Ceeb of Miami: Gold Lame Jumpsuit

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRereG4O-v0m_tqX-vL1bKc04AumqoWM1E1mbnMIa_jdEsooZxhUACkyhyu2pSS_bPIFiydOZKID4jC9SMSnPVuVHERKmwa1d10t8qL_aiO0GIf256CTFG1cxn-XEE93pFdIrGH0WuKDjx/s1600/Ceeb+of+Miami.gold.4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRereG4O-v0m_tqX-vL1bKc04AumqoWM1E1mbnMIa_jdEsooZxhUACkyhyu2pSS_bPIFiydOZKID4jC9SMSnPVuVHERKmwa1d10t8qL_aiO0GIf256CTFG1cxn-XEE93pFdIrGH0WuKDjx/s640/Ceeb+of+Miami.gold.4.jpg" /></a></div><br />This super glam gold jumpsuit was made by "Ceeb of Miami", and probably dates from the late 1950's. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5MAR-MNB8VQCv49yH9VItp_BH9rQdks5UUf3ZirN68YneSjrfbNvDo5EMfrHSFbabMXkQo_IAp5kZupiyIk9aFNRIlTWO5mrjukuuy165miQMPcx_5jwUnBKsMzja-6mIyYfqO3w91p6K/s1600/Ceeb+of+Miami.gold.1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5MAR-MNB8VQCv49yH9VItp_BH9rQdks5UUf3ZirN68YneSjrfbNvDo5EMfrHSFbabMXkQo_IAp5kZupiyIk9aFNRIlTWO5mrjukuuy165miQMPcx_5jwUnBKsMzja-6mIyYfqO3w91p6K/s640/Ceeb+of+Miami.gold.1.jpg" /></a></div><br />It was recently sold by my friend Holly at her <a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/177001980?">"French Laundry Co."</a> shop on Etsy. But before it left her shop, I was able to get to see it up close, and thought I would share what I found with you. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWgoV1kvsjkSGlCW0T25zVZeZxeDujlUX_GyX9RME3A7JwT9EduByZ75BlKWPquXj0mVM-EwD9CYQ8HgNy0lCs7CXbXwGTgg68H_k1JpG3_urg3OkwgTxkCWv76Jib3wpzkYB6UZGuPN-P/s1600/Slide7.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWgoV1kvsjkSGlCW0T25zVZeZxeDujlUX_GyX9RME3A7JwT9EduByZ75BlKWPquXj0mVM-EwD9CYQ8HgNy0lCs7CXbXwGTgg68H_k1JpG3_urg3OkwgTxkCWv76Jib3wpzkYB6UZGuPN-P/s400/Slide7.JPG" width="500" /></a></div><br /><br />This bustier plus capri pant combo is made from a very stretch lame fabric. The lame fabric is stiff, yet flexible, with stretch in the cross-wise grain. The capri pants are simple, with traditional darting and slits at the ankles. It has a deep metal zipper with inside placket up the center back seamline. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP5Lui6oFkA3J6Orkcmk6YCBsXWSM41WfyMfFFAzzFy8DK9TM7vpObEg6DE608Ruu5X7wJKXF9hboJYA4xHiObqO2TSCqJtWhGMuGojrzMYEAMEuJlNnZRxmSbjn2bpxpQBeG9rsff8bQ_/s1600/Slide2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP5Lui6oFkA3J6Orkcmk6YCBsXWSM41WfyMfFFAzzFy8DK9TM7vpObEg6DE608Ruu5X7wJKXF9hboJYA4xHiObqO2TSCqJtWhGMuGojrzMYEAMEuJlNnZRxmSbjn2bpxpQBeG9rsff8bQ_/s400/Slide2.JPG" width="500" /></a></div><br />The bustier is sewn with all-over sequin trim in a serpentine pattern. The bodice shaping is princess seamlines, with a back zipper. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtl1ScWw_KR0OsDcI1gmZ8tVakcqjE-HxDOvGB4MgL0BfrKeaCUKiubavhY2Zei8DOuxKCc4fHuw5Zhe49fOspJYamCiPmlgyMCdIjH_mSmTAxMNgAv2mCmEgQsse6Onup_1P1_eIX99N/s1600/Slide1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtl1ScWw_KR0OsDcI1gmZ8tVakcqjE-HxDOvGB4MgL0BfrKeaCUKiubavhY2Zei8DOuxKCc4fHuw5Zhe49fOspJYamCiPmlgyMCdIjH_mSmTAxMNgAv2mCmEgQsse6Onup_1P1_eIX99N/s400/Slide1.JPG" width="500" /></a></div><br />The bustier is constructed with a full bra sewn into the top. There are small removeable stays at the sides of the built in bra to keep it 'up'. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7PfvhCZ0KF_zHpXeuJJVoZ20ZsFSuN2Bax6_7sDuo185zXtqtH-wfLWa1LkRyBznobOLO0nVUnR-kEJCYjVtT-YFJe2m0Xx2HQOepSpEsZv1nB0KQpHv1PDn40aULZL6giotntL9lemA8/s1600/Slide6.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7PfvhCZ0KF_zHpXeuJJVoZ20ZsFSuN2Bax6_7sDuo185zXtqtH-wfLWa1LkRyBznobOLO0nVUnR-kEJCYjVtT-YFJe2m0Xx2HQOepSpEsZv1nB0KQpHv1PDn40aULZL6giotntL9lemA8/s400/Slide6.JPG" width="500" /></a></div>There is a fold-over edge facing around the edges. This fold-over edge is backed with elastic to be sure it fits tightly. A wide nylon fabric fly backs the zipper opening to prevent any skin pinches. Buttons are sewn into the top edge of the bustier for removable straps. