Men’s shoes at the turn of the century changed little from the Victorian era before. Starting around the Edwardian era in 1890 men’s shoes and boots were becoming more modern. By the 1910s more men were wearing low oxford shoes than dress boots. Men’s lace up boots remained every man’s day shoe in the 1900s, … Read More about 1900s-1910s Men’s Shoe and Boot History | Edwardian Era
1930s Men’s Eyeglasses and Sunglasses Styles
Men’s 1930s Glasses, Sunglasses Men’s 1930s eyeglasses and sunglasses remained unchanged from the 1920s. Most frames were round with a center bridge in the early years and an upper bridge in the later years. Frames could be tortoiseshell, black plastic, or thin metal. The hexagon (6 sides) and octagon (8 sides) shaped lenses became trendy … Read More about 1930s Men’s Eyeglasses and Sunglasses Styles
Retro Men’s Swim Trunks – 1960s, 1970s, 1980s History
What did men wear to the pool or beach in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and beyond? Since men’s retro swim trunks are back in style, let’s take a look at the swimwear trends for each decade, starting with the 1960s. For other decades, read about 1920s men’s swimwear and 1930s-1950s men’s swimwear. Shop retro swimsuits … Read More about Retro Men’s Swim Trunks – 1960s, 1970s, 1980s History
1920s Men’s Swimwear History
1920s Men’s One Piece Swimsuits In many ways, men’s and women’s 1920s swimsuits were nearly identical. Both were deep-cut ribbed wool tank top over a snug fitting pair of shorts that were sewn in at the waistline. The “skirt” of the swim-top came from up from knee-length of a few years before to around mid-thigh … Read More about 1920s Men’s Swimwear History
1920s Parasols, Beach Umbrella Fashion History
All that fun in the sun from the popularity of swimming and beach vacations made the suntan fashionable in the 1920s. CoCo Chanel claims she made it trendy for the wealthy to have a tan instead of it being a sign of poverty. Men and women in the 1920s played in the sun with little … Read More about 1920s Parasols, Beach Umbrella Fashion History
Men’s Retro Workout Clothes 70s, 80s, 90s| Tracksuits, Sweatshirts
Men’s retro workout clothes, gym clothes, and sportswear are back! Looking at all of the fun colors and bold patterns, it’s no surprise that these retro sweatshirts, tracksuits, shorts and T-shirts are trendy once again. These timeless designs for sweatshirts and sweatpants, in simple cuts and colors, are perfect for lounging at home or while … Read More about Men’s Retro Workout Clothes 70s, 80s, 90s| Tracksuits, Sweatshirts
Men’s Vintage Gym Clothes 1920s-1950s | Sweatshirts, Shorts, Tops, Shoes Styles
What did men wear to the gym to workout or play sports in the 1920s, 1930s, 1940s or 1950s? From the turn of the century to the 1950s (and most of the 60s), men’s vintage workout clothes took inspiration from underwear in designing cool, loose, comfortable clothes for active sports and exercise routines. It was … Read More about Men’s Vintage Gym Clothes 1920s-1950s | Sweatshirts, Shorts, Tops, Shoes Styles
Edwardian Necktie and Bow Tie Styles History 1900s-1910s
Like the variation in Edwardian men’s dress shirts and collar styles, there was an extensive range of neckwear to pair with shirts. Wide and skinny, soft and stiff, long ties, short ties, and bow ties in almost any color and pattern were made. Choosing a necktie was entirely up to the gentleman’s taste, limited only … Read More about Edwardian Necktie and Bow Tie Styles History 1900s-1910s
1960s Black Fashion, African American Clothing Photos | Gallery
1960s black fashion for women and men. Everyday African American clothing captured in photographs, advertising, and magazine covers. Ebony magazine covers captured current and trendy fashions in the 1960s. View More Galleries By Decade 1900s-1910s 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s
1950s Black Fashion, African American Clothing Photos | Gallery
These photos capture everyday life and special event fashion in the 1950s for black African American men and women, followed by famous portraits and magazine covers. 1950s portraits and magazine covers of notable entertainers, musicians, actors, and athletes. See More Photos by Decade 1900s-1910s 1920s 1930s 1940s 1960s
