Ephemera on clothing : Box 1 : Pre 1990

Item Number

Title

Author

Date

Format

Description

Folder 1/ Item 01

Sample no. 9 of cloth after dyeing

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, sample of red and blue cloth inside

Folder 1/ Item 02

Active Sportswear / Australia's leading specialists in bowls fashions and accessories

Active Sportswear

1967

catalogue

message from managing director Fred Sandell, information on Active Sportswear services, measurements, minicare fabrics, illustrations of different styles, list of garment styles and prices, knitwear and rainwear, undergarments, shoes and recommended cleaners, women's bowls bags, men's blazers, slacks, knitwear, jackets, shirts, hats and ties, advertisements for the Home Bowla, mail order form, samples of fabrics with information on materials and colours, how to order by mail, list of nearest Active Sportswear branches

Folder 1/ Item 03

Cavalcade of fashion / A parade of changing fashions over 150 years

The North Shore Cavalcade Group

[pre-1993]

programme

information on 'Parade of History: Our Women's History', heirlooms and clothing restoration, list of members, loose leaflet with programme and clothing articles inside, names of cast and models

Folder 1/ Item 04

You are invited to preview an exclusive collection of imported spring models …

Richards

[1966]

flyer

information on Richards' spring collection, new English 'K' shoes, photograph of model

Folder 1/ Item 05

Customer's pre-selection week

Richards

1969

folded pamphlet

promotion for Richards' winter sale, 1st-7th July 1969, information on prices and materials for men's suits, top coats, ties, dressing gowns, pyjamas, socks, sports coats, trousers, business shirts, sports shits, knitwear and imported English shoes, women's topcoats and raincoats, frocks, suits, ensembles, shoes, knitwear and skirts, blouses

Folder 1/ Item 06

Autumn preview from Richards

Richards

[1962]

folded pamphlet

list of international clothing brands, photographs of models and descriptions of women's clothing, knitwear and prices, imported shoes, men's knitwear, illustrations

Folder 1/ Item 07

The Hunters Hill quilt show / Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 September

The Hunters Hill Quilters

1986

folded booklet

information on the Hunters Hill Quilters, mention of painter, teacher, printmaker and tapestry designer John Coburn as guest of honour, catalogue of quilts including descriptions of who made them, inspiration for designs, materials, prices, list of old quilts, local quilters, advertisements for local guilds and workshops

Folder 1/ Item 08

The London look for autumn from Richards

Richards

[pre-1966]

folded pamphlet

information on knitwear and photographs of models wearing articles, descriptions of clothes and prices, Daks skirts, knits by Jaeger, Ballantyne, Braemar and Pringle, suits for autumn, English 'K' shoes, coats by Rodex, Aquascutum, Dereta and Burberry

Folder 1/ Item 09

Autumn collection 1968

Richards

1968

folded pamphlet

information on Richards overseas collection, descriptions of Aquascutum collection, Daks tailored skirts including prices, materials and colours, imported shoes, photographs of models and clothing articles

Folder 1/ Item 10

Coats Mercer-Crochet design

Coats Sewing Group

1966

leaflet

crochet pattern for collar and cuffs, table of sizes, instructions, photograph of actual size of motifs in Mercer-Crochet

Folder 1/ Item 11

First summer sale of the recently opened Georgie's Boutique

Georgie's Boutique

[Jan. 1975]

flyer

promotional flyer with information on reduced prices, location of Georgie's Boutique and phone number

Folder 1/ Item 12

The American Shoe Store comes to Crows Nest

American Shoe Store

[pre-1980]

flyer

promotional flyer with information on shoe brands, 15% special opening offer, street map with location of American Shoe Store on Willoughby Road

Folder 1/ Item 13

Pierre Cardin suits all $250 …

Lenard Charles Menswear

1985

flyer

promotional flyer with information on regular and sale prices for menswear, street map with location of Lenard Charles Menswear

Folder 1/ Item 14

Quality Menswear

Noone Pty Ltd., Quay Shirt Shop, Miller St. Men's Wear

flyer

promotional flyer with information on discounts and savings on suits, jackets, sports trousers, business and sports shirts, shorts and pyjamas

Folder 1/ Item 15

The Lux Book / Knitting for 1936

Lux, Lever Bros. Ltd.

[1936]

book

patterns for a casual jumper, fringed jumper, full-back cardigan, leaf scarf, hostess jumper, tie-neck jumper, collars and cuffs, singlets, angora vestee, night dress, man's cardigan, man's socks, child's singlet, school girl's jumper, baby's set, instructions for grafting, girl's coat and beret, gaiter suit, photographs of fashion models, advertisement for Lux toilet soap

Folder 1/ Item 16

The Lux Book 1939 / Advanced knitting styles

Lux, Lever Bros. Ltd.

