My popular 50 Vintage Halloween Costume Ideas gives plenty of unique looks for women, but what about men? Here is a roundup of over 50 Vintage Halloween Costume ideas for Men and where to buy cheap costumes, or better yet, quality new clothing with a vintage look. Use these ideas to create your own unique costume inspired by … Read More about 50 Men’s Vintage Halloween Costume Ideas
Unique Vintage Halloween Costume Ideas
Here, I will explore a few vintage Halloween costume ideas. Many of these costumes can be created easily through the use of color and cleverly placed accessories. However, these looks can also be elaborated upon to create a more detailed costume. It is up to you how much time to spend on creating a Halloween … Read More about Unique Vintage Halloween Costume Ideas
1940s Men’s Suit History and Styling Tips
During the ‘40s, suits were still everyday wear for men and worn whether they were going to an office job, to church, or out to dinner. They were also probably the hardest hit piece of a man’s wardrobe. It didn’t matter if he was relaxing at home after a hard week at work, the 1940s … Read More about 1940s Men’s Suit History and Styling Tips
Vintage Hat Styles for Fall/Winter
As autumn fast approaches, thsi is the best time to look at various vintage inspired hat styles appropriate for the cool, crisp temperatures of the forthcoming fall and winter season. Hats have the power to instantly transform an outfit. In times past, they were a mark of social standing. They could also be a visually identifying marker as … Read More about Vintage Hat Styles for Fall/Winter
Dapper Day Outfit Ideas | Vintage Disney Dresses
The impact that Disney movies and their franchise has had on our culture is almost an epidemic of our times. There is no escaping the fact that since its inception, Disney continues to grow in popularity. As Halloween fast approaches, Dapper Day Outfits featuring new vintage Disney dresses are an excellent source of inspiration for creative party outfits. … Read More about Dapper Day Outfit Ideas | Vintage Disney Dresses
1940s Men’s Outfit & Costume Ideas
Learning about men’s 1940s fashion history is a big help in creating vintage looks for a swing dance or WWII history event, yet questions still come up about how to put an entire look together. The hardest part about finding 1940s men’s clothing besides vintage clothing being to small is finding wide cut suits and … Read More about 1940s Men’s Outfit & Costume Ideas
1930s Men’s Outfit & Clothing Ideas
America entered the 1930s in a somber mood. The 1929 Wall Street Crash had devastating results, leading to the Great Depression with more than 11 million unemployed. As such, men’s fashion during the ‘30s couldn’t help but be influenced by the wider economic climate. While the ‘20s were roaring, the ‘30s were more muted. Of course, … Read More about 1930s Men’s Outfit & Clothing Ideas
Victorian Clothing Shops: Patterns, Costumes, Custom Dresses
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Vintage Scarf Styles -1920s to 1980s
Today we take a look at vintage scarf styles in spring and summer weights and how they were worn through each decade 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. Learn about vintage winter weight scarves and accessories too. Vintage scarves have been an essential accessory in women’s wardrobes for years. They have the power to … Read More about Vintage Scarf Styles -1920s to 1980s
Men’s 1950s Shoes Styles- Saddle Shoes to Rockabilly Boots
The 1950s expanded on the trend of “American informal” fashion. This comfortable new look encouraged everything from hats to shoes to slim down, loosen up, and mix up color and texture. For men’s 1950s shoes, that meant classic men’s footwear such as Oxfords, loafers, and boots were all modified to include thicker soles and a … Read More about Men’s 1950s Shoes Styles- Saddle Shoes to Rockabilly Boots
Vintage Jeans 1930s-1970s History for Women
Denim has become such an accepted part of many people’s wardrobes that to imagine a time without jeans is almost impossible. To some, it is even more incredulous to imagine that men’s vintage jeans were actually designed in the late nineteenth century. As fashion trends have come and gone, there are very few items designed … Read More about Vintage Jeans 1930s-1970s History for Women
1950s Shoe Styles: Heels, Flats, Sandals, Saddle Shoes
Fashion in the 1950s brought the world out of the conservative war years and into the dazzling ’50s. Dresses were bigger, accessories richer, hairstyles taller, and shoes.…well, plainer. With so much new emphasis on the rest of women’s fashion, 1950s shoe styles became understated accessories. What kind of shoes did they wear in 1950? Instead … Read More about 1950s Shoe Styles: Heels, Flats, Sandals, Saddle Shoes
Create Easy Vintage Hairstyles
When wearing vintage styles, we often consider the importance of the right accessories to complete an outfit. However, the ultimate accessory may actually be our crowning glory – our hair. An accurate vintage hairstyle can immediately add authenticity to a vintage style, and can help beautifully finish an overall look. Vintage hairstyles from the beginning … Read More about Create Easy Vintage Hairstyles
Vintage Western Wear for Women 1930s, 1940s, 1950s
Western wear served as the roots for denim jeans, plaid shirts, cowboy boots, and hats. The look hasn’t changed much in the last 100 years, but there was a time in the mid-century where practical westernwear met mainstream fashion and created trendy new styles. It is a part of fashion history that seems to get … Read More about Vintage Western Wear for Women 1930s, 1940s, 1950s
1940s Vintage Hair Accessories – 4 Authentic Styles
For women during the 1940s, the importance of personal presentation and looking one’s best was of high priority. Frivolous as that may sound, women were encouraged to be well presented to the best of their abilities. Red lipstick, perfectly rolled pin curls, and gently rouged cheeks were all advocated. This was in order to aid … Read More about 1940s Vintage Hair Accessories – 4 Authentic Styles
How to Accessorize a 20s Dress with Sashes and Scarves
Every year, I attend a 1920s themed event, and every year I either make or buy a flapper dress. I am using the word “flapper” loosely. I avoid the fringe flapper dress look because it is not accurate to the ’20s nor appropriate for a daytime event. When I make a flapper dress I look … Read More about How to Accessorize a 20s Dress with Sashes and Scarves
1950s Circle Skirt, Pants, Jeans Outfits
Last week, we looked at 1950s separates: shirts, sweaters and coats. This week, we need to look at the other half — bottoms. For women, the diversity of 1950s bottoms included circle skirts, high waisted jeans, capri pants, and shorts of various lengths. For men, pants were worn year-round in both business and casual styles, … Read More about 1950s Circle Skirt, Pants, Jeans Outfits
Vintage Summer Hats , Sun, Straw Hats 1930s, 1940s & 1950s History
As the weather provides us with some lovely sunshine, it may be time to think about choosing a few vintage inspired sun hats to add to your wardrobe. Sun hats serve many purposes beyond the need to be aesthetically pleasing. During the summer months, the desire to wear a hat may turn into an actual need. … Read More about Vintage Summer Hats , Sun, Straw Hats 1930s, 1940s & 1950s History
Vintage Summer Clothes, Beach Outfits
Now that the weather is finally starting to warm up, it may be time to think about vintage summer clothes — especially beachwear. Aside from swimwear, clothing styles suitable for the beach span many varieties. Vintage summer clothing includes rompers, jumpsuits, beach pajamas, playsuits, sundresses, and versatile separates. As it gradually became more acceptable for women … Read More about Vintage Summer Clothes, Beach Outfits
1950s Tops: Shirts, Sweaters, Jackets History
As popular as dresses were in the 1950s, they weren’t the only thing being worn. 1950s separates, in the form of blouses and skirts or tops and pants were equally common, especially among casual wear. Adding a cardigan sweater over a dress or blouse not only added a bit of warmth but was the ultimate … Read More about 1950s Tops: Shirts, Sweaters, Jackets History