Vintage Fashions for Women: The 1950s & 60s

by Kristina Harris

Bebop back a little, to post-war America, crinoline, and big flowers with one of the most widely published authors on vintage fashions. Predicting doubling values, she's advising that collectors get a jump-start now, snatching up those snug-bodiced, full-skirted dresses, sheath gowns, clear plastic evening shoes, peddle pushers, Capri pants, fun flowered and feathered hats, Grace Kelly-style formals, flattering bathing suits, and even paper dresses...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764301977
• ISBN13: 9780764301971
• Release Date: June 1997
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.6" x 11.1"
• Age Range: 15 to 22 years
• Grade Range: Grade 10 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

An incredible book for 50's fashion lovers!

This book is packed with information about 50s and 60s fashion.It has hundreds of pictures, and the most information (in one book) I have ever read about 50s fashion. I must say I disagree with other readers who badmouth the models. Would you rather the clothes be n a wire hanger? The information index about designers and values was great. It also has many great ads!

THE book for this era of fashions!

I love this book! The color photos of fashions on real people are terrific and the text is fun and very informative. If you want a great reference on women's clothes of this era, YOU MUST have this book!

Stunning fashion models! Great for research.

Numerous color photos and accompanying histories of the fashions of the 50s and 60s. Includes formal, casual and swimwear. Don't miss the disposable paper dresses section!