[1939]

book

patterns for women's wear including hip-length jacket, short-sleeved jumper, shirt-waist frock, twin set, sleeveless pullover, ribbed jumper, striped jumper, matron's cardigan, bed jacket, undies, ankle socks, men's wear including pullover and evening scarf, children's wear including girl's button-up jumper, schoolboy's pullover, rompers and cap set, little girl's hood and cape, baby's set, baby's crawlers, schoolboy's socks, information including fashion news, washing instructions, abbreviations and knitting hints, photographs of fashion models and illustrations, advertisement for Lux toilet soap

Folder 1/ Item 17

Aquascutum of London invite you to view their 1969 autumn collection at Richards of Sydney

Aquascutum

1969

folded pamphlet

information on and photographs of suits, sports jackets, overcoats, raincoat, dresses and seamed coat

Folder 1/ Item 18

The Australian collection 1978 to be presented in South East Asia

Malaysia Airlines

1978

booklet

photographs of models, information on sponsors, programme, prizes and the Australian collection 1978

Folder 1/ Item 19

Dear Ms Morris / The purpose of this letter is to give you a cheque worth $100…

Berkeley Furs

Apr. 15, 1984

letter

letter and cheque addressed to Ms J Morris, cheque expires 31st May 1984, phone number for transport to Burwood, information on store and services

Folder 1/ Item 20

Fashion menswear winter sale

Cove Toggery

[1979]

flyer

handwritten information on winter sale at Cove Toggery, Lane Cove, Neutral Bay Shopping Village, reduced prices for business suits and shirts, sports shirts and coats, trousers, ties

Folder 1/ Item 21

Mens clearance sale

Cove Toggery

[1979]

flyer

handwritten information on clearance sale at Cove Toggery, Carlington Court, Neutral Bay Shopping Village, reduced prices for suits, coats, jackets, trousers, shoes and ties

Folder 1/ Item 22

Corporate collection / Commonwealth Employment Service

Henry Harris Uniforms

[1987]

book

photographs of and information on jackets, dresses, slacks and skirts, blouses, shirts, knitwear, sizing guide

Folder 1/ Item 23

Your Galvin experience

Wella

[Mar. 22, 1976]

folder

information on Joshua Galvin, loose paper and templates for hair designs inside

Folder 1/ Item 24

We sell and recommend Chromol

[Chromol]

poster

cardboard poster promoting ox hide leather

Folder 1/ Item 25

Hardy Brothers Limited / Gift collection 1984

Hardy Brothers

[1984]

catalogue

information on and photographs of jewellery collection including pearls, rubies, diamonds, emeralds, coloured stones, summer gold, sapphires, Mauboussin, clocks, watches, gifts for men, porcelain collections, silver and crystal, figurines, duty free prices, gift certificates and tokens, corporate and executive gift service, regular services, crested ware, engraving and embossing, credit cards, gift wrapping and delivery

Folder 1/ Item 26

Millinery / Hats renovated or made to order

poster

cardboard poster with text

Folder 1/ Item 27

Lingerie Susan

Sussan

[1985]

catalogue

photographs of fashion models and information on prices for sleepwear

Folder 1/ Item 28

Put adventure in your life / September Girl private label

September Girl

[1984]

catalogue

photographs of female fashion models, women's clothing, information on prices, displaying jumpsuits, sleepwear, dresses, skirts, tops

Folder 1/ Item 29

May fashions

[J. Roberts]

May 1854

flyer

promotion for new shawls, bonnets, hats, ribbons, silks, dresses, prints, gloves, hosiery, parasols, window muslins on 8 & 10 Mill Street

Folder 1/ Item 30

Two-piece suits given away. Our unique offer.

[1917]

flyer

recruitment flyer describing military uniform

Folder 1/ Item 31

[Receipt]

Harry Manners

1919

receipt

confirms money received for order from Harry Manners, ladies' and gents' tailor in North Sydney

Folder 2/ Item 01

The improved 'Airlight' tropical worsted no-veste suit

Peapes & Co.

[pre-1940]

folded flyer

information on summer 'No-Veste' style suit, prices for single-breasted and double-breasted suits, Christmas promotion

Folder 2/ Item 02

Peapes' spring event!

Peapes & Co.

[1920]

folded flyer

advertisement for 'Wynyard grey flannel', photograph of male model

Folder 2/ Item 03

Coat sweaters

Peapes & Co.

[1920]

folded flyer

list of men's sizes for coat sweaters, winter pyjamas, underwear and pullovers, illustrations of outfits

Folder 2/ Item 04

A welcome innovation! Peapes' new Zipp shirt

Peapes & Co.

[1920]

folded flyer

advertisement for 'Zipp' shirt, men's sizes, illustration of outfit

Folder 2/ Item 05

Ladies' & children's hosiery department. / Winter, 1901.

David Jones & Co.

1901

folded pamphlet

list of sizes and styles for women and children's socks and gloves, information on materials, illustrations and photographs of clothing

Folder 2/ Item 06

Crochet edges by Semco

Semco

[1940]

stapled book

book no. 3, instructions for crochet, photographs of stitches, loose leaflet inside on slipper soles, instructions and materials to make a knitted slipper, 'Waproo', handwritten address

Folder 2/ Item 07

Adam and Eve Moutique

Adam and Eve Moutique

flyer

advertisement for 'Asian' gear for women and men, mention of manager Marlene Logan

Folder 2/ Item 08

Shopping in Australia

Australian National Travel Association

[pre-1966]

folded pamphlet

information on Australian souvenirs, tips for buying in Australia, clothes and homeware, prices, First Nations designs, weapons and bark paintings, photographs of clothes and items

Folder 2/ Item 09

Italy in fashion / Gala night of fashion

Italian Chamber of Commerce

1982

brochure

promotion for parade of Italian haute couture fashion on November 9, 1982 by Giallo Milano, Lafont, Gucci, Fila, Ellesse, Ermenegildo Zegna and Sidi

Folder 2/ Item 10

Decorator Date proudly presents / Fabric bond & fabric finish

Decorator Date

[1970]

stapled booklet

instructions with accompanying photographs on how to apply fabric bond and finish, decorating ideas, advertisement for Bondza adhesive, promotion for booking demonstration

Folder 2/ Item 11

Fashion 1912-1935

Brian Chester's Antiquarian

1982

flyer

cardboard invitation to special viewing of exhibition of watercolours, drawings and prints, illustration of dress

Folder 2/ Item 12

Winter calls for reliable footwear by Peapes

Peapes & Co.

