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Sold popularly even today, styling a vintage scarf to the tea party or for the meet-up at the café is an exotic addition to the outfit. While it can deftly save you from looking shabby with unwashed oily hair, the pretty textures in a rainbow of colors is always a pleasant accessory to have. 

Scarves were the popular picks of men and women back in the 1900s. The formal and informal wear always came with a scarf to go by, wrapped around the head, around the neck or on the waist. Printed with florals or polka dots, in big and bold colors of varying shapes, the scarves defined the vintage era single-handedly. 


Read below to learn the multiple ways of incorporating vintage scarves stylishly with your everyday outfits. 

As a Headband

If you have a vintage scarf in your wardrobe, you would know that they standout particularly due to their fabrics, textures, and prints. A vintage scarf on the head as a twisted headband is one pretty way of styling it. 

1. Fold your scarf such that it ends up being two inches wide only, and is long enough like a headband. 

2. Let your hair loose and put the scarf around the head with the loose ends at the front. 

3. Make a twist at the front tightly. Tuck in the loose ends inside the band and use bobby pins to keep it fixed. 

In the Ponytail



Scarves in the ponytails are always in vogue, and there are several ways you can make ponytails – half, low, plaited, high. There are also several ways in which you can link your vintage scarf to each type. However, the trick involved is similar so you can get a general idea by this one, commonest ponytail styling. 

1. Fold the scarf so that it becomes long and skinny 

2. Secure your hair in a ponytail using a hair tie.

3. Put the scarf beneath the ponytail and wrap around twice.

4. Make sure the knot of the scarf is on top of the ponytail. 

You can improvise this style by keeping the knot up, or down, making half or low ponytails, or draping the scarf on the end of a French braid. The innovation is yours to make. 

As a Belt



Relive the ladies of the past and wrap your vintage scarf as a belt, because the ninja style was interestingly one of the favorites of people from the past. 

This particular fashion is for the longer scarves, which can be folded as triangles or rectangles. A tight knot on the side-waist with high bun and sunglasses is a hip look relevant almost everywhere! 

Around the Neck

This one is quite trendy in the 21st century because it serves multiple purposes – keeping cold in winters, polishing a look, completing the office attire, and well, teasing with sleeveless tops. 

Wrap the scarf around your neck, keeping either ends loose at the front or one end short. Make a loose lock of the ends, or drape it casually around the neck. The neck-style is easy, quick and always looks chic. 





 Style icon, Audrey Hepburn, appeared in a variety of looks that complemented her minimalist fashion personality distinctively. Her presence on and off-screen was always singular – elegant and notable.

We will look back to the time when Hepburn ruled as the ultimate fashion icon, to channel your inner Audrey Hepburn out in the open. Apart from the other items that she rocked classically, it was the hats that made prominent, remarkable presence during her reign. Feel free to take inspiration from the top choices of Audrey’s hats, to pair it up with a Hepburn dress this weekend. 

1.     Chiffon Turbans

Chiffon turbans were popularly cherished by the Hepburn fans, and we loved the British actress in one of these. She wore these turbans, mostly in white color, with a bit of her bob haircut peeping from the front. Big loops dangling from her ears looked chichi altogether. If you have an Audrey dress waiting for its headwear, go for the turban because it never looked wrong! 

2.     Pillbox Hats

The famous Pillbox hat originated from her movie Charade and brought forward a storm of admiration. Audrey looked conveniently voguish in every scene with her Pillbox hat covering the back of her head to the nape. These were puffed out, always in a matching color, and attractively featured her ear tops. Duchess of Cambridge, Catherine Middleton, is often spotted in a Pillbox hat. 

3.     Chapeu Du Martin Hats

Despite its timelessness, Audrey’ Chapeu Du Martin from her movie, Breakfast at Tiffany, was a legendary headgear. The hat remains history because ever since Audrey turned up in that oversized hat, fashion designers have been vainly trying to make a replica of it. The long, decorative silk scarf that drooped from one side, from over and above the large brim of the hat, was a masterpiece. Fortunately for us, 

4.     Feather Hats 

Breakfast at Tiffany was a prepared treat for fashionistas, who took another inspiration from Audrey’s feather hat from the same movie. Not nearly as suave as the Chapeu Du Martin, this one was subtle, fancier, and more formal. It was made up of wool, had vegan fur and duck feathers fastened that looked dainty, delicate, and extremely stylish. Again, fortunately for us, a replica of Audrey’s feather hat exists to aid you in turning up at as the legendary fashion icon at the vintage party next in line. 

