Think 50s style dresses, think Marilyn Munroe

The title says it all, think of one woman and how many times has the clothing she wore inspired designers of today. So many designers have created adaptations of the 50s style dresses that the icon was often seen wearing, and even today 60 years on they are still captivating, relevant and extremely popular. There are many different styles that Marilyn was seen wearing, and some of her most famous and memorable shots are her in the wiggle dress, something that clung to her perfectly and showcased her figure immensely.

During the 50s there were many dresses that were popular, the rockabilly dress was also one, it was a fun and big dress that women loved to wear at dances, the petticoat was also a very popular choice, keeping your skirt big was the thing during this era. There are so many different styles and shapes and yet they were all perfect in their own rights, no one complained about what people were wearing, no one bothered that they weren’t as slim or as tall, today it is a different story, people worry about how they look in clothes and everything has to be perfect. Back in the 50s dresses were made to suit all women of all sizes, and this is why the rockabilly dress is still a winning number, it can hide a whole number of insecurities and still look wonderful on, women of sizes 6-8 upto 16-18 + can wear the dresses and be able to pull them off.

Everyone should be able to enjoy fashion like they did back in the 50s, 50s style dresses are always going to be a wonderful and popular choice, they are always going to be in demand, many women from all different walks of life wear the dresses, especially the rockabilly, they can be elegant at a wedding and they can also be perfect if you want to rock out and pair one up with some docs, the dresses are endless, you can go anywhere in them and because the prints are so varied you will be able to wear one when you like where you like and fit in perfect.

Don’t be afraid to try something new, although you are probably wearing the inspired versions already, why not go back and wear the real things. No matter what item of clothing you look at, many of the cuts, styles, designs and shapes have been inspired by the 50s somewhere along the process. It was an era that started something new and it didn’t end there, it continued right up to today, and no doubt will go further. Enjoy clothing and love being a little retro for a time.

Rock out properly with rockabilly dresses!!

There is something about the rockabilly dresses that is very appealing, no matter who you are or what your interest might be, there is a rockabilly waiting for you. There are so many different prints that are suitable for all occasions, this dress really is a classic that you can literally wear any pace and any time, and it will never go out of date.

There are so many styles that on available on the high street today but none seem to compare or match up to the rockabilly dress, and usually they are made for a specific shape of woman, whereas the rockabilly fits and looks good on all women of all shapes and sizes.  They are a fun dress that you can wear formally as well as casually, more and more people are taking up the retro fashion and are wearing it on a daily basis, it is so eye catching and stunning, especially when women have the hair and make up to match. The whole image is more than a fashion statement it is representing women, they were noticed and heard after WWII, they were recognized as equals and that they could contribute in the work place, they were seem as feminine and were given more respect, not only did fashion take a change for the better but it was also a momentous decade for women.

Rockabilly dresses are still a popular choice today, and whether we realize it or not, they have been the back ground design on most dresses you see in the shops today, especially when you look at the traditional rockabilly and the prom dresses that are available today. Many party dresses have a similar shape and design to them, they are fun flirty, look good on women of all shapes and sizes.

You should be able to feel comfortable in a dress, feel feminine and beautiful and what better way for you to do it than in a rockabilly? They are the most feminine dresses known to man, and because they are so popular the choice of print is very varied, you are able to find so many different prints and patterns, you can be as dotty, floral, skull as you like, and if you just want to be plane then you will have no problem in finding the dress for you.

If you want to stand out for all the right reasons and you want to look and feel good then choose your dress wisely, there is no dress more perfect for women of all sizes and ages than a rockabilly.

How to Rock Your Wardrobe Rockabilly Style

Some people have asked why the rockabilly fashion hasn’t come back into the fashion world. Well, those people don’t need to ask anymore, because it’s back, and has been for a while now. If you’re reading this article, then it’s surely, because you want to know how to dress in the rockabilly style, and we’re going to show you how to do that now.

The Signature Pieces

As with any style, you need a few signature pieces. Signature pieces are the focal point of the outfit, such as dresses, tops, shoes and accessories. They are the items around which the rest of the outfit is thrown together. For instance, your signature pieces may be rockabilly dresses, which you then accessorize. Here is a list of items that you need to pull-off the rockabilly style:

1.Rockabilly dresses
2.Jeans with roll up ankles – make sure they’re slim-cut, but not skinny.
3.Polka dot blouses, sleeveless are best.
4.Cardigans – make sure their thin, in a block colour (preferably a pastel) and button-up.
5.Pin-up heels – these might be a little high to start with, so if so, opt for a smaller heel with a curvier foot.
6.Jackets – we live in the UK, and it gets cold, so a jacket is usually essential. Choose a short jacket that sits just above the hips. You should also make sure that the jacket is well fitted and flatters your shape, so again, emphasise your bust and hips (the latter it does by resting on the hips).

In the 1950s, the ideal body shape for women was voluptuous and curvy, so any accessories that will help you to emphasise your hips and bust, while narrowing your waist, are ideal.

Accessories

There are a number of accessories that can really help to pull this style off:

1.Thick rimmed and black glasses
2.An oversized clutch purse
3.Your hair tied up in a 50s style. You can even get away with wearing a bow.