[1920]

folded pamphlet

sizes and prices of men's footwear, golf shoes, day and evening shoes, riding boots cruise and sports shoes, illustrations of shoes

Folder 2/ Item 13

The cavalcade of history and fashion / A historical parade of changing fashions over 150 years

The North Shore Cavalcade Group

[1980]

programme

information on 'Parade of History: Our Women's History', heirlooms and clothing restoration, list of members, loose leaflets with programme and clothing articles inside, names of cast and models

Folder 2/ Item 14

Crocheted edgings

Tralim, The Misses Bamford & Walker

[1940]

stapled book

stitches illustrated, stitches and abbreviations explained, patterns and photographs of stitches

Folder 2/ Item 15

Crochet edges by 'Myart'

Myart

[1940]

stapled book

instructions for guidance in crochet, patterns and photographs of stitches and designs

Folder 2/ Item 16

Women in uniform

Neat N' Trim Uniform Specialists

[1984]

staples book

photographs of models in outfits, information on dresses, fabrics, sizes and colours, price list stapled inside, women's fashion, men's fashion, information on garment care, fabrics and sales offices

Folder 2/ Item 17

For intimate apparel

Eva Harding of Bankstown

tissue paper

tissue paper for wrapping clothes

Folder 2/ Item 18

Jumper and jerkin set

English Woman's Weekly

[1940]

folded pamphlet

jumper and matching jerkin materials, information on tension, measurements and abbreviations, how to complete jumper

Folder 2/ Item 19

Free gift!!! / If you present this letter at a Shop and Save store …

Shop and Save Store

flyer

promotion for new department store near Town Hall, George St in form of letter addressed to a 'housewife', spring and summer wardrobe, free micro mesh stockings

Folder 2/ Item 20

Capitol / Breeze in - and get more than you bargained for!

Capitol

[1984]

flyer

promotion for winter sale, photograph of female model

Folder 2/ Item 21

Picture yourself in Rockmans

Rockmans

[1982]

folded pamphlet

photographs of models in dresses and sportswear, jackets and blouses, tops, jeans, nightwear, activewear, information on sizes and prices, list of store locations and information on budget account

Folder 2/ Item 22

David Jones' parade of Irish fashions

Australian Women's Weekly

Aug. 1957

stapled booklet

collection of Irish fashions designed by Sybil Connolly, list of models and outfits for casual wear, day wear, evening wear, photographs of female models, Margit Ohlson, Maura Boylan, Heather Jeffrey, Nola Rose, Margo McKendry, Macarthur-Onslow

Folder 2/ Item 23

Dear Sir or Madam … the arrival of the new Aquascutum of London range …

Aquascutum

Jan. 1969

letter

promotion for Aquascutum of London range at F. V. Richards, updates to men's range and shaped silhouette, new dresses with matching coats for women, chairman and managing director Gerald M. Abrahams

Folder 2/ Item 24

Blow up autumn / Hair news

Shampoo Blow Up

1983

newspaper

advertisement for styles at Shampoo Blow Up salons, photographs of hairstyles, advertisement for L'Oreal's new 'mini-vague', new fashion stylings for women and men

Folder 2/ Item 25

Franks International price list 18th August, 1986.

Franks International

Aug. 18, 1986

folded sheet

information on conditions of sale, extensive list of clothing collections and information on fabrics, approximate width, type and composition, care code, piece and cut, stain removal and general care of upholsteries

Folder 2/ Item 26

From: W.KERR / High class jeweller and silversmith

W. Kerr

business card

business card with lines for writing

Folder 2/ Item 27

Romance preserved forever in your diamond ring

Bruce & Walsh

[1950]

stapled booklet

interesting facts about diamonds, illustrations of diamond ring designs, information on materials, sapphire rings, eternity rings, diamond earrings, remaking rings, expert jewellery valuations, birthstone jewellery

Folder 2/ Item 28

It's so different when you buy your diamond ring from Bruce & Walsh

Bruce & Walsh

[1951-60]

folded pamphlet

illustrations of diamond ring designs, prices, information on materials, new 'sleek' range, 'Bond of Happiness' ring

Folder 2/ Item 29

It's so different when you buy your diamond ring from Bruce & Walsh

Bruce & Walsh

[1951-60]

folded pamphlet

illustrations of diamond ring designs, prices, information on materials, new 'sleek' range, 'Bond of Happiness' ring

Folder 2/ Item 30

It's so different when you buy your diamond ring from Bruce & Walsh

Bruce & Walsh

[1951-60]

folded pamphlet

illustrations of diamond ring designs, prices, information on materials, new 'sleek' range, 'Bond of Happiness' ring

Folder 2/ Item 31

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 32

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 33

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 34

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 35

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 36

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 37

Good news for your watch

Bruce & Walsh

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on watch services, electronic testing machine, list of machines for repair services, facts about watches

Folder 2/ Item 38

We celebrate … our 25th year in one of Sydney's most famous locations …

Bruce & Walsh

1955

folded pamphlet

information on new store, photograph of store, information on offers and advice on jewellery valuations and remodelling, accredited by Omega

Folder 2/ Item 39

We celebrate … our 25th year in one of Sydney's most famous locations …

Bruce & Walsh

1955

folded pamphlet

information on new store, photograph of store, information on offers and advice on jewellery valuations and remodelling, accredited by Omega

Folder 2/ Item 40

Here is something better for you …

Bruce & Walsh

[post-1960]

letter

announcement of official opening in new Diamond Centre building, information on free service cards

