1950’s in fashion for women. Who did women really wear in the 1950’s ? Trends, A-line dresses and skirts, hairstyles and makeup. Where to buy them today.
In the post war period, Paris fashion decreed the so called “New Look” – a tailored, more feminine silhouette. Hourglass curves were back with cinched waists, full hips and busts returning. Skirts in the 1950’s were commonly circle or pencil skirts. Hems dropped well below the knee in either case. Christian Dior’s last major innovation prior to his death was the A-line silhouette in his 1955 collection. A more conservative, graceful look was the order of the day . For evening dresses, the ballgown was favored. Dresses had fitted bodices and the Peter Pan Collar became a major fad. Capri pants, thanks to Audrey Hepburn were a fashion fad.
Browse all the 1950’s fashion trends, season by season, as actually worn by women of the 1950’s. Find inspiration for 1950’s style dresses, full circle skirts, swimsuits and so much more. Learn where you can buy these colorful and feminine styles today.
Charlotte & Jane It may be hard to believe, but Ireland is leading the way in true classic 1950s retro fashion. They design and produce stunning tailored dresses that will have any 1950’s aficionado watering at the mouth. Just look at these stunning designs.Irish designer duo Charlotte & Jane are continuing their fashion revival of …
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Glamourdaze presents a rare archive 1950’s beauty film of a woman at her dressing table applying her make-up. A charming glimpse into the 1950’s fashion era and a 1950’s make-up guide to application. Women had it pretty down-pat by the 1950’s. If you want the genuine 1950’s beauty and make-up look as taught to women …
Want to get the vintage 1950s make-up looks of Grace Kelly or Audrey Hepburn ? Two entertaining and lusciously restored and illustrated make-up and beauty manuals from the early 1950s. As in the previous 1940s decade, the operative word for beauty was Glamour ! Learn the tips and tricks of 1950s makeup style as taught …
The definitive story about women’s Make-up. by Gabriela Hernandez [ founder of Besame Cosmetics] The definition of a beautiful face has never been constant. Gabriela’s stunning new book explores the social political climates which helped mould what are now accepted beauty rituals. Classic beauty is a stunning reference book, chronicling make-up trends for eyes, lips, …
What Katie Did for Christmas ! If you’re planning to wrap up up for winter in some luxurious vintage retro style lingerie, then isn’t it time you sent that order off to Santa now ! Vintage Lingerie and Corsets What katie Did, the reigning queen of faux-vintage undergarments and hosiery are taking orders now for …
What Katie Did have really gotten into the seasonal Halloween spirit this year with bewitching corsets, Maitresse Bullet bras and Girdlettes, and Glamour Corselettes, all celebrating the glamor of 1950’s women’s fashion. Think Hollywood films like Easter Parade and Singing in the Rain ! Happy shopping !
1950’s Bikini – Vintage Swimwear Video Just to augment our earlier post on Vintage swimwear – Be a retro bathing beauty, we present an interesting archive film from the 1950s displaying the new daring 1950’s bikini styles of the era. Corseted swimwear was all the rage in this decade which helped women achieve an hourglass …
A Short archive film of a 1950’s beauty salon in Havana. For authentic 1940’s and 1950’s makeup guides, keep an eye out for our soon to be launched Vintage Makeup Guide. Also pay a visit to Besame Cosmetics and add a real touch of glamour to your vintage look. That’s all ! copyright Glamourdaze 2011 …
Elizabeth Taylor Cleopatra Eyes – A Simple Guide. Departing briefly from the vintage makeup guides based on the decade, here is a simple guide to a classic Hollywood look, made famous by the irreplaceable and iconic Liz Taylor. This is a general guide for anyone to do, using their own makeup, except for one important …