1940s Black Fashion, African American Clothing Photos | Gallery
1940s African American men and women (and some immigrants to Britain) wearing fashion and clothing styles from casual weekends, workwear, Sunday dress, and evening dances. From the time of WWII to the post-war revival, these photos capture everyday life in the 1940s. See More Photos by Decade 1900s-1910s 1920s 1930s 1950s 1960s
1930s Black Fashion, African American Clothing Photos
View African American fashion, culture, and clothing at home, church, casual days, work and portrait studios through the lens of the 1930s. Real life photos of 1930s black women and men, with some famous faces too. See More Photos By Decade 1900s-1910s 1920s 1940s 1950s 1960s
1920s Black Fashion, African American Clothing Photos
1920s black women and men’s fashion, clothing, and outfits worn by real people — some famous, some entertainers, some unknown. Most are African Americans in the 1920s, middle to upper classes. See More Photos By Decade 1900s-1910s 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s
1900s -1910s Black Fashion, Edwardian African American Clothing Photos
Edwardian era black fashion. See what African American (and some British) men and women from 1900s to 1910s, WWI and after. Featuring everyday clothing worn by middle and upper economic classes. See More Photos by Decade Holsinger photos archive Mostly 1910s studio portraits. Excellent collection. 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s
How to Date or Research Vintage Labels, Brands, and Designers
Want to know how to research a brand or vintage label or date an vintage item? Here are some of the tools that may be helpful to research the history of vintage clothing… Research Labels Vintage Fashion Guild – Links for labels, fabric, fur, hats, lingerie eBay – Search current and especially past sales for … Read More about How to Date or Research Vintage Labels, Brands, and Designers
1950s Men’s Dress Shirts History
1950s men’s dress shirts simplified in color, pattern, and details to go with the new look of suits. New colors with fancy names such as Tangier tan, Bombay gray, Granada green, and Persian melon hinted at the tropical color palette. Only a few years into the ’50s colors, went to pastels – baby blue, pink, … Read More about 1950s Men’s Dress Shirts History
1940s Mens Shirt Styles | Dress Shirts, Casual Shirts
At the start of the 1940s, men’s shirts were being made in affordable cottons. There were few restrictions during the war, with the exception of some limited dyes, but overall, men had the same selection of shirts that they did in the 1930s. After the war, men’s shirts shifted into soft pastel colors and smaller … Read More about 1940s Mens Shirt Styles | Dress Shirts, Casual Shirts
1930s Men’s Shirt Styles and History
1930s Dress Shirts Men’s 1930s dress shirts were not very different from “classic” men’s shirts today. Thin vertical stripes, windowpane, and small checks were the most common prints on almost any color ground imaginable. Common dress shirt colors were saturated green, mustard, blue, burgundy, brown, and grey as well as pastel yellow, rose-pink, ivory, … Read More about 1930s Men’s Shirt Styles and History
Edwardian Men’s Shirts 1900s – 1910s Styles
Traditional men’s Edwardian dress shirts (1900s-1910s) came in three forms: the soft pullover style, the stiff bosom front, and the newer button down coat style. Each style had an appropriate suit or semi- dressy outfit to wear it with. Shirt collar types were usually detachable linen in tall stiff shapes until the post war years. … Read More about Edwardian Men’s Shirts 1900s – 1910s Styles
1970s Formal Dress, Evening Gown Photos
1970s formal dresses, evening gowns, prom dresses, and party wear for most women were very different than those worn by stars and entertainers. The latter wore liquid fabric draped gowns designed by Halston, all-over sequin evening dresses, or sleek and sexy slip dresses, just to name a few. Real women couldn’t afford those luxuries, instead … Read More about 1970s Formal Dress, Evening Gown Photos