1955 fashion

1955 Sears Fall Winter Catalog, Page 57

Sears & Roebuck Fall 1955 (must have hat and gloves when dressing up) Nancy Berg front and center

In 1947, Christian Dior, turned 1940s fashion upside down with his “New Look.” The New Look was big and bold and utterly feminine. And it st...

1955 Sears Fall Winter Catalog, Page 310

1958 Sears Spring Summer Catalog, Page 63

Dive into the transformative world of 1950s women's fashion with Bagaholic! Explore how iconic trends and timeless styles from this era have greatly influenced modern wardrobe. From cinched waists to decadent designs, discover the enduring legacy of vintage fashion that forever changed the way we dress today.

Simplicity 1583; ©1956; Junior Misses' and Misses' Skirt and Two Blouses: The basis of this winning combination is a softly pleated skirt that teams with two individually styled blouses. Choice of fabric can give the appearance of a one piece dress or separates. Button-front blouse, views 1 and 2, has a small standing collar. Bias trim, sewn along neck seams, fastens in a bow. V-shaped yoke styled view 3 blouse. Bordered fabrics can be used for views 1 and 3. Pattern Review Patterns from the…

Here's to the glamorous cocktail dress, fashion history's most party-loving outfit. Stylish and designed for fun, the cocktail dress also symbolized new-found freedom for women.