My mom gave me an old book of her's that I am just loving. It is McCall's Sewing Book from 1968. One of the sections that I found particularly amusing is Wardrobe Needs Section.
At Home: The homemaker often makes the big mistake of thinking she does not have to look her best when doing her daily chores. Actually, ill fitting clothes lower her morale and make her less able to cope with everyday trials. This doesn't mean she has to dress up, but it does mean that she should look neat and trim.
(Obviously this person has never chased 3 boys around a house all day.) If you look well and feel comfortable in slacks or shorts, wear them when working in the home. But be sure you look well in them and that they fit properly. A simple shirtwaist or wrap-around with flared or pleated skirt will often present a much more attractive appearance and be just as comfortable as pants. For evenings at home a simple dress is always in good taste. But dress up a little if you wish. It adds a touch of gaiety or elegance to a family gathering. However, the degree of dressing-up depends on your situation. Fancy pants or long skirts may look ludicrous in one place, marvelous in another.
For Shopping: By this, we mean shopping in a city dipartment store. Slacks and shorts are taboo. Again, simple dresses and suits are best. A comfortable topcoat which can be worn over suit or dress is most useful.
(I wonder what they'd say about shopping at Target?)
At Home: The homemaker often makes the big mistake of thinking she does not have to look her best when doing her daily chores. Actually, ill fitting clothes lower her morale and make her less able to cope with everyday trials. This doesn't mean she has to dress up, but it does mean that she should look neat and trim. (Obviously this person has never chased 3 boys around a house all day.) If you look well and feel comfortable in slacks or shorts, wear them when working in the home. But be sure you look well in them and that they fit properly. A simple shirtwaist or wrap-around with flared or pleated skirt will often present a much more attractive appearance and be just as comfortable as pants. For evenings at home a simple dress is always in good taste. But dress up a little if you wish. It adds a touch of gaiety or elegance to a family gathering. However, the degree of dressing-up depends on your situation. Fancy pants or long skirts may look ludicrous in one place, marvelous in another.
For Shopping: By this, we mean shopping in a city dipartment store. Slacks and shorts are taboo. Again, simple dresses and suits are best. A comfortable topcoat which can be worn over suit or dress is most useful. (I wonder what they'd say about shopping at Target?)
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Vintage sewing books are the best, aren't they? They are hilarious.
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