50s women's clothing

1950s women's clothing was stylish, feminine and swinging.

• Polka-dot dresses with wide skirts and petticoats were the height of fashion. Perfect for dancing to rock 'n' roll music.
• High-waisted swing dresses and skirts combined with a tight blouse or top.
• Marilyn Monroe look : Go for the famous white halter dress or a glamorous red lipstick with an elegant dress.
• Grease clothing for women : choose a striking Pink Ladies jacket , combined with tight trousers and heels for a cool yet feminine look.
• Accessories complete your look: a scarf in your hair, a pearl necklace, cat-eye sunglasses or a bolero.
• Shoes : pumps or ballerinas for a real 50s look.

50s clothing men

1950s menswear had two popular styles: cool and rebellious or smart and classic.

• Grease/Elvis Presley look : leather jacket, white T-shirt, jeans with turned-up legs and of course the quiff with lots of gel for the Elvis outfit .
• Grease clothing for men : an iconic T-Bird jacket or a complete Danny Zuko outfit makes you instantly recognizable as a true 50s bad boy.
• Rock 'n' roll outfit : think tight trousers, shiny shoes and eye-catching blazers.
• Preppy style : neat trousers, shirt and blazer for more chic parties.
• Complete your look with retro sunglasses or an Elvis wig.

50s children's clothing

There is also plenty of choice in 50s clothing for children.

• For girls: cheerful polka dot dresses with a petticoat and headband.
• For boys: a cool Greaser outfit with jeans, a T-shirt and a leather jacket or a smart pair of trousers with suspenders .
• Children's accessories such as hair ribbons, sunglasses or small rock 'n' roll guitars complete the costume party.

50s party supplies and accessories

Complete your outfit with the right 50s party supplies :

• Wigs and glasses for the Elvis or Grease look.
• Petticoats and scarves to give a swing dress extra volume and color.
• Retro jewelry and gloves for a Hollywood glam feel.
• Inflatable guitars or jukebox decorations to get into the rock 'n' roll spirit.

Conclusion: choose your 50s outfit

Whether you choose a swinging polka dot dress , a Pink Lady jacket , a T-Bird outfit , the glamour of Marilyn Monroe , or a cool Elvis Presley look , with the right party supplies and accessories, you'll instantly step back into the '50s. This way, you can make any 50s-themed party an unforgettable evening for women, men, and children .