1940s men’s outerwear was more than warmth and rain protection. The cut, the colors, the styles of men’s coats and jackets incorporated the world changes, especially military uniform design. Simple, bold and boxy was the overcoat style of the 1940s while jackets were simple, casual and strong. Advertisers continue to send the message that outerwear … Read More about 1940s Men’s Coats and Jacket Styles

The 1930s were a decade of classic, masculinity. Outerwear, coats and jackets were designed to shape the man into a strong, dependable and comfortable being in a time where the troubles of the depression were always looming. Men’s 1930s winter long coats took style notes from the British while short jackets revised clothing worn by … Read More about 1930s Men’s Coat and Jacket Styles

What are the top ten most common women’s 1960s coats and jackets? These long and short wool coats, casual car coats, vinyl raincoats, light windbreakers and winter ski jackets were found in most women’s 60s wardrobes. There was a 60s coat or jacket for every season, occasion and personal style. 1960s Long Wool Coats Every … Read More about Ten 1960s Coats and Jacket Styles

I am happy to see the Edwardian era seeing a revival in both vintage events and trendy inspired outfits (such as #cottagecore.) The turn of the century fashion, weather it be the Gibson Girl look, farmhouse fashion, a white tea gown, elegant ballgown, or sportswear, there are many outfits to wear for a 1900s Edwardian … Read More about 1900s Costume & Outfit Ideas for Ladies

Edwardian era, 1900s -1910s, women’s outfit ideas and inspiration. Ideas for a 1900s picnic, Titanic sailing, Downton Abbey tea,  tweed ride, suffragette march, Halloween costume or theatrical performance. We picked these outfits from a variety of brands that sell these Edwardian outfits plus some of my DIY costumes and vintage photos that are inspiring my … Read More about Edwardian Outfit Inspiration & Ideas