Whether you're looking for ways to incorporate a little 50s glam into your wardrobe or get completely decked out like Dita Von Teese, you will want to see a bit of fashion history. Fashion Era is the best place to start. They have many sections and tons of gorgeous pictures! Next up is learning how to do 50s hairstyles (aka: rockabilly hairstyles) to really recreate the classic 50s style. Below you will find How-To articles on these topics, as well as examples of how fashionistas are putting a modern twist on this retro style.
Mable's Favorite 50's YouTube Tutorial Videos: Our playlist, filled with the best in 50s hairand 50s makeup tutorials.- Dita Von Teese's Retro Glam Style: Pinup girl Dita is well known for her fascination with 1940s cinema and classic retro style. And she never uses a stylist! Bonus: More on Dita's Style.
- Beauty by the Decade: The 1950s: CollegeFashion.net shares great ideas for giving a modern spin to 1950s hair and makeup ideas.
- How to Dress Like a Modern Day Bombshell: Love the Marilyn-inspired bombshell look? Well, we've put together our own modern-day version.
- Wear a touch of retro style with a '50s inspired outfit: putting together a distinctly 50s flavored outfit
- How To Create 50's inspired Pompadours: Referred to here as a "quiff", you can learn how to create this polished retro style hairdo.
- Bella Sugar's Guide to Teasing Your Hair: see just how easy it is to create some volume at your crown for 50's and 60's hairstyles