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2. vintagedancer.com › 1940s › 1940s-costume-ideas1940s Costume & 40s Outfit Ideas – 16 Women’s Looks

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   Jul 7, 2015 · 1940s gloves for day wear: (L to R) Fur cuff velvet, leather with bow, ruched gauntlet length, wrist length scallop edge. All women wore dresses in the 1940s. It was the one item that was worn in one style or another 24 hours a day. The style, material, trim, and accessories determined when and where to wear a particular dress.

3. vintagedancer.com › 1940s › 1940s-inspired-fashion1940s Outfit Ideas: Recreate the 40s Look - Vintage Dancer

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   Shop here in the UK and here for mostly USA. Look out for dresses with knee length hems and gently flared skirts for a 1940s look. Pair with heels, gloves, seamed stockings and sun hats for a complete summer look. While hats were not rationed, they did carry a 33% tax rate as they were considered a luxury purchase.

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5. www.vintage-retro.com › what-to-wear-for-a-1940s-partyWhat to Wear for a 1940s Party? - Vintage-Retro

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   5. 1940s Coral High Heeled Pumps. You are not ready for a 1940s party if you don’t own a pair of high heeled pumps. Wearing the right dress, the perfect hat, and the statement jewelry won’t do you any good until and unless you are wearing the appropriate shoes. For a 1940s party, opt for these 1940s coral high heeled pumps party shoes.

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6. vintagedancer.com › 1940s › 1940s-cocktail-dress1940s Cocktail Dress, Party Dress History and Guide

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   Attending a 1940s party, tea or informal dinner-dance required women to dress up in their finest afternoon frock or semi-formal cocktail dress. The word cocktail dress wasn’t used in the 1940s. Instead a “date dress,” “tea dress” or “party dress” were the appropriate terms. 1940s party dresses differed from long length ballgowns ...

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7. revivalvintage.co.uk › blogs › newsCivilian 1940s Fancy Dress Costume Ideas – RevivalVintage

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   Jan 20, 2020 · The 40s "spivs" were guys who somehow managed to dodge conscription to the forces and instead stayed home dealing in "black market" goods. The stereotypical look of a spiv is a black pinstripe suit, so if you fancy going to your party or event looking like a spiv for extra fun hang stockings, watches and chocolate bars on the inside of the jacket, then go around fellow partygoers trying to ...

8. 40plusstyle.com › casual-party-outfitsThe best casual party outfits that make an impact - 40+Style

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   2. Wear flat or low heel shoes with your casual party outfits. There’s no need to wear high heels to a casual party. Choose flat or low heeled options to stay comfortable all night. Be sure to check our ideas for low heeled party shoes.

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   What to wear to a 1940s party?

   • Wearing the right dress, the perfect hat, and the statement jewelry won’t do you any good until and unless you are wearing the appropriate shoes. For a 1940s party, opt for these 1940s coral high heeled pumps party shoes. The little bows adorning the high heeled pumps add perfection to their style and your look on the whole.

   What to Wear for a 1940s Party? - Vintage-Retro

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   What to wear to a 40s cocktail party?

   • While not very accurate for the typical woman, it is a fun look to wear to a 40s party. Shop 1940s cocktail party dresses. Once you have your dress picked out (or slacks and blouse) its time to add the accessories.

   1940s Cocktail Dress, Party Dress History and Guide - Vintage Dancer

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   How do you dress for a 1940s cocktail party?

   • Shop 1940s cocktail party dresses. Once you have your dress picked out (or slacks and blouse) its time to add the accessories. Start with a pair of heels (or flats if you can’t do any size heel), add nude backseam stockings /pantyhose, gloves, purse, jewelry and hair accessories or hat. You can spend as much or as little as your budget allows.

   1940s Cocktail Dress, Party Dress History and Guide - Vintage Dancer

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   What colors fit in a 1940s party dress?

   • The 1940s Little Black Dress fits perfectly in the evenings. But so does dark navy blue, merlot / burgundy, hunter green, medium blue, violet, and pink. White, too, was a good choice for summer parties. 1942 party dresses in blue and maroon 1940s tea party and dinner party dresses differed from daytime dresses in their formality.

   1940s Cocktail Dress, Party Dress History and Guide - Vintage Dancer

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   What kind of dress was worn in the '40s?

   • The skirt is A-line for most of the ’40s or a straight pencil (no hip hugging curves unless you want a pinup look) in the later years. The length came down to just below the knee. 1940s dresses are a classic shape and are typically not too hard to find at either a thrift store, your own closet, or online. Read more about 1940s dress styles here.

   1940s Costume & 40s Outfit Ideas – 16 Women’s Looks - Vintage Dancer

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   What should I wear to a wedding in the '40s?

   • A thin belt is good to add, as well as some low heel shoes. Oxfords are classic low heel house shoes. I found mine at Nordstrom Rack. With the small perforations around the body, they are more of a ’30s style, which many women still wore in the ’40s, too. You can also add a vintage style apron.

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10. www.myvintage.uk › 1940s-fashion-essentials1940s Fashion Essentials: A Beginner's Guide - My Vintage

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    The 1940s fashion was shaped by World War II. It showed a mix of serious times and a wish for elegance. The first part of the decade focused on useful and smart styles. The second half saw a return of glamour and a celebration of femininity. This time created some famous looks that still inspire fashion today.