Folder 2/ Item 41

Here is something better for you …

Bruce & Walsh

[post-1960]

letter

announcement of official opening in new Diamond Centre building, information on free service cards

Folder 2/ Item 42

Here is something better for you …

Bruce & Walsh

[post-1960]

letter

announcement of official opening in new Diamond Centre building, information on free service cards

Folder 3/ Item 01

H. F. Kerr / Ladies hairdresser and specialist in permanent waving

H. F. Kerr

[1936]

appointment card

appointment card with H. F. Kerr address and phone number, promotion for permanent hair waving methods, prices for waving, washing, dyeing and cutting, 1936 calendar

Folder 3/ Item 02

Sample no. 2 of cotton after first cleaning

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, cotton sample inside

Folder 3/ Item 03

Sample no. 3 of carded sliver

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, cotton carded sliver sample inside

Folder 3/ Item 04

Sample no. 4 of drawing sliver

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, cotton drawing sliver sample inside

Folder 3/ Item 05

Sample no. 5 of roving sliver

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, cotton roving sliver sample inside

Folder 3/ Item 06

Sample no. 6 of spun yarn

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, spun yarn sample inside

Folder 3/ Item 07

Sample no. 8 of cloth after bleaching

Australian Cotton Textile Industries Limited (ACTIL)

[1950]

envelope

information on Australian Cotton Textile Industries of Adelaide, manufacturers of sheets and pillow cases, cloth sample inside

Folder 3/ Item 08

Student's Exacto cotton project / Raw cotton

Davies, Coop & Co. Limited

[pre-1969]

envelope

information on major cotton growing countries and sample of raw cotton inside

Folder 3/ Item 09

Student's Exacto cotton project / Sized cotton yarn

Davies, Coop & Co. Limited

[pre-1969]

envelope

information on major cotton growing countries and sample of cotton yarn inside

Folder 3/ Item 10

Student's Exacto cotton project / Knitted & woven materials after dyeing

Davies, Coop & Co. Limited

[pre-1969]

envelope

information on major cotton growing countries and samples of knitted, dyed and woven materials inside

Folder 3/ Item 11

Guard your trouser cuffs with the 'new cuffguards' …

Cuffguard Products

card

information on preventing fraying trouser cuffs, attached leather cuffguards

Folder 3/ Item 12

Richard Hunt would like you to be the first to see our new summer range …

Richard Hunt

[Aug. 1986]

business card

promotion for summer range of 'wash & wear', lightweight suits, jackets, trousers, shirts, beachwear and bally shoes

Folder 3/ Item 13

Awaken to new figure loveliness

Sherry Pope Beauty Aids

[1950]

folded pamphlet

promotional pamphlet for B. B. Bust Developer cream, question and answer by Sherry Pope, what other women say, guarantee, photograph and illustrations of women

Folder 3/ Item 14

Australia's newest knitting book / Art in knitwear by 'Gibsonia'

Gibsonia

1950

folded pamphlet

promotion for different knitting wools, 2, 3 and 4-ply extra super fingering wool, 'Gibsonia' crochet wool, 3-ply tiny tots, 2-ply Shetland wool, briar sports wool, 2-ply big ball, silk and wool, available at Foy's, illustrations, information on 'Perma-Shrunk' process

Folder 3/ Item 15

Beauty in the balance

Berlei Beautification Service

[1930]

book

home course in beauty for women, tips on posture, learn to move your pelvis, your feet, how do you walk, do's and don'ts for diet, corset, clothes, weekly beautification plan, choosing the right colours, dress to suit your figure type, make-up, re-styling hair, tips for mothers to be, pre-maternity exercises, exercises for figure beauty, good posture, for sparkling eyes, shoulders, back and breast muscles, hips, thighs, abdomen and waist, correct fitting, illustrations and diagrams of exercises

Folder 3/ Item 16

Iron in' pocket saver for men's trousers

sheet

instructions to insert pocket saver in torn pocket, illustrated diagram, pocket attached

Folder 3/ Item 17

Sunray lining

The Bradford Dyers' Association Ltd., Henry Bull & Co. Ltd.

brochure

samples of materials in different colours inside

Folder 3/ Item 18

Trade circular no. 30 / Alteration in the clothing coupon scale

Commonwealth Rationing Commission

Nov. 15, 1945

folded sheet

Australian Coupon Scale, list of items and materials with information on coupons and exempt items

Folder 3/ Item 19

Here's something everyone should know! Cotton underwear is cool in summer …

Exacto Cotton Garments

[1950]

flyer

promotion for Exacto cotton clothes, information on clothing for men, women and children, illustration of family

Folder 3/ Item 20

Cavalcade of fashion / A parade of changing fashions over 150 years

The North Shore Cavalcade Group

[pre-1993]

programme

information on 'Parade of History: Our Women's History', heirlooms and clothing restoration, list of members, loose leaflet with programme and clothing articles inside, names of cast and models

Folder 3/ Item 21

In a gift box … 'leisure-time slippers'

Farmer's

[1940]

folded pamphlet

promotion for women and men's shoes, prices and materials listed, illustrations of shoes and photograph, advertisement for the 'California Sunees'

Folder 3/ Item 22

Australian fashion industry convention / Sydney Opera House

Fashion Industries Association, Ansett Airlines of Australia

1979

programme

information on programme for July 22-23, 1979, message from president Edward Beacham, convention theme 'From Here to Where?', convention programme with information on speakers, photographs of speakers Phillip Ruthven, Craig Kimberley, Brian Archer, L. H. Cass, Rodney Hartley, Bevan Bradbury, John Elliot, Eleanor Wong, John Blood, David Jenkin, Paul Honig, Maurice Lubansky

