Campus co-eds headed back to college in the season's best sweaters in 1958. Sweaters were worn with tight skirts for class or matched with pants for casual wear. Headbands were a popular accessory.
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Darlene offered these sweaters in their exclusive "Minklam", a super soft blend of lambswool and fur fibers. If you've ever felt a Darlene sweater, you know what I mean. Interesting to note that Darlene also offered Darlene Tites, dyed to match the sweaters. I think they complete the look nicely. Sweaters sold for $11-$13 in 1958 (about $81-$96 in today's dollar).
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Jantzen answered the sacque trend with this balloon backed cardigan in washable wool. Sweater sold for $16 in 1958 (about $118 in today's dollar).
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Jane Irwill was another well known brand for separates. These bulky knit sweaters are all of wool and are matched with Jane Irwill skirts. Sweaters sold for $10-$16 in 1958 (about $74-$118 in today's dollar).
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Jantzen offered these shaggy sweaters in a blend of wool and mohair. Sweaters sold for $13-$15 in 1958 (about $96-$111 in today's dollar).
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Ship'n Shore offered these sweater tops in acrylic and cotton knits that were hand washable. Sold for $5-$6 in 1958 (about $37-$44 in today's dollar).