Audrey Hepburn did not only win the hearts of her viewers with impeccable big screen appearances, but she was also loved and cherished for her innate, unmatched fashion sense, and for the stylish hats that she brought to life. Apart from the few top picks of critiques, she was extremely loved in woven and straw hats, and in the Kentucky Derby Hat from Feathered Lady which collected equal approval from her fans. 

 


The 1950s was the time of elegance accompanied by style. People were engaging in a number of fun activities to enjoy themselves. The nights were young, and people liked to put their worries behind them to have a great night of partying. In times like today's, if one wants to live the carefree days and enjoy a fabulous 1950s themed party, it is important that he complies with the rules of the 1950s party. Likewise, if you are planning on throwing a 1950s themed party, it is important that you keep a few things in mind before taking any step. Below, there is a list of ways as to how to throw a 1950s themed party for you to follow:

  • Budget

The first and foremost thing when it comes to throwing a 1950s themed party is to determine and decide your budget. Until and unless you have a set budget, there are chances of things turning into a mess. It is important to decide your budget beforehand to manage everything ahead of time so that nothing may ruin your fabulous party.

  • Location

For a 1950s themed party, the location is very important. Look for a place that allows decorations to be taped or pinned to the walls. You can choose a diner for your party or set your beautiful home according to the trends of the 1950s party and have a blast right at your place. Also, you need to keep in mind the number of people who you are going to invite and choose the place accordingly to accommodate them well.

  •  Invitations

Once the budget and location have been decided, the next and another important thing that you need to do is to send invitations. But first, you need to decide whether you are going to test your expertise and make your customized invitations, or you are going to get them from somewhere. Keep in mind your budget and the food and beverages before inviting the whole world, and then regretting not being able to enjoy it.

  • Decorations

Decorations are an essential part of a 1950s themed party. No matter how beautifully you decorate your place or get that diner decorated, until and unless the location gives off the 1950s vibe, it is not possible for you and your guests to feel the true essence of the 1950s. For your location to give off the ideal 1950s vibe, it is necessary that your decorations reflect what it was like to live in the magnificent age of the 1950s and to enjoy a party of that time.

  • 1950s Dresses
  • For a 1950s themed party, selecting the perfect outfit is essential. Keeping in mind the glorious people of the 1950s and how they used to dress up for their parties can help you choose an outfit for yourself without any difficulty. 1950s slim sheath dresses and tailored suits, polka dot skirts with plain blouses, tea-length swing dresses with petticoats for fullness, high waisted jeans, capri pants, poodle skirts for teens, circle or pencil skirts, peter pan collar blouses, swing coast, and twin set cardigan sweaters for winters, and saddle shoes, kitten heels, and stiletto heels can prove to be some of the ideal choices for a 1950s themedparty outfit. When going to a 1950s themed party, you can wear capri pants or tapered jeans, pull up your hair in a high ponytail that has a beautiful scarf tied around it for elegance and style, wear a bright colored lipstick for sparkling confidence, and lastly, wear white socks with saddle shoes to look majestically perfect.




    The 1920s and the unmatched ‘Flapper Style’ go hand-in-hand – that era was all about roaring wild, kindling party-spirit, and fluttering your way glamorously into the club. If you happen to shop for vintage costumes today, above everything else, you are likely to spot rows of various flapper style dresses and Gatsby suits because a) designers still love to recreate the beaded low-waistlines and classic tuxedos from the 1920s, and b) that particular fashion line is one of the few timeless highlights of the 1900s era.

