‘Zoot Suit’ and history – Part 1
I was extremely fortunate to attend Wednesday night’s showing of “Zoot Suit” and hear remarks by the panel that preceded the show. Betto Arcos moderated a session with director Luis Valdez, Rose...
View ArticleLost and Found: Patek Philippe
Last Thursday’s New York Times had a terrific story by Austin Considine about Charles B. Woehrle, who received a Patek Philippe watch while imprisoned at Stalag Luft III (he ordered the watch and...
View ArticleHow to Dress and Undress a Victorian Lady
Photo: The Wall Street Journal’s slide show on “How to Dress a Victorian Lady.” Credit: Wall Street Journal. To make sure their bodices are correctly ripped (it’s harder than it looks), the annual...
View ArticleFound on EBay – Bullock’s Wilshire
This hat from the Collegienne department of Bullock’s Wilshire has been listed on EBay. Bidding starts at $14.99.
View ArticleFound on EBay – Bullock’s Wilshire
This rather amazing cape with hood and feather boa from Bullock’s Wilshire has been listed on EBay. The vendor says she bought this about 1979. Bidding starts at $75.
View ArticleFound on EBay – Mullen & Bluett
This vintage swimsuit from Mullen & Bluett has been listed on EBay. Another one was listed in 2009, also from Mullen & Bluett. Bidding on this item starts at 99 cents.
View Article‘Zoot Suit’ and History – Navy Reports
Feb. 6, 1942: Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox warns against “loose talk.” Credit: National Archives. I returned from Saturday’s trip to the National Archives in Riverside with more than 200 images of...
View ArticleFound on EBay – Wetherby Kayser Shoes
This pair of women’s shoes from Wetherby Kayser has been listed on EBay. Bidding starts at $49.99.
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