1950s mens fashion

1950’s Brief history of fashion in pictures.

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While men's 1940s business attire moved toward formality, casual style went the opposite way. Ease and comfort blended the lighter business suit style with sports wear established in the previous decades. This merging resulted in sports coats instead of business suits, relaxed button up shirts in new colors, and an explosion of popularity in knitwear

1943-1944 High waisted and pleated pants were worn during this time period. Collars on shirts were flat and men still wore oxfords. (Allison G.)

Rediscover the timeless elegance of 1950s men's fashion. Dive deep into an era that set iconic style standards still revered today.

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