Folder 3/ Item 23

Quotas are going global …

Ragtrader

Mar. 15, 1976

newspaper

articles on 1976 Hong Kong Ready-To-Wear festival, clothing companies, summer trends, advertisements, photographs, flyer promoting Lanza Handbags inside as supplement to Ragtrader, photographs of handbags and luggage

Folder 3/ Item 24

Dragraider Opera House special

Ragtrader

1979

newspaper

entertainment, printed with 'Ragtrader', advertisements, promotion for the F. I. A. Lyrebird Awards, information on production, finalists, sponsors and judging panel

Folder 3/ Item 25

Special notice / The public is invited to inspect Miss Mavis Woods' stock of millinery …

[1923]

flyer

promotion for millinery at 93 Buckley street, Footscray, special prices, hats

Folder 3/ Item 26

Paris - modes / Baze Marseilles

BAZE

[1920]

booklet

promotion for the Grands Magazins BAZE, information on Marseilles, means of transport, places, hotels, street map of Marseilles and points of interest, lined page for notes, information on store, illustrations of architecture and fashion, restaurants, tea room, post and telegraph office, museum, parks, suburbs and places to be seen

Folder 3/ Item 27

Big June saving!

Broadway Tailors

[1964]

flyer

preview card, promotion for individually tailored suits, prices for tailored to measure suits, Saxone shoes, Whitmont contoured shirt

Folder 3/ Item 28

Moray Millinery

Moray Millinery

card

cardboard cutout hat promoting Moray Millinery

Folder 3/ Item 29

The Stamina / House of Sydney …

Murdoch's

[1950]

folded pamphlet

promotions and prices for suits, sports coats, sports trousers in 'famous Crusader cloth', school suits for boys, knickers for boys, youths' sports trousers, illustrations of clothes

Folder 3/ Item 30

Help us to keep your garment from 'going' …

Fletcher Jones

flyer

promotion for Fletcher Jones and offer of services to mend broken zips, missing buttons, broken threads, holes and tears

Folder 3/ Item 31

Mambo

Mambo Graphics

1993

flyer

promotion for Mambo, image of logo

Folder 3/ Item 32

All the best of luck, dad!

Holeproof

envelope

promotion for Holeproof socks, cartoon illustration of man with socks

Folder 3/ Item 33

Hosiery and gloves for gift giving purposes at Waters

W. T. Waters & Co. Ltd.

[1900-20]

leaflet

illustrations of purse silk hose and silken gloves, store location at King Street, Sydney

Folder 3/ Item 34

Sir, I have much pleasure in advising you of the first shipment of winter woollens …

R. C. Hagon

1895

letter

notice from R. C. Hagon, merchant tailor and habit maker on new shipment of winter woollens from West of England and Scotch Manufacturers, paper steal

Folder 3/ Item 35

Help us to help you!

Grace Bros. Pty. Ltd.

May 7, 1949

single sheet

order form with information on money enclosed under Mrs N. C. Roweth, terms of business, information on rail parcels, description of goods, measurement chart for women, men and youths, sizes, illustrated instructions on measuring

Folder 4/ Item 01

Blow up beauty offer / 7 guaranteed services to have you looking your best

Blow Up Salons

[1983]

folded pamphlet

coupons and information on hair services including protein treatment, design cut, mini-vague, design perm, streaks or highlights, photographs of haircuts, men and women's styling

Folder 4/ Item 02

Bag-nu lacquerers and dyers of all leather goods and straw hats

BAG-NU

flyer

promotion for re-dying, list of prices for re-dying clothes, bags, shopping baskets, furniture

Folder 4/ Item 03

Italian gold chains and jewellery at discount prices

Great Western Gold Exchange

flyer

promotion for gold chains, coins, bars, ingots, rings and earrings

Folder 4/ Item 04

Grand opening … We specialise in remodeling jewellery

High Class Pty. Ltd.

[1986]

flyer

promotion for shop opening, free clean, polish and examination of rings

Folder 4/ Item 05

World-famous knitwear for men & women

Richards

[pre-1966]

folded pamphlet

prices and information on cardigans, sweaters, pullovers and waistcoats, illustrations of designs

Folder 4/ Item 06

Create your own new fresh fashion image with …

Quality Vogues

[1975]

flyer

promotion for pre-Christmas sellout on cottons, silks, crepe de chenes, chiffons, crepes, jerseys and voiles, pre-sale offer in December

Folder 4/ Item 07

Winter slacks collection 1965

Fletcher Jones

1965

stapled booklet

information on Fletcher Jones and tailoring, photographs of female models wearing slacks and information on materials, colours and prices

Folder 4/ Item 08

The Lux Book / Knitting designs for 1950

Lux

1950

stapled book

introduction from the editor mentioning Lux's return after 8 years of wartime restriction and paper shortage, information on abbreviations, guides for basic stitches, instructions, materials, measurements and wool tension for matching dress and jacket, striped angora jumper, classic twin set, boy and man's pullover, lacy jumper, bed jacket, matron's cardigan, leggings with matching jumper, baby's set, photographs of models wearing designs, advertisement for Lux soap

Folder 4/ Item 09

Autumn opening

Richards

[1967]

folded pamphlet

advertisement for autumn collection from Aquascutum, Rodex, Matita, Dorville, Harry Popper, Dereta and Dorothy Rose, cashmere, knitwear, shoes, skirts, twinsets photographs of clothing and models, list of prices, colours and styles

