HOUR OF CHARM - VIVIEN

HOUR OF CHARM - VIVIEN.

The Hour of Charm was a popular all-female orchestra of the 1930's and 40's. They performed on tour, on radio and in films of that era. This beautiful set dates from the height of the band's popularity during the 1940's and WW II and features some really lovely gowns and fashions of that period. There are two poses for each of the three dolls with numbering of the separates and hats to match them up. 

I will be posting the other two dolls tomorrow and Thursday.

 

MARIQUITAS - LADYBUGS

MARIQUITAS - LADYBUGS.

Published in a Spanish magazine during the late 1940's through the 1960's these Mariquitas which translates to Ladybugs offer a different take on traditional paper dolls. These very glamorous little girls Sport a mix of contemporary fashion as well as some more traditional costumes.

 

PEG, NAN, KAY & SUE

Peg, Nan, Kay & Sue Background Left Side

Peg, Nan, Kay & Sue Background Right Side

PEG, NAN, KAY & SUE.

This set is nothing if not quietly revolutionary. Four young girls, "Tweens" I imagine as they do not yet appear to be teenagers. The interesting part is the ethnicity of each girl plus the fact that they can share outfits ( Peg and Kay can wear the same clothes and Nan and Sue can also). For 1966 this was a very different and unique view of a better world of inclusivity and equality. I will leave it at that with a sigh.

 

BETTY & TAMMY

BETTY & TAMMY.

No post yesterday due to a family emergency.

Betty & Tammy are such a sweet pair with a colorful little wardrobe. I'm not sure that this is a complete set but it is all I have and I have not seen these dolls anywhere else.

More fun paper dolls coming tomorrow! 

 

PINK CLOUD BRIDE

PINK CLOUD BRIDE.

We will conclude our Bridal Week with what many consider the finest set of all, The Pink Cloud Bride from the early 1950's. This one has it all with a full trousseau for the Bride,  her attendants and Flower Girl along with some nice outfits for the often neglected Groom.

If Wedding paper doll sets are your thing then check out these other posts on this site:

Wedding Set -  March 11, 2024

1970's Bride & Groom -  January 7, 2025

Here Comes The Bride - February 21, 2025

The Wedding Party - March 14, 2025

Modern Bride - June 27, 2025

Bride & Groom - July 30, 2025

and

Julie's Wedding - August 26-28, 2025