    Characterized from the 1920s, we are going to look at how you can reproduce the exotic Flapper style that marked history with its modest length and virginal cleavage. 
    Guide to Dressing like a 1920s Flapper:

    1)The Hairstyle 



    Starting from the crown, you need to get your hairstyle on spot. There was a classic, long-lasting trend of short hair or bob-cut for women in the 20s. Without pulling off the hairstyle first, your neck-below look will simply not spark the fire.

    A tom-boyish haircut, if you already have one, is best. Women with longer hair can use wigs. Make a tight bun or plaits and pin it up on your head to accommodate beneath the wig. If you can’t find a wig that upholds your long hair, try making a chignon. Make a low ponytail at the nape, and wrap the tail into a bun. Secure with pins.

    While bob-styled hair was more hip and relevant to flapper dressing, you can still prettily adjust your longer tresses to rock that classic look.

    2)The Headgear 


    Long or short hair matters second to getting the perfect headgear for your 20s flapper dress. The headbands and forehead bands were extremely prevalent in that time, along with hair combs or tiaras. These were designed with gemstones, feathers, or crystals to complement the fancy, beaded dress. If you get your hands on a headband, make sure you place it just above the brow. It looks cool, vintage, and very epic.

    You can also opt for skull-fitting net caps, peacock Gatsby turbans, or the flapper style feather ribbons featured at the side of your face. The favorite thing to do for women of 20s was wearing headwear in peculiar styles. The variety is vast, even more so today than it was way back in that era. Pick the accessory that outlandishly complements your dress, which is what we will discuss next. Shop for your wear with only one thought in mind: the uproar style was the heart of the 1920s.

    3)Choosing the Dress 



    The JazzAge, as the 1920s are famously known by, was a time when several new inventions took place, and the world of arts and entertainment roared over. Emerging from a rather tamed, unglamorous decade, the 1920s was like an exhilarating gust of wind.

    The flapper dress, the climax of the era, was designed to keep the conformity of women in view. Deep cleavages, immodest hemlines, or dresses that accentuated curves were considered offensive. Flapper dresses came with the boyish cut; almost straight off from the chest to the hips. The neckline was never too daring, and the hemline was never too up. These were, most of the time, sleeveless, of knee-length and laced with fancy beads.

    You would want a dress that has a V-shaped back or front, is stitched with beads, or sequins and has a low-waistline belt that masks the curves. Fringes were also one of the highlights, with fabrics popularly like chiffon, satin or crepe. If you are unable to find a fancy beaded flapper dress, go for a plain one and flare it up with costume jewelry.

    4)The Shoes 



    Not nearly as important as the dress and the headwear, going for T-strapped heels will be cherry on top to vitalize the JazzAge energy. Black, silver, or gold in low heels, rounded toes, or pumps were the popular picks to dance all night in. The shoes were infancy, chosen to keep one comfortable as they would spiritedly enjoy Charleston at the club-nights.

    5)Costume Jewelry



    Flapper dresses were elevated with the addition of simple jewelry or other accessories, such as gloves, pearl necklaces, or cigarette holders. These finishing touches will time-travel you completely back to the Roaring 20s and to the age of fresh music and marathon dance.

    Men in the 1920s


    Men, on the other hand, enjoyed the more gangster look with slimmer-fitting suits, fedora hats, tuxedos from the James Bond, sports shoes, and an extra mimicry from the movies. Pinstripes were common, and anything else that complied with the Gatsby or gangster appearance.

    Do you have a scheduled a costume party this weekend? Or are you contemplating for an offbeat get-up? You now know what to do!
    Cristobal Balenciaga was born in the year 1895, in a small village located in the Basque region of northern Spain named Getaria. A Spanish couturier who was well-known for his innovative ideas, supreme designs, and majestic craftsmanship, Balenciaga took his first steps towards the fashion industry with the help of his mother who was a tailoress. He set up his first fashion house in the year 1917 in San Sebastian at the mere age of 22. He named this fashion house Eisa that was a short form of the maiden name of his mother, Martina Eizaguirre Embil. Later on, he established fashion houses in Madrid and Barcelona before he eventually moved to Paris. The fashion house he opened on the Avenue Georges V immediately turned into the most valuable and exclusive couturier. Balenciaga was well acquainted with the craft of fashion designing and excelled at each phase of crafting procedure of the dress, from the point of drafting a pattern to cutting, fabricating, and finalizing an outfit.


