s Good Parties”.
30 pages of ideas and instructions for giving different themed parties throughout the year. The parties are New Year’s Eve Ice Carnival, A March of Time Party, Making Merry With The Mad March Hare, An Evening With Music, A Candle Birthday Party, A June Jamboree, A Birthday Party, A Back-to-School Party, A Football Party, A Halloween Party, Round-Up Time, and A Christmas Party.
Lastly..It’s that time again..I’m off to Cuba again and possibly for the last time for awhile (insert sad face). Why? Well the restrictions are slowly being lifted off the Americans to be able to visit, and that means the prices of resorts and hotels in Cuba & my beloved Havana have gone up considerably. Our little affordable getaway is not becoming so much anymore (good for the Cuban people, bad for Canadians looking for cheaper vacation spots). BUT we are going to have a super time anyways, especially since we are going with a bunch of friends and family to celebrate my hubby’s upcoming 40th Birthday (which is Dec 22nd).
So next week there will be no Vintage Inn post as I will be on a beach BUT I will be back just in time for a holiday post. Have a great week friends!
Further Reading:
- My Favourite Vintage Pins As Seen On Pinterest
- My Favorite Vintage Pins on Pinterest-Feb/Early March Edition
- My Favorite Vintage Images on Pinterest (April Edition)
- Collection of Vintage Pinterest Pins-Spring Edition
- My Favorite Vintage Images on Pinterest (June/July Edition)
- My Favorite Vintage Pinterest Images – September/October Edition
- My Favorite Vintage Pins on Pinterest: Nov/Dec Edition
- My 1940’s/50s Vintage Style-Pinterest Posts of the Week
Liz
Another fabulous roundup of pics! I do love that watermelon one, no one can resist messing about with them. And that check 1930s dress, oh my word!! xx
these are all great but I like the last picture of you best
So many cool discoveries! I especially love the Lindy Hop video though. I’ve had a foot fracture and been unable to dance for several weeks. It has been torture! Seeing their Saucy kicks reminded me, my husband and I need to try those again.
Have a great time in Cuba. I am jealous 🙂
Happy holidays
Theresa
Super fashions here, especially the 1940’s French ones. Hope you have a fabulous time in Cuba.
Thanks! It was loads of fun 🙂
I hope you are having an amazing time on holiday!
Thanks Tanith! It was lots of fun 🙂