I just found a 1947 Montgomery Ward catalog with over 1000 pages. Look at those bathing suits. I am a little obsessed with the clothing from that era. I have been searching for a vintage 40s sewing pattern to try. The clothing from the 40s I feel I could even wear today with out sticking out so much as the clothing from the 50s. Here is one pattern I have been stalking. ( I wish I had her tiny hips)
