1950 1960 fashion

Vintage jewelry, clothing, purses, special gifts and wonderful, unique items from the 1940's-1990's. Coro, Trafari, Monet, Weiss and other wonderful hallmarked brands can be found here. We ...

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In the 1950s, the petticoat crinoline made a triumphant return to the fashion scene for skirts and dresses, with a bounce in its step and a swish in its sway.

The 1960s usually bring up memories of swinging hippies or mod dancers in go go boots. While they certainly took fashion by storm during the day, 1960s evening dresses were a different story. In the early 1960s (1960-1965), party dresses and formalwear emulated the designs of the 1950s. Tea length or knee length puffy swing

McCall's 5454; ©1960; Teen and Junior Dress with Slim or Full Skirt. Dress with surplice bodice and three-gore slim skirt or four-gore gathered skirt. Notched shawl collar may match dress or be contrasting and detachable. Short or three quarter length set-in sleeves. Low pleat in back of slim skirt. Left side zipper placket. [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…

A look back at the era of elegance.

Montgomery Ward 1960