Hollywood 1940 S Costumes

The 233 Glamour Girl Dress pattern by Folkwear came from a Hollywood style made popular during the 1930's and '40s. Movie studios published still photos of their stars in elegant attire, and fans clamored for the chance to copy the dress, coiffures, and make-up of their favorites. Pattern Details: Folkwear Pattern #233 Glamour Girl Dress (Not finished garment) Misses sizes 6 - 16 (Bust 30 1/2" - 38", Hips 32 1/2" - 40") All Sizes in one Envelope Pattern for dress in three lengths Glamour Girl... [Read More]

Gone With The Wind is one of the most popular movies of all time. To commemorate its seventy-fifth anniversary in 2014, The Making of Gone With The Wind presents more than 600 items from the archives of David O. Selznick, the film's producer, and his business partner John Hay "Jock" Whitney, which are housed at the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin. These rarely seen materials, which are also being featured in a major 2014 exhibition at the Ransom Center, offer fans and fi... [Read More]

Before the rise of television, the cinema was a key medium of entertainment and information. The Nazi regime, which inherited the largest film industry outside Hollywood, realised this, with some of the most memorable images of Hitler and his party coming from Leni Riefenstahl's film Triumph of the Will. Susan Tegel has written a comprehensive account of the films made in Nazi Germany from 1933 to 1945, including the notorious feature film, Jud Süss, and the compilation documentary Der Ewige Ju... [Read More]

Fedoras have been a fashion staple for over 100 years.Recreate or just tip a hat to the past with our classic, timeless fedora.Perfect for dance, plays, musicals and theatre performances.Brilliant for special occasions and formal affairs like derbies, weddings, and proms.Material: 20% Cotton, 80% PolyesterSize: About 22.8" CircumferenceColor: Please see picturesPackage Includes:1 x Fedora Hat

A fedora is a soft felt hat that is creased lengthwise down the crown and pinched in the front on both sides. It is sometimes associated with prohibition-era gangsters and the detectives who sought to bring them to justice. In Hollywood movies of the 1940's, characters often wore a fedora, particularly when playing private detectives, gangsters, or other "tough guy" roles. One example is Humphrey Bogart's character in Casablanca. More recently the Blues Brothers wore fedoras as well.

The classic fedora hat is fashionable, refined, & suitable for any occasion. Composed of 20% cotton and 80% polyester, this fedora offers a durable, and yet, soft textured feel that is perfect for the winter months The teardrop shaped crown provides a distinct look that is both timeless and masculine. Wear it with a suit and tie or go for a casual look that will distinguish you in any setting. Materials: 20% Cotton, 80% Polyester Size: About 22.8" Circumference Package Includes: 1 x Fedora Hat... [Read More]

Features:It is a gauntlet fingerless style glove accented with embroidery lace and beads. Material: High quality satin, soft and comfortable,super elasticity The Faux Pearl beading and lace detailing on these bridal gloves is so beautiful. A loop fits over the middle finger and sheer fabric extends to the satin, embroidered with a floral and scroll motif. Stretching the gathers on the gloves tighter Approximately Length: 15 inch width 3.94 inch long from bottom to fingertips. (When laying flat... [Read More]