Like most men, I hate shopping and I don’t care much enough to follow fashion. Up until recently, I lived comfortably in T shirts and cargo shorts — and the only reason that changed was because I got a job that expected more from me. Even still, I like being comfortable and didn’t want to … Read More about Men’s Vintage Casual Capsule / Workwear Wardrobe
1950s Men’s Hairstyles and Grooming
By the 1950s, some of the more trendsetting men’s barbers were calling themselves hairstylists. This owed to the fact that 1950s men’s hairstyles were exploding in variety, popularity, and visibility of offerings. ’50s men could get their hair dyed, permanently waved (permed), or even purchase a new head of hair entirely. Wigs (toupees), and public … Read More about 1950s Men’s Hairstyles and Grooming
West Side Story Costumes- Where to Buy
West Side Story, a classic musical for over 60 years, has come back with a colorful and more authentic film adaption in 2021. Costume designer Paul Tazewell has done a remarkable job of recreating 1957 New York fashion for the diverse cast. Each character wears genuine vintage or reproduction 1950s clothing that is eye candy … Read More about West Side Story Costumes- Where to Buy
Edwardian Nightgown, Pajamas History
The Victorian and Edwardian nightgown has come back into fashion. Long white cotton nightgowns with ruffles, lace and pleating are romantic, comfortable and timeless. The #cottagecore fashion trend has also turned some Edwardian inspired pajamas and peasant dress nightgowns into a new style of sleepwear. Let us explore some of the key styles and history … Read More about Edwardian Nightgown, Pajamas History
1950s Men’s Pajamas and Loungewear
In the 1950s, men’s sleepwear and loungewear become synonymous. Men’s sleeping pajama shirts could be tucked into pajama pants and voila! Now it’s loungewear. Tying a pajama shirt with a sash belt was another way to make sleepwear into loungewear. While stripes had been classic patterns for a few decades, the 1950s went in all … Read More about 1950s Men’s Pajamas and Loungewear
1930s Men’s Pajamas, Robes, Smoking Jackets History
In the 1930s, men’s sleepwear took style notes from the Far East. Asian frog clasps lined men’s pajamas shirts while the Russian style featured a sash belt. “Americans going Russian to bed demand that their pajamas be Imperialistic.” – Men’s Wear, 1935 men’s 1930s pajamas / pyjamas overlapped with buttons to the side or shoulder. … Read More about 1930s Men’s Pajamas, Robes, Smoking Jackets History
Gab Jackets – Ricky Jackets | Men’s Vintage Gabardine Jackets
Men’s vintage gab jackets. Gab is short for Gabardine, a lightweight sheen twill material used to make casual short waisted jackets in the 1940s, 1950s, and early 1960s. Also called Ricky jackets, sport jackets, golf jackets and bomber jackets. These vintage casual jackets are a must own coat for mid century dressers. Gab jacket images … Read More about Gab Jackets – Ricky Jackets | Men’s Vintage Gabardine Jackets
1940s Reproduction Clothing Brands | Where to Buy 1940s clothes?
Where to buy new vintage 1940s reproduction clothing or vintage inspired 1940s clothing for women online? Here is our massive list of brands and websites we are aware of. Authenticity with range within the brand, current selections, season and trends. For 1940s menswear brands look here. 1940s Clothing Brands USA Websites The USA is a … Read More about 1940s Reproduction Clothing Brands | Where to Buy 1940s clothes?
