Don’t forego style to stay warm this winter.  The ease of a sweater dress or a knit suit ensemble makes winter dressing easy and practical.  OGO lived in Chicago once upon a time, where the wind chill factor dipped way below zero during cold winter spells.  Some insulated wool and/or silk blend tights, plus warmly lined boots, lined with fur or a synthetic blend, plus a warm knit sweater dress or knit ensemble, will keep you warm when paired with a good winter coat and layered cardigan or jacket, too.  Look for OGO’s upcoming posts featuring warm and stylish vintage and designer coats.

St. John Vintage Santana Knit Suit, coming soon to OgoVintage Etsy Shop

CRISSA Linea Italiana Wool Dress with Vest, coming soon to the OgoVintage Etsy Shop

Sonia Rykiel Knit Jumper Dress, at the OgoVintage Ebay Store

Burdine’s Mod Vintage Wool knit ensemble, made in Switzerland, coming soon to the OgoVintage Etsy Shop

St. John Sky Blue knit dress, available at the OgoVintage Ebay Store

Luisa Spagnoli Italian Designer Dress with ribbed knit top and wool crepe skirt, at the OgoVintage Ebay Store

What the mid-20th century woman lacked in clear opportunities, she gained with the subtle influence of her presence and precision.  That critical first impression was even more important then.  An elegant, exquisitely tailored jacket that suggested seductive curves gave her the maximum impact.  The modern stylish gal has come a very long way since those restrictive times.  Nonetheless, a girl can only benefit by adding a pristine vintage jacket to her business wardrobe.  These jackets are best paired with a classic sheath or pencil skirt.   Each jacket is linked to the listing in the Etsy shop.

“The Blum Store” Philadelphia navy blue wool jacket, circa 1945

An original from Lilli Ann of san francisco jacket, circa 1950

Dan Millstein black wool accented by satin ribbon and bows, circa 1955