Monthly Archives: June 2020

Miami Springs: The Edge of the Everglades

Posted on June 21, 2020 by Paula

Marie had grown up on “the Beach”, but it was too expensive for a young couple to buy a home on that island for their growing family. And the GI bill, which offered mortgage assistance, only applied to new housing. … Continue reading →

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Start Smoking at Thirteen–How Does This Happen?

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Paula

We are still focusing on the late 1940s and early 1950s when I was a toddler. Marie and Paul were young parents of four children. Like many in their generation, both of my parents were enthusiastic smokers. These were the … Continue reading →

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Dressed for the Occasion

Posted on June 6, 2020 by Paula

I’ve been a collector for as long as I can remember. I’m especially drawn to fabric items like these unique TWA uniforms. Occasionally, I’ve seen this uniform for sale online, but I have no space for more fabric. Instead, for … Continue reading →

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Hollywood Styled, Subdued Elegance….1944-1955

Posted on June 1, 2020 by Paula

I’ve been fascinated by the design of this 1944-1955 TWA hostess uniform and the story behind it since I first saw it in photographs. These uniforms were designed by Howard Greer, a Hollywood designer, and are known as the “cut-out” … Continue reading →

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