The 50s are a great decade for dressing up in costumes for Halloween, a party, performance or just for fun! 50s girl costumes usually include a nifty poodle skirt. These circle skirts were popular with young girls during the 1950s and they featured more than just poodles- any animal, insect, or funny saying was sewn onto the felt skirts. Another popular 50s girls costume is the diner waitress or roller skating car hop. Her uniform was plaid with a white collar and a half-apron. Both costumes pair well with black and white saddle shoes, bobby socks, cat-eye glasses, a neck or hair scarf, and white Peter Pan collar blouse. Pink and black were popular colors in the 50s but so were red and blue polka dots!
Other 50s girl costumes include the ’50s housewife. Lucile Ball in I Love Lucy makes an iconic housewife costume. All the characters from Grease such as The Pink Ladies, especially Sandy, are also popular. For less trendy and more authentic costumes, consider a 50s girl’s dress with a rockabilly flair. Sizes are for babies, toddlers, little girls and big girls / tweens. Browse all of these costumes and dresses available online here. Need help with your 50s girl’s costume? Just ask!