Embrace vintage foundations design with these 1950s high-waist, full-coverage brief panties in a soft gray shade, enhanced with eye-catching purple stitching.
Era: 1950s
Color: Gray with purple top stitching
Fabric: Nylon
Style: Brief
Label / Brand: Unbranded
Size: XS, X-Small
Measurements: taken flat and unstretched; doubled when appropriate
Waist: 19 inches (mannequin waist is 24)
Hips: 30 inches (mannequin hips are 34)
Leg openings: 15 inches
Rise: 10 inches
Side length: 14 inches
Features: Mushroom gusset. Crafted from durable nylon, they feature exposed elastic at the waist and leg openings for a secure, comfortable fit. Exposed elastic trim at waist and legs.
Care Instructions: Handwash separately in lukewarm water and air-dry.
Condition: The overdyed treatment subtly addresses hard water stains, preserving the authentic charm of this classic design. The elastic shows some light signs of wear.
Additional Information: While exposed elastic bands and decorative top-stitching became a popular style hallmark in post-war 1950s lingerie design, they also carried the legacy of wartime innovation. During World War II, a severe national shortage of natural rubber was triggered by the cutoff of supplies from Southeast Asia, This meant that elastic was strictly rationed for military use, temporarily halting civilian production. By the 1950s, the return of synthetic rubber and advanced manufacturing allowed lingerie designers to proudly feature playful, visible elastic trims as both a nod to modern convenience and a celebration of post-war fashion freedom.
