The same daytime 1930s dresses could be worn from street to afternoon: From a shopping tour or business, to an important luncheon, tea, or matinee date, or for bridge with the girls, dinner, church on Sunday, or an informal evening. 1930s afternoon dresses to be worn out of the home for a variety of activities came in many popular styles, but always they strove to adhere to the 1930s ideal shape, summed up beautifully by this ad for Wards in 1937: wide shoulders, slim fitted waists, swinging lines. 1930s Dress Sleeves, Necklines, and Collars In the early 1930s, dress sleeves were usually long and slim, even for juniors dresses
The new bridal mood
Part of the reason for this new passion for these colors together is that its excellent for dressy occasions or casual ones
Raffia Statement Earrings Raffia is one of those textures that instantly feels at home by the beach, and these earrings embrace it while still looking polished
Germain is fully ruched for an endlessly flattering fit
Sandals, handmade in Positano