Fashion in the 1950s dictated that a woman was not fully dressed to go out until she was wearing stockings, gloves, and a full coat. Fashion has changed a lot, but outerwear still plays a pivotal role during the colder months. A vintage coat makes a chic addition to any winter wardrobe, and gives a couture look without the cost. As with 50s skirts, 50s coats came in 2 distinct shapes. Fitted coats were seen more in the warmer months, but roomy swing coats were more popular. If you're expecting, take a tip from the Baby Boomers and wear a vintage swing coat as your maternity coat.

Fur was also a popular status symbol in the 1950s, but now we know better. Please remember to look at the gorgeous faux fur coats available if that's a look you're interested in. Go fake for the animals' sake!

VINTAGE FAUX FUR COAT

VINTAGE FAUX FUR COAT

Price: $4.99
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Vintage 1950s Ladies Jacket with MINK Collar SMALL MEDIUM

Vintage 1950s Ladies Jacket with MINK Collar  SMALL  MEDIUM

Price: $32.99
Buy It Now: $62.99
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VINTAGE CHINESE JACKET

VINTAGE CHINESE JACKET

Price: $4.00
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Vintage Black Fur Stole W Button Clasp

Vintage Black Fur Stole W  Button Clasp

Buy It Now: $64.95
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Vintage Brown Mink Fur Slender Sanderson's Stole

Vintage Brown Mink Fur Slender Sanderson's Stole

Buy It Now: $39.95
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vintage womens long coat with hood and belt

vintage womens long coat with hood and belt

Price: $10.50
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Full Length Blue Mink

Full Length Blue Mink

Price: $499.00
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Vintage Natural Brown Mink Wrap Stole

Vintage Natural Brown Mink Wrap   Stole

Price: $35.00
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Mink cape wrap Schumacher Portland Oregon vintage

Mink cape wrap Schumacher Portland Oregon  vintage

Buy It Now: $75.00
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MINK CAPE w SATIN LINING TLC

MINK CAPE w SATIN LINING TLC

Price: $19.99
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Jacket Monarch Vtg 50s New Wasp Waist Weighted L Wool

Jacket Monarch Vtg 50s New Wasp Waist Weighted L Wool

Buy It Now: $185.00
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VINTAGE CAPE PONCHO KNIT HANDMADE -VERY PRETTY!

 VINTAGE CAPE PONCHO KNIT HANDMADE -VERY PRETTY!

Price: $19.99
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Fox coat vintage estate find

Fox coat vintage estate find

Buy It Now: $100.00
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SWEET RETRO 1960S FOX FUR BLACK LEATHER COAT VINTAGE

SWEET RETRO 1960S FOX FUR BLACK LEATHER COAT VINTAGE

Buy It Now: $165.00
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VINTAGE 70's BROWN RABBIT COAT MEDIUM

VINTAGE 70's BROWN RABBIT COAT MEDIUM

Price: $43.99
Buy It Now: $59.00
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