Folder 4/ Item 10

Men of Stamina … Series no. 8

Stamina Clothes

[1946-66]

cards

collection of 15 trading cards in an envelope from Stamina Clothes featuring printed illustrations of famous historical men, 'Australian men of stamina', short description of historical figures on the back of each card and their connection to Australia, property of Ken Williams, printed illustration of First Nations people

Folder 4/ Item 11

How Stamina trousers are made

Stamina Clothes

[1950]

cards

collection of 17 numbered cards in an envelope from Stamina Clothes, information on the process of making trousers, sewing, cutting 'Crusader' cloth, serging seams, making side-straps, attaching buckles, making buttonholes, pocketing, assembling, joining the waistband, hemming, pressing, inspecting, promotion for Stamina label, prints and tinted photographs of manufacturing process, property of Ken Williams

Folder 4/ Item 12

The home of Crusader Suitings

The Australian Woollen Mills Pty. Ltd.

[1946]

cards

collection of 19 numbered cards in an envelope, images and information on manufacturing Crusader cloth, sheep, shearing, auction, the Crusader Mill and information on Mr. T. Longworth, tinted photographs, illustrations and information on merino, come-back and cross-bred wool, wool sorting and scouring, carding, combing, drawing, spinning, twisting, warping, weaving, mending, dyeing, cropping, blowing and cloth, property of Ken Williams

Folder 4/ Item 13

With the compliments of Paterson, Laing & Bruce limited

Paterson, Laing & Bruce Ltd.

1952

folded sheet

information on manufacturing and processing material for a 'project book', how is woollen cloth made, the story of cotton, what is rayon, illustrations and information on processing fibres into cloth, information on sample materials for project book, list of brands carrying P.L.B. Shield guarantee of quality

Folder 4/ Item 14

You hold your head too high by far / For waiting maid at public bar …

[1890]

folded sheet

coloured illustration of a woman in a black dress and haughty pose, poem underneath reads: 'You hold your head too high by far/For Waiting Maid at Public bar;/Now you had better bend your pride/And put such lofty airs aside;/You'll never suit the public mind,/Unless you're amiable and kind.'

Folder 4/ Item 15

For folly and fashion together combined …

[1890]

folded sheet

coloured illustration of woman in extravagant clothes, poem underneath reads: 'For Folly and Fashion combined/Sure you are a warning to all womankind:/You do not exhibit at atom of taste/When you indulge in extravagant waste.-/Now, would you find favor in other folks' eyes/Give up so much Fashion & learn to be wise.'

Folder 4/ Item 16

Live On Milk / Newsline t-shirt offer

Live On Milk

[1983]

flyer

promotional flyer and order form for a 'Live On Milk campaign', information on prices and sizes for a white t-shirt or a 'style shirt', picture of t-shirts

Folder 4/ Item 17

How to sell swim suits / Best seller book by Jantzen

Jantzen

[1950]

booklet

book with tips for saleswomen working in swimsuit fitting, information on women's body shapes and swimsuit shapes, different bust and waistline sizes, 13 lucky rules of figure flattery, colour and texture, how to develop a charming mirrorside manner, 8 steps to selling power, illustrations of swimsuits and fitting scenarios

Folder 4/ Item 18

Dear Madam / We have pleasure in advising having forwarded by parcel …

Callaghan & Son

May 28, 1906

letter

letter addressed to Mrs. A. C. Stewart informing that an order has been forwarded, stamp with 'The Callaghan Boot' trademark, 'honest wear in every pair'

Folder 4/ Item 19

Save on family fashions!

Coles

[pre-1991]

catalogue

range of clothes on sale and prices included, 'for cheaper prices' slogan, great new fashion looks, clothes and accessories including handbags, boots and shoes, Starlet cosmetics at reduced prices, dresses, underwear, nightgowns, pullovers, skivvies and shirts

Folder 4/ Item 20

Designer's Collective fashion parade and sale

Designer's Collective

[1982]

flyer

advertisement for fashion parade at Methodist Church Hall, August 20, 8pm, Bankcard facilities available

Folder 4/ Item 21

Susan / Spring-summer 85

Susan

1985

catalogue

spring and summer fashion with 'technicolours', themes including water colours, tropicale brights, city sports, high energy, floral fantasies and fun nites, photographs of models wearing outfits, information on prices, colours and items

Folder 4/ Item 22

Professional fashions / All Australian for all Australians

Professional Uniforms Pty. Ltd.

1984

catalogue

fashions from 1984-85, models wearing range of styles under themes: fashioned for the executive, summer comfort, lightweights of polyester and cotton, neatly styled, budget priced, list of colours available, female and male guide to stock sizes, washing instructions

Folder 4/ Item 23

Sandra Leigh / The career collection

Sandra Leigh

Mar. 1984

catalogue

information on Sandra Leigh retail outlets, state offices, quality control stitching details, practicality, fabrics, garment care, monogram service, discounts and colour reproduction, price list and sizes for dresses, pantsuits, prostyle, extras, jackets, skirts and blouses, order form included, photographs of male and female models wearing various designs, chart with fabric colours

Folder 4/ Item 24

Capitol

Capitol

[1984]

magazine

large magazine with photographs of models wearing clothes from Capitol, prices listed, promotion for new store at 164 Pitt St, City

Folder 5/ Item 01

From head to foot

Peapes

[1940]

folded pamphlet

information on shoe styles and materials, day and evening wear, golfing shoes, military footwear, advertisement for hats by 'AKUBRA', illustrations of various shoe styles

Folder 5/ Item 02

Our movement is colour…

Napro

[1985]

folded pamphlet

promotional pamphlet for Napro LiveColor, colour conditioner, information on Colorshine shampoo and conditioner, list of shades for blonde, brown, red and grey hair, photographs of female models showcasing hair colours

Folder 5/ Item 03

Our movement is colour…

Napro

[1985]

folded pamphlet

promotional pamphlet for Napro Colorsoft, permanent hair colour in 19 shades, information on products for natural, ash, golden, red and silver shades, promotion for Napro Colorshine conditioner, list of recommendations for colour selection, photographs of female models showcasing hair colours

Folder 5/ Item 04

Free sun tan offer

Golden Tan Solariums

[1986]

flyer

promotional flyer for private tanning facilities for men and women, prices per visit, spring offer, refund information

Folder 5/ Item 05

A festival of the brides of the Pacific

Y.W.C.A.