    Balenciaga came to be called The Master of haute couture and has given shape to some of the finest fashion trends in the 1950s clothing style. He was seen as an inspiration for all those who wanted to master similar skills, and the works he produced still inspire many across the globe. A lot of his magnificent designs had an influence of his Spanish heritage. Black lace, matador outfits, and flamenco dresses were often seen in his works. The 1950s clothing style that was introduced by Balenciaga gave rise to shapes that were entirely new and a fascinating invention in the world of 1950s women's fashion. The early 1950s saw balloon hems and mid-1950s witnessed the arrival of semi-fit lines that had fitted fronts but lose backs. The late 1950s was a marvelous surprise for the fashion industry as this was the time during which Balenciaga introduced the famous sack dresses that incorporated no waist and though this radical design met extreme criticism, it eventually turned into a success that still has hearts of many.

    The theme of body abstraction also came form Cristobal Balenciaga in the form of baby doll dresses that were a part of the late 1950s women’s fashion. Balenciaga was the face of revolution in the 1950's clothing style and is respected and admired by many and that included his contemporaries as well. He used new fabrics all the time, his patterns came with innovative cuts, and the architectural shapes he crafted were bold and serve as an inspiration even to this day to all the fashion designers in the making. Scroll down to find a list of fashion items that were finely crafted by the hands of Cristobal Balenciaga: the King of Fashion:

    1)Flamenco-Style Evening Dress



    This beautiful flamenco-style evening dress was created by Balenciaga in 1961. The pink color of this dress gives it a super classic look and the tail of the dress gives it the style it required. The upper torso is wrapped in a body-fitting piece and the ruffles at the bottom add the volume to this magnificent clothing article.

    2)Bolero Jacket and Lace Cape



    This bolero jacket designed and produced by Balenciaga incorporates the elements of his Spanish heritage. The black lace and motifs resemble those that are usually seen in the traditional mantilla shawls worn by Spanish women on special occasions. The lace cape with a matching ribbon tied into a bow at the collar served as an ideal accessory to pair with other outfits.


    3)Baby Doll Evening Dress and Envelope Dress



    The baby doll evening dress by Balenciaga was yet another iconic approach towards 1950s women's fashion. This dress came with a trapeze-like shape that skimmed the waist. The envelope dress was the extreme point in the concept of abstraction and incorporated dramatic four-pointed envelop detailing. These dresses had a sculptural design and were often made out of stiff yet lightweight silk gazar. The envelop dress met instant success in the fashion press but was not very successful when it came to his clientele.

    4)Glamorous Coat



    Glamorous coats were Balenciaga’s other specialty. These coats were the definition of minimalist aesthetic and had the potential of making the wearer stand out of the crowd with ease as this majestic 1950s clothing style simply had no match. This beautiful coat was produced by Balenciaga and embroidered by Lesage to develop into a creation that was as stunning as anything, and currently rests in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

    5)Skirt Suit



    This simple yet classic skirt suit was Balenciaga’s creation and inspired many fashion and costume designers and continues to do so even today. The static pattern of this skirt suit combined with wide collar coat and button detailing adds perfection to this already perfect design.

    The time of world war 2 is a captivating one not only in terms of politics, and society but also when it comes to fashion. The fashion trends that were being followed in those days were serving as a portrayal of all the incidents taking place across the globe in a very obvious and striking manner. This time period left a lasting impression on the study of fashion and all the fashion designers of that time and the ones yet to come. World war 2 brought with it and forced many restrictions that further influenced many fashion trends and even caused some to be altered. The war altered the roles of women in society and gave rise to a new kind of fashion requirements. Scroll down to find a list of various ways in which world war 2 impacted 40s women’s fashion:

    1) Man-Made Fiber
    During World War 2, as every industry was facing restrictions, bans were imposed on several materials that were usually imported from the outside world and there were restrictions on raw material too that led to the development of man-made fibers. The man-made fiber that was created during world war 2 can still be seen in the world of today in various forms and styles. The need to save essential fibers and assets also led to this approach in fashion.

