Most Iconic Fashion Trend Of The 1950s
The "New Look" Silhouette Introduced by Christian Dior in 1947, this iconic silhouette featured a nipped-in waist, full skirts using crinolines or petticoats, and a bust line emphasised with padding.…
Fashion Accessories Galore in the 1950s
No 1950s look was complete without the perfect accessories. Ladylike gloves, pearls, scarves, hats, and handbags added polish. Kitten heels were the preferred shoe style, though saddle shoes were also…
1950s Women’s Wardrobe Essentials Knit Top Sweater Sets
The twin set was another wardrobe essential for the well-dressed 1950s woman. A short-sleeved or sleeveless knit top paired with a cardigan or vest projected an air of casual chic.…
The New Look Silhouette
No discussion of 1950s fashion is complete without mentioning Christian Dior's iconic "New Look" silhouette. Introduced in 1947, the New Look celebrated an hourglass figure with a nipped-in waist, full…
Fabulous 1950s Fashion for the Modern Woman
The 1950s were a glamorous era for women's fashion. After the rationing and austerity of the wartime years, the 1950s ushered in a new age of femininity, luxury, and elegance…
Dovima photographed with Elephants in the 1950s
Perhaps the most iconic image of 1950s fashion, this photograph by Richard Avedon features Dovima in a Dior gown designed by Yves Saint Laurent. Taken at the Cirque d'Hiver in…
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