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3PaG5sWMh0Zlr_P03zCon24df-Oyb_LMpd5nufFIiHy0gtBMLL4KfykczsNHTSWDv4fNlICufdJnGwEy1xgbfV3KH1h69ieknWB650JqfLTiVpX9lkU3oFWH6h5n_Dk7z0tgbsncV5up0/s1600/Slide3.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3PaG5sWMh0Zlr_P03zCon24df-Oyb_LMpd5nufFIiHy0gtBMLL4KfykczsNHTSWDv4fNlICufdJnGwEy1xgbfV3KH1h69ieknWB650JqfLTiVpX9lkU3oFWH6h5n_Dk7z0tgbsncV5up0/s400/Slide3.JPG" width="500" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0LTUfUpdylcP0sLV39Lg2c6rCfuFrKJCrCY4uVl4KJL1gaW7IdVlhWn1VmWfBuDWep_HjbL2M4C7moZiU20cJsx9Rb4jMjlRz5Y7P5oK3ncgF8yi0eLpSPYSD66Cq7X-6RKJBU9NM8-L/s1600/Slide4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0LTUfUpdylcP0sLV39Lg2c6rCfuFrKJCrCY4uVl4KJL1gaW7IdVlhWn1VmWfBuDWep_HjbL2M4C7moZiU20cJsx9Rb4jMjlRz5Y7P5oK3ncgF8yi0eLpSPYSD66Cq7X-6RKJBU9NM8-L/s400/Slide4.JPG" width="500" /></a></div><br />The sequin design was applied after the bodice was sewn, using a chain stitch machine. It appears that the bodice front was sewn to the pant front across the waistline seam first. At this point the sequins were applied. After that the side seams were sewn. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ7NAnB1zsihl_65hB3mrDHKLty1n9GN7HQBqwraVItPaVzJur8_sOl3z5j8RVu1kOQFxvayZShEwoLrTMSvM0sBNNiH1quz75zlPbc1qr2EHYTRIfKFuC6FpM-MFhEP2O8WpHF2WyWARa/s1600/Slide5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ7NAnB1zsihl_65hB3mrDHKLty1n9GN7HQBqwraVItPaVzJur8_sOl3z5j8RVu1kOQFxvayZShEwoLrTMSvM0sBNNiH1quz75zlPbc1qr2EHYTRIfKFuC6FpM-MFhEP2O8WpHF2WyWARa/s400/Slide5.JPG" width="500" /></a></div><br />The center back zipper is a strong metal type. This slide shows that zipper, both open to expose that fly fabric, and zipped up. A heavy snap secures the top edge. <br /><br />Overall, this jumpsuit has a surprisingly simple pattern design and uses construction methods that are not difficult. The type of boning and lining that we often expect to see in a bustier is not present here. Perhaps this is because most women would be wearing their own strapless bra, often in a 'long line' design to the waist. This would then mean that the garment does not need to provide support or 'molded' bustline shaping. <br /><br />The garment label lists this as a size 12 / 34. <br /><br />Garment Measurements: <br /><br />Bust: 34 inches<br />Waist 28 inches<br />Hips: 42 inches<br />Inseam crotch to hem: 25 inches<br />Underarm to waist: 8 inches <br /><br /><br />If you want to sew a glam jumpsuit like this for yourself, I think it would not be difficult. By working with a good pant pattern to start, a princess seamline bustier can be sewn to that around the waistline. <br /><br />Pants: try Butterick B5895, a pant with 'high' waistline and back zipper (omit the pockets), or Vogue pant fitting pattern, V1003, a classic pant that has all the right darts. <br /><br />Bustier: Butterick B5419, a long line bustier that can be altered to stop at the waistline. The bodice for McCalls M6646, is perfect. <br /><br /><br />On the Ceeb website they state that they have been in business since 1942 in southern Florida.  Their main product is swimwear, I'm also interested in finding out more about jumpsuits of this type from the "Ceeb" label.  Feel free to share what you know in the comment section. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaAyg46WkxJwRJmDJr-t5HRu10Bo7AquAi1ePsGTVbW7nWfgBwmr9UuORPVRlowLphyphenhyphen44Z92OUL9GpYpo5QgUw9hiviv5u8zPngHFbj7UIMigwTPVyabCiNIokvpEtLHR1fVY19n6sdNuF/s1600/CeebGoldJumpSuit.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaAyg46WkxJwRJmDJr-t5HRu10Bo7AquAi1ePsGTVbW7nWfgBwmr9UuORPVRlowLphyphenhyphen44Z92OUL9GpYpo5QgUw9hiviv5u8zPngHFbj7UIMigwTPVyabCiNIokvpEtLHR1fVY19n6sdNuF/s640/CeebGoldJumpSuit.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>

