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Learn all about 1950s fashion history and how to dress in 1950s style clothing and costumes. Our articles are here to help you create an authentic or vintage inspired 1950s costume for both women and men.

The 1950s was a decade where perfect housewives wore full skirt dresses, husbands donned suits and fedora hats, and teenagers danced to Rock 'n Roll in poodle skirts at sock hops. The fifties style is popular again with vintage clothing collectors, pin ups and Rockabilly trendsetters. Whether dressing up for a 1950s themed event, finding a costume for a play, or doing research for a book these articles should help you understand and re-create the 1950s look.

1950s Women's Fashion History

  • 1950s Women's Fashion History - An introduction to fashions changes in the 1950s
  • Guide to 1950s women's fashion- An infographic and guide to creating a 1950s look
  • 50s Outfits- 20 Ideas from Casual to Classy
  • 1950s fabrics and fashion colors - What colors were popular in the 50s?
  • 1950s House Dresses and aprons- History of the humble housewife's uniform
  • Learn about the three main styles of 1950s dresses. Read about formal and prom dresses here. 
  • You need a petticoat to go with your dress.
  • 1950s Sheath Dresses - More info about the variations of '50s sheath dresses.
  • The Hostess Dress- I Love Lucy sported this dress over capri set
  • 1950s Plus Size fashion- History of fuller sizes and styling advice
  • 1950s Mature Women's Fashion- Clothing styles for the wiser woman
  • 1950s Wedding Dresses, Shoes- History of 50s weddings attire
  • 1950s Maternity Clothing- History of clothing for the baby bump
  • Western Themed clothing - How the Western style evolved before and after the 50s
  • 1950s Clothing Online- A guide to shopping for vintage inspired 1950s women's clothing online.
  • 1950s Tops, Shirts, Blouses- Learn all about the different styles.
  • 1950s Skirts- Poodle skirts, circle skirts, pencil skirts for teens and women
  • 1950s Women's Pants- Capri pants and more from the 1940s and 1950s styles.
  • 1950s Women's Shorts and Rompers- 1950s shorts styles and shopping help.
  • 1950s Swimsuits - Retro swimsuits for summer time pool parties.
  • 1950s Lingerie - Bras, panties, corsets, slips and more underwear.
  • 1950s Stockings and bobby socks
  • 1950s Shoes - History and shopping guide to 1950s women's shoes. More about winter boots, sandals and flats.
  • 1950s Coats- Long, short and fur coat history.
  • 1950s Hats- Learn about the common styles of 1950's hats
  • 1950s Handbags - Bags, purses, and handbags for day to night
  • 1950s Hairstyles for women- The major hairstyle trends with pictures
  • 1950s Jewelry styles - Styles and trends of 1950s jewelry
  • 1950s Hawaiian Clothes- Where to shop online for sarong, tiki and tropical prints dresses
  • 1950s Makeup Guide- Natural women's makeup history and tutorial. 1950s Makeup Guide-A review of my favorite 50's makeup guide.
  • 1950s Accessories- Tips using a 50s scarf, parasol, umbrella, gloves, hair flower, and purse to accessorize an outfit
  • Detailed accessories history: Belts, neck scarves
  • 50s Girls Costumes- Little girls and young adult clothing
  • 1950s Teenager Fashion - What teen girls for in the 50s
  • 1950s Black Fashion, African American Clothing Photos
  • How to Dress for a Sock Hop

1950s Men's Fashion History

  • 1950s Men's Fashion: Business Suits
  • 1950s Men's Fashion: Casual Clothing
  • 1950s Men's Workwear
  • 1950s Tuxedos and wedding attire
  • 1950s Men's Shoes - History and shopping guide to men's 1950s shoes. 
  • 1950s Men's Shirts- Learn the history of 1950s men's casual shirt styles.
  • 1950s Men's Dress Shirts- Trends, styles, collars
  • 1950s Men's Hats - Learn about  1950s style men's hats.
  • 1950s Men's Swimsuits - Men's swimwear of the 1930s to 1960s
  • Men's Ties- History men's neckties and bow ties
  • Shop men's vintage, reproduction, or inspired clothing brands
  • Men's Watches - History of wristwatches
  • Men's Socks- History of men's socks
  • Men's Gloves- History of men's gloves
  • Men's Vintage Jewelry- tie clips, rings, etc

 

