"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Fashion has always been cyclical, with past eras inspiring modern trends decade after decade. So, it ...

The glamour of the 1950s was unparalleled, with women who captivated hearts and defined the era’s beauty standards. While each decade has its icons, the 1950s stands out for its distinctive allure and ...

The debut of Christian Dior’s well-known New Look collection in 1947 marked the beginning of modern fashion history as we know it. With frame-fitting designs, ladylike accessories, and opulent details ...

During times of uncertainty (or even in times of boredom) many cope in different ways. For me, I tend to deal with my insanity and antsiness by dressing up as a 1950s housewife. Yes, you read that ...

America lacks the couture history of European nations, and, as a result, its fashion output has often been seen as more casual and less decadent, compared to collections from French and Italian design ...

The fashion choices of first ladies are closely watched. Now, Carl Sferrazza Anthony, a historian and expert on presidential wives, is offering insight with “Why They Wore It: The Politics and Pop ...

American society in the 1950s was geared toward the family. Marriage and children were part of the national agenda. And the Cold War was in part a culture war, with the American family at the center ...