    2) Style and Silhouette
    With the fashion and clothing industry facing challenges in the form of bans and restrictions, there was a major shift regarding the style and silhouettes of the outfits. 40s women’s dresses were now more inclined towards simplicity. Designers were focusing on using their creativity and turning the instructions of the governments into products of their brilliance and making the new trends of world war 2 fashionable. The silhouette lines of outfits crafted during world war 2 are a popular trend in even the clothing items produced today.

    3) Similarity in Fashion
    There was a scarcity of fabrics and luxury fibers were almost close to non-existent and the rationing system was introduced. With these changes, the world could witness mitigating differences among various social classes. Under the mandates of the government, the styles and outfits of every woman became almost identical, hence, bringing a similarity in the fashion of all classes and less and less noticeable differences among social classes. The similarity in fashion could be seen in the form of work outfits and those worn on formal occasions.

    4) Dresses Resembling Military Uniforms
    With the shift in the responsibility of women from working in homes to taking charge of industries as the men were recruited to take part in the war, a major impact on the women’s fashion arose. The 1940s dresses that were worn by women during world war 2 largely resembled the uniforms worn by military officials. The skirts got shorter as they should be in a situation of war for the purpose of being more practical to be worn and the shoulder pads were introduced. Women also started wearing pins on their dresses as a military official would do with their badges. The coats that were often worn were made of linen, cotton, or wool.

    5) Colors and Prints
    Sober and nude colors took place of all the other colors during the 1940s. The 40s women’s fashion constituted of simple designs and plainer looks that adorned warm coats, slacks, and frocks that were washable. Patriotic colors were the thing of the 40s women’s fashion, and sweaters and cotton blouses became popular to be worn with pinafore dresses. The shoes worn during this time were likewise plain and had flat heels.

    6) Fashion Trends
    To be compatible with the activities of the wartime, the fashion trends mainly constituted of utility clothing lines and washable dresses. And, although, the inclination towards wearing jewelry declined, women still liked wearing bracelets and necklaces made out of pearl-like beads or pearls. Dress codes, which were previously dictated by the gender of the person, diluted during world war 2. The need to save material also prompted the shorter than usual length of the skirts worn during that time. During world war 2, girls were supposed to wear a dress with the length that reached their knees or skirts with blouses along with a woolen hat, headscarf, or a beret.

    World war 2 had a major impact on the fashion of women. The man-made fiber was developed, style and silhouettes of the dresses changed, the difference among various social classes mitigated and similarity in the 40s women's fashion became more visible, patriotism led to dresses that resembled military uniforms, colors that were muted and sober, and prints that best matched the ongoing wartime situation became a trend. These fashion trends influenced many fashion and costume designers and continue to inspire fashion designers even today with the perfection in simplicity and plainer looks.
    Call it blocking the sun or a gracious extension of the Victorian era, women in the Roaring 20s did not leave their houses without putting on a hat or headwear first. From cloche hats to bonnets and turbans, there was plentiful of amazing choices available that would go with their tons of outfits all year round.

    You can pick any of these hats to nail your 1920s look. Have a look.

    Cavalier & Bi-Corn Hats 


    The enormous hat fashion from the previous decade prevailed only for some time in the 1920s until the feather tapestry was banned and fashion designers came up with the Cavalier hats. Inspired by the movie, The Three Musketeers, these hats were crafted seasonally from either straw or velvet. Although the leading ladies of the movie wore Cavalier hats that had three horns, the Bi-corn hat style that followed suit gained much more popularity. Folded up only on two pointed sides, the Bi-corn hats often had a bow, tassel, ribbon, feather, or jewel dangling low on one side.

    Turbans 

    Turbans were another fashionable pick for men and women in the 1920s. The turban headwear became so trendy that people would even wear it to formal evening parties and gatherings, decorated with brooches and jewels. Although merely a cloth wrapped around the head, fashion architects crafted turbans in fascinating styles that would cover the whole or half of the head and yet look utterly glamorous.

