Today is the first day of Autumn! I love the change of seasons, simply because I can move into my warm and cuddly clothes. Dressing in the 1940s during fall and winter gave women many choices besides pretty dresses to wear in cooler weather. “More 1940s casual outfit ideas” is a common theme in some … Read More about 1940s Fall Winter Fashion Casual Outfits
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80s Fashion – What Women Wore in the 1980s
The 80s are back, both in pop culture and in women’s fashion. No matter whether you want to dress up for an ’80s-themed party, are doing research on ’80s fashion trends, or you just really like the looks from Stranger Things, we’ve got you covered. For more on what real ’80s females wore, from denim … Read More about 80s Fashion – What Women Wore in the 1980s
60s Men’s Outfits – 1960s Clothing Ideas
Ever since I watched the Mad Men drama series and more recently the Velvet Colección series, I have been interested in men’s ’60s fashion. You too must be fascinated, because it is one of the most asked about decades in menswear history. The 1960s had many fashion trends throughout the decade, starting with conservative carry … Read More about 60s Men’s Outfits – 1960s Clothing Ideas
80s Jeans, Pants, Leggings, Shorts | 90s Jeans
The 1980s were a wicked cool time for various pants styles. Parachute pants, harem pants, stirrup pants, metallic jogger pants, and tapestry pants are just a few of the distinct and iconic 80s pants styles. Dress slacks found a unique new place in casual fashion, and the new paper bag waist went on just about … Read More about 80s Jeans, Pants, Leggings, Shorts | 90s Jeans
Edwardian Evening Dress History | Ballgowns, Dinner Dress
King Edward reigned from 1901 to 1910, marking those nine years as the historic Edwardian Era. In terms of fashion, however, the “Edwardian Era” goes from roughly 1890 to the start of WWI in 1914, though many extend it to 1919. In France, the era of 1895-1914 was referred to as La Belle Époque — … Read More about Edwardian Evening Dress History | Ballgowns, Dinner Dress
UK Victorian Men’s Clothing & Edwardian Men’s Clothes
From the 1800s to 1910s, the Victorian and Edwardian Eras of men’s fashion can be difficult to find in the UK and Europe compared to USA shops. We searched online and found some affordable options to piece together a men’s Victorian outfit (trousers, dress shirt, sack coat, frock coat, hat, shoes, and accessories) as well … Read More about UK Victorian Men’s Clothing & Edwardian Men’s Clothes
Unique 1920s Dress Ideas (Not Flapper)
1920s fashion dresses are amazing works of art (Art Deco art!). While beaded flapper dresses are beautiful and thrilling to wear, there are so many other amazing styles of 1920s dresses that you can buy today. Most trendy fashion dresses are not in the typical 1920s drop waist style. Instead, contemporary dresses are designed to … Read More about Unique 1920s Dress Ideas (Not Flapper)
1880s Fashion History – Dresses, Clothing, Costumes
The Victorian 1880s fashion decade marked the end of the bustle era. To understand fashion during this decade, you must begin in the mid-1870s, where the bustle was still large but the bodice was forming a new style that would last the next 15 years. Upper-class women embraced these new fashions, while the poor and … Read More about 1880s Fashion History – Dresses, Clothing, Costumes
1914-1918 Costume Ideas- Civilian Dresses WWI
After the Titanic sank in 1912, Edwardian fashion took a shift away from the ultra-slim silhouette to a roomier, easier, less fussy style. Coupled with the onset of World War I in 1914, civilian fashion reflected the need for practical clothing. It is a time period most historians and historical costumers overlook in favor of … Read More about 1914-1918 Costume Ideas- Civilian Dresses WWI
70s Headbands, Wigs, Hair Accessories
In the late 60s and early 70s, the hippie movement created new ways to accessorize long hairstyles with their hippie headbands. They were worn across the forehead in wide or thin leather bands with Native American beading, feathers, and macrame decorations. A crown of flowers was another popular style in the late 60s that has … Read More about 70s Headbands, Wigs, Hair Accessories