1940's WW2 fashion - Large image warning

[ladyk]

Well, you can't keep the Parisian's down, even in occupation! I just came across these on ebay, and oh my... I rather wish I had the skill to make my own patterns as I want quite a few of these outfits for myself.

There are 2 books, Idees and Sport.

These are from the Idees book

These are from Sport

Oh, I'm just smitten with them all!

The rest I have popped here and are well worth a look.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kirstyw/sets/627463/

xxx

 

[Tin Pan Sally]

Oh how cute! Especially 4,5,6

 

[rubyredlocks]

How pretty they all are!
I would love the little green number in the last pic on the right.

 

[Snookie]

*bump*

These are too nice to languish at the botttom.

So...which set do you like best? Idees or Sport? Or is there a time and place for each, so you just can't choose?

Which styles do you think look the most "vintage", and which are the most "classic"? (As in, which ones could only be late 30's/40's, and which ones would be appropriate in any decade? None? All?)

Lastly, these styles are illustrated with teensy-tiny waists. Which styles do you think would be flattering on a larger woman?

Sorry, didn't mean to be asking essay questions - just curious about what ya'll think!