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Discover timeless vintage beauty hacks from the 40s – 60s, including classic red lips, pin curls and DIY beauty treatments. … Continue readingBest Vintage Beauty Hacks: Timeless Tricks from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s.
If you love the fashion of the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s fashion but struggle to find authentic vintage clothing in your size or budget, don’t worry! There are plenty of modern brands that recreate vintage style. Whether you’re after a 40s tea dress, a 50s pin-up look, or a 60s mod mini dress, these brands offer beautiful vintage-inspired clothing. Here’s a guideto some of the best modern brands that capture the aesthetic of past decades
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From the sleek sophistication of the mod look to the colourful exuberance of the bohemian trends, the 1960s offers something for every vintage fashion fan. Whether you’re drawn to the clean lines of Jackie Kennedy or the playfulness of Swinging London, here’s a guide of the essentials you need to get a quintessential 60s-inspired wardrobe. The shift dress With its simple, straight silhouette and playful appeal, the versatile shift dress works for casual days and
The 1950s is a golden age of fashion, with iconic silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and polished styles that reflects the post-war prosperity and hope for the future. The decade celebrated femininity, curves and elegance, creating timeless glamour that is still revered today. Whether you’re building a 1950s-inspired wardrobe for everyday wear, or looking for something for a special occasion, here’s my guide to the essential items you should own. The full skirt The full circle skirt
Defined by resourcefulness, elegance and timeless style, the 1940s is a fascinating era of fashion. Despite the constraints of rationing from World War II, people found creative ways to stay chic. Sharp tailoring, versatile silhouettes and practical-yet-stylish accessories, the 1940s is easy to work into your daily look. Here’s a guide to the essential items you should own to recreate an authentic 40s wardrobe. The Utility Dress At the heart of 40s fashion is the
The 1950s was a time of great fashion innovation, with styles ranging from the feminine and elegant to the edgy and rebellious. Today, 1950s style remains popular, and it is possible to dress in this iconic fashion on the high street. In this article, I’ll give you some tips on how to dress in a 1950s style on the high street. Start with a classic silhouette The 1950s was characterized by feminine silhouettes that accentuated
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The 1960s were, as we all know, a decade of significant societal and cultural change, and the fashion of the era reflected that. Fashion and style were influenced by music, art, and politics and featured bold prints, mini skirts, and statement accessories. For the first time, young people became the leaders of fashion, following the trend of teenagers having extra cash to splurge in the 1950s. If you’re looking to echo the looks of the
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You know when you love something so much that the idea of actually doing it makes you worry? I think we’ve all been there to be honest, and I am no stranger to feeling anxious about what people think. I had always loved the wartime and post-war styles of the 40s, 50s and early 60s. However I never really had to confidence to even try dressing that way. Many people feel the same, and this
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