1950s pants

1950s polka dot pants with a V notch waisband

One of the most desired, and often most misunderstood, articles in the vintage wardrobe are the trousers. Today I’m going to delve a little bit into the basics of the transition of trousers from the 1930’s through the 1950s. It’s a quick overview so I’m not touching on everything, but it will give you a […]Continue Reading...

McCall 5319; ©1943; Ladies' & Misses' Slacks. Features front pleats, wide waistband, back patch pocket, side buttoned closure. Featured in McCall Complete Catalog, June 1944 Vintage Vignettes [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]

Houseboy pants: These were pants that being in the 1950's and that ended at mid calf.

~ Circa: 1950s ~ Details: PANTS & SHORTS in four lengths ~ Size/Measurements(Inches): ~ Size: 12 ~ Bust: ~ ~ Waist: 25″ ~ Hip: 34″ ~ Please Note: ~ You are buying a ‘Professional Digitally Reproduced’ copy of this sewing pattern. Copied from the original sewing pattern. Produced in Full Scale Pattern Pieces ready […]

Back in late 2013, I penned a post called Ten Cold Weather Vintage Wardrobe Staples that was inspired by no small part by the scads of co...

Women's 1940s pants fashion included wide leg trousers, slacks, dungarees, overalls, coveralls, sailor and denim jeans. Learn the history of 40s pants styles.

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