Ceeb of Miami: Gold Lame Jumpsuit

This super glam gold jumpsuit was made by "Ceeb of Miami", and probably dates from the late 1950's. It was recently sold by ...

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A Closer View: Navy Silk Sheath, c. 1955

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide1-1_zps10c6724a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide1-1_zps10c6724a.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br><br>One of the best ways to learn fine dress making is to study examples of the craft. This silk sheath dress from the mid-1950's is a great example. It is clearly a custom made dress, with many hand sewn details. By looking at it in detail, we can learn more about the design and drape of this wrapped 'sarong style' dress, along with tips on how to sew a feather weight dress like this that holds its shape well when worn. <br><br>This gorgeous navy dress of silk twill has a blue floral pattern that is probably Italian silk. It is backed by lining that is sewn 'in one' with the outer fashion fabric. I use the term 'flat lining' for this process. The lining is also used as a base to hold the drapery in place. It is probable that the customer had a fitting wearing the lining, while the dress designer wrapped the silk fashion fabric around the body, pleating it into the side seams as shown below. <br><br>The right and left sides are patterned and sewn differently, creating the signature sarong effect. This sarong skirt is sewn into the sheath side seam on the right, but it wraps around the left without a side seam, hanging open at the center back. <br><br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide2-1_zps0ca83a2f.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide2-1_zps0ca83a2f.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide3-1_zps8bf2b4af.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide3-1_zps8bf2b4af.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide4-1_zpsbc84d929.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide4-1_zpsbc84d929.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide5-1_zps01acfeb3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide5-1_zps01acfeb3.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br>Looking inside the dress we can see the construction techniques. These are classic points. The scarf weight fashion fabric was 'backed' by a lining. The two layers were stitched together, then cut with pinking shears. When pressed open, the stitching shows clearly that this was 'flat lined'. <br><br>The transfer marks used to place the darts shows as little white dots. These would have been part of the custom or couture process. Seam tape is sewn along the waistline seam to stablize it and keep it from ripping apart. This tape was also used to edge the hem. Using hem tape is an easy way to provide a clean edge that is easy to sew through. <br><br>The bodice of this dress was cut with princess seam lines in the back, while the front had conventional darts. The fashion fabric was draped on top of this and sewn in place. This same lining was used in the skirt, but only to the knee level. This would keep the hips smooth, but allow the hem area to drape nicely. <br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide6-1_zps8f338eb6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide6-1_zps8f338eb6.jpg" width="550" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide7-1_zps1ebf9ff7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="415" src="http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/pintucks/Blog%20Pix%20Pintucks/Slide7-1_zps1ebf9ff7.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br><br>This wonderful dress is listed in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/123254798/reservedsilk-wrap-sheath-in-navy-silk">shop on Etsy</a> where you will find more photos of it. If you like this style, look for designs by Dorothy O'Hara, Helen Rose, and Peggy Hunt among others from that era who specialized in draped dresses. <i>(this dress does not have a label)</i><br><br>

A Closer View: Navy Silk Sheath, c. 1955

One of the best ways to learn fine dress making is to study examples of the craft. This silk sheath dress from the mid-1950's is a grea...

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