1959

flyer

information on festival showcasing national bridal outfits with accompanying music and dances, arranged by Sri Lanka, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaya, Pakistan, Thailand, U.S.A. and Australia, Tuesday, November 10, 1959

Folder 5/ Item 06

Test the executive travel bag for 30 days risk-free

DSXpress, Dick Smith Electronics

[1986]

folded pamphlet

promotion for executive travel bag, photographs and diagrams showcasing various features, packing and side compartments, side pockets, 12-month guarantee, photograph of man holding travel bag, order form included

Folder 5/ Item 07

Simplicity patterns / Make beautiful use of your time - 'Sew up a jiffy'

Myer, Marchioness Fabrics

[1977]

folded pamphlet

illustrations and photographs showcasing variety of 'Simplicity' patterns, women's outfits, details about clothing, materials and sizes included

Folder 5/ Item 08

Read what our satisfied customers have to say …

Berkeley Furs

[post-1966]

folded pamphlet

list detailing furs and prices, customer reviews

Folder 5/ Item 09

Low cost jewellery related to environmental issues in Australia

Worn Issues?, Aladdin Gallery

June 1984

flyer

invitation to preview Worn Issues? Collection, group of Sydney jewellers including Valerie Aked, Sieglinde Brennan, Sandra Burton, Dorothy Dwyer, Darani Lewers, Wendy Manwaring, Robin Stubbs, Lyn Tune and Jenny Toynbee Wilson

Folder 5/ Item 10

Kimono show / Pageant of soul and beauty of Japan

All Japan Kimono Consultant Association

[1975]

folded pamphlet

message from the leader of Kimono Delegation to Australia and New Zealand, fundraising for cyclone victims of Darwin, detailed information on the kimono, features, history, fibres, colours and patterns, programme of charity show including address by leader of the Japanese delegation, the four seasons of Japan, art of wearing a kimono on your own, art of dressing up in a bridal costume, historical costumes, prospectus for the establishment of 'society for the study of world ethnic clothing', illustrations of the kimono through the ages

Folder 5/ Item 11

A cavalcade of history and fashion

The North Shore Cavalcade Group

programme

information on 'Parade of History: Our Women's History', information on heirlooms and clothing restoration, fashions over 150 years

Folder 5/ Item 12

A cavalcade of fashion and history'

The North Shore Cavalcade Group

July 1976

folded pamphlet

information on 'a parade of changing fashions over 150 years' held at Macquarie Boys High School, donations, tickets on sale, contact details of Beryl Lyons, Roslyn Blay, M. Marshall and Chris Selfe

Folder 5/ Item 13

Your directors have pleasure in inviting you to the company's 97th birthday dinner

Farmer's

1937

leaflet

invitation to Farmer's 97th anniversary, held at the Regent Theatre, established 1840

Folder 5/ Item 14

1941 Lux book supplement / Is your man one of the lucky ones?

Lux

1941

stapled booklet

instructions for knitting socks, mittens, shaped scarf, service mittens, heavy service pullover, balaclava helmet for World War 2 soldiers, photographs of pieces, illustration of soldier receiving knitted socks

Folder 5/ Item 15

Shoes / Raben footwear

Raben Footwear

1983

leaflets

promotion for women's footwear, discounts, information on store locations

Folder 5/ Item 16

Dr. to Marriott Street steam laundry

Marriott Street Steam Laundry

Dec. 16, 1909

single sheet

order sheet with information on bank account

Folder 5/ Item 17

1975 kimono mission to Australia and New Zealand

All Japan Kimono Consultant Association

1975

single sheet

information on the Overseas Kimono Friendship Mission, description of kimonos and history, photograph of woman in kimono

Folder 5/ Item 18

Fashion for men

Gettys

[1980]

folded pamphlet

general information on Gettys in Lane Cove Plaza, sports coats, shoes and shirts, jeans, belts, ties, toiletries, imports, photographs of models wearing designs

Folder 5/ Item 19

An international collection of haute couture …

The Australian Wool Board

Nov. 1, 1965

booklet

information on the Victorian Racing Club's 1965 Spring Racing Carnival, Australian knitwear colours for 1966, information on director, producer, stage manager and models for presentation

Folder 5/ Item 20

Sale bargains in all departments

Youngs

[1984]

stapled catalogue

promotion for pre winter sale, winter fashions at affordable prices, underwear bargains, kids wear, homewares, homemaker sales, kitchenware, winter heaters, hardware, menswear, photographs of models, clothes and items on sale

Folder 5/ Item 21

The gift from Richards

Richards

[1964]

folded pamphlet

information on materials, colours, styles and prices for beach sets, trousers and shorts, rope sole casuals, English church slippers, gift suggestions for him and for her, Christmas gifts and wrapping, shirts, handkerchiefs, knitwear, ties, illustrations of clothes

