Vogue 1930's

A trip pouring through 1930's Vogue magazines at the Saint Paul Public Library yesterday inspires today's post. I tend to gravitate towards the 50's and 60's magazines during my visits, but thought I would try a new decade. I am glad that I did. These tears range from around 1935-1939 and what I am most amazed about is the bright, bold use of color during this time. I was especially drawn to the strong shoulder which is back in the forefront of fashion again. However, it is interesting to see the difference between the 30's and 80's focus on the shoulder. Not so much the linebacker look of the 80's, but more draped voluminous balloons, lanterns, and my favorite leg o' mutton. Designers at the forefront during this decade where Schiaparelli, Lanvin, Lelong, Chanel, and Patou.