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VPOD: Vintage 1950s Alfred Shahen Sundresses


Yesterday the Los Angeles Times reported on the death of Alfred Shaheen in late December. This man completely revolutionized the garment industry in postwar Hawaii so let’s take just a moment to pay tribute to this business and fashion icon.

At a time when manufacturers in Hawaii would have to store a year’s worth of fabric because of possible shipping delays, Shaheen took matters into his own…

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VPOD: Shaheen Sarong

Every Alfred Shaheen print has a history that can be traced to a Polynesian or Far Eastern culture. And today’s VPOD is no exception.

This 1950s rayon dress features native fisherman along with colorful fish. And like all Shaheen prints, it was handscreened onto the fabric using separate screens for each color in the design. But unlike many Shaheen prints that are bright and colorful, this…

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VPOD: Golden Goddess

For centuries, gold has been associated with wealth and power. In fact, the Inca’s of South America considered gold to be the “sweat of the Sun,” their most important deity.

Fortunately, these days, you don’t need to be a queen or religious leader in order to wear gold. Today’s VPOD is available to any gal who hopes to turn heads. This striking little frock is by…

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