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What are 50s style dresses called?
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1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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