From wartime chic to Hollywood glamour, the turban was an essential part of a woman's wardrobe during the 1940's. What could be more simple: a length of fabric wrapped around the head and manipulated into pure sophistication. During World War II, women entered the workforce taking manual jobs in the factories and on the farms. Turbans became a necessity to cover and protect the hair. Making your own turban was encouraged by the government as rationing heralded a new norm. There was a wealth…

From wartime chic to Hollywood glamour, the turban was an essential part of a woman's wardrobe during the 1940's. What could be more simple:...

Chicago Mail Order 1941

My second wee ’40s-inspired Style Snapshot comes from a blink-and-you-miss-it moment in that 1945 classic, Brief Encounter. For most the film, the main character (played by Celia Johnson) wea…

Learn six differnt way to tie a vintage style turban with this tutorial. Turbans are a fun way to acheive a vintage 1940s style.

Turbans became stylish in the mid 1930s, but they really came into their own during World War Two. I puzzled for a while about when to date this photo, but the wide, structured shoulders made me deci

Few stars of the 1940s and 1950s were as glamorous as Lana Turner. To me, Lana topped the list of Hollywood glamour queens! Lana was always camera ready, always fashionable, usually decked out in jewels, and with that platinum mane of hair impeccably coifed, she truly was the definition of movie star. For more about the thoughtful, funny, generous woman beneath the movie star image, visit my website!❤️ #lanaturner #tcm #letsmovie #classicfilms #classicmovies #macaronsandmimi

Turban by Madame Pauline Vogue declared for Spring 1941: Be prepared to wear floral hats this season. They're fresh, optimistic, and men...

Today I have hats from Sears fall/winter, 1941.