The 1930s are a forgotten in-between decade of fashion, overshadowed by the economic turmoil of the Great Depression. Often lumped in with the 1920s or 1940s, the looks and trends of the thirties are truly one of a kind. There isn’t a fashion decade in the 20th century that embodied femininity in women and masculinity in men quite like the clothing of the 1930s.
From bias cut dresses for women to broad-shouldered suits for men, 1930s style clothing is a unique style that has seen some revival in recent years. Even the 70s boho style was heavily influenced by modest 30s fashion. We just can’t get enough Old Hollywood elegant gowns, dancing shoes, or casual sporty clothes with vintage glamour.
You can wear 1930s outfits today with NEW vintage inspired 1930s style dresses, wide leg pants, blouses, coats, shoes, and accessories. Or make your own with these 1930s women’s clothing and men’s clothing sewing patterns.
Learn about 1930s fashion history with our articles (click here to jump) or start browsing hundreds of 1930s style clothes online:
1930s Clothing for Women
- Dresses and Plus Size Dresses
- Evening Dresses and Wedding Dresses
- Blouses and Tops
- Sweaters
- Coats, Jackets, Fur Stoles
- Skirts
- Pants and shorts
- Shoes
- Hats
- Jewelry
- Accessories – gloves, belts
- Makeup Guide
- Stockings and Underwear
- Sewing Patterns
- Costumes – Halloween and Party
- Children’s Clothing
- Clothing in the UK
1930s Men
- Suits
- Evening Attire
- Pants, Trousers
- Shirts
- Sweaters
- Coats and Jackets
- Vests
- Hats
- Shoes
- Suspenders
- Neckties
- Accessories– Watches, gloves, canes, sunglasses
- Swim Trunks
- Men’s Sewing Patterns
- Costumes – Halloween and Party
- Reproduction men’s clothing
- UK men’s clothing
1930s Fashion History for Women
- 1930s Fashion for Women – An introduction to 1930 clothing styles for women
- 1930s House Dresses – History of the house dress and hooverette
- 1930s Day or Afternoon Dresses – History and shopping guide
- 1930s plus size fashion – Inspiration through photographs of average to plus size ladies
- Where to Buy Repro 1930s Dresses – Our online shopping guide
- Wide Leg Pants and Beach Pajamas
- 1930s Women’s Shoes – Learn about and buy 1930s style shoes
- 1930s Sweaters– History of women’s sweaters / jumpers 1910-1930s
- 1930s Jewelry Styles – Popular styles of 1930s jewelry
- 1930s Hats – Women’s hat styles during the 30s
- 1930s Hairstyles – 1930s hairstyles for long hair
- 1930s Makeup – The best authentic 1930s vintage makeup guide
- 1930s Playsuits – Also known as Rompers. Take a peek at one of my 30s summer looks!
- 1930s Swimsuits – History in Pictures
- 1930s Lingerie Styles – Bras, slips, panties, girdles, and more
- 1930s Sewing Patterns – Women’s Reproduction Sewing Patterns
- 1930s Fashion Colors and Fabrics – A guide color and materials in women’s clothing
- 1930s Handbags Fashion – History and buying guide
- 1930s Wedding Dress – History of wedding gowns and accessories
1930s Fashion History for Men
- 1930s Men’s Fashion – Learn all about 1930s men’s fashion
- 1930s Men’s Suits – Pictures of men’s vintage 1930s suits
- 1930s Men’s Casual Fashion – How to dress on the weekends
- 1920s-30s Men’s Shoes – A brief look at the changes in men’s footwear
- 1930s Men’s Summer Suits – A guide to 1930s Summer Fashion
- 1930s Men’s Clothing Outfit Ideas – Put together one of these 1930s menswear outfits
- 1930s Men’s Hats – Learn about and shop for 1930s men’s hats
- 1930s Men’s Ties – Read about tie history and shop for new 1930s pattern ties
- 1930s Men’s Swimwear – History of the 1930s, 1940s & 1950s swim trunks
- 1930s Men’s Sewing Patterns – Vintage reproduction men’s sewing patterns from Victorian to 1960s
- Vintage Inspired Men’s Clothing – 1920s to 1960s men’s clothing retailers to shop from
- 1930s Workwear Clothing – 1910-1960s men’s workwear history
- 1930s Men’s and Women’s Westernwear – A 1930-1950 history of western clothing
Learn more 1930s fashion history here.