There's a whole hell of a lot of embroidery and smocking going on in this vintage Hungarian blouse. I've done a fair amount of needlework in my life, but nothing as nice as this. The hours (and good eyesight) involved in making something this beautiful is mind-boggling, and I wish I knew the person that made it. I'm sure they had a creative streak (and patience).
Vintage 50's Hungarian blouse-1860-1960.com (vintage seller extraordinaire)
Vintage Raffia skirt-Etsy
Vintage Collins-style bag-Goodwill
Carved Bakelite bangle-Hand-Me-Ups
Enameled bangle-gift from an old neighbour
Alva museum reproduction charm bracelet-Nomads With Baggage
Earrings-Target (years ago)
Vintage Qualicraft raffia shoes-can't remember
Fragrance-Coriandre (I'm soooo hooked on this fragrance. Review soon, I promise)
That's a "W" flag on the door. When the Cubs win a game, we put up the win flag. As far as I know the Cubs are the only team that fly a W when they win a game. I don't have a flagpole, so the door will have to do.
I varnished my toenails just for you. I didn't
Have a super weekend.
That is some serious embroidery on that blouse. Wow. I love the raffia skirt, though I can't imagine how it feels to wear it. I think it would indeed look great with a crinoline. The shoes are adorable! Have a wonderful weekend too xxx
ReplyDeleteWow! That blouse is stunning!
ReplyDeleteI love embroidery & thanx to my bifocal contact lenses I still enjoy doing it.
i've never seen a skirt made of raffia, how interesting.
Coriandre sounds like the perfect scent for your springy outfit!
The whole ensemble is precious. I covet your shoes.
ReplyDeleteHow does one say "spectacular embroidery" in Hungarian? The dainty bracelet and frilly shoes are suitably light and spring-like to match the mood. And yes, the shoes are worthy of a proper pedicure!
ReplyDeleteI'm wearing hats this season, but for this ensemble you might try a faux braid and flowers headdress (more Princess Grace than Frida).
Wearing that that raffia skirt would make me wary of standing in front of bright lights or near children eating Cheetos. Darn, it's so perfect with that blouse, and what else could one wear with the blouse except slim slacks in red satin? Aha? Rather than a crinoline, begin the search for a half slip in white Duchesse satin!
Now get Mr.ETB to take you out to a restaurant where they serve drinks based on distilled plums, but be cautious: some white garments attract pasta sauce and wine.
@Ann
ReplyDeleteThe skirt is softer than you'd expect,
@Bibi
I'd love to see some of your needlework-I'll bet it is beautiful
@Propagatrix
Thank you.
@Beth
If I wear my hair in a braid with this outfit I'd better have a tray of plum dumplings to serve!
I nearly had a mishap with a dog that wanted to say hello (by jumping on me) but I stepped out of the way quickly enough.
Those blouses are selling for a bloomin' fortune on eBay. Makes me wanna get a cheap flight over to Budapest and ransack their flea markets.
ReplyDeleteFab outfit, the skirt (like the kids say) epic. Love the coin bangle.
xxx
@Vix
ReplyDeleteI ended up paying about $60 USD after shipping, which wasn't cheap, but not a fortune either. I trust the dealer I bought from which I'm willing to pay a premium for.
Is there anything that still qualifies as a cheap flight anywhere? I can't fly 500 miles to Denver for under a few hundred dollars.
I do love a bit of embroidery on clothing, and that blouse did not disappoint! You do find some amazing things, a skirt made of Rafia, what next? So lovely to see you standing in sunshine, we have some but the temps are dropping which I am not happy about.
ReplyDeleteThat's gorgeous workmanship - must have taken days to do. It's in brilliant colours.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen a raffia skirt before. I was thinking it might get prickly, but the lining must take care of that.
An almost 100% raffia outfit - fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThe embroidery is exquisite and looks wonderful on you.
I haven't got round to painting my toenails yet - I'm a follower of the'Cast ne'er a clout til May is out'school of thought!
@Sue
ReplyDeleteThe sun was so bright I had to turn down the brightness in the photos before posting them-something I rarely need to do.
@Mim
The raffia is very fine, and soft-the skirt came folded in a box. It has some drape to it, which does make sitting easier.
@Veronica
I don't blame you. Once you start, you're in it until at least September.
Spectacular! The refit skirt is mind blowing, and I love the embroidery.
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