1940s Fashion

Jersey Beachwear designed by Claire McCardell c.1947 Fashion

Claire McCardell: Forging the American Look in the 1940s

The 1940s stand as a transformative decade, indelibly marked by the profound impact of the Second World War and the subsequent reshaping ...
Silk shantung and pleated wool bar suit by Christian Dior (Spring-Summer 1947) on display at the Denver Art Museum - Creative Commons Fashion

The Revolution in Bloom: Christian Dior’s “New Look” of 1947 – An Expansive Exploration

The Revolution in Bloom: Christian Dior’s “New Look” of 1947 – An Expansive Exploration In the immediate aftermath of the Second World ...
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1940s Makeup – Beetroot Juice for Blusher!

In the 1930’s and 40’s makeup goes from being seen as tawdry, perhaps something only worn by women of ‘dubious’ nature, to ...
1940s Fashion Fashion

1940s Fashion Trends

British fashion trends in the 1940’s were heavily influenced by the Second World War. Not only because of the mood of the ...
1940s Hairstyles Fashion

Glamorous 40s Hairstyles: 3 Must-Try Looks

As we enter the 1940s, hair care and styling for women takes a practical turn but still lives up to social expectations ...
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