    Women would often make a turban out of a headscarf, wrapping it horizontally around the head or down to their hair length. They come with jewels fastened or fancy decoration, which at times would be detachable to serve for either purpose. Paired with gloves and costume jewelry such as the pearl necklace, turban hats would do wonders with any of the 1920s dresses.

    Cloche Hats 

    They arrived in the year 1924 and dominated the headwear for almost a decade. The Cloche hats were one-of-a-kind; these had an apology for a brim, reached low on the brows, and fitted snugly on the skull that women had to have a bob haircut. The low hat-line made it difficult to see far ahead, so women would march chin up and effortlessly create an aura of feminine arrogance that conformed to that era.


    These were worn for everyday use and were still able to fill the need for a more proper headwear. The increasing fame for Cloche hats amounted to an increase in their versatility – people would put on a cloche hat for formalwear and find it best suited. Their snug style, bow crown, and delicate embroidery were sufficient as it was which consequently birthed the idea to expand the Cloche collection. The hats started to emerge with longer brims, and the space for variation expanded.

    Sporty Beret Hats

    These prevailed from the previous decades, enjoying the sporty look with a floppy style. The fabric would weigh down at one side with minimum additions, and the beret hats were the perfect go-to-headgear for outdoors, sweaters, plaid skirts, and horseback riding. The later years transformed the sporty beret hats into chic French berets which prevailed for many years the following suit.


    Contrary to the limited collection of hats composed today, fashion designers had a colossal of ideas in that era. Eyes stealing tantalizing looks, with long/short hair hidden under a hat were a provocative sight to see and thus added on dramatically to the docility of the women. It now gets easier to understand why women from that era are still symbolized for their submissiveness and ravishing femininity.


    As current fashion trends take over the wardrobe of most, there are such individuals, who have the knack to revisit history. To look different, yet fresh and out of the ordinary. Filling their cupboard with all things vintage, they combine fashion with history, exhibiting a blast from the past moment. Always keeping an eye out for affordable and quality vintage dresses, shopping vintage is their favorite past-time. 

    However, vintage fashion isn’t an easily achievable feat. There is a lot of wandering through stores, rummaging through piles, and trying on clothes. Finally, you find the vintage dress you always wanted, glowing through a mound of vintage-style prints.

    Pair yourself with a friend who likes shopping vintage, and embark on the vintage dress shopping spree of your dreams. Here are a few tips, to make this spree easier and effective for you:



    • Broaden your Mind (and tastes!)

    If you are a true vintage-enthusiast, you are aware of the treasures you may find when going through a thrift store. From shirts to turtlenecks to flapper dresses to body-hugging silk vintage dresses, all lines the stands waiting to be bought and adored.

    Everybody has a specific taste, however, the first thing you should do whilst entering a vintage shop, is to have an open mind. To be willing to try anything and everything that suits you. Never enter thinking to buy a single sweater, because you might miss out on the best vintage-style printed dress you could ever find. Scavenge through the store, and leave with the best find of the day, and your heart fulfilled to the brim.


    • Opt for a Fusion of Vintage and Modern


    Although you have gone to shop vintage, know the notion less is more. Alongside upholding vintage dress fashion, it is imperative to appear trendy too. Dressed in vintage from top to bottom may aware over-the-top, and a tad like you are an attendant to a costume party. Instead, represent the past with a modern twist. When going to shop, get the perfect sweater vintage dress of the 1960s, and pair it up with currently chunky jewelry and boots. A past-present fusion – what can be better? 


    • Be Vary of Sizes


    Vintage shopping is never easy to do online due to the differing sizes of the past. For instance, if you are a current size 8, you will fit into a ‘80s size 10, ‘70s size 12, and a size 14 of the ‘50s! 

    This means, be sure to try out whatever you pick, and do not fear the size tag – perhaps the only time we can say this (sigh!).



    • Choose What Speaks YOU


    Remember vintage shopping is less different to regular shopping than people have made it out to be. Thus do not opt for a fashion trend of an era you feel is not your type. For some, the flapper dresses of the Roaring 20s may not be their cup of tea. For others, some vintage style-prints may not suit their body figure.

