The next four pages will reveal a delightful illustrated essay extracted from an early-60's issue of Seventeen magazine. Text and pictures bring us back to an era of innocence and elegance.
Many thanks to a fellow Virginian for his generous contribution of these and many other illustrations!
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Color, color, color is the newest thing next to you now! First entry in our flower show: the lavenders. Slim slip of nylon tricot, overlaid at bodice and hem with flower-embroidered sheer. Kayser; about $5. Undercover coordinates: Bra, embroidered nylon and Antron nylon taffeta; about $3. Paneled girdle of Helanca nylon power net, about $5. These, by Kayser Wispese. |
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