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What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

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What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
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1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...
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1950s American Vintage Bridal Gowns

Vintage 1950's yellow satin embroidered cocktail dress strapless UK 6-8 US 2-4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking 1950's buttercup yellow satin dress, embroidered with a floral pattern in a cream silk thread, accented by milk glass beads, is the perfect cocktail dress for your ...
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's silver pleated organza sweetheart dress 1950s dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This spectacular 1950's silver toned silk organza pleated dress is the perfect piece for your cocktail wardrobe. The strapless cut of the dress is accented by a sweetheart neckline,...
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Balenciaga 1950s Haute Couture Numbered Black Silk Jacket
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Balenciaga Paris Haute Couture Numbered Black Silk Vintage Jacket This jacket from Balenciaga is an exquisite couture and rare archival piece, designed by Balenciaga. Numbered behin...
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1950s French Jackets

Silk Crepe Embroidered Mini Dress
Located in New York, NY
Ivory Cream Silk Crepe Embroidered Mini Dress from the 1950's. Designed for inner wear but now perfect for a summer mini dress. Hand embroidered with pink satin flowers and pink sat...
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1950s French Day Dresses

Vintage 1950's Strapless Tulle Evening Dress Purple Mary Carter UK 6 US 2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A phenomenal piece to behold, this original 1950's evening gown, rendered a sumptuous shade of Iris purple, embellished with cerulean blue trailing floral embroidery which is in turn...
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1950s Evening Gowns

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