    In such cases, it is better to choose the era, and the fashion style which speaks to you, of you. Go for bold prints if you are the bubbly, joyous kind. Go for pastel shades of the past, if subtle is what you want. Do not choose on a vintage dress or style, simply because the theme was a specific era. Remember, your clothes represent you, and should be a mirror image of you. 


    • Do not be Brand-Conscious


    When looking for vintage dress fashion, know that seldom do brands matter. The best vintage dresses can often be found in thrift stores, and street lining kiosks. Yes donning an Armani label is another feel in itself. However, fall in love with vintage clothing for itself, not for the label. Love the print, the fabric, the style, and the era it represents. For if you love what you wear, no matter where it’s from – you are bound to look a million bucks.

    • Vary Second-Hand Remnants


    With vintage clothing comes the idea of wear and tear – for thrift stores usually have second-hand clothing. The idea of used clothing should not upset you, for this is the art of vintage, of pre-loved fashion. However, as you purchase, be vary of the extent of wear and tear. A single missing button may be easily replaced and sewn. However, stains, sweat marks, broken zips, and torn hemlines seldom find their way back to how they were earlier. A bit of snip and tuck in vintage clothing is usual, however if the required amendments are many, you may be better off with another vintage dress instead.


    As you leave for your vintage shopping spree, be equipped with all these factors, and be ready to put your bargaining skills to use in case you are going to thrift stores. Enter with a smile, look for your heart’s desire, and in case you don’t find a vintage dress at that moment, ask them when they get their new stock in.

    Get, set, shop!


    In current times people are always looking for new styles and new fashions trends to incorporate into their wardrobes. But more than often, it is the vintage styles that get picked up from the past decades and are somehow fashioned, modified and brought back to this decade. These vintage styles are not at all ancient as one might think of and are equally unique and glamorous with various different changes occurring by the passage of time. These changes mostly occurred as one decade passed away and soon as people stepped foot in a new decade, new fashion trends emerged.

    A great example of the ever changing trend can be taken from the twenties when flappers and mid knee dresses were the talk of the town.  Accompanied with kitten heels, these dresses were worn by every lady during the 20s. But as soon as the 30s came, the old flappers were chucked out of the window and in came the long, slim, full sleeved dresses. These dresses were almost as long as till the toes and would touch the ground if worn with flats.

    There has been various types of dresses include cocktail dresses, flappers, dresses with short sleeves, long sleeves and even strapless ones s time passed.

    One thing that really makes a dress stand out from the crowd is the color if it. The design and the sequins on the dress come later on as further inspection is done on the intricate details but the first thing that catches the viewers eye is the color of the dress. The one color that is ever green and can never get out of fashion is white. Worn by brides initially, and associated with angels and naivety, this is one color that speaks volumes of the elegance and sophistication of the person wearing it.

    There are various kinds of vintage party dresses some of which are mentioned below:


    1. Lace dresses

    The lace and net vintage dresses are the most elegant ones. With nothing much done on the fabric, these dresses are just adorned with a lot of lace or are sometimes entirely made up of net with lining underneath. Accessorized with a belt near the waist, or bow attached in one corner, these were the most low maintenance and simple dresses that can still be worn today.
    These dresses would also sometimes be just made up of plain white fabric and would have a little lace incorporated in either the neckline or the sleeves. 


    2. Floral dresses

    Another type of dresses famously worn in the olden times, especially in the 50s are the floral dresses. 50s were famous for bring floral prints under the spotlight so it would be unwise to address vintage dresses and not mention these floral prints. With white as the base of the dress, there would usually be large floral print design all over the dress. These flowers were mostly of vibrant colors which bring an element of joy and playfulness in the dresses. These dresses used to be perfect for barbeque lunches and day time events.


    3. Flair dresses

    Going back to the 50s and the 60s, dresses with flair were a huge attraction. Since corsets were pretty common back then, women would wear large dresses that would hug the curves near the waist and then flair out from right below the waist giving a look fit for a princess. These dresses would usually come in various colors but the white ones specially stood one because of the simplicity. 



