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Cute, Chic, and Classic 1950s Fashions: Costumes and Clothing, from Poodle Skirts to Marilyn Monroe

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Poodle Skirts, Pink Ladies, Saddle Shoes, Cat-eye Glasses... Fabulous Fifties Fashion!

Since I was a little girl, I have loved 1950s style fashions.  From my mother's vintage circle skirts to my very own saddle shoes... Take a look at these wonderful styles and add a little sock hop to your own wardrobe!

Fifties fashion: Not just for Halloween anymore!

"Retro" is the new "Now"

Not only are vintage dresses and skirts hot items, but you can also get brand new clothing in the retro styles. For instance, I recently bought a cute dress with a fitted bodice, belted waist, and full skirt at a local Target. (That's right, I buy dresses at Target.) It doesn't look "old," but it's kind of retro-cute in an updated way.

So, whether you're looking for a great Marilyn Monroe costume, or want something more authentic to add to your wardrobe, here are some fun clothes and costumes to check out!

Fifties Costumes: Poodle Skirts

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And more poodle skirts costumes...

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And even more poodle skirt costumes...

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1950s Costume: Soda Fountain Girl or Diner Waitress

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Fifties Costume Ideas: "Grease" costumes for ladies

You can dress up as a Rydell High cheerleader, a Pink Lady, or cool Sandy.
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1950s Costumes: Pink Ladies from Grease

Perfect for your Grease costume. Even better as a group costume theme!
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"Grease" costumes for guys

Don't forget about Danny and his greaser buddies!
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Fifties Costume: Polka dot swing skirts

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1950s Costumes: other styles and accessories

Not looking for the poodle skirt? Here are a couple of other ideas.
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1950s Costumes: Marilyn Monroe's White Dress

from The Seven Year Itch

When it comes to 1950s costumes, Marilyn Monroe is in a class by herself. From the famously floating white halter dress (The Seven Year Itch) to the pink strapless gown (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes), Marilyn was (and still is) an American style icon.
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1950s Costumes: More Marilyn Monroe

Feeling colorful? Try this pink number from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, or another Marilyn inspired gown.
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1950s Costumes: Marilyn Monroe wigs

If you're going to be Marilyn, you can't skip the wig!
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Accessories: Cat-eye Glasses

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Put the finishing touches on your 50s look with these accessories

Add a crinoline slip to make your skirt even swingier, and tie a scarf around your neck for extra flair! Don't forget the bobby socks... It's called a "sock hop," not a "shoe hop!"
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1950s Essentials: Bobby Socks

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1950s Essentials: Saddle Shoes

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Top off your look with the right 1950s hairdo

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More great 50s hair

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Stylish 50s skirts

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Fifties stuff on eBay

Buy vintage, reproductions, 1950s-inspired, or make your own fifties clothes, with help from these eBay sellers.
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Like this page? Have a favorite fifties look? Tell us about it!

  • shermanmorrison Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:19 pm | delete
    Ah, the 50s. A great decade that preceded me by not very many years!
  • kelseyschultz Dec 22, 2011 @ 11:03 am | delete
    You really know your 50s fashion! Great lens!
  • jimmyworldstar Dec 11, 2011 @ 3:50 pm | delete
    Wow poodle skirts. I think the only thing coming back from the 50s is the popularity of burgers and milkshakes. I know Japan has a huge rockabilly season and people still dress like greasers there.
  • Alan Apr 2, 2011 @ 3:55 pm | delete
    Find other great 1950s costumes, wigs and accessories at http://thestageplace.com/1950s.php
  • starsam Feb 12, 2009 @ 9:39 am | delete
    Your lens would be a great addition to the 'Fashion - Fashion Models' Group
    ( http://www.squidoo.com/groups/fashion-models )
    Feel free to add it anytime!
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I'm a midwestern girl who loves the 50s. There's something about the music and the clothes that strikes a happy nostalgic chord in me. Thanks for visiting! more »

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