1950s ladies fashion highly influenced today's Rockabella style. Though it is also inspired by other vintage women's clothing, retro fashion trends and a lot of rock'n'roll. No other than Christian Dior invented the 'New Look' in 1947, which made the wasp waist really popular in 1950s women's clothing. 50s womens dresses are the most popular clothing item in 50s women's fashion. They highlight the waist and have a wide skirt. But also pencil skirts and dresses remained in fashion throughout the 1950s.
Vintage women's clothing is, because of its timeless shapes, back in a lot of wardrobes. The cuts of 50s women's fashion are flattering every Rockabellas body shape. Especially pinup dresses emphasize the waist, which is also a style that suits every woman regardless of their figure. Retro clothing for women is a staple in today's fashion. High-waisted jeans and skirts, for example, can be seen everywhere in vintage women's clothing.
You can create a great Rockabella outfit without leaving your comfort zone. You are more into 50s ladies' dresses and skirts? Put on pinup dresses or pencil skirts and combine them with a petticoat or a nice vintage blouse. Those pinup dresses and skirts will show your beautiful curves. Or are you a jeans kind of girl? Then put on some nice Marlene Jeans and a cool print shirt. Pinup girl clothing has a lot to offer and you can style it in many different ways.