    4. Polka dot dresses

    Another vintage fashion trend that is often brought back by people today for costume and theme parties are the polka dot dresses. These dresses would specially have white color as their main feature because more than often the base of these polka dot trends was white as well. The dots used to be of either black or red color. 


    5. Silk dresses

    White is often associated with beauty and elegance. In order to bring more of that beauty out, during the 40s and 50s, silk was used as a fabric for long dresses. This was not just limited for cocktail dresses but often wedding dresses would also be made out of silk to give them an aura of glamour while keeping it sophisticated.. Women would wear white silk elbow long gloves and red lipstick to add more color and vibrancy to the entire look. 


    6. Pencil dresses

    Lastly, one major style that was initiated back in the 50s and is still worn by people all over the world I that of the pencil dresses. These dresses are the epitome of elegance. These pencil dresses would be fitted and would look great on hourglass figures. These dresses are still worn by women in professional and business setting since they give a formal look. 

    Vintage clothes are currently being accentuated in our modern-day clothing styles today to add a touch of retro look in our clothes. These vintage dresses once modified a little, give the right fusion between nostalgic and modern vibes. There are many styles that are associated with the early 50s, 60s, and 70s, and all of these and many decades compromise of years and years of glamorous and creative innovations in the fashion industry. Most people when inquired about the vintage styles for women generally just come up with puffy and flair skirts when in reality there was a lot going on in those decades beyond the skirts.

    One such clothing piece that has dominated the vintage clothing line is pencil skirts and pencil dresses. The pencil dresses were originated from the year 1908 when Edith Hat o Berg wore it in an airplane as to not let the material of the cloth fly once they’re in air. The idea of pencil skirts was officially first brought forward by Christian Dior in the year 1954. Post World War II, there was a lot of rationing that had to be done in all fields of life and clothing wasn’t spared. Instead of making huge puffy skirts that required a lot of cloth, pencil skirts were introduced that hugged all the curves on a woman’s body and were as long as till the knees or calves.

    These skirts were also famously known as the wiggle skirts because whilst wearing them there was little room for women to move hence they had to wiggle their way when walking. Similar was the case with pencil dresses as well.


    There are some aspects that should be kept in mind if one is looking to make pencil dresses a part of their wardrobe.

    · Fitting
    The first thing to keep in mind whilst looking for pencil dresses and pencil skirts is the size. It is very important to find the perfect fit for your body when it comes to pencil dresses. The reason for this is because with other types of clothes, alteration is very easy and a pin here and there could give a refined look but that is not the case with pencil dresses. Since each and every curve of the body is outlined, it is wise to get a good fit or else there might be bulging clothing material which can spoil the entire look.


    · Occasions
    Next up, the trick to fashion is to always have a good understanding of when to wear what. The dilemma or over or under dressing can hugely dampen any event so it is necessary to keep in the mind the correct occasions when one can grace a pencil dress. These dresses have a very professional and feminine look so they can be easily worn to offices and for other business related or official events. 


    · The right accessories
    Like every other piece of clothing, it is crucial to accessorize right in order to give it the right aura. Pencil dresses have always been worn with high heels in order to bring out the curves of the body even more. It is time to forget the comfort of your flats and get those kitten heels out of the closet for the pencil dresses. It is widely known that flats shouldn’t be worn with pencil dresses and they could completely ruin the final look.  One can even wear wedges or any other type of heels so that the legs can be brought more to the attention and one can achieve a slimmer figure.



    · Color
    Color is also a very important aspect when it comes to pencil dresses. Color maybe a very versatile option for any other piece of clothing but when it comes to pencil dresses one should aim for subtle and darker colors. Since these are a complete outfit and you can’t add pants or any other such clothing item to it, it is necessary to get one that can give off a complete look. Colors like burgundy, magenta, black, gray and even dark greens can be worn to give off a sophisticated and elegant look.

    Pencil dresses are a very elegant clothing item that has been a centre of attraction since the last 50 decades and is still adored by people. With the correct accessories, this dress can be a modest and elegant addition to your closet.

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