Fashion 1950s style

A look back at the era of elegance.

The biography of Christian Dior

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1950’s Brief history of fashion in pictures.

I have been planning on making this outfit since 2008 when I discovered the Modes Royale patterns. Of course other projects kept jumping in front of this one, and another designer made this before me, but I still was obsessed with making this design myself. I really like the idea of the lace sheath under an overdress or redingote. I started thinking about other possibilities and I ended up adding a sash, and a straight skirt to create four different outfit options. I wanted to make this…

I know, I know, is she seriously talking about fall already?! Yes, dear reader, yes! And as it is my favorite season, I'm not even going to apologize! As a seamstress, I need to start thinking about and planning my fall projects now, so I can get going on them and wear them when fall does arrive. We have been having an unusually cool week here, a welcome break after the 90 degree heat, and it is making me even more excited for cooler weather and the return of fall fashion! I have collected…

Christian Dior is a world famous French fashion house founded by fashion designer Christian Dior. Clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, underwear, cosmetics and perfumes, mobile phones, men’s and women’s watches are produced under the Christian Dior brand. Christian Dior is an […]

In the 1950s, the petticoat crinoline made a triumphant return to the fashion scene for skirts and dresses, with a bounce in its step and a swish in its sway.

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Marilyn Monroe wore countless iconic gowns throughout her life. Here's a look at the actress's most memorable style moments.