Fashion 1950

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.

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

Jean Dessès joins the ranks of the great designers - The top models drooping in dresses by Dior, Fath, Desses, Balenciaga, Balmain, Schiaparelli - the best of the buyers and fashion editors from around the

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…

The biography of Christian Dior

1956 Sears Spring Summer Catalog, Page 40

A woman's shape has been considered a thing of beauty in all cultures in all ages. While the proportions and sizes that are "fashionable" have varied, a woman's curves have always been appealing (whether deemed by "high fashion" to be so or not). One of the easiest ways to present yourself at your best is to dress in a way that emphasizes these curves, namely, your waist! This isn't just a "tiny girl" or "high fashion waif" thing; curves come in all sizes, so the following principles can…

1956 Sears Spring Summer Catalog, Page 89