What did men lounge in in the mid century? Pajams and lounge clothes were one in the same for the 1930s , 1940s, 1950s, 1960d and beyond. The 1930s started the trend for more fashionable pajamas and robes that could be worn around the house from the moment he got home from work. Previously men … Read More about Men’s Vintage Lounge Clothing
1890s Teen Boys Clothing and Fashion
1904 Fashion and Clothing | Women and Men
Edwardian fashion and clothing from mail order catalogs and advertisements in 1904. This is only a sampling form my collection. If you need something specific please reach out. 1904 Women’s Clothing 1904 Men’s Clothing
1950s Men’s Winter Fashion, Clothes | 50 Pictures
What did men in the 1950s wear in winter? A basic outfit consisted of wool pants, belt and plaid flannel shirt, a look that had not changed in nearly 50 years. Add to it a heavy fingertip length coat or casual leather jacket for men living in the city. Country men in the 1950s layered … Read More about 1950s Men’s Winter Fashion, Clothes | 50 Pictures
1960s Jumpsuits & Hostess Pajamas History
1960s and 1970s hostess pajamas were extra fancy entertaining clothes were made to stand out from the crowd at your own house party. These pajamas meet loungewear with luxury fabrics and trim were made in bright bold colors (hello orange, gold and black/white) and dramatic prints (paisley, deco, Asian, stripes.) Most 1960s hostess pajamas and … Read More about 1960s Jumpsuits & Hostess Pajamas History
1930s Men’s Reproduction Clothing Brands
1930s men’s reproduction clothing and vintage inspired 30s clothes can be hard to find. The 1930s are a niche decade for classic men’s tailoring as well as swing dancers around the world. Who doesn’t love the 1930s wide leg pants that make dancing the Balboa even more fun? Trending now is men’s 1930s vintage workwear … Read More about 1930s Men’s Reproduction Clothing Brands
What should I wear to a 1930s themed party?
What should I wear to a 1930s themed party? A formal Art Deco affair needs an elegant long evening gown with, long gloves and a fur stole. An afternoon tea is delightful with a floral print midi dress, sun hat, and short gloves. A casual 30s event calls for high waited pants or wide leg … Read More about What should I wear to a 1930s themed party?
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1920s Cruise Clothes for Women and Men
I love modern cruising but I have also done of a bit of vintage cruising and vacationing where dressing for the day and evenings in vintage attire was expected. Trying to be as accurate as possible begins with a look at 1920s cruise packing lists. “The first and last rule is to pack little as … Read More about 1920s Cruise Clothes for Women and Men
What should I wear to a 70s theme party?
For groovy girls and women, the 70s is a fun party theme. What should I wear to a 70s theme party? Sequin dresses and jumpsuits for the disco look. Bell bottom jeans and retro tee for a casual take. Hippie flares and flowy tops for the psychedelia chic. Mod print mini dresses with gogo boots … Read More about What should I wear to a 70s theme party?
1987 Men’s Fashion, Clothing, Outfit Ideas
What did men’s fashion look like in 1987? The late 80s were a casual time in fashion with multiple layers and stylish accessories. Button down shirts worn open over tank tops, t-shirts and turtleneck made of the bulk of 1987 guys clothing. Topped it off with a brightly colors blazer and you have the peak … Read More about 1987 Men’s Fashion, Clothing, Outfit Ideas
20+ 1940s Clothing Websites for Women
I spend a lot of time online looking for great vintage 1940s clothing, 1940s vintage reproduction clothing and affordable 1940s inspired clothing (my personal favorite.) There are many fabulous 1940s clothing websites now that make our choices more plentiful than ever! While I prefer the classic 1940s dress — simple, A-line, boxy shoulders — others … Read More about 20+ 1940s Clothing Websites for Women
1950s Capsule Wardrobes- What Clothing Women and Men Owned
What clothing did a woman own in the 1950s and 1960s? And men too. If I were to create a 1950s capsule wardrobe what should I include? I set out to answer these questions using real data collected from government surveys and housekeeping textbooks taught to high school girls. Beginning in the 1900s – 1910s, … Read More about 1950s Capsule Wardrobes- What Clothing Women and Men Owned
1910s Capsule Wardrobe & What Clothing Cost
The number of clothing we have today is massive compared to the limited wardrobes from the 1910s. With smaller incomes, higher quality clothing, less variety of clothing, and more home sewing skills, the pre-fast fashion years were one of careful planning and dedication to wearing clothes out completely. What was in a 1910s women’s and … Read More about 1910s Capsule Wardrobe & What Clothing Cost
What Did Men Wear in the 1920s | Men’s 1920s Fashion History
A 1920s man dressed for his class or his job more than for an occasion, like women did. Upper-class gentlemen dressed in the finest suits, middle-class businessmen wore similar (but not as expensive) suits, and working-class men were in laborers’ clothes. Outside of work, men wore casual sporting clothes on the weekends. This article will … Read More about What Did Men Wear in the 1920s | Men’s 1920s Fashion History
1930s Outfits: How to Get a 1930s Look
How to recreate 1930s outfits for women with modern reproduction clothing. Original 1930s pieces can be difficult to acquire, but with a few hints and tips on the popular styles to look out for, a casual or dressy 1930s outfits for females can be styled with modern day clothing offered by the retailers of today. … Read More about 1930s Outfits: How to Get a 1930s Look
How to Date a Family Photograph from the Clothing & Hairstyles
Dating a family photograph is a refining process where pulling from family history, genealogy, notes on the backs of photos, photo quality, photo paper and yes, clothing and hairstyles all are used to come up with a reasonable date range. Nearly 20 years of studying fashion history has helped me refine dates down to a … Read More about How to Date a Family Photograph from the Clothing & Hairstyles
Victorian Fashion Colors & Fabrics 1840s-1890s
What were Victorian fashion colors? The Victorian era having spanned 5 decades and nearly 100 years had a variety of fashionable colors women wore. Victorian color trends were influenced by art, geography, social class and available dyes and fabrics. In an effort to compare one Victorian decade to the next I looked at surviving antique … Read More about Victorian Fashion Colors & Fabrics 1840s-1890s
1930s Children’s Fashion for Boys
What did boys wear during 1930s? Little boys from ages 3 to 5 were seen in casual play clothes of a one or two peice shorts and shirt set. In winter these were overalls plus a shirt and sweater. Boys continued to wear these combination suits up to age 10. Long pants could be worn … Read More about 1930s Children’s Fashion for Boys
1930s Children’s Fashion for Girls
What did girls wear in the 1930s? Young girls fashion in the 1930s meant wearing dresses almost all day, everyday. Dresses in small prints (florals and dots) or solids with contrasting ruffles, piping, cotton lace and ribbon came in a variety of pastel colors. Richer hues came into style in the second half of the … Read More about 1930s Children’s Fashion for Girls