1950s Vintage Dresses: Lana Lobell, Hanover, PA catalogs

I found four of these awesome Lana Lobell mail-order catelogs full of color and Black and white Photographs of beautiful 1950s Fashions! One has up to 72 pages; all have circle and squawl skirts, dresses galore and a small section of nighties and lingerie. Most dresses average around $15.00 dollars, and a lovely swing coat can be had for under $30.00. The best part is the catalog's offer of a payment plan: "Buy today with 6 months to pay." I will be sure to include illustrations from within at a later date. For now, enjoy the covers!

1940s Dress: In the Flesh...

Remember My friend Kathy, who previous entries ago, allowed me to photograph her mother's beautiful dresses for your viewing pleasure? She also allowed me to copy this photograph in which her mother is wearing the blue dress. She has attached a nosegay onto the front of the dress. Isn't she beautiful? Her place of employment had her pose for many photographs. Maybe someday I can post of few of those here too.

Please don't use without permission out of respect for my friend.

Thank you!