When people think of 1950a British youth subcultures, the Teddy Boys often steal the spotlight. But alongside them was an equally stylish and rebellious group – the Teddy Girls or Judies, as they were sometimes called. These young women carved out a bold, distinctive style that blended Edwardian fashion with contemporary elements, creating a look that was tough and elegant.
Despite being largely overlooked in historical discussion of subcultures, the Teddy Girls played a significant role in post-war British fashion and youth culture. Their style wasn’t just about looking good, it was a form of rebellion and rejection of conservative expectations placed upon working-class women at the time.
Wearing the same drape jackets, rolled up jeans and flat shoes as their male counterparts, they inevitably added their own feminine flair with straw boaters, brooches and clutch bags and more tailored jackets, often with velvet collars. They not only dressed this way for aesthetic effect, they were also rejecting post-war austerity.
The Teddy Boys and Girls were mostly from working class backgrounds, leaving school at 14-15 and working in factories or offices. Their hard-earned cash, was spent on second hand clothing and going to the cinema and attend dances and concerts with the boys, and collect magazines and records.
To get this casual, androgynous look for yourself; team a drape or tailored jacket with a pencil skirt or rolled up trousers. A velvet collar would also fit this look perfectly. Flat shoes and blouses, along with a cute boater hat and/or brooch will finish this look.
For hair, a pompadour or messy bun will fit. The hair is more masculine and deliciously undone and deconstructed. 
For make up, the red lip and eyeliner that’s a staple for the 1950s is perfect. The Teddy Girls coveted the glamour and decadence of the 1890s and rebelled against the order of the ration books.
I hope this has been useful, I may give this look a go myself soon ❤️
