Golden Era Of Hollywood Costumes

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Shakespeare’s works, Charlton Heston said, are “the measuring stick against which you measure an actor’s work.” Heston made his Broadway debut against that measuring stick, appearing in a supporting role in Antony and Cleopatra. Twenty-five years later, he was one of the world’s biggest stars when he brought his authoritative presence and literary command to the lead role of Marc Antony in this masterful movie adaptation of the Bard’s tale of Rome’s hero and Egypt’s queen (Hildeg... [Read More]

Inkheart (DVD)What if every time you read aloud, the story came to life? Based onCornelia Funke's bestselling children’s novel, this timeless tale ofimagination and adventure centers on a young girl whose father (TheMummy's Brendan Fraser) has a secret ability to bring characters frombooks to life when he reads them aloud. But when a ruthless villain (TheLord of the Rings' Andy Serkis) from a rare children's fable kidnapsMeggie's father to bring others out of the boundaries of fiction, sheand ... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern -1913-1914 Ladies' Dress. Size: 44" bust, 32" waist, 51-1/2" hips. This pattern was published by The McCall Pattern Company. Originally the pattern was described as "Ladies' Dress; two styles of sleeve; four-piece tunic; high or regulation waistline; two-piece foundation, lengthened by one-piece lower section; round or shorter length." Minimal directions. Pattern dates circa 1913-1914. Suggested fabrics: Embroidered marquisette, linen, eyelet embroidery, silk, satin, chiffon, and ... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - 1909 Ladies' Tucked Shirt-Waist Pattern. Bust 34". This pattern was published by The Butterick Pattern Company. Originally the pattern was described as "Ladies' Tucked Shirt-Waist, with body and sleeves in one with full-length or shorter sleeves." Minimal directions. Pattern dates circa 1909. Suggested fabrics: Batiste, handkerchief linen, all-over embroidery, lawn, linen, Japanese crepe, corded madras, and Swiss embroidery. The colors were white, black, ecru, navy blue, smoke g... [Read More]

A dazzling ball gown will have you stunning the crowd on the dance floor.Sequins and beads art deco on the mesh fabric to sparkly leaves,flicker and lively.The big lotus sleeve cover the arm,refused to be bound by tight sleeve,conceal the arm while provide freedom and comfort,flowing while dancing,look marvelous. The bottom part spread out from the upper thighs,create a subtle mermaid tail. The all over dress will make you get the illusion of an hourglass figure while dancing through the night a... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - 1958 Party Dress Pattern. Sizes 6-26 all included in one envelope. Many of us grew up watching classic films sighintg over the beautiful dresses worn by some of our favorite ladies of the golden era. Doris Day, Kathryn Grayson, and Grace Kelly just seemed the epitome of feminine elegance, the full-skirted dresses were adpred from these films. ◦Kimono-sleeve bodice style makes this a great starter pattern for sewing newbies. Options for fun daytime dress and for evening gown wi... [Read More]

This headpiece is inspired in the Art Deco 1920's fashion era, and it makes the perfect accessories for your vintage Great Gatsby dress. Made with high quality pewter beads and fabric and measuring 2 inches wide x 5 1/2 inches long. Great accessory for any hair style. Also a great gift for someone special. The metal band is covered in black satin ribbon and it measures 1/4 inch wide x 15 inches long making it not too tight and very comfortable to wear.