Skip to main content

The Way We Wore

Recent Sales

"The Way We Wore Styles of the 1930s and '40s" Book by Marsha Hunt
Located in North Hollywood, CA
“The Way We Wore: Styles of the 1930s and '40s and Our World Since Then” Book by Marsha Hunt
Category

1990s American Art Deco Books

Materials

Paper

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "The Way We Wore", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Questions About The Way We Wore
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cro-Magnons were the first people to wear jewelry. Archeologists have discovered bone bracelets and necklaces produced roughly 40,000 years ago by the predecessors of Homo sapiens. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique and vintage jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Trends from the 1950s included skinny ties, sports coats, letterman jackets, bowling shirts and saddle shoes. Men like Frank Sinatra helped define trends in the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    In ancient Greece, wealthy people were the ones who wore jewelry. Even in ancient times, jewelry was a status symbol, with men and women wearing it to showcase their affluence. Jewelry worn by the ancient Greeks included rings, diadems, armbands, necklaces, earrings, pendants, headbands and brooches. Explore a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Jennifer Lopez wore the iconic Versace jungle dress to the 2000 Grammy Awards. However, Donatella Versace was actually the first one to wear the dress. She posed in it at the 1999 Met Gala. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The heart necklace Samantha wore on Bewitched was a white gold diamond pavé pendant. It actually belonged to actress Elizabeth Montgomery, who played the lead role. It was a gift from her husband, William Asher, director of many episodes of the sitcom. Shop a variety of heart pendants on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Hippies dressed the way they did to rebel against the conformity of the mainstream culture that developed during the 1950s and early 1960s. Their loose, flowing garments often crossed previously well-defined gender lines and contrasted sharply with the tailored suits and dresses worn by their parents. The fashion trends of the counterculture aligned with the hippies' activism, such as their protests against government policies regarding the Vietnam War, racial segregation, women's rights and other social and political issues. Shop a range of vintage 1960s clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Giacometti was a Surrealist in the sense that, during the early 1930s, his work reflected his psychological state. Art historians refer to this period in the Italian sculptor's career as his Surrealist period. Some works made during this time include Suspended Ball, The Palace at 4 a.m., Woman With Her Throat Cut and L'Objet Invisible. Find a collection of Alberto Giacometti art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best way to ship a poster is to Roll your poster, along with acid-free tissue paper, and place it in the shipping tube. Close the shipping tube with a cap. Then use bubble wrap to wrap both ends of the tube to protect the ends. Also, make sure the package is within the max weight and dimensions of the USPS First Class package.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    There are many ways to store shoes in order to best care for your treasured footwear. Don’t store shoes on the floor of your closet — they’re likely to get scuffed and dirty there. You can put them into boxes or stackable containers that won’t hide them so that they’re visible and easily accessible. Alternatively, hanging organizers that you can position prominently in your closet if you have the space are a good storage solution for your shoes. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage shoe storage options.
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2023
    The best way to store shoes depends on your personal preferences and available space. Many people prefer to store their shoes in the original boxes. If you don't have enough room to accommodate a large collection of boxes, a shoe rack, shoe cupboard or hanging shoe organizer can allow you to keep your footwear organized. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of shoe racks and cupboards.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best way to store vinyl records is in an upright position to ensure they stay in good condition. Records that have been stored at a slant for an extended period can warp because of the uneven pressure that has been placed on them. Therefore, records are often kept in crates that position them upright. Shop a range of antique and vintage racks to store vinyl on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best way to store a tie is one where the tie is least likely to wrinkle or crease. You could either hang it on a tie rack or loosely roll it up and store it in a drawer. It is preferable to have dividers to separate the drawer into small squares so that the ties are neat and organized. Find a collection of antique and vintage tie racks and drawers on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The best way to store shoes depends on your personal preferences and available space. Many people prefer to store their shoes in the original boxes. If you don't have enough room to accommodate a large collection of boxes, a shoe rack, shoe cupboard or hanging shoe organizer can allow you to keep your footwear organized. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of shoe racks and cupboards.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Which way a striped carpet should be laid depends on the effect that you want to achieve. Generally, stripes create an illusion of depth to make a room seem larger. As a result, experts typically recommend orienting stripes so they run parallel to the shorter walls in a room. Explore a wide range of striped carpets on 1stDibs.
  • It depends on the size and how a painting is framed. When we ship paintings from sales on 1st dibs I use professional packers to pack the piece and then either DHL, UPS or FedEx to ship.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A coarse sandpaper or a sanding block or a power sander can be utilized for sanding and removing old finish from your furniture. Working with a medium-grit sandpaper in order to strip away any residue should follow.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.

  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    There is no single correct way to wear your wedding rings. Traditionally, the wedding ring goes on first to symbolically position it closest to the heart. However, not everyone follows this tradition. Some people prefer to put their engagement ring on first and then secure it with their wedding ring. Other people purchase two-piece wedding rings that can frame the engagement ring or be worn above or below it. Feel free to wear your wedding jewelry in whatever way appeals to you. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Typically, the best way to hang floating shelves is to install them into wall studs with screws. You can use a stud finder tool to locate the studs in the wall. A power drill can speed up installation. Shop a selection of floating shelves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best way to organize kitchen cupboards is by keeping in mind how you will use the contents. When you take a look at the items inside the cabinet, think about how frequently you use each item. Store the items you use most often in easy to reach locations — the front of the cabinet is best for an everyday item, or perhaps in canisters on the counter. The back of the cupboard, or higher shelves, should be reserved for items that you use less frequently. Shop a range of antique and vintage kitchen cupboards on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best way to store vinyl records is in an upright position to prevent them from warping. They should be stored in the supplied sleeve (preferably a poly sleeve) and the outer jacket. On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage storage cabinets and other storage solutions that will be suitable for your collection of vinyl records.