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Koneray Collection

Step back in time with Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts from the 1940s and 1950s

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1950

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1950
Give her a lovely NEW Gor-ray pleated skirt. With its permanised knife-edge into sheath-fitting, single material over the hips, it is the most flattering of all skirts. 1950

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray skirts 1948

Advert for Gor-ray skirts 1948
Gor-ray skirts one better! and no nonsense. 1948

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1946

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1946
To account slendered. Figures always balance in this beautifully tailored Gor-ray skirt. Cleverly cut pleats subtract form the waistline and add to the charm

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1947

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1947
To do you justice Gor-ray. You ll know the new Gor-ray skirt at a glance. Fine material, eight stylish pleatsine Gor-ray label, you can t mistake it. Date: 1947

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1946

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1946
Good cut always looks cut. A Gor-ray skirt always smart, with its good cut, good material, Zwow pocket and no placket, and low price too, it hangs witha swing and never seats. 1946

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1945

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1945
Come the dawn. The great day will dawn when there will be once more unlimited supplies of unrestricted styles in Gor-ray skirts. Till then and afterwards a Gor-ray is always smart for work or play

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1944

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1944
Problem find the placket. No, there isn t any placket. No buttons or other fasteners on the hips to cause bulkiness or spoil the symmetry of the line

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1943

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pocket skirts 1943
Pocket elegance. It is modish to stand around with a hand in your hip pocket now that the Zwow enables you to do so with elegance and ease

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray 1942

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray 1942
Whoever could tell ? Illustrated above are two very differnt designs made by the creators of the famous Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirt. See how stylish thay are

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated 1942

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated 1942
Streamlined pleated skirt. Fine quality material cleverly cut to fit closely over hips and open out to give a delightfully full skirt, having three permanised pleats front and one back. 1942

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray skirts 1948

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray skirts 1948

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1942

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1942

Background imageKoneray Collection: Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1941

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1941
The Worlds most beautiful skirts. In a variety of fabrics, worsted, authentic tartan, flannel, tweed and check. 1941


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Step back in time with Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts from the 1940s and 1950s. These timeless pieces were a fashion staple during this era, exuding elegance and sophistication. In 1942, Gor-ray Koneray introduced their iconic pleated skirts, which quickly became a must-have item for fashionable women everywhere. The adverts from that year showcased the versatility of these skirts, highlighting how they could be dressed up or down for any occasion. By 1943, Gor-ray Koneray had firmly established themselves as leaders in the fashion industry. Their adverts featured stunning models twirling in their pocket skirts, demonstrating both style and functionality. As World War II raged on, Gor-ray Koneray continued to produce high-quality garments that captured the spirit of resilience and femininity. The adverts from 1944 showcased pocket skirts that were not only fashionable but also practical for women who needed to carry essentials during uncertain times. In 1945, as peace began to settle over the world once more, Gor-ray Koneray released another line of pocket skirts that combined comfort with style. These adverts emphasized how these skirts allowed women to express their individuality while still being functional. The following years saw an evolution in design as well as an expansion into different styles. In 1946, pleated skirts took center stage again with new patterns and colors added to the collection. By then, it was clear that Gor-ray Koneray had become synonymous with quality craftsmanship and impeccable taste. In both 1947 and 1948 advertisements focused on showcasing the beauty of Gor-ray's pleated skirt range through elegant photography techniques capturing every fold perfectly - enticing customers even further into purchasing one of these exquisite garments. Finally reaching its peak popularity in the early '50s; by now everyone knew about "Konerays" - those sought-after pleats created by none other than Gor-Ray.