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.
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Paris, 1957. The world of high fashion is in mourning because Christian Dior, the man who changed the way women saw elegance, has died suddenly. The future of the famous fashion house is now up in the air. After Dior died, the work at the atelier almost stopped completely. Customers canceled their orders, employees waited …
It all started so innocently. One minute, my now-fiancé, Paul, was on one knee, presenting a ring so sparkly it could be seen from space. A whirlwind of champagne, happy tears, and approximately 4,000 ring selfies. We were sitting on the sofa, basking in that warm, fuzzy, “just engaged” glow. “So, what kind of wedding …
Making plans for a fall wedding ceremony with a bohemian vibe? You‘ll want a wedding dress that embodies the essence of freedom, nature, and artistic expression. Boho wedding dresses are the perfect choice for brides who want to show off their free spirit. And also to simply look unique. There are many collections that provide …
Part two of our 1950s Makeup & Hair Care Routine. An AI enhanced tutorial film made for US high schools in 1951. No matter how perfect the rest of your appearance is, the effect will be spoiled if your hair isn’t radiantly clean. As in skin care the two most important factors for scalp health …
A lovely glimpse inside a 1950’s beauty salon, with beauticians doing facials, hair styling, manicures and makeup. 1950’s Beauty and Hair Salon Video Take a trip on a time machine and visit a 1950’s beauty salon. Remastered and colorized by Glamour Daze. The transformation that can take place in a young woman’s appearance, simply by …
Shop vintage style shapewear and vintage lingerie. Bullet bras, girdles, and waist cinchers from What Katie Did, Rago , Pip and Pantalaimon and Bettie Page. Introduction to Shapewear Hollywood, during the 1930’s and 1940’s, without meaning to at all, brought about a revolution in the field of foundation wear. The stars didn’t like iron-clad girdles …
Some lovely 1950’s teenage girl fashion. The story of Jean, the new girl on campus. She faces social rejection because of hurtful gossip. A Teenage Girl’s Experience of Gossip in a 1950’s High School A 1950’s educational social guidance film on the damage that spreading gossip and rumors can cause. As in the How to …
Mad Men era example of gender stereotyping in the 50’s. One man vents his sexism at what he sees as powder room politics during office breaks. Sexism in the 50’s – What Women Do in the Powder Room Glamourdaze’s latest vintage fashion film takes a peek – in glorious color at what women get up …
Continuing our seasonal trip through time to Vintage Christmas past with found photos of women at Christmas. The styles, the tinsel and the glamour 1990’s Christmas Photographs The 1990’s, was quite a mixed bag for fashion. A terrible war in Bosnia not withstanding, it was a time of optimism and wealth. The music was great, …