Folder 5/ Item 22

Customer pre-selection week

Richards

1970

folded pamphlet

information on Richards winter sale, July 1 to July 7, 1970, information on prices for men's suits, sports coats, topcoats, raincoats, knitwear, business shirts, sports shirts, English shoes, prices for women's topcoats, dresses, suits, ensembles, raincoats, Scottish knitwear, skirts and blouses, Aquascutum sale and reduced prices, photographs and illustrations of models and clothes

Folder 5/ Item 23

The look for autumn

Richards

[1966]

folded pamphlet

information on prices, colours and styles for autumn collection including shoes, imported ski wear for men and women, knitwear, Daks skirts, promotion for autumn opening, photographs of models wearing outfits and illustrations of clothing

Folder 5/ Item 24

From England, the continent / Breathtaking imports for fashion leaders of Sydney

Richards

[1968]

folded pamphlet

information on prices, colours and styles for winter collections including famous knitwear for men and women, Daks slacks and trousers, sports jackets, English Brevitt shoes, Aquascutum coats, photographs of models wearing outfits and illustrations of clothing

Folder 5/ Item 25

Preview of overseas spring fashions

Richards

[1965]

folded pamphlet

information on prices, colours and styles for imported clothes including sandals and casuals, knitwear and shoes, photographs of models wearing outfits and illustrations of clothing

Folder 5/ Item 26

Richards brings to Sydney an elegant sumptuous world of imported fashion

Richards

[1963]

folded pamphlet

information on prices, colours and styles for coats, twinsets and English shoes, advertisement for Pringle of Scotland, photographs of models and illustrations of shoes

Folder 5/ Item 27

Autumn preview / Magnificent overseas fashions

Richards

[1961]

folded pamphlet

information on prices, colours and styles for coats and jackets, imported shoes, photographs of models wearing outfits and illustrations of shoes

Folder 5/ Item 28

An Easter adventure

Venture

[1984]

newspaper catalogue

prices and colours for children's outfits, women's bras and nightgowns, sweatsuits, homeware, kitchenware, crystal glassware from Italy, Easter chocolate and decorations

Folder 5/ Item 29

Sabino sale

Sabino

flyer

information on showroom locations, 1930s and 1940s fashion, end of season sale, opening sale Saturday August 24, street map with store location

Folder 5/ Item 30

The fashion spectacular / 'London rave new wave'

Grace Bros. Pty. Ltd.

[Apr. 17, 1975]

flyer

promotion for Grace Bros on Broadway in association with the Daily Mirror and Miss Maggie Tabberer, featuring fashion model Nikki Ross, newest designs from the London fashion scene

Folder 5/ Item 31

Cove Toggery sale

Cove Toggery

single sheet

list of sale prices and savings for various fashion items including suits, jackets, slacks and sports shirts, Cover Toggery at Lane Cove

Folder 5/ Item 32

Mode Australia

Mode Australia, Australian Consolidated Press Limited

Jan. 1987

folded sheet

rate card, information on technical data, advertising rates, advertising deadlines for cover date, advertisement booking, film and sales, advertising sales offices

Folder 5/ Item 33

Mode Australia / Enclosed is Mode's new rate card …

Mode Australia, Australian Consolidated Press Limited

Jan. 1987

stapled sheets

information from national advertising sales manager Patricia Connolly on Mode's new rate card effective April issue, information on copy sales increase, consumer demographics, fashion magazine circulation changes

Folder 5/ Item 34

Ornaments by Karen Lambert

NSG

[1987]

single sheet

information on prices and colours of jewellery, numbered and listed, floor plan with location of ornaments, handwritten thanks to David Thorne, Paul Wright and Leah Vincent

Folder 5/ Item 35

Free sun tan offer

Golden Tan Solariums

[1986]

flyer

promotional flyer for private tanning facilities for men and women, prices per visit, spring offer, refund information

Folder 5/ Item 36

Sale & exhibition / Tribal rugs in Afghanistan

[1987]

flyer

promotional flyer, sale on 100% wool, hand-knotted rugs

Folder 5/ Item 37

Dingobilia April 1986

Merigal Dingo Education Centre

Apr. 1986

flyer

photographs of t-shirts on sale with information on prices, sizes and designs, souvenir mugs, beakers and rulers

Folder 5/ Item 38

Dingobilia' price list October 1986

Merigal Dingo Education Centre

Oct. 1986

single sheet

price list and description of items including t-shirts, sweatshirts, craft goods, souvenir items, badges, posters, cards and car stickers

Folder 5/ Item 39

Harvey Leigh / Exclusive fabric care

Harvey Leigh

[1986]

business card

information on phone number and address, specialists in carpet, upholstery and curtain cleaning, for free quotation ask for Stephen Lewis

Folder 5/ Item 40

Silver jewellery

Fingers

[1986]

business card

information on phone number and address in Auckland

Folder 5/ Item 41

Ladies and gents total hairstyling

Just Hair

[1984]

business card

information on phone number and address, handwritten note mentioning David Lance in film and Susan Bogle in PR

Folder 5/ Item 42

Verena & Berthilde / Milliner & dressmaker

Verena & Berthilde

[1986]

business card

information on phone number and address, men's hats

Folder 5/ Item 43

Memorandum from Callaghan & Son

Callaghan & Son

Apr. 20, 1894

letter

handwritten letter from Callaghan & Son with details about attending a conference

Folder 5/ Item 44

Pieces of Eight / Designer Clothing

Pieces of Eight

[Apr. 10, 1985]

business card

information on phone number and address, handwritten note highlighting 10% discount on next purchase, April 10, 1985