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Photographic Print : Two adverts from Kestos, brassieres and girdles and Debenham & Freebody beach outfit. Date: May 1940
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Two adverts from Kestos, brassieres and girdles and Debenham & Freebody beach outfit. Date: May 1940
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Media ID 32221648
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Advertisements Adverts Brassieres Debenham Freebody Garment Garments Girdles Kestos Lastex Outfit Outfits Undergarments Underwear Wrap Fashionable
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage collection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. Featuring two classic advertisements from May 1940, these prints transport you to a bygone era. The first ad showcases the elegance of Kestos, with their brassieres and girdles, promising a perfect fit and timeless style. The second ad invites you to the beach with Debenham & Freebody, showcasing their stylish and trendy beach outfit that embodies the spirit of the season. Add these beautiful prints to your home decor and bring a touch of history into your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step back in time to May 1940 with this vintage print featuring two adverts from Kestos and Debenham & Freebody. The first advert showcases the latest brassieres and girdles from Kestos, highlighting the fashion trends of the era for women's undergarments. With a focus on comfort and style, these pieces were essential for creating the perfect silhouette.
The second advert features a beach outfit from Debenham & Freebody, offering women a chic and practical option for their seaside adventures. Made with lastex fabric, this ensemble is designed to flatter while providing freedom of movement – ideal for soaking up the sun in style.
Both ads capture the essence of 1940s fashion, showcasing how clothing played an important role in expressing individuality and staying on-trend during wartime. From structured bras to figure-enhancing girdles, these undergarments were essential foundations for any woman's wardrobe.
Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or simply appreciate retro style, this print offers a glimpse into the past that is sure to inspire nostalgia and admiration for the timeless elegance of 1940s attire. Transport yourself to another era with these iconic advertisements that continue to captivate audiences today.
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