1950s Womens Suits History and Pictures

1950s Womens Suits History and Pictures

1950s Fashion History

Women’s 1950s suits. Pictures from 1950, 1951, 1952, and 1953. More to come, plus the history of women’s vintage suits….
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1950s Mature Women Fashion, Mrs. Clothing

1950s Mature Women Fashion, Mrs. Clothing

1950s Fashion History

For the Gracious Lady, the wise grandmother, and the mature missus whose fashion taste veered away from the bright new…
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Film Noir Costume Ideas

Film Noir Costume Ideas

1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

The Film Noir genre of the 1940s and 1950s is a popular vintage movie event and costume party theme this…
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1950s Teen Boys’ Clothing

1950s Teen Boys’ Clothing

1950s Fashion History

Images of the 1950s teenage boy bring up pictures of rebellious greasers and outcast nerds. These hardly represent what normal…
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1950s Teenager Fashions – Girls’ Fashion Trends and Clothing Styles

1950s Teenager Fashions – Girls’ Fashion Trends and Clothing Styles

1950s Fashion History

The 1950s teenage girl. Ask any teen who lived their 13-18 years during the ’50s what they thought of the…
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Men’s Swing Dance Clothing, Vintage Dance Clothes

Men’s Swing Dance Clothing, Vintage Dance Clothes

1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· Dance Fashion History· Mens Fashions History

  So, you have bought your tickets to your next swing event and are planning what you are going to…
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Vintage Evening Dress Accessories | 1920s,1930s,1940s,1950s

Vintage Evening Dress Accessories | 1920s,1930s,1940s,1950s

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

Holiday parties, galas, dinners, and winter balls have begun and with it a plethora of questions about how to accessorize a…
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Dress Like the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Dress Like the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

1950s Fashion History

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has won 6 Emmy awards, including Best Comedy Series. It is everything a good comedy show…
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1953 Fashion, Clothing Styles

1953 Fashion, Clothing Styles

1950s Fashion History

1953 Fashion & Clothing – Women 1953 Fashion and Clothing – Men

1950s Hairstyles – 50s Hairstyles from Short to Long

1950s Hairstyles – 50s Hairstyles from Short to Long

1950s Fashion History

1950s hairstyles for women complimented the New Look fashion set in 1947 with hair that was shorter, looser, and required…
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1950s Tuxedos and Men’s Wedding Suits

1950s Tuxedos and Men’s Wedding Suits

1950s Fashion History

1950s men’s tuxedos, eveningwear, and formalwear entered a new age of color, texture, and casual style. That is not to…
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50s Outfits- 20 Ideas from Casual to Classy

50s Outfits- 20 Ideas from Casual to Classy

1950s Fashion History

The 1950s gave us a vast wardrobe to dress in. It was the first decade that made fashion affordable and…
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1950s Dresses Under $50 – USA and UK

1950s Dresses Under $50 – USA and UK

1950s Fashion History

I get it. You’re going to a one-time event or dressing for a school play, or you’re a broke college…
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1950s Vintage Wedding Dresses & Shoes History

1950s Vintage Wedding Dresses & Shoes History

1950s Fashion History

Coming out of the 1940s, women were looking to high fashion designers and their Hollywood models for fashion inspiration. The…
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1950s Bathing Suits, Swimsuits History

1950s Bathing Suits, Swimsuits History

1950s Fashion History

Summertime is beach season, and that means shopping for bathing suits has begun. Last season, I saw a continuing revival…
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1950s Women’s Hat Styles & History

1950s Women’s Hat Styles & History

1950s Fashion History

  1950s hats were still worn daily by most women, however the trend to go hatless was on the rise,…
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History of Vintage Raincoats, Jackets and Capes for Women

History of Vintage Raincoats, Jackets and Capes for Women

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

Reader Karin asked a great question: What did women wear in very wet climates? With all my research on warm…
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Vintage Boots- Winter Rain and Snow Boots History

Vintage Boots- Winter Rain and Snow Boots History

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· 1960s Fashion History· 1970s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

Knee deep in snow? Sloshing through the mud? Dancing around rain puddle? When mother nature gets wet, what in the…
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Vintage Flats – History & Pictures

Vintage Flats – History & Pictures

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

Question: I can’t wear heels. What flats can I wear with my [insert decade] dress and still be authentic? The…
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Retro Halloween Costume Ideas & Trends

Retro Halloween Costume Ideas & Trends

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· 1960s Fashion History· 1970s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

I mentioned in my last article that I was up to my eyeballs in Halloween related madness. It has been…
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