Summer's the season of travel, dear readers, is it not? And in the DCGF's book, there's only way to travel: in style! That's why I'm bringing you not just fabulous fashion today, but the necessary accouterments for jetting off to exotic locales. Or just camping out in your own backyard!This week's Goodwill Good Buy of the Week starts off with an amazing vintage salwar kameez purchased in New Delhi, India, in 1962. According to the donor, it has never been worn, but the top does have some discoloration due to age. Oh, and salwar are the pants; kameez is the long top. I just learned that thanks to an intrepid colleague.
The 100% silk fabric is absolutely amazing. Look at the pattern on the tunic! The vibrant pink colors on an ivory background complement perfectly the fuschia of the silk shantung pants, which feature the traditional drawstring waist, wide pants leg, and narrow opening at the ankles. The tunic has side slits beginning at the waist, at three hook-and-eye closures just above the waist on the left size.
The tag inside the tunic says "Hand Embroidered, CCIE - ICU, New Delhi, India" and states that the garment is a size 34. Check eBay later today for exact measurements, though, because the bust and waist are quite narrow!
But wait, there's more. What does every good trip need, but a camera. And I have one of the most famous ever, the Kodak Brownie. This model is the Flash Six-20 and includes the original Brownie Flasholder. There's is a bit of writing on the bottom, and the owner's name - Allen Roberts - is in gold ink on the back, but otherwise it's in good condition.How fun would it be to ditch the digital for a day and roam the streets with this little gem? It's still possible to purchase 620 film from specialty retailers, like B&H Photo Video, for example. Just so you know...
Even if photography isn't your thing, you'll still need to get to where you're going on time. Which is where this fantastic Aimor travel AM/FM radio and alarm clock comes in! Sure, you could rely on the clock in the hotel room, but those things are overly complicated. Why not take your own along in its black leather case lined with red fabric? Tres chic.
The model number is TCR-68FM and the case and all components were made in Japan. The clock actually winds up, and ticks very quietly to let you know it's still working. The alarm setting is on the back of the clock, too. The radio side is powered by a 9V battery. The volume is controlled by a tiny dial. There are also "Auto" or "Many" settings, although I'm not quite sure what those do. Hmmm...
Anyway, there are quite a few tears and wear on the leather cover, but the inside is immaculate and fully functioning. I just think it's just so cool! Can't you see James Bond travelling with something like this? Although his would probably include an x-ray scanner, radar, and cigarette lighter. This version, to the best of my knowledge, has none of those things.So there you have it! The DCGF's first foray into presenting you a variation from the usual Tuesday offerings of sartorial splendor. As I said, there are some changes on the blog this week, and this is the first. Look for a new entry at the end of the week, Friday Furnishings, where I'll be bringing you the best in dwellings, design, and all things delightfully decorous. How's that for an alliteration? Dare I declare, downright divine.
Any purchase made at a Goodwill Retail Store or on eBay funds Goodwill's mission of training and employment programs for people with disadvantages or disabilities.
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