Sunday, April 21, 2013

The Sunday Snag - Lounge About Town

antique apricot rayon pajama top with lace

This was an unusual purchase for me. I have never owned a vintage undergarment, slip, pj's, etc. (now I have two!). This was my first dive into that world of which I know very little about. I knew I wanted a slip (more on that in a future post), but I came across this lounge top and thought, "Yes, I will take that, please." I think it was the peachy color and the silky look. It seemed like a small luxury that I could A. afford and B. get out of sweats for. Ladies back in the day seemed pretty classy even in pj's and I wanted to give that a try. 

I purchased this beautiful 1930's pajama top from The Slipperie (there are so many pieces I wanted from that little shop! Especially a few pairs of tap shorts/knickers...someday). It is made from rayon so it is slick and shiny and has square patterned lace around the neck and across the bust. There was some minor foxing (a term I didn't know until recently meaning small rust stains or oxidation), but I didn't mind. It is over 70 years old after all! 

I actually might wear this as a top. It is loose and blousey and might work well tucked into high waist pants, jeans, and pencil skirts. A bit daring for the 1930s, but would be rather cute today!

antique lounge top with lace in apricot


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26 comments:

  1. Wow the detail on this is absolutely beautiful! I love it!

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  2. I think the great thing about these 30s pieces is they look fabulous worn as outerwear now! I absolutely intend these pieces (well most) to be worn out....maybe not the tap pants....;) thank you for this sweet blog post and let me know if you'd ever like another treat in my little shop.

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  3. Such a pretty color!

    Happy Sunday. ☺

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  4. Wow! Gorgeous. Please wear it as a top; it'd be great that way.

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  5. Lovely, some of these nightware pieces were just too pretty to sleep in:)

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  6. Oh it's so lovely and girly indeed!

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  7. It's so pretty. I think you can definitely wear it as a top or even open as a little jacket.
    xo
    girlintheyellowdress.com

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  8. It looks very comfy, and it's pretty to boot.

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  9. Very cool, and they are in such pristine condition.

    Ali of

    www.dressingken.com

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  10. How pretty! Yes yes! I can definately picture your little top with a pair of high waisted jeans/pants. I can't. wait to see how you style this! Great find lovely! Hugs!

    Debra@stylewisebydebra.com

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  11. Wow what a precious find, so pretty. Hope to see some more of her soon!

    SDMxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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  12. This top must be worn around town. So pretty!
    Jayne
    Handmade Cuties!

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  13. Absolutely charming! The colour and silky look are so beautiful! And yes, definitely works as a blouse. :)
    x

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  14. I have never purchased anything vintage either!! But after this post you have encouraged me to give it a try my friend.

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  15. Ooo how pretty!!! I don't own anything really vintage either! If you wear it as a blouse you'll have to do an outfit post!!

    Ergo - Blog

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  16. I really love this soft peachy color, so pretty!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  17. That is so pretty! And I would totally wear this as a top out of the bedroom! :)

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  18. que blusa mas linda!!!
    BESOS GUAPA!
    :D

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  19. I like the peachy color! It's true, the ladies of bygone eras wore beautiful nightgowns and pajamas to bed. I remember my grandmother having an array of pretty and silky negligees.

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  20. So cute! Love the vintage look!

    xx
    www.thepurpleclown.com

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  21. Love the color, my dear :*

    Many kisses,

    Nicole

    www.nicoleta.me

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  22. Oh it's so cute! Delicate and cozy, you will sleep soundly and peacefully wearing it. Honestly I would use it as a shirt!
    xoxo
    Coco et La vie en rose
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