{"product_id":"1940s-wide-leg-trousers-rayon-blouse","title":"1940s Wide Leg Trousers \u0026 Rayon Blouse","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1940s Wide Leg Trousers \u0026amp; Draped Rayon Blouse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaken from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eauthentic 1940s sewing patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this two-piece outfit captures the beautifully tailored yet effortlessly feminine style of the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs is so often the case with original vintage patterns, I have made a few careful adjustments to improve the fit for a modern figure while retaining the original 1940s character. I’ve also had some invaluable fitting help from a friend and former \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiss Twinwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose knowledge and experience of authentic 1940s fashion has helped me refine the patterns while I’m temporarily unable to model and fit them myself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe trousers are made in a lovely \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewool and cotton blend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving them enough structure to hold that unmistakable 1940s wide-leg shape while still being comfortable to wear. They sit high at the natural waist, with an elegant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextended waistband\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that really defines the waistline, traditional belt loops for adding your favourite vintage belt, a pressed front crease and deep turn-up cuffs at the hem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe coordinating blouse is made in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoft, flowing rayon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the beautiful drape so characteristic of 1940s clothing. It features a gently shaped neckline with a slash opening towards the bust, finished with a delicate little tie at the front. Light, floaty and extremely easy to wear, it works just as beautifully tucked into these trousers as it does paired with skirts and other high-waisted separates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the bold red trousers and tropical floral blouse create a wonderfully playful vintage look while keeping the silhouette firmly rooted in the 1940s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic 1940s patterns, carefully adjusted for improved modern fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-waisted, wide-leg trousers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWool and cotton blend fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended shaped waistband\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional belt loops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressed front crease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn-up cuffs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft rayon blouse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic 1940s draped shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront slash neckline with delicate tie detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoice of plain or printed rayon options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrousers and blouse can be mixed and matched with your existing vintage wardrobe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividually handmade to order in my Somerset studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eindividually handmade to order by myself in my Somerset studio, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecombining the beautiful details and proportions of original 1940s clothing with the small fit adjustments needed to make genuine vintage patterns work beautifully on a modern body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Violets In May","offers":[{"title":"6","offer_id":58471264813439,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":58471264878975,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":58471264944511,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12","offer_id":58471265010047,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14","offer_id":58471265075583,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16","offer_id":58471265141119,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18","offer_id":58471265206655,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7532\/5746\/files\/320B150B-B8B2-426C-8A14-7C8966ADE5FF.jpg?v=1789887050","url":"https:\/\/violetsinmay.co.uk\/products\/1940s-wide-leg-trousers-rayon-blouse","provider":"Violets In May","version":"1.0","type":"link"}