What is Retro 40s Fashion?

What is 40s Fashion? Here are some vintage patterns from the era. Notice the trends...

 Menswear -InspiredKnee-length Full SkirtsPuffed SleevesPinaforesApron BeltsSmall Prints

Capped SleevesWide Legged PantsArt Deco Accents"Chevron" StripesPeplum WaistsSkirt Suits

Finding actual vintage 40s clothing can prove difficult and often pricey.

Lucky for us, the 1970s-1980s borrowed many swing era styles. These are all 70s and 80s retro 40s. They were all found on http://www.etsy.com/ and all under $10!

vintage 80s red sailor dress small $9.95 

 Taupe Bow Clutch $2.99

 Vtg 80s Open Back Glam Dress Sz S M $5

1980's Red Suede Art Deco Heels- Size 7.5 $7

 Vintage 80s Blue Abstract Peplum Dress $6

 Vintage Houndstooth Sweater Dress- Size 8 $8

80s Shoes Blue Punched Suede Sandals $6

Early 80s patterened dress $10

 vintage 80s art deco brown pink belt M/L/XL $4

So, I hope this blog leaves you with a better idea of how to do your new 40s vamp look. I will leave you with some items from my shop in the style...after all, it's my blog!

 Skirt Suit Peplum Dress

Menswear Puff Sleeves

Peeptoes Spectators

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