Edwardian Stockings, Hose, Socks 1900s -1910s
During the Edwardian period, women’s hosiery or stockings, expanded in color and texture. This varied by country to some degree. English women preferred to match stockings to the hat, veil or belt. The French woman matched her stockings to her dress or shoes. American women were the least exciting, preferred to embrace practical brown or … Read More about Edwardian Stockings, Hose, Socks 1900s -1910s
1920s Men’s Pajamas, Smoking Jacket, Slippers History
Men’s vintage sleepwear, loungewear, and slippers have suddenly experienced a revival in the mainstream. I can think of a few reason why that may be but I would rather look at my favorite decade, the 1920s, to see what men’s pajamas, nightshirts, robes, smoking jackets and house slippers looked like. Want to add some to … Read More about 1920s Men’s Pajamas, Smoking Jacket, Slippers History
1930s Men’s Accessories History
The 1930s men’s accessories include: Suspenders Belts Jewelry for ties and collars Watches/ Pocket Watches Cufflinks Rings Pocket Square/ Handkerchief Muffler Scarves Gloves Bags more accessories Continue reading to learn more about how men accessorized their outfit with both necessary and optional embellishments. 1930s Men’s Suspenders Because of the high rise of trousers and looser … Read More about 1930s Men’s Accessories History
1960s Handbags and Purse History
The start of the 1960s carried over most of the 1950s purse and handbag styles. 1960s handbags were sold in matching sets with shoes, belts, gloves and other accessories. As the decade progressed and the formal or classy look was replaced by the youthful mod style handbags became minimalist and futuristic with new plastic materials. … Read More about 1960s Handbags and Purse History
1940s Vintage Men’s Bags History
1940s Men’s Bags and Briefcases Did men carry bags in the 1940s? Yes, but that isn’t to say they were man purses. Men who went to work at an office and needed to transport documents used briefcases — flat leather bags with a zip-top or two straps that bucked over to the side. They had … Read More about 1940s Vintage Men’s Bags History
Edwardian Handbags, Purses History 1900 – 1910s
The first bags to be called ladies’ hand-bags appeared in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, 1900 -1910s. Designs came from leather good trades rather than fashion houses. Vuitton, Gucci (est 1906), Prada (est 1913), and Hermes (est 1837) each started out as saddle, luggage, and harness manufacturers. Hermes gradually began to use more “exquisite … Read More about Edwardian Handbags, Purses History 1900 – 1910s
Where to Buy 1900s 1910s Men’s Clothing
The Edwardian era is experiencing a revival for both women and men. I expect to see more reproduction and Edwardian inspired clothing coming available soon, however, in the mean time, the choices are few and far between. Depending on what year you want to replicate, how authentic you need to be, and your budget some … Read More about Where to Buy 1900s 1910s Men’s Clothing
1940s Mens Sunglasses and Eyeglasses
1940s Men’s Eyeglasses Men and women’s eyeglasses of the 1940s were mostly the same. There was little distinction between them until the last few years, when glasses followed fashion trends. At the very beginning of the decade, perfectly round glasses in a tortoise shell frame were the thing to wear. The frame could be thick … Read More about 1940s Mens Sunglasses and Eyeglasses
1960s Hats Styles | Women’s Hat History
The hat wearing requirement from previous decades was drastically subsiding in the 1960s. For the young, the formal hat was seen as old and outdated, a throwback to a more conservative time with a lot of rules that no longer applied to them. Therefore, most dressy hats in the 1960s were worn by mature women … Read More about 1960s Hats Styles | Women’s Hat History
1910s Men’s Hat Styles and History
Men’s hats in the 1910s followed the same shapes and colors as the 1900s decade. Big changes, however, would come in the later years during and after WWI. Derby Hats The classic businessman’s round Derby hat (bowler hat) remained unchanged. Black was worn year round. Brown in Autumn, grey in spring and summer. Sizes shrunk … Read More about 1910s Men’s Hat Styles and History
1940s Men’s Coats and Jacket Styles & History
1940s men’s outerwear was more than just warmth and rain protection. The cut, the colors, and the styles of men’s coats and jackets incorporated the world’s changes — especially new military uniform design. Simple, bold, and boxy was the overcoat style of the 1940s. ’40s jackets were simple, casual, and strong. Advertisers continued to send … Read More about 1940s Men’s Coats and Jacket Styles & History
1930s Men’s Coat and Jacket Styles
The 1930s were a decade of classic masculinity. Outerwear, coats, and jackets were all designed to shape a man into a strong, dependable, and comfortable being in a time where the troubles of the Great Depression were always looming. Men’s 1930s winter long coats took style notes from the British, while short jackets revised clothing … Read More about 1930s Men’s Coat and Jacket Styles