Musings from Marilyn

Crochet a Vintage 80s Furry Angora Sweater with Lace Collar

Posted September 19th, 2019 by finnfemme & filed under Daily Life, Fashion, Vintage.

Here is a lovely vintage 1980 angora sweater pattern for you to crochet! This sweet fluffy, furry angora convection is in simple crochet, rounded at neck, ribbed at waist and cuffs, with removable collar for just a taste of lace. Instructions are below. Happy Crocheting! 😀 Marilyn

Knit a Vintage 80s Fluffy Angora Sweater

Posted September 11th, 2019 by finnfemme & filed under Daily Life, Fashion, Vintage.

Angora sweaters made a comeback in the 1980s big time. So soft, fluffy, furry and feminine! This beautiful knitting pattern is from the Fall 1980 edition of McCall’s Needlework & Crafts magazine. The gorgeous sweater is knit in stockinette, ribbed gently at cuffs. Elastic shapes the waist, gossamer ruffling trim throat, cuffs and off-center banding…. Read more »

Laura Ashley Vintage 1984 Spring Dress Collection

Posted May 19th, 2017 by finnfemme & filed under Fashion, Vintage.

Fashion in the 1980s was not only the New Wave, neon-colored, spandexed, Flashdance attire that we always think defines the style of that decade. There was definitely a more classic side, with the Sloane Ranger (Princess Diana) and Preppy look. There was also a more romantic, traditional look in dresses, with the popularity of Laura… Read more »

Vintage 1980s Yves Saint Laurent~Rive Gauche Fashions

Posted October 5th, 2016 by finnfemme & filed under Fashion, Vintage.

From the September 1985 issue of Vogue magazine, this is a fabulous advertising spread of Yves Saint Laurent ~ Rive Gauche fashions and footwear. Photographed by the iconic Helmut Newton, these bold and striking YSL designs are incredibly ’80s. Enjoy! ~Marilyn

The Rockettes and L’eggs Colors Pantyhose, 1985

Posted September 24th, 2016 by finnfemme & filed under Fashion, Vintage.

Wearing pantyhose – or any type of leg covering – was practically a requirement in the 1980s. No woman went bare-legged ever (well maybe in the heat of summer, but it was questionable). I just remember buying masses of pantyhose to wear to work in my 1980s banking days. The most popular nylons of the… Read more »

The “It” Perfumes of 1985

Posted August 30th, 2016 by finnfemme & filed under Beauty, Fashion, Vintage.

I’ve been a huge perfume fan my whole life. So perusing through the September 1985 issue of Vogue magazine, I was reminded of the many scents that I wore and were popular that year. But the scent that captures the essence of the ’80s to me was the ubiquitous Giorgio of Beverly Hill perfume. Seemingly… Read more »

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